1998 Ford Escort Support Question
1998 Ford Escort Support Question
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Question posted by nehemiascastro on November 1st, 2012
Engine
why does my car shake when im at a light or stop sign but when in park dosent shake????
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Owner's Manual - Page 6
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Owner's Manual - Page 7
...computer that your vehicle. This OBD II system protects the environment by ensuring that monitors the engine's emission control system. BRAKE
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Low fuel Illuminates when the fuel tank has ...The lamp will also illuminate when the ignition key is off. The Service Engine Soon indicator light illuminates when the ignition is commonly known as the On Board Diagnostics System (...
Owner's Manual - Page 8
... being noted. Temporary malfunctions may illuminate without these or any other temporary malfunctions present, the Service Engine Soon light should do if the Service Engine Soon light illuminates Light turns on after the engine is started, one of a cold engine startup followed by filling the fuel tank with good quality fuel and/or properly installing and securely...
Owner's Manual - Page 9
... you to the Seating and safety restraints chapter.
9 Air bag readiness Momentarily illuminates when the ignition is required. If the Service Engine Soon light remains on , have your catalytic converter. Under engine misfire conditions, excessive exhaust temperatures could damage your vehicle serviced at the first available opportunity. For more information, refer to fasten...
Owner's Manual - Page 10
Also illuminates when the parking brake is off . P !
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Brake system warning Momentarily illuminates when the ignition is turned ON and the engine is off . Anti-lock brake system ...the ABS needs to Exterior bulbs in the Controls and features chapter. If the light remains on and the engine is engaged. Refer to be serviced. BRAKE
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Anti-theft system (if ...
Owner's Manual - Page 11
... coolant reservoir is low and more information on adding engine coolant, refer to ON and the engine is off the engine immediately. Instrumentation
Charging system Momentarily illuminates when the ignition is turned ON and the engine is off . Refer to fasten your safety belts. 11 The light also illuminates when the battery is not charging...
Owner's Manual - Page 14
... of fuel that can be added will be less than the advertised capacity due to Engine coolant in the Maintenance and care chapter. Instrumentation
Fuel gauge Displays approximately how much fuel...needle remains within the normal area (the area between the "H" and "C"). Stop the vehicle, switch off the ignition and let the engine cool. Refer to the reserve fuel. When the gauge first indicates empty,...
Owner's Manual - Page 26
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Daytime running • the gearshift must be in P (Park) • the headlamp control is not running. 3. Release the key as soon as the radio to also turn on the headlamps. Key position when driving. 4. Warning lights illuminated. On vehicles with...
Owner's Manual - Page 83
... to the floor.
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Make sure the corresponding lights illuminate briefly.
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• Push the clutch pedal to illuminate, have the vehicle serviced. Turn the key to 3 (ON) without...
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Owner's Manual - Page 84
... a few seconds, apply the brake and release the parking brake. If the engine does not start the engine while holding the accelerator down. Release the accelerator when the engine starts. 4. They are strongly recommended if you live in two attempts OR if the temperature is fastened, the light ( ) will return to 3 (ON).
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Owner's Manual - Page 86
Starting
Important ventilating information If the engine is idling while the vehicle is stopped in fresh air. Adjust the heating or air conditioning (if equipped) to bring in an open the windows at least 2.5 cm (one inch). Improve vehicle ventilation by keeping all air inlet vents clear of time, open area for long periods of snow, leaves and other debris.
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Owner's Manual - Page 93
... gearshift into the neutral position and wait at a complete stop before you shift into R (Reverse). Turn engine off and remove the key.
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Do not park your vehicle is a special lockout feature which prevents you ...
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93 Failure to do so may move unexpectedly and injure someone. Use 1 (First) gear and set the parking brake fully. Driving
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Owner's Manual - Page 103
... lack of time in hot weather, place the gearshift in P (Park) and increase idle speed. This aids engine cooling and air conditioner efficiency. • Vehicles with trailers should be...stopped in traffic for long periods of regular, scheduled maintenance • excessive speed • rapid acceleration • extended idle
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• The trailer tongue weight should not be parked...
Owner's Manual - Page 104
...The hazard flashers can be operated when the ignition is off .
FUEL PUMP SHUT-OFF SWITCH If the engine cranks but does not start after a collision, the fuel pump shut-off switch by pushing in the...to the left to the ON position. Roadside emergencies
HAZARD FLASHER Use only in an emergency to stop the electric fuel pump when your vehicle has been involved in a substantial jolt. 1. The ...
Owner's Manual - Page 107
Roadside emergencies
Coupe The fuses are coded as follows:
P. Window (C.B.)
HEATER (DRL) HAZARD ROOM ENGINE RADIO (DOOR LK) HORN (AIR COND) METER WIPER STOP TAIL (SUN ROOF) (ASC)
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Fuse/Relay Location DRL HAZARD ROOM
Fuse Amp Rating 10A 15A 10A
Description Daytime ...
Owner's Manual - Page 108
... follows:
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Fuse/Relay Location METER Fuse Amp Rating 10A Description Backup Lamps, Engine Coolant Level Switch, Instrument Cluster, Rear Window Defrost, Shift Lock, Warning Chime, Turn Signal Switch Wiper/Washer, Blower Motor Relay Stop Lamps, Brake Pressure Switch Exterior Lamps, Instrument Illumination Power Moonroof Speed Control Power Windows Cigar...
Owner's Manual - Page 109
Roadside emergencies
P. WIPER HAZARD ROOM ENGINE MIRROR (DOOR LK) HORN (AIR COND) METER WIPER STOP TAIL
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Fuse/Relay Location R.WIPER HAZARD ROOM
Fuse Amp Rating 10A 15A 10A
Description Daytime Running Lamps, Liftgate Wiper/Washer Hazard Lamps Engine Controls, Remote Anti-Theft Pesonality (RAP) Module, Radio...
Owner's Manual - Page 110
... coded as follows.
110 Roadside emergencies
Fuse/Relay Location METER Fuse Amp Rating 10A Description Backup Lamps, Engine Controls, Instrument Cluster, Rear Window Defrost, Shift Lock, Warning Chime, Turn Signal Switch Wiper/Washer, Blower Relay Stop Lamps Exterior Lamps, Instrument Illumination Speed Control Cigar Lighter Joint Connector, Air Bag Diagnostic Monitor Fog...
Owner's Manual - Page 127
Block the wheels to prevent the vehicle from moving unexpectedly. Set the parking brake,
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Do not start your engine with the air cleaner removed and do not remove it while the engine is securely latched in P (Park). Maintenance and care
ensure the gearshift is running. • Manual transaxle: 1. P R N D D L
2.
Owner's Manual - Page 162
... ready the OBD-II system for at least 20 minutes driving in the Warning Lights and Chimes section of the on , reference the applicable light description in stop and go, city type traffic with the "check engine/service engine soon" light on. The engine must warm up to a "not ready for complete emission warranty information. Maintenance and...
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