Power Train Related Problems of the 1997 Ford Aerostar

Table 1 shows five common power train related problems of the 1997 Ford Aerostar. The number one most common problem is related to the automatic transmission column shift (two problems). The second most common problem is related to the axle shaft (two problems).

Table 1. Power Train related problems of Ford Aerostar


Recently reported Power Train problems of the 1997 Ford Aerostar

The Automatic Transmission Column Shift problem

Vehicle will not run properly due to the transfer case being defective. There is a loud noise when driving. Contacted dealer, and the dealer noted that vehicle was not included in the recall due to VIN.   Read details...

The Axle Shaft problem

Ford recommends incorrect adjustment of rear brakes, which causes overheating of drums and eventual failure of axle seals, axle bearings, and tire on the rim attached to the brake drum. Ford stipulates that brake shoes are to be touching drum when brakes are adjusted.   Read details...

The Automatic Transmission problem

Feels like and sounds like transmission trying to lock in two gears, almost stalls vehicle. Has a miss/buck/balk/jerk/jump or whatever,severity varies from very severe to barely perceptible. Occurs almost every time vehicle is driven in city.   Read details...


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