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A/C & HEATER SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 1996 Ford Aerostar AUTOMOBILES

Electrical Symbol & Wire Color Code Identification -> Electrical Symbol Identification -> Domestic Vehicles
Vehicle: 1996 Ford Aerostar 3.0 V6 GAS

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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 1996 Ford Aerostar AUTOMOBILES

Drum Brakes -> Aerostar, Bronco, Explorer, E-150, F-150 & Ranger -> Inspection -> Adjuster Mechanism -> Backing Plate -> Brake Drums -> Brake Linings & Springs -> Parking Brake Cable
Vehicle: 1996 Ford Aerostar 3.0 V6 GAS

Brake Drums

Any time brake drums are removed for brake service, braking surface diameter should be checked with a suitable micrometer at several points to determine if they are within the safe oversize limit stamped on the brake drum outer surface. If braking surface diameter exceeds specifications, the drum must be replaced. If braking surface diameter is within specifications, drums should be cleaned and inspected for cracks, scores, deep grooves, taper, out of round and heat spotting. If drums are cracked or heat spotted, they must be replaced.

Minor scores should be removed with sa...

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FUEL FILTER REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR 1996 Ford Aerostar AUTOMOBILES

Ford Motor Co. Light Trucks, SUVs & Vans -> Fuel Pressure Relief -> Gasoline Fuel Injected Engines Except Escape, Freestar, Mariner, Monterey, Villager, 2005-06 Aviator, Explorer & Mountaineer, 2005-06 Expedition & Navigator & 2004-06 F150 & Mark LT
Vehicle: 1996 Ford Aerostar 4.0 V6 GAS

The fuel system remains under high pressure even when the engine is not running. This residual pressure must be relieved before servicing the fuel system. To avoid injury or fire, release pressure from the fuel system before disconnecting any fuel line.

The fuel system pressure must be relieved prior to disconnecting fuel lines to prevent accidental spray of fuel.

After the battery ...

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DRIVELINE, U-JOINT & CV AXLES REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR 1996 Ford Aerostar AUTOMOBILES

DRIVESHAFT U-JOINT, Replace -> Assemble -> Disassemble -> Double Cardan -> Single Cardan, Flange Yoke -> Single Cardan, Slip Yoke
Vehicle: 1996 Ford Aerostar 4.0 V6 GAS

Single Cardan, Slip Yoke

Disassemble

Do not, under any circumstance, clamp the shaft in the jaws of a vise or similar holding fixture. Denting or localizing fracture can result, causing shaft failure during vehicle operation. Place the shaft on a suitable workbench. Do not damage the tube. If components are not marked and installed incorrectly, driveline imbalance can occur.

  • Index-mark the shaft components.
  • Remove and discard all four snap rings.
  • Clamp bearing cup removal tool No. 205-086 or equivalent in a vise.
  • If necessary, use a pair of pliers to remove a bearing cup t...

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STARTER & ALTERNATOR REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR 1996 Ford Aerostar AUTOMOBILES

Alternator, Replace
Vehicle: 1996 Ford Aerostar 3.0 V6 GAS

  • Disconnect battery ground.
  • Remove snow and ice shield.
  • Remove air intake shield.
  • Disconnect wire harness attachments to alternator assembly.
  • Remove wiring connector brackets.
  • Loosen drive belt ten...

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MAINTENANCE LAMP RESET PROCEDURES FOR 1996 Ford Aerostar AUTOMOBILES

Ford Motor Co. Trucks -> Rear Load Leveling (CHECK SUSP) ->
Vehicle: 1996 Ford Aerostar 3.0 V6 GAS

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RADIATOR & HOSE REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR 1996 Ford Aerostar AUTOMOBILES

Radiator, Replace
Vehicle: 1996 Ford Aerostar 4.0 V6 GAS

  • Drain cooling system into a suitable container.
  • Remove rubber radiator overflow hose from radiator.
  • Remove two fan shroud attaching screws, then lift fan shroud out of lower retaining clips and drape over fan.
  • Loosen radiator upper and lower hose clamps, then remove upper and lower radiator hoses from radiator connectors.
  • On models equipped with automatic transmission,proceed as follows:
    • Disconnect and plug two transmi...

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SERPENTINE BELT SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 1996 Ford Aerostar AUTOMOBILES

Serpentine Drive Belt, Replace
Vehicle: 1996 Ford Aerostar 4.0 V6 GAS

  • Raise tensioner by turning counterclockwise, then remove belt.
  • Install new be...

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COMPONENT LOCATION DIAGRAMS FOR 1996 Ford Aerostar AUTOMOBILES

Component location diagrams for most 1996 Ford Aerostar cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from 1990+.

Engine Compartment Components w/Diode Location Diagram for 1996 Ford Aerostar  3.0 V6 GASEngine Compartment Components w/Diode Location Diagram for 1996 Ford Aerostar 3.0 V6 GAS

Components on diagram:
  • Starter Relay
  • Engine Compartment Lamp
  • Tach Test Connector
  • A/C Clutch Field Coil
  • Right Headlamp
  • Instrument Panel Connector & Component Locations w/Instrument Cluster Connector Locations Diagram for 1996 Ford Aerostar  3.0 V6 GASInstrument Panel Connector & Component Locations w/Instrument Cluster Connector Locations Diagram for 1996 Ford Aerostar 3.0 V6 GAS

    Components on diagram:
  • Transmission Control Switch
  • Inertia Fuel Shut-Off Switch
  • Wiper Control Module
  • Radio
  • Instrument Cluster
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    WIRING DIAGRAMS FOR 1996 Ford Aerostar AUTOMOBILES

    OEM drawn wiring diagrams for most 1996 Ford Aerostar cars and light trucks sold in the U.S.

    1996 Ford Aerostar  4.0 V6 GAS Wiring Diagram1996 Ford Aerostar 4.0 V6 GAS Wiring Diagram

    Components on diagram:
  • Transmission Range (TR) Sensor
  • Starter Motor/Solenoid
  • Battery
  • Starter Relay
  • Ignition Switch
  • 1996 Ford Aerostar  4.0 V6 GAS Wiring Diagram1996 Ford Aerostar 4.0 V6 GAS Wiring Diagram

    Components on diagram:
  • Illumination
  • Liftgate Washer Pump Motor
  • Liftgate Wiper Motor
  • Liftgate Wiper Washer Switch
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    TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETINS FOR 1996 Ford Aerostar AUTOMOBILES

    OEM TSB listings for most 1996 Ford Aerostar cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from 1985+.

    Document: RECALL - CERTAIN 1992-2003 MODEL YEAR CARS AND TRUCKS - FUSED JUMPER HARNESS REPLACEMENT FOR VEHICLES SERVICED WITH AN INCOMPATIBLE FUSED JUMPER HARNESS
    Vehicle: 1996 Ford Aerostar 3.0 V6 GAS

    Auto Systems:
  • Chassis Electrical, Wiring, Fuses & Breakers, Wipers, Motors
  • Document: RECALL - 1992-2004 MULTIPLE VEHICLE LINES - SPEED CONTROL SYSTEM MODIFICATION
    Vehicle: 1996 Ford Aerostar 3.0 V6 GAS

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    COMPONENT/PARTS SPECIFICATIONS FOR 1996 Ford Aerostar AUTOMOBILES

    BRAKE SPECIFICATIONS: Brake drum, rotor, caliper, and related specifications for most 1996 Ford Aerostar cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1970+.

    • Brake caliper mounting bolt torque
    • Brake drum runout, machining, & discard specs
    • Minimum brake lining thickness.
    • Brake rotor runout, parallelism, machining, discard, & finish specs

    A/C SYSTEM SPECIFICATIONS: Air conditioning refrigerant capacity and type as well as lubricant capacity for most 1996 Ford Aerostar cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1980+.

    • Refrigerant capacity & type, compressor oil viscosity, total system oil capacity & compressor clutch gap

    COOLING SYSTEM BLEED: Cooling system bleeder valve identification, bleeder type and bleed procedures for most domestic and imported cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1986+.

    PREVENTIVE MAINTENANCE: Preventive maintenance recommendations and required services for most domestic and imported cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1980+. Includes severe and routine service schedules

    QUICK-LUBE and ILLUSTRATIONS: Fluid recommendations, capacities, drain plug torques, tire data, and severe service recommended preventive maintenance schedules. Information covers most 1996 Ford Aerostar cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1980+. Engine and chassis service images.

    • Automatic transmission/transaxles capacities, lubricant recommendations
    • Differential/final drive capacities, lube recommendations, grades, & viscosities
    • Final drive fill & drain plug torques
    • Number of lubrication fittings & plugs
    • Power steering, brake, & clutch fluid recommendations
    • Manual transmission/transaxle capacities, lube recommendations, grades, & viscosities
    • Number of lubrication fittings & plugs
    • Power steering, brake, & clutch fluid recommendations
    • Engine oil capacities, API grade recommendations, SAE viscosity recommendations, drain plug torque
    • Severe service maintenance & interval recommendations
    • Tire sizes, wheel nut/bolt torque, pressures & rim sizes
    • Transfer case capacities, lube recommendations, grades, & viscosities

    TUNE-UP & DRIVEABILITY SPECIFICATIONS: Most tune-up specifications for most 1996 Ford Aerostar cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1980+

    • Airflow sensor electrical specifications
    • Tensioning specifications for systems with automatic tensioners
    • Barometric pressure sensor specs
    • Battery group number and cranking performance
    • Crankshaft & camshaft position sensor resistance
    • Engine compression pressures
    • Coolant temperature sensor specs
    • Computer advance.
    • Diesel fuel temperature sensor resistance.
    • Distributor advance specifications
    • Ignition pickup coil resistance
    • Exhaust gas recirculation temperature sensor resistance
    • Engine fastener torque values
    • Firing order diagrams
    • Fuel system pressures
    • Generator (alternator) specs
    • Intake air temperature sensor specs
    • Ignition coil specifications
    • Fuel injector resistance
    • Engine idle speeds
    • Knock sensor resistance
    • Manifold absolute pressure sensor specs
    • Mixture control solenoid resistance
    • Voltage regulator specs
    • Spark plug applications & gaps
    • Starter motor electrical specs.
    • Tensioning specifications for systems without automatic tensioners
    • Throttle body temperature sensor resistance
    • Ignition timing in degrees at rpm
    • Transmission oil temperature sensor resistance
    • Throttle position sensor specs
    • Vacuum sensor valve specs

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