Yes, but you'll have to be a strong person to turn the wheel.
why is my escort so light on the power steering
The 1995 Escort did not have power steering.
Power Steering Pump Reservoir.
Bad power steering pump
Ford escort has a power steering fluid capacity of one point. The manufacturer recommends that you never overfill the power steering fluid.
It probably needs power steering fluid added.
Everything runs clockwise. Belt is located under the tensioner.
It is not illegal to drive without power steering. Many people who drive very old cars do not have power steering.
According to the 1998 Ford Escort Owner Guide : ( Motorcraft MERCON automatic transmission fluid is used as the power steering fluid )
Power steering makes it easier to steer a car. This is particularly noticeable when parking a car, and if the power steering on a vehicle stops working it will be obvious as the vehicle will become very difficult to drive.
Yes, if you drive with the power steering empty of fluid and the motor locks up, it can actually rip the belt from the motor. You can damage belts and the steering motor if you drive with the power steering empty.
it is very dangerous to drive with a power steering leak. This is because steering can become almost impossible and you could have an accident.