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HOMESERVICE MANUALSFORD1994AEROSTAR VAN WINDOW EXTENDED, 4.0 X, RWDREPAIR AND DIAGNOSIS (SINGLE PAGE)ENGINE PERFORMANCETESTING & DIAGNOSISENGINE CONTROLS - TESTS W/O CODESSYMPTOMSSURGE (ON ACCELERATION OR CRUISE)SYMPTOM CHECKS
1994 Ford Aerostar Van Window Extended, 4.0 X, RWD
Symptom Checks
1994 Ford Aerostar Van Window Extended, 4.0 X, RWDSECTION Symptom Checks
Perform the following:
- Ensure engine is operating at normal operating temperature.
- Check power to MAP/BARO sensor. See step 3) of CIRCUIT TEST S in TESTS W/CODES - EEC-IV article in the ENGINE PERFORMANCE section.
- Check ignition system. See IGNITION SYSTEMS in appropriate SYSTEM/COMPONENT TESTS article in the ENGINE PERFORMANCE section.
- Check idle speed. See IDLE SPEED in ADJUSTMENTS article in the ENGINE PERFORMANCE section.
- Check Fuel Evaporation (EVAP) system. See EMISSION SYSTEMS & SUB-SYSTEMS in SYSTEM/COMPONENT TESTS article in the ENGINE PERFORMANCE section.
- If surge occurs with A/C on, check A/C clutch operation. See A/C-HEATER SYSTEM - MANUAL article in the AIR CONDITIONING & HEAT section.
- Check Fuel Evaporation (EVAP) system. See EMISSION SYSTEMS & SUB-SYSTEMS in SYSTEM/COMPONENT TESTS article in the ENGINE PERFORMANCE section.
- Check EGR system. See EMISSION SYSTEMS & SUB-SYSTEMS in SYSTEM/COMPONENT TESTS article in the ENGINE PERFORMANCE section.
- Check air injection (if equipped). See EMISSION SYSTEMS & SUB-SYSTEMS in SYSTEM/COMPONENT TESTS article in the ENGINE PERFORMANCE section.
- Check air intake system. Ensure throttle plate and linkages operate properly.
- Check fuel delivery system. See FUEL SYSTEM in appropriate SYSTEM/COMPONENT TESTS article in the ENGINE PERFORMANCE section.
- Check engine mechanical condition. Check compression, camshaft, valve train components, etc.
- Check Heated Oxygen Sensor (HO2S). Go to step 21) of TESTS W/CODES - EEC-IV article in the ENGINE PERFORMANCE section.
- Ensure speed (cruise) control system is functioning properly.
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.