1997 FORD AEROSTAR roof rack

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[GF40200(ALL)01/96]
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With the chocks in place, release the brake
pedal, making sure the chocks are holding.
[GF40350(ALL)01/96]
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Apply the parking brake by pressing the
brake pedal down firmly with your right foot
while applying the parking brake with your
right hand.
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[GF40575(ALL)01/96]
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Shift the gearshift lever into P (Park).
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[GF40600(ALL)01/96]
To start, after being parked on a grade:
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[GF40700(ALL)01/96]
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Apply the brake pedal and hold.
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[GF40800(ALL)01/96]
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Start the engine.
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[GF40900(ALL)01/96]
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Shift transmission into gear and release the
parking brake.
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[GF41000(ALL)01/96]
q
Release the brake pedal and move the vehicle
uphill to free the wheel chocks.
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[GF41100(ALL)01/96]
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Apply the brake pedal and hold while
another person retrieves the chocks.
[GF41200(ALL)01/96]
Luggage Rack (If equipped)
[GF41300(ALL)01/96]
Always distribute your luggage load evenly. Do
not load more than 100 pounds (45 kg) onto
rack or cause the vehicle to exceed the Gross
Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR).
[GF41400(ALL)01/96]
The crossbars and cross slats are adjustable.
Loosen the adjustment screws, slide the bars and
slats as necessary, and retighten the screws.
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[GF41500(ALL)01/96]
RWARNING
Be sure that items on the roof rack are
securely fastened.
[GF41600(ALL)01/96]
Use caution to avoid scratching the paint. Drive
carefully and avoid sudden starts and stops.
File:09cpgfa.ex
Update:Wed Jun 5 12:04:06 1996

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[MC50110(ALL)01/96]
Cleaning Plastic Parts
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[MC50120(ALL)01/96]
Some of your vehicle's exterior trim parts are
plastic. Clean with a tar and road oil remover if
necessary. Use a vinyl cleaner for routine
cleaning.
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[MC50130(ALL)01/96]
Do not clean plastic parts with thinners, solvents
or petroleum-based cleaners.
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[MC50140(ALL)01/96]
If you have your vehicle rustproofed, remove
oversprayed rustproofing with a tar and road oil
remover. If rustproofing is not removed from
plastic and rubber parts, it can cause
deterioration.
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[MC50150(ALL)03/96]
Cleaning the Wheels
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[MC50160(ALL)03/96]
Wash the wheels with the same detergent you
use to wash your vehicle's body. Do not use
acid-based wheel cleaners, steel wool, abrasives,
fuel, or strong detergents. These substances will
damage protective coatings. Use tar and road oil
remover to remove grease and tar.
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[MC50170(ALL)03/96]
NOTE: Before going to a car wash, find out if
the brushes are abrasive.
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[MC50180(ALL)03/96]
If you have whitewall tires that are difficult to
clean with regular detergent, use Ford Extra
Strength Whitewall Tire Cleaner or equivalent.
Follow the directions on the container and rinse
the tires with plenty of clean water.
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[MC50200(ALL)01/96]
Cleaning the Exterior Lamps
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[MC50210(ALL)01/96]
Do not use dry paper towel, chemical solvents
or abrasive cleaners to clean the lamps, as these
may cause scratches or crack the lamps.
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[MC50300(ALL)01/96]
Cleaning the Engine
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[MC50310(ALL)01/96]
A clean engine is more efficient because a
buildup of grease and dirt acts as an insulator,
keeping the engine warmer than usual.
File:11cpmca.ex
Update:Fri Jun 7 14:30:56 1996