the Transmission Fluid for a 1996 Ford Escort is type MA.
Department Of Transportation ( DOT ) 3
Probably through the transmission fluid level dipstick tube. Use a funnel, obviously. :)
DOT 3 brake fluid
On a ( 1996 ) Ford Escort the brake fluid reservoir is also the clutch fluid reservoir
If it is like the ( 1996 ) Ford Escort : The BRAKE FLUID RESERVOIR is also the CLUTCH FLUID RESERVOIR
Its hidden down next to the brake fluid resevoir
As long as it is DOT3 brake fluid you are fine.
Use mercron automatic tranmission fluid and do not overfill.
According to the 1998 Ford Escort Owner Guide : ( Motorcraft MERCON automatic transmission fluid is used as the power steering fluid )
Unless the cap on the reservoir says use Power Steering Fluid only use Mercon Automatic Transmission Fluid.
Motorcraft MERCON automatic transmission fluid in the automatic and manual transaxles according to the 1999 Ford Escort owners manual
Use a turkey baster to suck old fluid out, refill with new fluid.