User manual FORD AEROSTAR-1996

[. . . ] Table of Contents Introductory Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 109 Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 351 Index . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 380 Introductory Information Ford's Commitment to You At Ford Motor Company, excellence is the continuous commitment to achieve the best result possible. [. . . ] The PCM also controls the transmission's Torque Converter Clutch (TCC) to further raise vehicle performance and fuel economy. The TCC will engage when the transmission operating temperature and other conditions determined by the PCM have been met. To help in troubleshooting, the PCM continually performs self-tests on the electronic control system and, if any faults are detected, stores them in memory. The Overdrive Off Indicator Light (O/D OFF), which is located on the 185 gearshift lever, may flash steadily if a malfunction has been detected. If the Overdrive Off Indicator Light is flashing, contact your Ford dealer as soon as possible. Some vehicles are equipped with a Powertrain Control Module that limits engine speeds with a cut-out mode to promote durability. Automatic Overdrive Transmission Putting Your Vehicle in Gear Your vehicle's gearshift is on the steering column. You can put the gearshift in any one of several positions. The positions of the column-mounted gearshift 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. 186 Once you place the gearshift securely into position, gradually release the brake pedal and use the accelerator as necessary. 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: 1. Insert the key and rotate it one position clockwise (ignition in the OFF position). (If the vehicle is shifted back to P [Park], you must repeat the previous steps. ) Start the vehicle. 5. If you need to shift out of P (Park) by using the alternate procedure described above, it is possible that a fuse has blown and that your brakelamps may also not be functional. Please refer to the chapter titled Servicing Your Aerostar in this Owner Guide for instructions on checking and replacing fuses. RWARNING DO NOT DRIVE YOUR VEHICLE UNTIL YOU VERIFY THAT THE BRAKELAMPS ARE WORKING. 187 R (Reverse) With the gearshift in the R (Reverse) position, the vehicle will move backward. You should always come to a complete stop before shifting into or out of R (Reverse). N (Neutral) In N (Neutral), the wheels of the vehicle are not locked. Your vehicle will roll freely, even on the slightest incline, unless the parking brake or brakes are on. Driving When to use j (Overdrive) This is the normal driving position. As the vehicle picks up speed, automatic upshifts to second, third and fourth gears will occur when j Overdrive is chosen on the selector and the transmission control switch has not been pressed. The transmission will shift into the correct gear when the right speed is achieved, for the accelerator pedal position you have chosen. When to use Drive You will note there is not a drive position on your gearshift indicator. However, you will find a transmission control switch labeled OVERDRIVE OFF located on the end of the gearshift lever. Press this switch and the indicator light (OFF) illuminates on the gearshift lever. With overdrive cancelled and the word OFF illuminated, the transmission will operate in gears one through three. [. . . ] 91 108 105 144 . 9 . 8 100 362 Index Cleaning your vehicle (continued) rustproofing . Combination lap and shoulder belts Compact disc player (see Electronic sound system) . 11, 13 156 150 145 89 144 109 284 284 289 344 286 335 338 85 284 115 . . . 308 283 311 243 248 121 77 338 198 200 202 199 201 200 198 E Electrical system circuit breakers . [. . . ]