1996 Ford Aerostar Owner's Manual - Page 245
1996 Ford Aerostar Manual
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u Never get under a vehicle while it is supported only by a jack. If you must work under a vehicle, use safety stands. materials away from the battery and all fuel-related parts. u Keep all lit cigarettes and other smoking If you disconnect the battery, the engine must "relearn" its idle conditions before your vehicle will drive properly. To find out how the engine does this, see Battery in this chapter. Working with the engine off: 1. Set the parking brake fully and make sure that the gearshift is securely latched in P (Park). Remove the key from the ignition after you turn the engine off. Block the wheels. This will prevent your vehicle from moving unexpectedly. 2. 3. Working with the engine on: 1. Set the parking brake fully and make sure that the gearshift is securely latched in P (Park). Block the wheels. This will prevent your vehicle from moving unexpectedly. RWARNING Do not start your engine with the air cleaner removed and do not remove it while the engine is running. 2. 267