1998 Ford Escort Support Question
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Question posted by Anonymous-67705 on July 22nd, 2012
Car Will Not Start
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Owner's Manual - Page 1
... or part is not permitted without written authorization from Ford Motor Company. Contents
Before driving Introduction Instrumentation Controls and features Seating and safety restraints Starting and driving Starting Driving Roadside emergencies Servicing Maintenance and care Capacities and specifications Reporting safety defects Index 123 180 187 188 80 87 104 2 3 17 47
All...
Owner's Manual - Page 8
... 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 the engine's emission control systems may be malfunctioning. These temporary malfunctions can be drivable and will usually be corrected by mixed city/highway...
Owner's Manual - Page 26
ACCESSORY, allows the electrical accessories such as the engine starts. START, cranks the engine.
To activate: • the engine must not be in the OFF or Parking lamps position. 26
L On vehicles with a reduced output. LOCK, ...
Owner's Manual - Page 80
... park, idle, or drive your vehicle in the engine and exhaust system, creating the risk of radio noise. Extended idling at high engine speeds can start a fire.
80 The emission system heats up the engine compartment and exhaust system, which can produce very high temperatures in dry grass or other damage...
Owner's Manual - Page 81
... their safety belts. See Guarding against exhaust fumes in other enclosed areas. When the engine starts, the idle RPM runs faster to the Seating and safety restraints chapter. 2. Make sure ...idle revolutions per minute (RPM). If you smell exhaust fumes. Starting
Do not start the engine. If starting the vehicle: 1. Make sure all vehicle occupants have buckled their proper usage, refer ...
Owner's Manual - Page 82
Starting
• Make sure the parking brake is set.
• Make sure the gearshift is set.
82 P R N D D L
If starting a vehicle with a manual transaxle: • Make sure the parking brake is in P (Park).
Owner's Manual - Page 83
...; Push the clutch pedal to illuminate, have the vehicle serviced. Turn the key to 3 (ON) without turning the key to 4 (START).
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Owner's Manual - Page 84
... and allows the heater-defroster system to 3 (ON).
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2. If the engine does not start the engine while holding the accelerator down. Starting
• If the driver's safety belt is below . 84
L They are strongly recommended if you live in two attempts OR if the...
Owner's Manual - Page 85
...• the vehicle has been damaged in exhaust fumes. Starting
For best results, plug the heater in at least three hours before starting the vehicle. Take precautions to avoid its dangerous effects. These... hours will not harm the engine, so the heater can be plugged in the night before starting the vehicle. Using the heater for service • the sound of any kind inside your ...
Owner's Manual - Page 86
Adjust the heating or air conditioning (if equipped) to bring in an open area for long periods of snow, leaves and other debris.
86 Improve vehicle ventilation by keeping all air inlet vents clear of time, open the windows at least 2.5 cm (one inch). Starting
Important ventilating information If the engine is idling while the vehicle is stopped in fresh air.
Owner's Manual - Page 88
... vehicle should be activated immediately, thus allowing you to a non-ABS equipped vehicle (on top) during brake applications and compensating for about five seconds when starting the vehicle.
Owner's Manual - Page 90
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Using the clutch Vehicles equipped with a manual transaxle have a starter interrupt interlock that the gearshift is depressed. Put the gearshift in 1 (First) (manual transaxle).
When starting a vehicle with the parking brake on the end of the engine unless the clutch pedal is securely latched in P (Park) (automatic transaxle) or in the...
Owner's Manual - Page 91
Driving
2. Turn the ignition key to 4 (START), then let the engine idle for best fuel economy) 1-2 21 km/h (13 mph) 2-3 40 km/h (25 mph) 3-4 53 km/h (33 mph) 4-5 70 km/h (44 mph)
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Owner's Manual - Page 95
P R N D D L
N (Neutral) With the gearshift in the N (Neutral) position, the vehicle can be started and is free to a complete stop before shifting in and out of R (Reverse). Hold the brake pedal down while in R (Reverse), the vehicle will move backward. P R N D D L
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You should always come to roll. Driving
R (Reverse) With the gearshift in this position.
Owner's Manual - Page 102
... if you tow Do not drive faster than 88 km/h (55 mph) when towing a trailer. Refer to the Severe Duty Schedule in an area before starting on long, steep grades.
This will clear curbs and other obstacles. • Allow more frequent service intervals. When turning, make wider turns so the trailer...
Owner's Manual - Page 104
... a further check for a few seconds and return the key to the OFF position. 5. 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 button on the switch. 4. Turn the ignition switch to the ON position. The...
Owner's Manual - Page 106
... have blown. Check the appropriate fuses before replacing any electrical components. Always replace a fuse with a higher amperage rating can cause severe wire damage and could start a fire.
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Standard fuse amperage rating and color
Fuse rating 5 amp 7.5 amp 10 amp 15 amp 20 amp 20 amp fuse link 25 amp...
Owner's Manual - Page 107
... Location DRL HAZARD ROOM
Fuse Amp Rating 10A 15A 10A
Description Daytime Running Lamps Hazard Flasher Engine Controls, RAP System, Radio, Shift Lock, Courtesy Lamps, Starting System, Warning Chime, Instrument Cluster Electronic Automatic Transaxle, Ignition System, Constant Control Relay Module (PCM Relay) Power Mirrors, Radio, RAP System Power Door Locks Horn...
Owner's Manual - Page 109
... 10A 15A 10A
Description Daytime Running Lamps, Liftgate Wiper/Washer Hazard Lamps Engine Controls, Remote Anti-Theft Pesonality (RAP) Module, Radio, Shift Lock, Courtesy Lamps, Starting System, Warning Chime Air Bag, Engine Controls, TR Sensor Power Mirrors, Radio, Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) Power Door Locks Horn A/C-Heater, ABS
ENGINE MIRROR DOOR...
Customer Assistance Guide 1st Printing - Page 2
...The service is the only extended service program with the Ford name on it in your new car or light truck by purchasing a Ford Extended Service Plan (Ford ESP). To obtain information about ...roadside assistance
GETTING ROADSIDE ASSISTANCE To fully assist you should you have a flat tire • jump-start the battery if it becomes discharged • unlock the vehicle if you are locked out •...
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