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Question posted by viserg on January 4th, 2014
Where To Check The Power Steering Fluid 1998 Escort
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Owner's Manual - Page 10
...is off . If one or both of the indicators stay on continuously or flash faster, check for a burned-out turn signal or the hazard lights are turned on .
High beams ... chapter. THEFT
10 Refer to be serviced. Illumination after releasing the parking brake indicates low brake fluid level. Anti-lock brake system (ABS) (If equipped) Momentarily illuminates when the ignition is turned...
Owner's Manual - Page 113
Hold the steering wheel firmly and slowly move to a safe place on the side of the road.
Charging System, BTN, Cooling Fan, Fuel Pump, OBD-II, ABS Fuses, ... OBD-II
40A* 60A* 40A* 10A**
FUEL PUMP 30A** HEAD RH 10A** HEAD LH 10A** * Fuse Link Cartridge ** Fuse Relays Relays are located in the power distribution box and should be replaced by qualified technicians.
Owner's Manual - Page 123
..., your "Warranty Guide" to find out which makes tracking routine service easy. Use only recommended fuels, lubricants, fluids and service parts conforming to provide the best performance in your vehicle. Maintenance and care
SERVICE RECOMMENDATIONS To help you...; When the engine is automatic and may come on a hot engine. Check your dealership can provide necessary parts and service.
Owner's Manual - Page 130
Windshield washer fluid reservoir
130 Maintenance and care
IDENTIFYING COMPONENTS IN THE ENGINE COMPARTMENT 2.0L SOHC engine
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1. Engine oil fill cap 7. Battery 5. Engine coolant reservoir 9. Power steering fluid reservoir 8. Transmission fluid dipstick (automatic transaxle only) 4. Brake fluid reservoir 3. Air filter assembly 6. Engine oil dipstick 2.
Owner's Manual - Page 131
Power steering fluid reservoir 7. Transmission fluid dipstick (automatic transaxle only) 2. Battery 3. Air filter assembly 4. Brake fluid reservoir
131 Engine oil fill cap 5. Windshield washer fluid reservoir 9. Engine coolant reservoir 8. Engine oil dipstick 6. Maintenance and care
2.0L DOHC Zetec engine
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Owner's Manual - Page 134
...engines by your warranty.
134 Use SAE 5W-30 motor oil certified for this chapter. 2. Check the engine oil. Recheck the oil level. Make sure the oil level is not covered by...normal range, add only certified engine oil of the preferred viscosity. If the fluid level is WSS-M2C153-G. Do not use a funnel to Checking the engine oil in the opening. 3.
Remove the filler cap and use ...
Owner's Manual - Page 136
...cause permanent damage to your brakes. MAX
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If you use a brake fluid that is toxic. This may cause the brakes to meet Ford specifications....reservoir.
• Visually inspect the fluid level. • If necessary, add brake fluid until the level reaches MAX. Maintenance and care
BRAKE FLUID Checking and adding brake fluid Brake fluid should be checked and refilled as needed at least once...
Owner's Manual - Page 137
WINDSHIELD WASHER FLUID Checking and adding washer fluid Check the washer fluid whenever you stop for the windshield washer fluid.
137 Do not put engine coolant in the brake fluid reservoir will rise slowly.
For more information on brake fluid maintenance, refer to fill the reservoir. In very cold weather, do not fill the reservoir all the way. During...
Owner's Manual - Page 139
... and water to bring the liquid level to see through the windshield. When the engine is running or hot.
139 Check the coolant level in the container for the windshield washer fluid. Automotive fluids are not interchangeable; If sprayed on the reservoir. Never remove the coolant recovery cap while the engine is cool...
Owner's Manual - Page 141
... (quart) of engine coolant per month. Follow your dealer check the engine cooling system for recycling and disposing of automotive fluids. Refer to the chart on the coolant container to add more...may harm engine and cooling system components. Coolant refill capacity To find out how much fluid your vehicle is 141 Severe winter climate If you have to ensure the coolant concentration...
Owner's Manual - Page 142
CHECKING AND ADDING POWER STEERING FLUID Check the power steering fluid at the temperature level in non-extreme climates. Never increase the engine coolant concentration above 60%. Leave a 50/50 mixture of engine coolant and water in your vehicle year-round in which you drive during winter months. If adding fluid is necessary, use only MERCON ATF power steering fluid. • Coupe
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Owner's Manual - Page 143
... engine idles, turn the steering wheel left and right several times. 3. Do not drive the vehicle if the fluid level is in this range. 5. It should be between the MIN and MAX lines. If the fluid is low, add fluid in the reservoir. Check the fluid level in small amounts, continuously checking the level until it is...
Owner's Manual - Page 181
... oil (includes filter change) Fuel tank capacity Power steering fluid Transmission fluid Ford Part Application Name Motorcraft 5W30 ZX2 Super Premium Motor Oil Sedan...) Fill to line in reservoir 3.9L (4.1 quarts) 3.35L (3.55 quarts) 2.2L (2.32 quarts)
Windshield washer fluid
LUBRICANT SPECIFICATIONS
Ford Part Name or Equivalent Brake master High cylinder Performance DOT 3 Motor Vehicle Brake...
Owner's Manual - Page 182
... 87 octane 1-3-4-2 1.22-1.32 mm (0.048-.052 inch) DIS Capacities and specifications
Fluid Lock cylinder Automatic transmission Manual transmission Engine oil Ford Part Name or Equivalent Penetrating lubricant... 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 ...
Owner's Manual - Page 189
... Moon roof ...35 Odometer ...15 Panic alarm feature, remote entry system ...42 Parking brake ...89 Parts (see Motorcraft parts) ...180 Power steering fluid, checking and adding ...142 Rear window wiper ...35 Refill capacities for fluids ...180 Relays ...106,113 Remote entry system ...39 illuminated entry ...44 locking/unlocking doors ...40,41 replacement/additional transmitters ...43...
Owner's Manual - Page 190
...Starting your vehicle ...80,81,84 Tachometer mechanical cluster ...16 Tilt steering wheel ...33 Tires ...149,152 checking the pressure ...152 replacing ...153 rotating ...152 snow tires and ... vehicle ...86 Warning chimes ...6 Windows power windows, operating ...37 Windshield washer fluid and wipers checking and adding fluid ...137 checking and replacing wiper blades ...148 operation ...34 Wrecker...
Owner's Manual - Page 191
...-5.0L (5.3 quarts) Fill to line on reservoir 3.9L (4.1 quarts) 3.35L (3.55 quarts)
Tire size and pressure Hood release Oil capacity (with filter change) Coolant capacity
Power steering fluid capacity Automatic transmission capacity Manual transmission capacity
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Scheduled Maintenance Guide 2nd Printing - Page 25
... the sound of the exhaust or any smell of the road. u If any increased steering effort or looseness in the operation of your transaxle occur, check the transaxle fluid level. WHEN YOU STOP FOR FUEL: u u u u Check the engine oil level. Check coolant level in the "Owner Guide". Any adverse conditions should be performed by warranties...
Scheduled Maintenance Guide 2nd Printing - Page 26
... AND FALL) u Check radiator, heater and air-conditioning hoses for worn tires and loose wheel lug nuts. u Check headlamp alignment. u Check for leaks or damage. u Inspect halfshaft dust boots. Clean the body water drain holes. Check the air conditioning system before the warm weather season. u Check windshield washer spray and wiper operation. Check the power steering fluid level.
Scheduled Maintenance Guide 2nd Printing - Page 27
Owner maintenance checks
u Check the brake fluid level. u Check the battery connections. If any of these conditions are noted, bring them to the attention of your dealer or qualified service technician as soon as possible.
27 u Lubricate the transaxle controls and linkage.
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