20 Most Recent 1998 Ford Escort - Page 7 Questions & Answers

Try getting in touch with the factory. You are not the only person who has encountered this problem.

Any codes,could be cable,could be TPS sensor (RPM)

If you mean the fuel pump re-set button, Fords used to put them in the trunk area, maybe behind a trim or moulding piece. If it's not there, you may have to check with the dealer, or someone familiar with later Escorts. Good luck.

Does it crank normally? I think your ford has a fuel cut-off switch (just for collisions) around the trunk area, maybe under carpet, or near the wheel well area, along one side, maybe. just a pushbutton switch.That would turn the pump off.

hey there, well i have a 1998 zx2 2.0l zetec and my cut off switch is located in the trunk on the right, hope this helps you out cheer!!!

replace rear left globe and this will solve both problems cheers MAL

There is no user operated key to disable passenger airbag like on most newer cars, for what you are attempting just disconnect the battery! This should allow you to remove the dash without activating the airbag!

Cars not starting are usually ignition or fuel! Have you checked spark at plugs?

see if you have power to the coil pack.if your have power tothe coil and no power coming out . the coil is bad. check your fues

your code is 8947

5761 is code for M175778

Assuming your lights are bright and not got low voltage then the blinker unit is faluty. Cheap to replace.

hello,it may well be a dirty wheel speed sensor,or possibly the reluctor ring on the hub,take it to a local garage,and get it scanned,as it may turn out to be a small problem,and well worth putting right properly, hope this helps, cheers

hello,here's your code for your radio; 2 6 4 1 . hope this helps, if you are unsure about re-entering the digits back in,please re-post and i shall help, cheers.

hello,there can be many potential problems ,as to why your car engine stalls,you need to do a systematic check on all the relevant criteria, ie; fuel,spark plugs,air cleaner,ignition,breather system,tank ventilation{fuel tank} etc,there may be 'air leaks' causing the mixture to weaken,your valve/ignition timing may be out,the idle valve/or carb setting may be mal adjusted.hope this helps, cheers.

get a Haynes repair manual it has your timing marks you need

Water pump. First make sure you have enough coolant and the reservoir system isn't leaking(or any leaks). Fords are hard to get air out of the system. I always over fill Fords because of air. It will usually purge out in a couple days. only getting warm at idle and hot going down the road is a water pump or something is still clogged up. IE.. heater core.

Most hazards flash brake lights not the turn signals, double check your signal bulbs. Try to get it to flas fast and visually inspect which bulb isn't working. Then replace that bulb

I put around 40 foot pounds to them. They are lock nuts, they won't come loose or off.

sound like the radio died, rpelace it with aftermarket.