1997 FORD AEROSTAR wiper fluid

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[CF05200(ALL)01/96]
To clean the windshield, push in the end of the
wiper knob. For a constant spray, keep the knob
pushed in. After you release the knob, the
wipers operate for two to three cycles before
turning off (if wipers were off) or returning to
the selected setting.
[CF05250(ALL)01/96]
NOTE: The addition of bug shields to the
front of the vehicle (e.g., shields) may
adversely affect the windshield washer
system from delivering fluid to the
windshield. Devices such as shields are
not recommended for your Ford
vehicle.
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[CF05300(ALL)08/95]
Do not try to clean the windshield when the
washer fluid container is empty or activate the
washers at any time for more than 15 seconds
continuously. This could damage the washer
pump system.
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[CF05400(ALL)01/96]
RWARNING
Always warm up the windshield with the
defroster before you use the washer fluid.
In freezing weather, the washer solution
may freeze on the windshield and obscure
your vision.
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[CF05450(ALL)03/96]
For information about refilling the washer fluid
or replacing your windshield wiper blades, see
Windshield washer fluid and Wipersin the Index.
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[CF05475(ALL)01/96]
Gearshift Lever
[CF05495(ALL)03/96]
The gearshift lever on your Aerostar is mounted
on the steering column. On the end of the
gearshift lever is the OVERDRIVE OFF button.
For additional information about the gearshift
lever and the OVERDRIVE OFF button, see the
Drivingchapter.
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[MC08550(ALL)02/96]
Use specially formulated windshield washer
fluid rather than plain water, because specially
formulated washer fluids contain additives that
dissolve road grime. For safety reasons, washer
fluids containing an appropriate antifreeze such
as methanol should be used in freezing weather
(temperatures below32ÊF [0ÊC]).State or local
regulations on Volatile Organic Compounds
(VOCs) may restrict use of the most common
antifreeze, methanol. Washer fluids containing
non-methanol antifreeze agents should be used
only if they provide cold weather protection
without damaging the vehicle's paint finish,
wiper blades, and windshield washer system.
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[MC08560(ALL)01/96]
If you choose to use a windshield washing
solution that must be mixed, follow the
manufacturer's mixing instructions. Improperly
mixed solutions may freeze unexpectedly.
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[MC08565(ALL)03/96]
RWARNING
Windshield washer fluid contains
methanol which is poisonous.
[MC08570(ALL)04/96]
Checking/adding the washer fluid for the
liftgate
[MC08580(ALL)01/96]
Check the liftgate washer reservoir regularly.
This is not the same reservoir your front
windshield wipers use. The opening for this
reservoir is on the right side of the liftgate above
the tail lamp. A fill cup is located on top of the
right hand tail lamp and is accessible when the
liftgate is open. Close the fill cup cover after
filling and before closing the liftgate. Refill this
reservoir with the same solution you use for
your windshield. To find out how much washer
fluid the liftgate reservoir holds, seeRefill
capacitiesin the Index.
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Index 353
Transmission
automatic operation.......... 170
fluid, checking and adding
(automatic)............ 247
fluid, refill capacities......... 294
lubricant specifications........ 296
Trip odometer.............. 20
Tune-up specifications (VECI)...... 271
Turn signal
indicator lights............. 75
lever................. 75
U
Used engine oil, disposal......230, 248
V
Variable interval wipers.......... 76
VECI (Vehicle Emission Control Information)
decal................ 271
Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) . . . 300
Vehicle loading............. 181
calculating the load.......... 187
understanding loading information . . . 179
Vehicle storage............. 283
Ventilating your vehicle
(see Climate control).......... 61
Viscosity (see Engine oil)........ 233
Voltmeter (see Battery voltage gauge) . . 13, 15
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Index 355
Windshield, washing........... 76
Windshield washer fluid and wipers
checking and replacing wiper blades . . 251
operation............... 76
reservoir............... 238
specifications...........239, 296
variable interval wipers......... 76
Windshield wipers and washer....... 76
Wrecker towing............. 226
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