If this was my vehicle ,I would replace the control module which is attached to the side of the distributor. They are known for this problem. I hope this helps you. Mark
The first time the Ford Escort Mk2 was manufactured was actually not too long ago. This car was assembled and distributed in England in January of 1975.
It either has no compression, no fuel or no spark at the right time.
The timing is controlled by the computer and can't be adjusted.
On the pistons, in the block. If they are bad, it's time for an engine rebuild.
In addition to the previous person not knowing how to spell correctly, his procedure for timing the 1998 ford escort is incorrect. The 2.0 found in the escort and the escort ZX2 does not have a distributor. Instead it uses a coil pack. To time the 2.0 engine found in the escort it is a matter of lining up a timing mark on the cam pulley and setting the crank at top dead center (TDC). On the escort ZX2 the timing is set by locating TDC on the crank and aligning the slots on the end of the intake and exhaust cams.
Many Ford models were (and still are) quite popular, such as the Mustang, Escort, Crown Victoria, etc...
When the "service engine soon" light comes on inside your 2002 Ford Escort, it means that a sensor has told the engine that it is time for a scheduled service. This is generally timed at a certain number of miles or after a certain period of driving time.
The timing on the 1.9L escorts are controlled by the onboard computer and CANNOT be adjusted.
Pulling a transmission out of a 97 ford escort is a lengthy job. If I might suggest, get a repair manual with pictures from a parts dealer. They aren't expensive and will pay for themselves the very first time you use one.
yes but take out the battery first yes but take out the battery first yes but take the battery yes but take the battery
Anything is possible. How much money and time do you want to invest.
Belts wear out over time and chains will break from lack of lubrication.