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It is directly under the tranny. you might have to jack it up to get to it but realistically you can reach with without a jack, it's just a bit of a pain. i think its around a 16-18 mm bolt? as soon as you open it the tranny fluid comes out fast so make sure you have something to catch it in.

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Q: Where is the transmission drain plug on your 1998 ford escort zx2?
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