Ford Aerostar check engine light comes on

Filed Nov 19, 2014 · Engine, Wheels · 100,000 miles · FL

I was given this van with a handicapped lift as a present from some people at our church. Ever since I got it the engine light has been on. I've had it checked several times but no one seems to know how to fix it. Another problem I've been having is that the left front tire wears out more quickly than the other three. We've had it balanced several times but we still have that problem even with new tires. Since I am handicapped and use an electric wheelchair if a tire blows out I may not be able to get out using the ramp lift that was installed and the same applies to the engine. How do I know if the engine has something wrong with it if the light is on all the time?

Filed Nov 6, 2006 · Acceleration, Engine · PR · crash

The motor would die and then accelerate suddenly, sometimes making a cranking noise. The service report stated that there no problem. In addition, when the vehicle was parked and wanted to change from parking to drive, it would be stuck, making it difficult to change the transmission, usually producing a loud cranking noise as if the transmission was to explode. Eventually, in february 2005 the motor broke down and both the motor and transmission had to be replaced. The dealer (bayamon ford) replaced the motor in march 2005 and when the transmission was received it was replaced in april 2005. The dealer had requested the new parts directly to the ford motor co. And stayed with the parts replaced. The motor and transmission had full three year guarantee since they were new. The vehicle started experiencing again the dying and acceleration approximately one year after. The vehicle was left at the dealer, mentioned above on june 2006 for filter and oil change, they found that the motor was leaking oil and they took down the motor and transmission to repair the leak. After the service the check engine light turned on prior to the july fourth weekend. They informed us to bring the car on july 5. On july 4, 2006 the car suddenly accelerated beyond control and crashed. Total loss. The air bags never came out and the car stayed engine accelerated.

Filed Jan 2, 2002 · Electrical · GA

3 months ago, I brought our van to the local dealer because the check engine light was on. They said the problem was a faulty spark-plug wire, which they replaced and reset the computer, for $130.00. A month later, the van started having engine problems, so I had another garage diagnose the problem, and they said there was a head gasket problem, and possibly a cracked head. I took the van to a top mechanic, who removed the heads and had them inspected. Results were that they were both cracked. We never ran the van hot, and kept the van in good running service. We rarely went out of town, so the van was used about 20-25 miles a day. My mechanic says the engine was run hot, and he feels all ford aerostars have an inherent problem of running too hot, over time, due to the air/fuel mix during combustion. Our van is the 5th aerostar they've replaced heads on in the past 2 months. We're out $1400.00 for this repair.

Filed Apr 25, 2001 · Engine · CO

When it rains/unable to open door lock from passenger side; unexplained stall check/engine light came on/started with no problem

Filed Dec 21, 1999 · Airbags · MO

The air bag light flashes continously although the air bag does not deploy. The check engine light will also flash intermittently.

Filed Jul 12, 1999 · Electrical · TN

Received recall notice 99v029000 in mail & contacted dealer. Had repairs done. Had to take vehicle back at least 5 times. Mechanic had unhooked wires due to check engine light kept coming on. Started having other electrical problems after ignition switch was repaired (head lamp, dashboard, dome light & windows).

Filed Jun 22, 1999 · Electrical · NC

Consumer took vehicle to dealership for recall # 99-v-029-000---upon repairs, consumer has since experienced a/b light --on-off, the cruise does not work, check engine, brake light goes on/off and also the ABS light, these problems did not exist until after vehicle was in for the recall-99-v-029-000.-------please add VIN.#

Filed Dec 14, 1998 · Electrical · TX · fire

When driving check engine light came on. Pulled over and smoke came from hood of engine, vehicle caught fire. Dealer contacted, and stated point of impact with fire and partial loss. Problem repeated one year later. Provide further information.

Filed Aug 14, 1998 · Engine, Lights · MO

While driving the check engine light comes on, the engine gets hot and the turn signal lights don't work. Dealer can't tell what the problem is with the vehicle.

Filed Oct 17, 1995 · Body, Brakes · AL

Exhuast fumes are leaking into the passenger compartment and cause the passengers to become sick. Tt the odometer malfunctions. Oil lights and engine light continue to come on because the vehicle burns 1-2 quarts of oil every week. Brakes stick and there was bricks rubbing kind of sound when the steering wheel turns. The horn failed. The weather stripping around the slide door keep coming off.