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FORD AEROSTAR (1990–1997) — Technical Guide, Fault Codes & Maintenance
Built 1990–1997 · all production years covered on this single page
4.0L V6 • Gasoline
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Parts & repairability3.8
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Every figure on this Ford Aerostar (1990–1997) page is aggregated and cross-checked against more than 6.6 million real workshop operations, NHTSA records and OEM technical sources — and updated continuously. No invented estimates.
The Ford Aerostar (1990–1997) uses Motorcraft 5W-20 Synthetic Blend engine oil. Its battery is group 65 (BCI), rated at 650A cold-cranking amps. It is powered by a 4.0L V6 engine. Its OEM tyre size is 215/55 R16. Use the sections below for verified fluids, battery, OEM tyres, the maintenance schedule, recommended parts and the most commonly reported OBD2 fault codes for this vehicle.
Common problems
Common repairs
Scheduled maintenance
Fluids & lubricants
Battery
Fault codes (OBD2)
Dashboard lights
Parts comparator
Accessories & tools
Tyres
Recalls & TSB
Complaints
Workshops nearby
COMMON PROBLEMS
Engine overheatingFREQUENT
Engine temperature over limits — check coolant level, thermostat and radiator.
Related codes: P0217
Oil pressure sensor: low signalFREQUENT
ECU detects insufficient oil pressure — check oil level and sensor.
Related codes: P0522
Insufficient oil pressureFREQUENT
Oil pressure below critical threshold — stop the engine and check immediately.
Related codes: P0524
Engine control module (PCM) faultFREQUENT
Faulty ECU processor — requires specialist workshop diagnosis.
Related codes: P0606
Throttle actuatorFREQUENT
Throttle actuator motor circuit open — loss of throttle response.
Related codes: P2100
COMMON REPAIRS
Front brake pads
Difficulty: Medium
1.2h
€84 – €108
Rear brake pads
Difficulty: Medium
1.2h
€84 – €108
Engine oil change
Difficulty: Easy
0.5h
€35 – €45
ABS Module
Difficulty: Hard
2.4h
€168 – €216
AVERAGE INDICATIVE COSTS
Prices may vary by area and workshop.
Full service
€ 120 – € 200
Full brake service
€ 180 – € 300
Spark plug replacement
€ 80 – € 140
Electronic diagnosis
€ 40 – € 70
OFFICIAL LABOUR TIMES (OLP)
Standard labour hours from a database of 6.6M+ real shop operations, with an indicative labour-cost estimate for your country.
Brakes8 operations
| Operation | Labour hours (OLP) | Est. labour cost |
|---|---|---|
| ABS Module | 2.4h | € 108–€ 180 |
| ABS Pump | 2.4h | € 108–€ 180 |
| ABS Tone Ring | 1.8h | € 81–€ 135 |
| ABS Wheel Speed Sensor - Front | 1.8h | € 81–€ 135 |
| ABS Wheel Speed Sensor - Rear | 1.8h | € 81–€ 135 |
| Brake Bleed - All Four | 1.8h | € 81–€ 135 |
| Brake Booster | 3.6h | € 162–€ 270 |
| Brake Booster Check Valve | 1.2h | € 54–€ 90 |
Cooling8 operations
| Operation | Labour hours (OLP) | Est. labour cost |
|---|---|---|
| Coolant Bypass Pipe | 1.8h | € 81–€ 135 |
| Coolant Flush | 0.8h | € 36–€ 60 |
| Coolant Reservoir | 1.8h | € 81–€ 135 |
| Coolant Temperature Sensor | 1.2h | € 54–€ 90 |
| Cooling Fan Assembly | 1.8h | € 81–€ 135 |
| Cooling Fan Motor | 1.8h | € 81–€ 135 |
| Cooling Fan Relay | 1.2h | € 54–€ 90 |
| Engine Oil Cooler | 1.8h | € 81–€ 135 |
Electrical8 operations
| Operation | Labour hours (OLP) | Est. labour cost |
|---|---|---|
| Airbag - Driver | 1.8h | € 81–€ 135 |
| Airbag - Passenger | 1.8h | € 81–€ 135 |
| Airbag - Side | 1.8h | € 81–€ 135 |
| Airbag Module/Computer | 1.8h | € 81–€ 135 |
| Alternator | 2.4h | € 108–€ 180 |
| Alternator Belt | 1.8h | € 81–€ 135 |
| Amplifier | 1.8h | € 81–€ 135 |
| Antenna | 0.6h | € 27–€ 45 |
Engine8 operations
| Operation | Labour hours (OLP) | Est. labour cost |
|---|---|---|
| Camshaft Position Sensor | 1.8h | € 81–€ 135 |
| Camshaft R&R | 5.4h | € 243–€ 405 |
| Connecting Rod Bearings | 1.8h | € 81–€ 135 |
| Crankshaft Position Sensor | 1.8h | € 81–€ 135 |
| Crankshaft R&R | 1.8h | € 81–€ 135 |
| Cylinder Head R&R | 5.4h | € 243–€ 405 |
| Cylinder Head Resurface | 5.4h | € 243–€ 405 |
| Engine Mount - Front | 3.6h | € 162–€ 270 |
Exhaust8 operations
| Operation | Labour hours (OLP) | Est. labour cost |
|---|---|---|
| Air Injection Check Valve | 1.8h | € 81–€ 135 |
| Catalytic Converter - California | 2.4h | € 108–€ 180 |
| Catalytic Converter - Direct Fit | 2.4h | € 108–€ 180 |
| Catalytic Converter - Universal | 2.4h | € 108–€ 180 |
| Downpipe | 2.4h | € 108–€ 180 |
| EGR Cooler | 1.8h | € 81–€ 135 |
| EGR Tube | 1.8h | € 81–€ 135 |
| EGR Valve | 1.8h | € 81–€ 135 |
Fuel system8 operations
| Operation | Labour hours (OLP) | Est. labour cost |
|---|---|---|
| Charcoal Canister | 1.8h | € 81–€ 135 |
| EVAP Purge Valve | 1.8h | € 81–€ 135 |
| EVAP Vent Valve | 1.8h | € 81–€ 135 |
| Fuel Cap | 0.4h | € 18–€ 30 |
| Fuel Filler Neck | 3.6h | € 162–€ 270 |
| Fuel Filter | 1.2h | € 54–€ 90 |
| Fuel Filter - In-Tank | 1.2h | € 54–€ 90 |
| Fuel Injector - Single | 3.6h | € 162–€ 270 |
HVAC8 operations
| Operation | Labour hours (OLP) | Est. labour cost |
|---|---|---|
| AC Accumulator | 2.4h | € 108–€ 180 |
| AC Clutch Coil | 1.8h | € 81–€ 135 |
| AC Compressor | 2.4h | € 108–€ 180 |
| AC Compressor Clutch | 2.4h | € 108–€ 180 |
| AC Compressor Oil Add | 2.4h | € 108–€ 180 |
| AC Condenser | 2.4h | € 108–€ 180 |
| AC Evaporator | 2.4h | € 108–€ 180 |
| AC Expansion Valve (TXV) | 2.4h | € 108–€ 180 |
Steering8 operations
| Operation | Labour hours (OLP) | Est. labour cost |
|---|---|---|
| Center Link/Drag Link | 1.8h | € 81–€ 135 |
| Electric Power Steering Module | 1.8h | € 81–€ 135 |
| Electric Power Steering Motor | 1.8h | € 81–€ 135 |
| Idler Arm | 1.2h | € 54–€ 90 |
| Pitman Arm | 1.8h | € 81–€ 135 |
| Power Steering Fluid Flush | 0.5h | € 22–€ 37 |
| Power Steering Gear Box | 2.4h | € 108–€ 180 |
| Power Steering Hose - High Pressure | 1.8h | € 81–€ 135 |
Suspension8 operations
| Operation | Labour hours (OLP) | Est. labour cost |
|---|---|---|
| Air Line | 1.8h | € 81–€ 135 |
| Air Spring/Air Bag | 1.8h | € 81–€ 135 |
| Air Suspension Compressor | 1.8h | € 81–€ 135 |
| Air Suspension Height Sensor | 1.8h | € 81–€ 135 |
| Air Suspension Valve Block | 1.8h | € 81–€ 135 |
| Ball Joint - Lower | 2.4h | € 108–€ 180 |
| Ball Joint - Upper | 2.4h | € 108–€ 180 |
| Ball Joints - Upper and Lower | 2.4h | € 108–€ 180 |
Transmission8 operations
| Operation | Labour hours (OLP) | Est. labour cost |
|---|---|---|
| Clutch Cable | 1.8h | € 81–€ 135 |
| Clutch Disc | 1.8h | € 81–€ 135 |
| Clutch Kit | 5.4h | € 243–€ 405 |
| Clutch Master Cylinder | 2.4h | € 108–€ 180 |
| Clutch Slave Cylinder | 2.4h | € 108–€ 180 |
| Flywheel Resurface | 5.4h | € 243–€ 405 |
| Kickdown Cable | 1.8h | € 81–€ 135 |
| Neutral Safety Switch | 1.8h | € 81–€ 135 |
WORKSHOP LABOUR RATES BY COUNTRY
Average independent-workshop hourly labour rates, to estimate repair costs in your country.
🇩🇪Germany€95/h
🇪🇸Spain€55/h
🇫🇷France€75/h
🇮🇹Italy€45/h
🇬🇧UK£80/h
🇺🇸USA$120/h
Reference rate
€45/h
Source: Eurostat 2024
💧 FLUIDS & LUBRICANTS
🔧 SCHEDULED MAINTENANCE
Engine Oil And Filter8,000 km / 6 months
Tire Rotation8,000 km / 6 months
Brake System Inspection8,000 km / 6 months
Exhaust System Inspection8,000 km / 6 months
Steering Linkage And Suspension8,000 km / 6 months
Driveshaft U-Joints8,000 km / 6 months
Chassis Lubrication8,000 km / 6 months
Power Steering Fluid8,000 km / 6 months
📋 RECALLS & TSB (17)
NHTSA 96V161000
Equipment › Other › Labels
Date: 29/08/1996
THE CERTIFICATION LABELS ON THE INVOLVED VEHICLES HAS INCORRECT REAR TIRE INFLATION PRESSURE DESIGNATIONS. THIS DOES NOT COMPLY WITH FMVSS NO. 120, "TIRE SELECTION AND RIMS FOR MOTOR VEHICLES OTHER THAN PASSENGER CARS."
NHTSA 99V094000
Power Train › Transfer Case (4-Wheel Drive)
Date: 28/04/1999
VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: ALL WHEEL DRIVE PASSENGER MINIVANS. (THIS INCLUDES ALL 1992 AWD AEROSTARS NOT PREVIOUSLY INCLUDED IN SAFETY RECALL 97V-204/97S83). THESE VEHICLES CAN DEVELOP POWERTRAIN BENDING RESONANCE OR TRANSFER CASE OUTPUT SHAFT BUSHING DISPLACEMENT. THE POWERTRAIN BEN…
NHTSA 95V037000
Equipment › Other › Labels
Date: 28/02/1995
THE CERTIFICATION LABEL ON THESE VEHICLES HAVE INCORRECT REAR TIRE SIZES LISTED. P215/70R14SL SHOULD BE P215/75R14SL. THIS DOES NOT COMPLY WITH FMVSS NO. 120, "TIRE SELECTION AND RIMS FOR MOTOR VEHICLES OTHER THAN PASSENGER CARS."
NHTSA 00V425000
Vehicle Speed Control › Cables
Date: 26/12/2000
VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: MINIVANS EQUIPPED WITH 3.0L ENGINES. AN ACCELERATOR CABLE WAS KINKED DURING INSTALLATION, CAUSING THE CORE WIRES TO EVENTUALLY FRAY.
NHTSA 96V071000
Electrical System › Ignition
Date: 25/04/1996
THE IGNITION SWITCH COULD EXPERIENCE AN INTERNAL SHORT CIRCUIT.
NHTSA 96V070000
Latches/Locks/Linkages › Doors › Latch
Date: 22/04/1996
WHEN IN THE SECONDARY LATCHED POSITION, THE DRIVER DOOR LATCHES MAY OPEN WHEN SUBJECTED TO TRANSVERSE LOADS LESS THAN THAT SPECIFIED IN FMVSS NO. 206, "DOOR LOCKS AND DOOR RETENTION COMPONENTS."
NHTSA 91V164000
Seat Belts › Front › Anchorage
Date: 20/09/1991
SEAT BELT ANCHORAGE BAR FOR REAR SOFA FAILED TO SUSTAIN LOADS REQUIRED BY FMVSS 210.
NHTSA 97V204000
Power Train › Transfer Case (4-Wheel Drive)
Date: 13/11/1997
VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: ALL WHEEL DRIVE PASSENGER MINIVANS. THESE VEHICLES CAN DEVELOP POWERTRAIN BENDING RESONANCE OR TRANSFER CASE OUTPUT SHAFT BUSHING DISPLACEMENT. THE POWERTRAIN BENDING RESONANCE OR THE OUTPUT SHAFT BUSHING DISPLACEMENT CAN RESULT IN STRUCTURAL FAILURE OF TH…
NHTSA 06E022000
Service Brakes, Hydraulic
Date: 13/03/2006
CERTAIN AFTERMARKET BRAKE HYDRAULIC MASTER CYLINDERS SOLD AS REPLACEMENT BRAKE CYLINDERS FOR CERTAIN FORD, DAIMLERCHRYSLER, AND JEEP PASSENGER VEHICLES. THESE BRAKE CYLINDERS WERE SOLD UNDER THE BRAND NAMES OF NAPA, RAYBESTOS, AIMCO, AC DELCO, CARQUEST, BENDIX, AND WAGNER. ONLY…
NHTSA 89V223000
Service Brakes, Hydraulic › Foundation Components › Master Cylinder
Date: 11/12/1989
INABILITY TO MAINTAIN PRESSURE IN THE SECONDARY SYSTEM OF THE MASTER CYLINDER (CONTROLS BRAKING OF REAR WHEELS) COULD INCREASE BRAKE PEDAL TRAVEL AND REDUCE BRAKE PERFORMANCE AT TEMPERATURES LESS THAN 40 DEGREES.
NHTSA 98V190000
Fuel System, Gasoline › Storage › Tank Assembly
Date: 11/08/1998
VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: MINI VANS ORIGINALLY SOLD OR CURRENTLY REGISTERED IN THE FOLLOWING STATES: ALABAMA, ARIZONA, ARKANSAS, CALIFORNIA (10 SOUTHERN COUNTIES OF LOS ANGELES, ORANGE, SAN BERNADINO, SAN DIEGO, RIVERSIDE, VENTURA, SANTA BARBARA, SAN LUIS OBISPO, IMPERIAL, AND KERN)…
NHTSA 99V029000
Electrical System › Ignition › Switch
Date: 09/02/1999
VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: MINI VANS. THESE VEHICLES WERE PRODUCED WITH A HIGHER THAN SPECIFIED ELECTRICAL LOAD THROUGH THE ACCESSORY POWER FEED CIRCUIT. THE POTENTIAL FOR CONTACT BETWEEN THE B2 (BATTERY), A2 (ACCESSORY), AND P1 (PROOF) CIRCUITS CAN OCCUR, CREATING A SHORT CIRCUIT, …
NHTSA 99V028000
Electrical System › Wiring › Front Underhood
Date: 09/02/1999
VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: MINI VANS. HEAT GENERATION IN THE WIRING HARNESS TO THE FUEL PUMP/SENDER ASSEMBLY CAN CAUSE AN ELECTRICAL SHORT. THE VEHICLE COULD EXPERIENCE A LOSS OF POWER AND BECOME IMMOBILIZED AND THE FUEL GAUGE MAY BE ERRATIC.
NHTSA 98E010000
Service Brakes, Air › Disc › Rotor
Date: 08/04/1998
EQUIPMENT DESCRIPTION: AFTERMARKET BRAKE ROTORS FOR USE ON CERTAIN FORD AND MAZDA TRUCKS. CRACKED CASTINGS CAUSED CRACKS TO APPEAR ON THE OUTER DIAMETER OF THE ROTOR HAT OR AROUND THE STUD HOLE.
NHTSA 90V144000
Seats › Front Assembly › Recliner
Date: 06/08/1990
THE SECOND ROW RIGHT HAND SEAT ASSEMBLY HAS A TILT FORWARD FUNCTION. A LATCH RETAINS THE SEAT IN THE NORMAL RIDE POSTION, AND THIS LATCH MAY RELEASE UNDER SEVERE FRONTAL IMPACT CONDITIONS, ALLOWING THE SEAT TO PIVOT FORWARD.
NHTSA 91V189000
Power Train › Automatic Transmission
Date: 04/11/1991
WHEN THE AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION SHIFT LEVER IS PLACED IN THE PARK POSITION, THE PARK PAWL DOES NOT ALWAYS ABUT OR ENGAGE THE PARK GEAR.
NHTSA 94V239000
Equipment › Mechanical › Carrier/Rack
Date: 01/12/1994
THE SPARE TIRE SUPPLIED WITH THE VEHICLE CAN CONTACT THE BRAKE LINES ON THE REAR AXLE IF IT IS MOUNTED IN THE UNDERBODY SPARE TIRE CARRIER. SUCH CONTACT COULD RESULT IN FRACTURE OF A REAR BRAKE LINE.
COMMON OBD2 CODES TO CHECK
P0420
P0420
Powertrain
P0171
P0171
Powertrain
P0300
P0300
Powertrain
P0441
EVAP Incorrect Purge Flow
Powertrain
P0128
P0128
Powertrain
P0455
P0455
Powertrain
P0700
P0700
Transmission
P0507
Idle Air Control System RPM Higher Than Expected
Powertrain
P0174
System Too Lean Bank 2
Powertrain
All documented fault codes for this vehicle
The most documented diagnostic codes for this model, by system and severity. Tap a code for the full guide.
P1233
powertrain
HIGHP1651
powertrain
LOWP1650
powertrain
LOWP1641
powertrain
HIGHP1579
powertrain
HIGHP1537
powertrain
LOWP1455
powertrain
MODERATEP1451
powertrain
LOWP1409
powertrain
MODERATEP1383
powertrain
MODERATEP1285
powertrain
HIGHP1270
powertrain
LOWP1237
powertrain
HIGHP1235
powertrain
HIGHP1152
powertrain
MODERATEP1117
powertrain
LOWP1116
powertrain
LOWP1103
powertrain
MODERATEP1783
powertrain
CRITICALP1746
powertrain
HIGH
DASHBOARD WARNING LIGHTS — UNIVERSAL GUIDE
57 warning lights classified by urgency. Appears on your vehicle? Check the urgency level.
Show all dashboard warning lights
🔴 IMMEDIATE STOP — pull over
Oil Pressure WarningEngine
Engine Temperature WarningCooling
Brake System WarningBrakes
Immobilizer / Key FaultSecurity
Low Oil Pressure (Ford)Engine
🟠 WARNING — check soon
Malfunction Indicator Light (MIL) / Check EngineEngine
Diesel Particulate Filter (DPF)Emissions
Battery / Charging SystemElectrical
Low Fuel WarningFuel
ABS WarningBrakes
Brake Pad Wear IndicatorBrakes
Electronic Parking Brake (EPB)Brakes
Power Steering WarningSteering
ESC / Stability Control FaultChassis
Tire Pressure Warning (TPMS)Chassis
Transmission Temperature WarningTransmission
Transmission / Gearbox FaultTransmission
Airbag / SRS WarningActive safety
EGR / Exhaust Gas Recirculation FaultEmissions
Catalytic Converter / Emissions FaultEmissions
AdBlue / DEF Level LowEmissions
Coolant Level LowCooling
Hybrid / EV System WarningHybrid
EV Charge System FaultHybrid
12V Battery (Hybrid/EV Auxiliary)Hybrid
Suspension Fault / Air SuspensionSuspension
CAN Bus / Network Communication FaultNetwork
Water in Fuel FilterFuel
Diesel Injector FaultFuel
Steering Angle Sensor FaultSteering
Turbo / Boost Pressure FaultEngine
Regenerative Braking Fault (Hybrid/EV)Hybrid
🟡 MONITOR
Fuel Cap / Evap SystemEmissions
4WD / AWD SystemDrivetrain
Bulb Failure WarningLighting
Headlight Range / Leveling FaultLighting
Service / Maintenance DueMaintenance
A/C System FaultHvac
Clutch Wear WarningTransmission
Cruise Control / ACC FaultADAS
AdvanceTrac Off (Ford)Chassis
SYNC System Fault (Ford)Electrical
🔵 INFORMATION
Engine Temperature Low (Blue)Cooling
Glow Plug / Diesel PreheatEngine
Traction Control / ESC OffChassis
Seatbelt ReminderActive safety
Rear Fog Light IndicatorLighting
Lane Departure / LDWS WarningADAS
Forward Collision Warning (FCW/AEB)ADAS
Blind Spot Monitor FaultADAS
Rear Parking Sensor / Camera FaultADAS
Windshield Washer Fluid LowMaintenance
Door Open WarningBody
Hood / Trunk Open WarningBody
Gear Shift Indicator (Manual)Transmission
Sport / Performance Mode ActiveTransmission
MyKey Speed Limit (Ford)Electrical
REPORTED COMPLAINTS & PROBLEMS (NHTSA)
1699 owner complaints filed with the U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) for the Ford Aerostar across model years 1990–1997. These are real, verified reports submitted by vehicle owners.
165 crash reports 246 fires 199 injuries 9 deaths
Complaints by model year (most reported first)
Model year 1993379
Model year 1992318
Model year 1994258
Model year 1991223
Model year 1990197
Model year 1995157
Model year 1996104
Model year 199763
Most reported components (all years)
Electrical System409
Power Train298
Service Brakes212
Hydraulic206
Air Bags129
Engine And Engine Cooling108
Sample reports
THEY SAY "WHERE THERE'S SMOKE THERE'S FIRE" SO THAT'S WHY I CHECKED THE FIRE BUTTON ON THE FORM. JUST TO THE RIGHT OF THE ACCELERATOR THE CARPET STARTED SMOKING. WE STILL DON'T KNOW THE CAUSE. BUT, EVERYTIME WE RUN THE CAR AN AWFUL SM… (MY 1993)
CONSUMER WAS PULLING INTO A PARKING SPACE. SUDDENLY THEY WERE UNABLE TO STEER VEHICLE OR CHANGE GEARS. CONSUMER HAD VEHICLE TOWED TO A DEALERSHIP, WHO INDICATED THAT THIS WAS CAUSED BY A PART BRAKING IN THE STEERING COLUMN. PLEASE PR… (MY 1994)
A FIRE STARTED IN THE STEERING COLUMN BELOW THE DASH AREA DUE TO A MALFUNCTION WITHIN THE IGNITION SWITCH, CAUSE UNKNOWN. WIRING HARNESS WAS DAMAGED AND REPLACED, AS WELL AS IGNITION SWITCH AND LIGHT SWITCH. FORD NOTIFIED OF PROBLEM, O… (MY 1994)
BRAKES FAILED RESULTING IN VEHICLE ACCIDENT. (MY 1994)
Source: NHTSA complaints database (U.S. data.gov). Figures cover production years 1990–1997.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does the Ford Aerostar have any safety recalls?
Yes — 17 official NHTSA recall campaign(s) affect this model, mainly: SEATS:FRONT ASSEMBLY:RECLINER, SERVICE BRAKES, AIR:DISC:ROTOR. Check the recalls section for your exact year/VIN.
What does fault code P0300 mean on the Ford Aerostar?
Random/Multiple Cylinder Misfire Detected This code is among the most documented for this model — tap it in the OBD2 section for the full step-by-step guide.
What does fault code P0128 mean on the Ford Aerostar?
Coolant temperature below thermostat regulating temperature — thermostat stuck open or faulty This code is among the most documented for this model — tap it in the OBD2 section for the full step-by-step guide.
What does fault code P0011 mean on the Ford Aerostar?
A Camshaft Position Timing Over-Advanced or System Performance (Bank 1) This code is among the most documented for this model — tap it in the OBD2 section for the full step-by-step guide.
Are steering problems common on the Ford Aerostar?
Yes — 198 of 1411 real owner reports filed with NHTSA mention the steering. One owner reported: “THE REAR ANTI LOCK BRAKES HAVE MALFUNCTIONED, CAUSING THE BRAKES TO LOCK. AS A RESULT THE STEERING LOCK AND THE VEHICLE LOST CONTROL. NO REPORT OF AIRBAG DEPLOYMENT. PLEASE PROVIDE ADDITIONAL INFORMAT…” See the owner-reported complaints section below for more.
Are brakes problems common on the Ford Aerostar?
Yes — 240 of 1411 real owner reports filed with NHTSA mention the brakes. One owner reported: “UPON STARTING THE VEHICLE, IT ACCELERATED AT A HIGH SPEED AND CRASHED INTO A BUILDING. THE DRIVER'S FOOT WAS ON THE BRAKE PEDAL WHEN SUDDEN ACCELERATION OCCURRED. THE VEHICLE WAS TOTALED. THE INSU…” See the owner-reported complaints section below for more.
Are electrical problems common on the Ford Aerostar?
Yes — 279 of 1411 real owner reports filed with NHTSA mention the electrical. One owner reported: “THE VEHICLE IS EXPERIENCING THE FAILURES DESCRIBED IN THE MASTER CYLINDER PISTONS RECALL 89V223000. IN ADDITION, THE ABS LIGHT COMES ON. ALSO, THE VEHICLE IS EXPERIENCING THE FAILURE DESCRIBED IN THE…” See the owner-reported complaints section below for more.
What tyres does the Ford Aerostar (1990–1997) use?
The original OEM tyre size for the Ford Aerostar (1990–1997) is 215/55 R16. Compatible alternative sizes: ["215/75R15", "215/65R16", "245/45R19"]. See the Tyres section on this page to compare offers from the main suppliers.
What is the right battery for the Ford Aerostar (1990–1997)?
The battery specified for the Ford Aerostar (1990–1997) is group 65 (BCI), with a cold cranking rating of 650A. See the Battery section on this page for the main cross-references between brands.
What engine oil should I use on the Ford Aerostar (1990–1997)?
The engine oil specification for the Ford Aerostar (1990–1997) is Motorcraft 5W-20 Synthetic Blend. Always use the viscosity grade approved by the manufacturer: a different oil can reduce engine protection and void the warranty. Check the change interval in the Maintenance section.
Which OBD2 fault codes are commonly documented for the Ford Aerostar (1990–1997)?
Commonly documented OBD2 codes across many vehicles include: P0420, P0300, P0171. Find the full description, likely causes and estimated repair costs in the OBD2 Codes section on this page.
How often should the Ford Aerostar (1990–1997) be serviced?
Routine maintenance for the Ford Aerostar (1990–1997) typically includes an oil change every 6,000–9,000 miles (10,000–15,000 km), an air filter every 12,000–18,000 miles (20,000–30,000 km) and a brake inspection every 12,000 miles (20,000 km). Check the full plan with specific intervals in the Scheduled Maintenance section on this page.
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