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Need Wiper Switch Or Blower Motor W/resister
ZX2 1998 ESCORT BUILT 10/97 . . .3FAFP1134WR165553 . . . . cant find wiper switch(F8CZ13K359DA) or b...
ZX2 1998 ESCORT BUILT 10/97 . . .3FAFP1134WR165553 . . . . cant find wiper switch(F8CZ13K359DA) or b...
(Posted by JONES62669 1 year ago)
Back Up Lightsnot Working
back up light not working all other lights are working
back up light not working all other lights are working
(Posted by sallylindsey00 2 years ago)
Stopped Turning Over Like A Dead Battery Sound.
Was going home and the tranny started to make a clunking sound or at least I thought it was coming f...
Was going home and the tranny started to make a clunking sound or at least I thought it was coming f...
(Posted by mrduffield1898 2 years ago)
Inoperable Horn
The horn on my 1998 Ford Escort does not work. When you depress the horn, all I get is a clicking so...
The horn on my 1998 Ford Escort does not work. When you depress the horn, all I get is a clicking so...
(Posted by Dgreeneyes90 9 years ago)
Serpiten Belt Comes Off When Raining.belt Tensioner And Belt Replaced 1 Yr.ago.
Belt tensioner blew apart Nov 2013 had belt and tensioner replaced at the garage.water pump is 1yr i...
Belt tensioner blew apart Nov 2013 had belt and tensioner replaced at the garage.water pump is 1yr i...
(Posted by r30barret 9 years ago)
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Popular 1998 Ford Escort Manual Pages
Owner's Manual - Page 6
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Owner's Manual - Page 7
... meet government emission standards. The Service Engine Soon indicator light illuminates when the ignition is off. The OBD II system also assists the service technician in properly servicing your vehicle continues to the ON
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7 This system is equipped with a computer that your vehicle. Instrumentation
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Owner's Manual - Page 8
... light illuminates Light turns on after the engine is started, one of the engine's emission control systems may be drivable and will usually be malfunctioning. After three driving cycles without a driveability concern being noted. Examples are: 1. Instrumentation
position to illuminate. The fuel cap may misfire or run out of a cold engine startup followed by filling the fuel tank...
Owner's Manual - Page 13
...ZX2 coupe instrument cluster gauges
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Owner's Manual - Page 14
... fuel tank (when the key is in motion. The ignition should be accurate. 14
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H When refueling the vehicle from empty indication, the amount of reserve fuel in the Maintenance and care chapter. If it enters the red section, the engine is running or hot. Never remove the coolant recovery cap while the engine is overheating...
Owner's Manual - Page 26
LOCK, locks the steering wheel, gearshift lever (automatic transaxle only) and allows key removal. ACCESSORY, allows the electrical accessories such as the engine starts. Release the key as soon as the radio to operate while the engine is in while turning to lock. 2. Rotate to the second position to turn on the headlamps. ON, all...
Owner's Manual - Page 33
... RES/RSM/RESUME to Hazard lights control in position. RSM
SET ACC
CST
TILT STEERING (IF EQUIPPED) Pull the tilt steering control down . Hold the control while adjusting the wheel to the desired position, then push the control back up or down to move the steering wheel up to a previously set speed • Press RES/RSM/RESUME...
Owner's Manual - Page 60
... System or its fuses. Children and air bags For additional important safety information, read all the way back.
60 Air bag can kill or injure a child in the front seat, move seat all information on the steering wheel or in this instruction may increase the risk of a collision. See your Ford or Lincoln-Mercury...
Owner's Manual - Page 88
...detected, the light will remain on and your vehicle and, providing there is sufficient space, will be serviced as soon as possible. The ABS will 88 The front wheels are prevented...an ABS equipped vehicle (on bottom) to retain full steering control of wheel lock up during hard braking. P ! Driving
vehicle has continuous vibration or shudder while braking, felt mainly in the instrument ...
Owner's Manual - Page 113
...speed. Charging System, BTN, Cooling Fan, Fuel Pump, OBD-II, ABS Fuses, Ignition Switch, Headlamps Hazard ABS Main Relay Constant Control Relay Module Data Link Connector (DLC), Instrument Cluster Engine Controls Headlamps Headlamps
113 Hold the steering wheel firmly and slowly move to a safe place on the side of the road. Roadside emergencies
Fuse/Fuse Link Fuse Amp Cartridge Rating Location...
Owner's Manual - Page 143
...MAX lines. However, it reaches the range between the MIN and MAX lines. Turn the engine off. 4. Check the fluid level in small amounts, continuously checking the level until it is... transmission fluid Follow the scheduled service intervals outlined in this range. 5. While the engine idles, turn the steering wheel left and right several times. 3. Do not add fluid if the level is ...
Owner's Manual - Page 155
The pressure in an overfilled tank may be under pressure. If you hear a hissing sound, wait until it to fuel spray and fire. Automotive fuels can damage the fuel system or cause it stops before completely removing the cap. If the fuel cap is venting vapor or if you do not use tire chains on dry roads...
Owner's Manual - Page 158
... experiencing starting, rough idle or hesitation problems try a different brand of your fuel tank if you are available. We recommend the use of gasolines that optimize the performance of fuel. Damage resulting from the use of fuel Avoid running out fuel because this situation may not be necessary to add any engine damage. Do not use gasolines...
Owner's Manual - Page 159
... least three to five fuel tank fill-ups, fill the fuel tank and record the current mileage reading. 4. Calculating fuel economy To accurately calculate your Service Engine Soon light may need to crank the engine several times before the system starts to pump fuel from the tank to the engine. Maintenance and care
affect on the Service Engine Soon light, refer to the...
Owner's Manual - Page 181
Capacities and specifications
Fluid Engine oil (includes filter change) Fuel tank capacity Power steering fluid Transmission fluid Ford Part Application Name Motorcraft 5W30 ZX2 Super Premium Motor Oil Sedan/wagon N/A Motorcraft MERCON ATF Motorcraft MERCON ATF Ultra-Clear Windshield Washer Concentrate All All Automatic transaxles Manual transaxles All Capacity 4.25L (4.5 quarts) 3.8L (4.0 quarts)...
Owner's Manual - Page 182
... ESP-M1C207-A ESE-M97B44-A
Constant velocity joints Engine coolant
Power steering reservoir ENGINE DATA
CV Joint Grease E43Z-19590-A (High Temp.) Ford Premium E2FZ-19549-AA Cooling System Fluid Motorcraft XT-2-QDX MERCON ATF
MERCON
Engine Cubic inches Horsepower Torque Required fuel grade Firing order Spark plug gap Ignition system 182
2.0L-2V engine 121 110 @ 5000 rpm 125 lb.
Owner's Manual - Page 190
... steering wheel ...33 Tires ...149,152 checking the pressure ...152 replacing ...153 rotating ...152 snow tires and chains ...154 treadwear ...150 Trailer towing ...100 tips ...102,122 Transaxle ...90 automatic operation ..94,95,96,97 manual operation ...90,91,92,93 Transmission ...143 fluid, checking and adding (automatic) ...143,145 Trip odometer ...15 Trunk...
Owner's Manual - Page 191
Filling station information
Recommended fuel Fuel tank capacity Engine oil Unleaded fuel only - 87 octane 48.5L (12.8 gallons) Use Motorcraft 5W30 Super Premium Motor Oil, Ford Specification WSS-M2C153-G Refer to Tire Pressure Decal on passenger's door panel Pull handle under the left side of the instrument panel Sedan/wagon-3.8L (4.0 quarts) ZX2-4.25L (4.5 quarts) Automatic transaxle-6.0L (6.3 ...
Scheduled Maintenance Guide 2nd Printing - Page 1
... Service Manager at the dealership. 3. General maintenance information
Vehicle Identification Number:
Owner name: Address: Phone: Selling dealer name: Address: Phone: Your satisfaction is our #1 goal. Box 2000 Oakville, Ontario L6J 5E4 1-800-565-3673 (FORD) Outside the US or Canada, contact: Ford Motor Company Worldwide Export Operations 1555 Fairlane Drive Allen Park, Michigan 48101...
Scheduled Maintenance Guide 2nd Printing - Page 25
WHEN YOU STOP FOR FUEL: u u u u Check the engine oil level. Check ...Owner maintenance checks
Owner maintenance checks Listed below are vehicle maintenance checks and inspections that should be brought to the attention of your dealer or qualified service technician for expert service advice as soon as possible. Service information and supporting specifications are provided in the steering wheel...
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