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#214 of 497 Our 1996 Ford Aerostar XLT by walterchan Aug 19, 2003 (11:36 pm)
My dad currently drives the 1996 Ford Aerostar extended-length XLT 4.0L V6 RWD. Purchased it new in September 28, 1996. It now has 110,000 miles and, besides the general maintanence, it has been a very reliable van. Here are all the repairs needed since 1996:   1. In 1997, cruise control failed.   2. In 1998, air-conditioner failed.   3. In 1999, air-conditioner failed again.   4. In 1999, thermostat needed to be replaced.   5. In 2000, none.   6. In 2001, brakes needed work.   7. In 2002, none.   8. In 2003, none so far.   If anybody is considering a used Aerostar, I highly recommend the 1996 model year because, according to Consumer Reports, 1996 is the most reliable Aerostar ever made in history since 1986. 1997 was the last year but the reliability isn't as good as 1996. 1995 isn't as good as 1996. I have heard fewer problems coming from 4.0 Aerostar engine than 3.0. Our Aerostar is still currently on its original engine and transmission.   The only weak point I can think of is that Aerostar RWD doesn't do well in snow. One time my dad drove on a snowy road, the Aerostar slipped or skidded many times if turning right or left. He almost nearly got an accident. So I do not recommend the Aerostar for snow drive. The Aerostar has no problem on rain drive.                      Walter Chan
#215 of 497 1994 AWD Eddie Bauer edition... by wwest Nov 23, 2003 (5:06 pm)
Would get my vote for the best of the series. Digital dash, 4 captains chairs, leather, etc.
#216 of 497 Our '94 XLT by txguy Dec 30, 2003 (8:04 pm)
Our '94XLT is at 167,000 miles and still going strong. A/C is broken for the first time. It's the compressor. Will get it fixed this spring.   Major repairs include 3 rear ends (don't know what was up with that - 2 done under warranty, the last one was a salvage yard item and has lasted longer than the other two. The steering assembly was replaced at about 85,000 miles.   Ours has a possessed radio. The volume increases and decreases by itself.   The weather stripping around both back side windows has been replaced due to leaks.   This vehicle has been extremely reliable and will likely be part of our stable until the motor gives up. And where else can you carry a sofa or a washer and dryer under cover like you can in the Aerostar? Wrestle those back seats out and the XLT has an amazing carrying capacity.
#217 of 497 Power Steering by steinbrecher Mar 08, 2004 (10:04 am)
Anyone have any experience with Power Steering on a '95 Aerostar? I have 3.0 liter model XLT. I think the pump went on me. Any idea what a new pump will run? I live in Atlanta, GA   Thanks in advance.
#218 of 497 Re: Power Steering by steinbrecher Mar 09, 2004 (6:27 am)
I put some PS fluid in this AM. Seems to have stopped the squealing and it's not such a bear to steer. I'll keep an eye on it for awhile to insure I don't have any leaks.   I may need new seals if I have a leak.
#219 of 497 '93 Areostar by psasak Mar 23, 2004 (5:07 pm)
I just wish they still made these vans. Ours has about 120,000 miles on it and it still goes strong with no oil burning. We bought it new in Tucson, and have had it in Ohio since 1998. No rust yet - every spring I have to scrub it down to get the pin-spots of rust off the body.   We just put about $1500 into it last year for front-end bushings. It clanked like an old truck over bumps - the bushings were metal-to-metal. the tie rod ends went a few years ago, why Ford made them out of plastic is a mystery. New brakes, rotors, bearings, 2 water pumps - the usual replacements over it's life. the major components have stayed together very well.   Like I said, I just wish they still made 'em.   It's time for a new van soon... looking at a Toyota Sienna (I wish it was a Ford). This new Freestar is going to go down in flames like the Windstar, I think. Ford does not do front-wheel drives very well, I think.
#220 of 497 '92 Aerostar lives on... by 446pack May 12, 2004 (11:04 pm)
Well, the wife and I bought our '92 Aerostar new in March of '92. XLT extended 2WD with all available options + L/S axle. It was white with red interior. It's lived all of it's life in Western NY (Buffalo). It never let us down at all. With the 3.0 we averaged 30+MPG on the highway all its life. Never had a problem hauling heavy loads for long distances either. Other than normal tires, brakes, plugs, wires, rotor, 1 exhaust system, 1 battery and 1 starter it has been a great vehicle. We tried to sell it for 3 years. However, every time we went to sell it we needed it so took it off the market. Well we fianlly sold it last June with 245,000 miles on it. No rust on it (due to running boards), but do know about those darn loose interior screws. I solved mine with a dab of lock-tite on them. The folks that bought it live in NC and love it. Still great on fuel at over 265,000 miles on it. They haven't put anything into it as of yet. I ran AMSOIL in everything on it (oil, great, tranny fluid and such). Flushed the cooling system out completely with new fluid every 2 years. Also wished they still made them. Just purchased a new Freestar LIMITED. Have a whole 207 miles on it as of today. Like it better than the Windstar. You set up in it more like the Aerostar than the Windstar. Right now it's running about 22MPG highway. Hopefully it'll climb higher.
#221 of 497 91 aerostar 3.0 2wd by mhoodz Jun 18, 2004 (9:43 pm)
I'm thinking of buying this vehicle but it has one weird problem..the headlights radio and dashlights only work when you hold the high beam switch in the on postition. hold it on in low and I get lowbeam headlights - hold it on in high and I then get high beam plus dashlights and the radio. Is there a simple fix for this or is this a sign of an unending electrical nightmare? It has 252,000 kilometers or 150,000 miles on it. Everything else seems good on it except the heater fan but I think that is tied into the electrical trouble.
#222 of 497 Headlight problem by navyair Jul 01, 2004 (5:30 am)
Believe your headlight problem is a bad headlight switch. It is about a $50 part at the dealer...it cost me $300 to get it replaced at a dealer including labor...but I didn't have to tear the dash apart to get to it.   We too had the demon radio problem, which is definately a wiring problem, because it seemed to come/go with temp changes.   Our '92 Aerostar finally died with 123,800 miles on it. After installing the second new air conditioning compressor in 3 yrs,and spending $1k, the transmission seals gave out in the mtns of VA. enroute to a new home in WI.   Tranny guy wanted $1800 and 2 weeks to fix it, which would necessitate 4 day round trip to retrieve it. Alas, Aerostar, we knew you well.
#223 of 497 Rusting by duckied Jul 19, 2004 (6:59 pm)
I currently own a 1990 Ford Aerostar XLT with about 154,000 miles. Within the past few months, the whole exterior of the van is rusting and breaking off. For example, part of the van under the driver's side door fell off because of rust. Is anyone else having rust trouble?   The rear sliding door has not been closing completely shut. When you shut the door, it is slightly ajar. This problem has been occuring for many years. The only way to resolve this issue is to place your hand on the rear of the sliding door and apply the correct amount of pressure while closing it.   Also, the A/C and heat have not worked correctly for about five years. I have taken it into the Ford dealer to be checked, but they did not fix the problem. It sounds like the fan is running, but no air is blowing out of the vents. Replies to this message: wut4 (May 27, 2005 1:51 pm)

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