There is no switch which will keep it from shifting. Instead, the clutch is not releasing the power of the engine from the transmission. Bleed the clutch.
Yes, but it will cost more than the car is worth
It is known as a Ford G5M 5-speed manual transaxle. That is the only one, the SR series of Escort ZX2 used the same transaxle with a Centerline street/strip type clutch.
The automatic transaxle dipstick is between the battery and the engine , it is towards the rear ( the manual transaxle does not have a dipstick )
A manual transaxle requires 2.9 quarts of MERCON automatic transmission fluid. Fill at speedometer cable connection.
yes. the cluch position sensor prevents it from starting.
According to the 2001 Ford Escort Owner Guide : The engine cooling system capacity is : Automatic transaxle ( 6.0 liters / 6.3 U.S. quarts ) Manual transaxle ( 5.0 liters / 5.3 U.S. quarts ) * it came from the factory with a 50 / 50 mix of distilled water and antifreeze
its a shift light for a manual trans. means opimum rpm for shifting to higher gear
It depends on if it is a manual transaxle or an automatic transaxle. If it is a manual transaxle, you can use any SG-rated 5W30 motor oil. If it is an automatic transaxle, then you need DEXRON II Automatic Transmission Fluid.
There should be a fill plug somewhere on the side of the transaxle.
No.
There is no transaxle dipstick, only drain plugs.
The AUTOMATIC transmission ( transaxle ) dipstick is on the transaxle just to the left of the battery when looking from the front of the vehicle , the manual transaxle does not have a dipstick