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Ford Escort

The Escort was a compact car manufactured by the US-based carmaker Ford Motor Company from 1981 to 2003. This model was the company’s first front-wheel drive (FWD) car produced in North America.

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Why do your 4-way flashers come on when you use your turn signal on a 97 Ford Escort?

Could be a bad bulb or socket - try removing one bulb at a time to check Could be a bad switch in steering column Could be a bad flasher

Where is the windshield wiper relay on a 1993 ford escort?

The windshield wiper relay is under the dash on the drivers side of the passenger compartment.

How do you change spark plug wires on 1997 ford fiesta?

If you're talking Zetec 1.25 engine. take it to a Ford Dealer. These spark plug leads are designed to create captive income for Ford Dealers. If they're lucky, they'll also be able to charge you for replacement leads which you damage when you get so fed up and frustrated that you decide to just try to PULL them off. (NOT advised). The tool required does not appear to exist outside Ford Dealers. Halfords certainly does not have this tool, if it exists.

I wonder if the tool exists anywhere. Has anyone ever actually had new spark plugs (proven) fitted to their Zetec 1.25 engine by their garage without being also charged for new leads?

How hard is it to remove and replace the starter on a 1994 ford escort?

its really not that hard,just tight.first jack up the front of the car and put it on jackstands.there are three bolts and two wires,two bolts and the wires you can take off from under the car they are not that difficult,there is one bolt you take out from the top it is in a real tight spot but with a little patience you will get it out. i was very inexperienced at this and it took me about two hours to do this job.

Ignition control malfunction?

I don't see how anyone would be able to help you. Try giving detail on your problem.

What is the normal long term fuel trim at idle on a 1998 Ford Escort SE?

Normal is whatever the PCM sets LTFT. Factory reference is zero percent. If not zero then the PCM has set a STFT value as long term. STFT varies as to oxygen sensor voltage values and MAF/MAP. If the value exceeds a threshold then STFT becomes LTFT and is stored in the PCM. STFT is temporary and not stored. Add fuel are + percentages. Remove fuel are - percentages LTFT and STFT.

How do i fix a misfired cylinder on a 2003 ford escort?

A misfire can be caused by a number of items. Almost all of which are electrical. I would suggest starting with the basics.

1) Can you isolate it to one cylinder? If so replace that spark plug and wire

2) If not I'd start with the cap, rotor, and plugs on all cylinders

A useful diagnostic I've found valuable is to mix up a soapy solution in a spray bottle and in the evening with no lights on start the car and see if you see any sparks. Normal operation should produce none. However, if you're misfiring you may see them at night. Make sure the hood light is off and you have no light coming on the engine. It'll be obvious if its a large issue. If that produced no results then take the spray bottle and spray the wires while the engine is running. You'll see a little electrical show if there is a spark issue.

Good luck..

Beyond that you'll be getting into timing issues on this car/engine and possibly valve items. All of which are much more expensive.

How do you fix a flex plate on 1999 escort?

When it cracks out (most common failure) it has to be replaced. It's between the engine and the transmission which must come out to get to it.

How can you adjust the idle on a 1999 ford escort lx 5 speed?

You don't. It is computer controlled. There is a component called the IAC (Idle Air Control) that adjusts the idle depending on how much of a load the engine is under and other things that affect the idle. It can be cleaned or replaced if you are having idle problems.

Location-----It is located on top of the engine on the top of the throttle body. It looks like a little motor about the size of a spool of thread with some wires attached to it. You can take it off by taking the 2 screws out of the top. It takes an 8 mm wrench or socket. Spray it with some carburetor cleaner and let it dry. Then oil it with any kind of oil that you have.

How it works---When the engine is idleing the IAC lets extra air into the engine to compensate for whatever load is is under. Extra load could be the air conditioning or

the alternator being under a load.

Where can I get one?----You can get the IAC at most auto parts stores. They cost about $65 and most places can get you one overnight.

Fuel pump relay location on 1993 Ford Escort LX?

You can find your fuel pump relay behind your center console, passenger side. You may have to remove the tray to gain full access

How do you change the front wheel bearings on a 1995 Toyota Tercel?

Go to a book store and buy either a CHILTON or a HAYNES manual/repair book for your car's year, make, and model. AUTO ZONE HAS THEM.

These give you step by step illustrated instructions on 100's of repair procedures, ON YOUR CAR. It shows you in the proper order, with pictures, how to take it apart, and how to put it back together, properly.

Most of these books are about $15.00 USD, and are worth every penny.

The only problem here is they do not make an at home repair guide for any Toyota Tercel after 1994. Here is the kicker, every thing about the Tercel changed in 95 so finding info on the Tercel from later years is almost imposible unless you buy a shop owners manual for all Toyota compack models for like $250.

Cable to control the heat on a 1996 escort?

It is connected to a door in the lower part of the heating box. It is connected to a lever about even with the accelerator pedal on the tunnel housing under the HVAC controls. Check that the cable hasn't slipped out of the arm.

Where is the reset botton for a 96 Ford Escort Fuel cut off switch?

According to the 1996 Ford Escort Owner Guide :

The fuel pump shut off switch ( inertia switch ) is in the trunk , it is behind

the trim on the passenger side , there is a plug to remove to gain access to

the switch

Does 2002 Ford Escort have transmission filter?

Yes, it does. When one takes off the pan to drain the transmission of ATF the filter is just above the pan. Actually, it's not a filter, it's a screen to keep the big chunks of debris in the bottom of the pan from being sucked up into the pump. You usually get a pan gasket and a new filter when you buy a transmission ATF change kit. If you just want to replace the fluid and the pan gasket you don't really need to change the screen on the bottom. Just take it out, clean it and put it back in.

1997 ford escort rough idle when warmed up but ok if AC on full blast What is problem?

When the AC is on most vehicles increase the idle speed. That can often mask the problems that cause rough idle. The primary suspects are: EGR valve, tune-up, sticky or plugged injectors and valves.

How do you remove the bumper from a 1995 Ford Escort?

Removing the rear bumper is a relatively easy project. It's best to have two people, but you can probably get this project done with one person if you use extra care. I recently replaced the rear bumper of my 1995 Ford Escort LX Hatchback, but I think the bumper assembly is the same for 1991, 1992, 1993, 1994, 1995, 1996 Ford Escorts. First, there are six retaining nuts that will need to be removed, three on each side of the car. If you look under the car you will quickly see two of the retaining nuts behind the bumper on the passenger and driver side. Remove these two lower retaining nuts first, that way you will eliminate the chance of the bumper falling on you. This should be the only time you are directly under the car. On my hatchback I also had to remove the luggage compartment rear panel to gain access to the four remaining retaining nuts. Removing the interior rear panel was probably the most difficult task because I did not want to damage the cheap plastic plugs that hold the rear inside panel to the body of the car. After removing the panel, remove the four remaining retaining nuts located at the bottom of the rear interior luggage compartment. After removing all six retaining nuts the bumper should slide off the set bolts that are located on each side of the bumper. The set bolts keep the sides of the bumper flush with the car panel. When installing the bumper you will need to guide the new bumper on these set bolts to properly mount the bumper. If you are having difficulting taking off the bumper after you have removed the six retaining nuts, you may have to loosen (not remove) the set bolts. To loosen a set bolt you will need to remove the mud guards located just behind the wheels. When I was removing my bumper I only had to loosen one set bolt about one turn which was difficult enough because there is very little room to work in. The set bolt is located just behind the mud guard. You may need to use a flashlight to see it.

How do you replace cv joint on escort?

You can't replace the joint. You'll have to replace the whole half shaft. To remove them from the car just do this:

1. Remove the nut from the drive axle.

2. Raise the car and put it on jack stands.

3. Take the splash shield off.

4. Tap the end of the drive axle with a hammer and a punch to free it from the hub.

5. Take the ball joint off the steering knuckle.

6. Turn the steering wheel all the way towards the side you are taking the half shaft off from.

7. Pull the knuckle and hub out while you push the drive axle out of the hub.

8. Support the weight of the engine by placing a floor jack under the oil pan of the engine with a block of wood between the jack and the oil pan.

9. Remove the transaxle crossmember.

10. Place a pan under the transaxle to catch the fluid.

11. Pry the driveaxle out of the transmission.

12. If both of the axles are being removed put a section of a broom handle into the side gears to keep them from falling down into the transmission.

What are the timing marks for 1996 escort with 1.9?

both marks are at 12:00 very simple alignment. replace both belt tensioner and water pump, when replacing the belt, parts are $105.00 with tax at advanced auto parts. price date is 01/06/2012