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q
AIR CONDITIONING Ð Set the fan speed
knob at MEDIUM or HIGH, the function
selector knob on NORM A/C or MAX A/C
and the temperature control knob on any
desired position.
*
[TO12000(ALL)03/96]
Removing the Key From the
Ignition
*
[TO12100(ALL)03/96]
1. Put the gearshift in P (Park).
*
[TO12200(ALL)03/96]
2. Set the parking brake fully before removing
your foot from the service brake. (This will
avoid ªbindingº or ªloadingº the park gear
if you park on a grade.)
*
[TO12300(ALL)03/96]
3. Turn the ignition key to LOCK.
*
[TO12400(ALL)03/96]
4. Remove the key.
*
[TO12500(ALL)05/96]
RWARNING
Always set the parking brake fully and
make sure the gearshift is latched in P
(Park). Turn off the ignition whenever you
leave your vehicle.
*
[TO12600(ALL)03/96]
RWARNING
Do not leave children, unreliable adults,
or pets unattended in your vehicle.
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[GF11000(ALL)05/96]
RWARNING
Hold the brake pedal down while you
move the gearshift lever from position to
position. If you do not hold the brake
pedal down, your vehicle may move
unexpectedly and injure someone.
*
[GF12000(ALL)05/96]
Once you place the gearshift securely into
position, gradually release the brake pedal and
use the accelerator as necessary.
%*
[GF12100(ALL)05/96]
NOTE: Your vehicle is equipped with a
brake-shift interlock feature. This
feature prevents you from shifting
from P (Park) unless you have the
brake pedal depressed. (The ignition
must be in the ON position.) If you
cannot shift from P (Park) with the
brake pedal depressed:
*
[GF12200(ALL)05/96]
1. Apply the parking brake.
*
[GF12300(ALL)05/96]
2. Remove the key.
*
[GF12400(ALL)05/96]
3. Insert the key and rotate it one position
clockwise (ignition in the OFF position).
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![FORD AEROSTAR 1997 1.G Owners Manual 231
*
[MC02500(ALL)01/96]
If you disconnect the battery, the engine must
ªrelearnº its idle conditions before your vehicle
will drive properly. To find out how the engine
does this, seeBatteryin thi FORD AEROSTAR 1997 1.G Owners Manual 231
*
[MC02500(ALL)01/96]
If you disconnect the battery, the engine must
ªrelearnº its idle conditions before your vehicle
will drive properly. To find out how the engine
does this, seeBatteryin thi](/manual-img/11/4752/w960_4752-229.png)
231
*
[MC02500(ALL)01/96]
If you disconnect the battery, the engine must
ªrelearnº its idle conditions before your vehicle
will drive properly. To find out how the engine
does this, seeBatteryin this chapter.
*
[MC02600(ALL)01/96]
Working with the engine off:
*
[MC02650(ALL)01/96]
1. Set the parking brake fully and make sure
that the gearshift is securely latched in P
(Park).
*
[MC02700(ALL)01/96]
2. Remove the key from the ignition after you
turn the engine off.
*
[MC02725(ALL)01/96]
3. Block the wheels. This will prevent your
vehicle from moving unexpectedly.
*
[MC02750(ALL)01/96]
Working with the engine on:
*
[MC02785(ALL)01/96]
1. Set the parking brake fully and make sure
that the gearshift is securely latched in P
(Park).
*
[MC02800(ALL)01/96]
2. Block the wheels. This will prevent your
vehicle from moving unexpectedly.
*
[MC02900(ALL)01/96]
RWARNING
Do not start your engine with the air
cleaner removed and do not remove it
while the engine is running.
%*
[MC02950(ALL)02/96]
Opening the Hood
*
[MC03000(ALL)01/96]
1. Pull the hood release handle, located next to
the parking brake pedal.
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338 Index
Charging system gauge.......... 15
Charging system warning light....... 13
Child safety restraints
built-in child seat........... 141
child safety belts........... 150
child safety seats........... 130
Child safety seats
and air bags............. 130
attaching with tether straps...... 139
automatic locking mode (retractor) . 112, 130
built-in child seat........... 141
in front seat............. 130
in rear outboard seat......... 130
in rear seat.............. 130
tether anchorage hardware....... 139
Chime
headlamps on.............. 14
key in ignition............. 14
safety belt............... 11
Circuit breakers
checking and replacing........ 209
see also fuses............. 200
Cleaning your vehicle
built-in child seat........... 283
CD player and discs........... 32
chrome and aluminum parts...... 280
engine compartment.......... 281
exterior............... 280
exterior lamps............ 281
fabric................ 282
headlamps.............. 281
instrument panel......... 61,281
instrument panel lens......... 282
interior................ 282
interior lamps............. 282
mirrors................. 91
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346 Index
Instrument panel............. 59
cleaning............... 282
registers................ 61
Integrated child seat
(see Built-in child seat)........ 141
Interval wipers.............. 76
J
Jack
operation.............216, 219
positioning............216, 219
storage................ 211
Jump-starting your vehicle
attaching cables............ 224
disconnecting cables.......... 226
K
Keys
key in ignition chime.......... 14
positions of the ignition......... 74
stuck in lock position.......... 74
L
Lamps
checking............... 272
daytime running light system...... 72
hazard flashers.......... 78,199
headlamps............... 71
high-mount brakelamp......... 72
illuminated entry system......... 73
interior lamps.............. 71
replacing bulbs............ 272
trailer................ 195
Lane change indicator (see Turn signal) . . . 75
Lap belts................ 116
Lights, warning and indicator
airbag................. 13
brake................. 9
charging system............. 13
check engine.............. 12
door ajar................ 11
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354 Index
W
Warm engine, starting.......... 154
Warning chimes
headlamps on.............. 14
key in ignition............. 14
safety belt............... 11
Warning lights (see Lights)......... 7
Warranties
basic.................. 3
Canada................. 3
radio.................. 58
Warranty Information Booklet....... 3
Washer fluid............... 76
Weight limits (GAWR, GVWR)...... 179
Wheel and tire matching......... 259
Wheel bearings, lubricant specifications . . 296
Wheel dollies (see Towing)........ 226
Wheels
cleaning............... 281
covers..............216, 219
inspection and maintenance...... 252
lug nuts............... 216
replacement............. 259
Windows
liftgate window............. 85
manual windows, operating....... 89
one-touch down............. 90
power windows, operating........ 89
rear, defrosting............. 69
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