It can be either automatic or manual depending on whether or not an optional Automatic transmissiion was installed.
I have 97 Escort LX with 2.0 engine and auto transmission; Theowners manual calls for MERCUR type ATF
What is the engine size? ............auto or manual?
5 w 30 - according to the 1998 Ford Escort owners manual
There Automatic takes 2.5 quarts and the manual takes 2 7/8 quarts. Use only Mercon.
The Vin code is J. The LX has a color coded trim panel on the outside and the reglar escort has a black trim panel. The LX has automatic seat belts and has power mirrors on the sides. There really isn't much difference between the two.
forget to tell, the car as an automatic transmission
At Wal its the eVERSTART 35-3 or the Maxx 35N for the 96 escort lx wagon, mines the 1.9 4 speed automatic.
According to the 1997 Ford Escort owners manual ( 5W-30 ) certified for gasoline engines
According to a website I was looking at : For a 1998 Ford Escort , 2.0 liter four cylinder engine : ( 24 city / 34 highway , 5 speed manual ) ( 22 / 31 , automatic ) * miles per U.S. gallon
"How to set timing on 1991 ford escort lx 1.9?"
Ford Escort LX fuel tank is 12.7 gal. / 48 L
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