1997 Ford Aerostar Cargo Van 119" WB

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Ford Aerostar Cargo Van 119
Ford Aerostar Cargo Van 119" WB
Vehicle Specifications
Base MSRP:
$17,235
Base Invoice:
$15,607
Destination:
$580
Engine/Fuel:
3.0L/182 Gas V6
Transmission:
4 Speed Automatic w/OD,
Door/Body Style:
Cargo Van
Drive Type:
Rear Wheel Drive
MPG (City / Hwy):
17/23

Specifications

Vehicle
Rear Door Type : Dual
Engine
Engine Order Code : 99U
Engine Type : Gas V6
Displacement : 3.0L/182
Fuel System : SEFI
SAE Net Horsepower @ RPM : 140 @ 5000
SAE Net Torque @ RPM : 160 @ 2750
Engine Oil Cooler :
Transmission
Drivetrain : Rear Wheel Drive
Trans Order Code : 44V
Trans Type : 4
Trans Description Cont. : Automatic w/OD,
Trans Description Cont. Again : Electronic
First Gear Ratio (:1) : 2.47
Second Gear Ratio (:1) : 1.47
Third Gear Ratio (:1) : 1.00
Fourth Gear Rato (:1) : 0.75
Fifth Gear Ratio (:1) :
Sixth Gear Ratio (:1) :
Reverse Ratio (:1) : 2.10
Clutch Size (in) :
Trans Power Take Off : No
Trans PTO Access : No
Transfer Case Model :
Transfer Case Gear Ratio (:1), High :
Transfer Case Gear Ratio (:1), Low :
Transfer Case Power Take Off :
Seventh Gear Ratio (:1) :
Mileage
EPA Fuel Economy Est - City (MPG) : 17
EPA Fuel Economy Est - Hwy (MPG) : 23
Electrical
Cold Cranking Amps @ 0° F (Primary) : 650
Cold Cranking Amps @ 0° F (2nd) :
Maximum Alternator Capacity (amps) : 95
Maximum Alternator Watts : 1425
Cooling System
Total Cooling System Capacity (qts) : 11.8
Weight Information
Gross Axle Wt Rating - Front (lbs) : 2650
Gross Axle Wt Rating - Rear (lbs) : 2950
Curb Weight - Front (lbs) : 2019
Curb Weight - Rear (lbs) : 1395
Gross Vehicle Weight Rating Cap (lbs) : 5300
Gross Combined Wt Rating (lbs) : 7500
Trailering
Dead Weight Hitch - Max Trailer Wt. (lbs) : 2000
Dead Weight Hitch - Max Tongue Wt. (lbs) : 200
Wt Distributing Hitch - Max Trailer Wt. (lbs) : 3900
Wt Distributing Hitch - Max Tongue Wt. (lbs) : 390
Fifth Wheel Hitch - Max Trailer Wt. (lbs) :
Fifth Wheel Hitch - Max Tongue Wt. (lbs) :
Suspension
Suspension Type - Front : Coil
Suspension Type - Rear : Coil
Spring Capacity - Front (lbs) : 2650
Spring Capacity - Rear (lbs) : 2950
Axle Type - Front : Independent SLA
Axle Type - Rear : Semi-Floating
Axle Capacity - Front (lbs) : 2650
Axle Capacity - Rear (lbs) : 2950
Axle Ratio (:1) - Front :
Axle Ratio (:1) - Rear : 3.73
Shock Absorber Diameter - Front (mm) : 30
Shock Absorber Diameter - Rear (mm) : 30
Stabilizer Bar Diameter - Front (in) : 1.38
Stabilizer Bar Diameter - Rear (in) :
Brakes
Brake Type : Power
Brake ABS System : Rear Wheel
Brake ABS System (Second Line) :
Disc - Front (Yes or ) : Yes
Disc - Rear (Yes or ) :
Front Brake Rotor Diam x Thickness (in) : 10.3 x 1.6
Rear Brake Rotor Diam x Thickness (in) :
Drum - Rear (Yes or ) : Yes
Rear Drum Diam x Width (in) : 10.0 x 2.5
Tires
Front Tire Order Code : T86
Rear Tire Order Code : T86
Spare Tire Order Code : 51A
Front Tire Size : P215/75R14SL
Rear Tire Size : P215/75R14SL
Spare Tire Size : P215/75R14SL
Front Tire Capacity (lbs) : 1512
Rear Tire Capacity (lbs) : 1512
Spare Tire Capacity (lbs) : 1512
Revolutions/Mile @ 45 mph - Front : 780
Revolutions/Mile @ 45 mph - Rear : 780
Revolutions/Mile @ 45 mph - Spare : 780
Wheels
Front Wheel Size (in) : 14 x 6
Rear Wheel Size (in) : 14 x 6
Spare Wheel Size (in) : 14 x 6
Front Wheel Material : Steel
Rear Wheel Material : Steel
Spare Wheel Material : Steel
Steering
Steering Type : Power
Steering Ratio (:1), On Center : 19.8
Steering Ratio (:1), At Lock : 15.0
Turning Diameter - Curb to Curb (ft) : 42.4
Turning Diameter - Wall to Wall (ft) : 44.3
Frame
Frame Type : Unitized
Fuel Tank
Fuel Tank Capacity, Approx (gal) : 21.0
Aux Fuel Tank Capacity, Approx (gal) :
Fuel Tank Location : Midship
Aux Fuel Tank Location :
Doors
Side Door Type : Right Hand Sliding
Exterior Dimensions
Wheelbase (in) : 118.9
Length, Overall w/rear bumper (in) : 174.9
Width, Max w/o mirrors (in) : 71.7
Height, Overall (in) : 72.3
Overhang, Front (in) : 27.1
Overhang, Rear w/bumper (in) : 28.9
Ground to Top of Load Floor (in) : 24.2
Ground Clearance, Front (in) : 6.3
Ground Clearance, Rear (in) : 6.3
Rear Door Opening Height (in) : 45.4
Rear Door Opening Width (in) : 51.4
Side Door Opening Height (in) : 43.8
Side Door Opening Width (in) : 32.2
Step Up Height - Front (in) : - TBD -
Step Up Height - Side (in) : - TBD -
Cargo Area Dimensions
Cargo Box Length @ Floor (in) : 85.9
Cargo Box Width @ Top, Rear (in) : - TBD -
Cargo Box Width @ Floor (in) : 65.5
Cargo Box Width @ Wheelhousings (in) : 48.2
Cargo Box (Area) Height (in) : 48.8
Cargo Volume (ft³) : 141.4
Interior Dimensions
Passenger Capacity : 2
Front Head Room (in) : 39.4
Front Leg Room (in) : 41.3
Front Shoulder Room (in) : 60.2
Front Hip Room (in) : 56.8
Summary
Vehicle Name : Aerostar Van
Body Style : Cargo Van
Body Code : 119" WB

Standard Features

EPA FUEL ECONOMY RATINGS
City 17/hwy 23 (3.0L engine/4-speed auto trans)
EXTERIOR
Medium platinum front/rear bumpers
Black aero front spoiler
Black flush windshield/rear window surround moldings
Medium platinum grille
Aero headlights
Dual A-pillar mirrors (RH convex)
Solar tinted glass
Dual front door/fixed rear door windows
Interval wipers
Sliding side door
Dual rear doors
INTERIOR
Dual color-keyed vinyl front high-back bucket seats w/fixed backs
Black engine cover
Front color-keyed 13-oz carpet
Black polypropylene rear floor liner
Black plastic scuff plates on front floor, front/side doors
Galvanized rear door scuff plates
Color-keyed soft vinyl steering wheel
Locking/energy-absorbing color-keyed steering column
4-gauge mechanical instrument cluster
Headlamp-on warning
Color-keyed instrument panel w/black plastic applique/stowage bin/locking glove box/ashtray/driver-side knee bolster
Cigarette lighter
10" day/night rearview mirror
Color-keyed front full wrapover vinyl-covered wood fiber door trim panels
Front white grained/painted wood-fiber headliner
Dual white vinyl-covered sun visors w/passenger-side mirror
Front/rear dome lights
Courtesy light switches on all doors
Color-keyed coat hook
Black rubber step well pad
Cargo lamp
MECHANICAL
3.0L (182) EFI V6 engine
4-speed automatic transmission w/OD-inc: OD lockout
3.73 rear axle ratio
Rear wheel drive
72 amp/hr (650-CCA) battery
95-amp alternator
119" wheelbase
5300# GVWR, springs (2545# front/2950 rear), axles (2650# front/2950# rear)
1860# maximum payload capacity
Gas shock absorbers
Front stabilizer bar
P215/75R14SL all-season SBR BSW tires
Limited service spare tire w/inside left rear mounting
(4) 6.0JJ 5-hole wheels w/full face wheel covers
Pwr steering
Pwr brakes w/rear wheel anti-lock
21 gallon fuel tank
SAFETY FEATURES
Rear wheel anti-lock brakes
Driver air bag
Dual black continuous loop 3-point lap/shoulder safety belts
Energy-absorbing locking steering column
Driver knee bolster

Options

NO OPTION KIND
423A PREFERRED EQUIPMENT SAVINGS *DISCOUNT* STANDARAD
ENGINE BLOCK HEATER *Recommended when minimum temp is -10F or below* $35
LICENSE PLATE BRACKET STANDARAD
SPEED CONTROL/TILT STEERING WHEEL $370
TRAILER TOWING PKG -inc: limited slip rear axle,class-I wiring harness, HD turn signal flasher (REQ: 587 or 589 Radio) $280
UNDERSEAT RH STOWAGE BIN $35
FIXED SIDE DOOR WINDOW $70
RADIO CREDIT OPTION (REQ: 423A Preferred Equipment Pkg) *Deletes radio/speakers* *CREDIT* STANDARAD
ELECTRONIC AM/FM STEREO RADIO -inc: clock, 4-speakers $280
ELECTRONIC AM/FM STEREO RADIO W/CASSETTE -inc: clock, 4-speakers $405
PRICED DORA STANDARAD
Emission System
STANDARD EMISSIONS STANDARAD
HIGH ALTITUDE EMISSIONS STANDARAD
CALIFORNIA/MASSACHUSETTS/NEW YORK EMISSIONS $170
CALIFORNIA/MASSACHUSETTS/NEW YORK EMISSIONS NOT REQUIRED *for units shipped/sold to California/Massachusetts/New York dealers for registration out of state* (REQ: Standard or 428 Emissions) STANDARAD
CALIFORNIA/MASSACHUSETTS/NEW YORK PUBLIC SERVICE/EMERGENCY VEHICLE EXEMPTION *only available on units sold to authorized governmental units & privately-owned ambulance companies* (REQ: 423 Emissions) STANDARAD
NON-HIGH ALTITUDE EMISSIONS *for units shipped/sold to dealers in high altitude areas for registration in standard emissions areas* (REQ: Standard Emissions) STANDARAD
NON-CALIFORNIA/NON-MASSACHUSETTS/NON-NEW YORK DEALER ORDER FOR CALIFORNIA/MASSACHUSETTS/NEW YORK REGISTRATION *req on all units ordered by dealers for California/Massachusetts/New York registration when vehicle is being delivered to non-California/non-Massachusetts/non-New York location* (REQ: 422 Emissions) STANDARAD
Engine
3.0L (182) EFI V6 ENGINE (STD) STANDARAD
Transmission
4-SPEED AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION W/OD -inc: mini floor consolette, aux trans oil cooler (STD) STANDARAD
Axle Ratio
3.73 AXLE RATIO STANDARAD
3.73 AXLE RATIO W/LIMITED SLIP $250
Spare Tires
COMPACT SPARE TIRE (STD) STANDARAD
UNDERBODY SPACE SAVER SPARE TIRE CARRIER -inc: compact spare tire *Not Recommended for Trailer Towing* $20
Tires
P215/75R14SL ALL-SEASON SBR BSW TIRES (STD) STANDARAD
P.E.P.
PREFERRED EQUIPMENT PKG -inc: base vehicle STANDARAD
PREFERRED EQUIPMENT PKG -inc: speed control, tilt steering wheel, elect AM/FM stereo, air cond *GROSS* $1,520
Seating Arrangement
DUAL HIGH-BACK BUCKET SEATS (STD) STANDARAD
DUAL CAPTAIN'S CHAIRS -inc: passenger-side underseat storage bin, driver manual lumbar $630
Seat Type
VINYL TRIM (STD) (REQ: 211 Seats) STANDARAD
CLOTH TRIM (REQ: 212 Seats) STANDARAD
Paint Type
SOLID PAINT (STD) STANDARAD
Air Cond Option
AIR CONDITIONING NOT DESIRED STANDARAD
AIR CONDITIONING -inc: dash insulation $870
Payload Package
PAYLOAD PKG #1 -inc: 5300# GVWR, 1860# maximum payload (STD) STANDARAD

Warranty and Incentives

Warranty
Basic:
New vehicle Bumper-to-Bumper -
3 Years/36,000 Miles
all components except tires, wear items, maintenance.
Safety Restraint Coverage - 5 years/50,000 miles

Corrosion:
5 Years/Unlimited Miles
perforation of sheet metal panels - 3 years/36,000 miles for corrosion that does not cause holes in sheetmetal.

Emissions:
Emissions Performance - Federal Emissions Emissions Defect - 3 years/36,000 miles or 8 years/80,000 miles on selected parts Performance - 2 years/24,000 miles

Audio Systems - 3 years/36,000 miles audio systems related defects on specific parts.

Roadside Assistance:
Roadside Assistance Program 1-800-241-FORD (3673) - includes - towing, changing a flat tire, jump starting a dead battery, lockout service, fuel delivery.
News - Crash Test Results
NHTSA CRASH TEST RESULTS:

Frontal crash ratings:
Driver: * * * * Passenger: * * *

Results based on a 35 MPH frontal crash. Results are reported in a range of one to five stars, with five stars indicating the best crash protection for vehicles within the same weight class. This test used driver seat belts with airbags; passenger seat belts.