1998 Ford Escort Support Question
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Question posted by dawnrybar on September 15th, 2013
Check Coolant Level
The last time I started my Mom's 1998 Ford Escort to move it, it said "check coolant level" on the dashboard and sounded like it was going to blow up. My brother had to move it the other day and said it started right up. However, when he went to move it back in front of our house, it would not start. Where do I put the coolant? Would that be causing it not to start?
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Answer #1: Posted by TommyKervz on September 15th, 2013 7:13 AM
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Coolant level is probably not the reason. You otherwise add coolant into a plastic resevoir as directed on the video here
http://m.youtube.com/watch?v=TlNJDy_bZDE&desktop_uri=%2Fwatch%3Fv%3DTlNJDy_bZDE ;
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Owner's Manual - Page 6
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Owner's Manual - Page 7
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Owner's Manual - Page 11
...pressure Illuminates when the oil pressure falls below the normal range. Check coolant Illuminates when the coolant level in the Maintenance and care chapter. This lamp also illuminates when ...oil in the ON position and the liftgate is low and more information on adding engine coolant, refer to fasten your safety belts. 11 Instrumentation
Charging system Momentarily illuminates when the ...
Owner's Manual - Page 13
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Owner's Manual - Page 14
... gauge Indicates the temperature of the engine coolant, not the coolant level. When refueling the vehicle from empty indication, the amount of reserve fuel in motion. Never remove the coolant recovery cap while the engine is not at its proper level or mixture, the gauge indication will be in the Maintenance and care chapter. This...
Owner's Manual - Page 83
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Owner's Manual - Page 108
... 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 Lighter Air Bags Fog Lamps, Daytime Running Lamps (DRL) Premium Sound Amplifier, CD Changer...
Owner's Manual - Page 138
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Check the level of time, the engine coolant reservoir may eventually empty. Be sure to read and understand Precautions when servicing your vehicle in the reservoir at least once a month. If the engine coolant has not been checked for a long period of the coolant in this occurs, add engine coolant to the coolant reservoir. If this...
Owner's Manual - Page 139
... NOT ADD DIRECTLY TO THE RADIATOR. If sprayed on the reservoir. Add straight water only in the coolant recovery reservoir the next few times you should replace it difficult to see through the windshield. Check the coolant level in an emergency, but you drive the vehicle. Automotive fluids are not interchangeable; do not use engine...
Owner's Manual - Page 143
..., make sure the correct type is recommended that you check the transmission 143 However, it reaches the range between the MIN and MAX lines. While the engine idles, turn the steering wheel left and right several times. 3. Do not add fluid if the level is below the hole at the bottom of the NORMAL...
Owner's Manual - Page 189
...positions of the ignition ...26 Instrument panel lighting up panel and interior ...17 Jump-starting your vehicle ...118,120 attaching cables ...119 disconnecting cables ...120 Keys key in ...bag ...9 anti-lock brakes (ABS) ...10 anti-theft ...10 brake ...10 charging system ...11 check coolant ...11 liftgate ajar ...11 low fuel ...7 oil pressure ...11 safety belt ...9 service engine soon ...7,8...
Scheduled Maintenance Guide 2nd Printing - Page 5
u Rotate tires and adjust air pressure. check coolant strength every 24,000 km (15,000 miles) or 12 months. u Rotate tires and adjust air pressure. DEALER AUTHORIZATION Date: Mileage: 24,000 KILOMETERS (15,...
Scheduled Maintenance Guide 2nd Printing - Page 6
check coolant strength every 24,000 km (15,000 miles) or 12 months. DEALER AUTHORIZATION Date: Mileage: 48,000 KILOMETERS (30,000 MILES) u Change engine oil and ...
Scheduled Maintenance Guide 2nd Printing - Page 7
... MILES) u Change engine oil and replace oil filter. DEALER AUTHORIZATION Date: Mileage: 80,000 KILOMETERS (50,000 MILES) u Change engine oil and replace oil filter. check coolant strength every 24,000 km (15,000 miles) or 12 months. u Rotate tires and adjust air pressure. u Change engine...
Scheduled Maintenance Guide 2nd Printing - Page 8
.... Inspect engine cooling system, hoses, and clamps; u Inspect halfshaft dust boots. u Inspect exhaust heat shield(s). u Rotate tires and adjust air pressure. Inspect accessory drive belt(s). check coolant strength every 24,000 km (15,000 miles) or 12 months. u Inspect steering operation and linkage. u Replace the PCV valve.(1) u Inspect brake lines, hoses and...
Scheduled Maintenance Guide 2nd Printing - Page 9
... filter. u Rotate tires and adjust air pressure. DEALER AUTHORIZATION Date: Mileage: 9 u Change engine coolant every 48,000 km (30,000 miles) or 36 months. DEALER AUTHORIZATION Date: Mileage: 128,000...Date: Mileage: 120,000 KILOMETERS (75,000 MILES) u Change engine oil and replace oil filter. check coolant strength every 24,000 km (15,000 miles) or 12 months. u Rotate tires and adjust ...
Scheduled Maintenance Guide 2nd Printing - Page 10
...) u Change engine oil and replace oil filter. u Inspect steering operation and linkage. u Rotate tires and adjust air pressure. u Rotate tires and adjust air pressure. 10 check coolant strength every 24,000 km (15,000 miles) or 12 months. u Replace air cleaner filter.
Scheduled Maintenance Guide 2nd Printing - Page 11
...) u Change engine oil and replace oil filter. u Rotate tires and adjust air pressure. DEALER AUTHORIZATION Date: Mileage:
11 check coolant strength every 24,000 km (15,000 miles) or 12 months. u Change engine coolant every 48,000 km (30,000 miles) or 36 months. Normal schedule
DEALER AUTHORIZATION Date: Mileage: 160,000 KILOMETERS...
Scheduled Maintenance Guide 2nd Printing - Page 25
... recovery bottle. Any adverse conditions should be brought to the attention of exhaust fumes in the steering wheel. Check coolant level in the "Owner Guide". WHILE OPERATING YOUR VEHICLE: u Note any changes in the sound of the exhaust or any smell of your dealer or qualified service technician for expert service advice as soon...
Scheduled Maintenance Guide 2nd Printing - Page 26
... of all outside key locks. u Check air pressure in the coolant recovery reservoir. Clean the body water drain holes. Check the air conditioning system before the warm weather season. and check coolant strength
26 check tires when cold, not after use is normal. u Check coolant level in the spare tire. u Check the lap-shoulder belts for leaks or damage. Lubricate...
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