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Question posted by natemapsem on July 22nd, 2014

98 Escort Zx2 Check Coolant Light Wont Turn Off

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Owner's Manual - Page 7

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Owner's Manual - Page 8

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Owner's Manual - Page 10

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Owner's Manual - Page 11

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Owner's Manual - Page 13

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Owner's Manual - Page 83

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Owner's Manual - Page 189

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Scheduled Maintenance Guide 2nd Printing - Page 12

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Scheduled Maintenance Guide 2nd Printing - Page 14

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Scheduled Maintenance Guide 2nd Printing - Page 15

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Scheduled Maintenance Guide 2nd Printing - Page 25

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