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60000 miles. do i need to change it now? what happens if the timeing belt breaks
Carsten
60000 miles. do i need to change it now? what happens if the timeing belt breaks?
I'd really appriciate any help.
1) Overfilling the transmission fluid can make the transmission misbehave. Can usually be detected by checking the fluid per the manual. If the fluid is bubbly, its probably overfilled.
2) Our Focus has a temperature sensor in the transmission that went intermittent on us, and produced symptoms similar to what you describe.
60000 miles. do i need to change it now? what happens if the timeing belt breaks? o please tell me!
Yes, I also seem to be having the same problem. My car is a 1991 Escort 4-door wagon, and automatic. It has a 1.8 liter engine. My car runs like a top when its moving, but when I come to a light or a stop sign the idle starts to die and about 10 to 20 seconds later it stalls. I usually put it in neutral and keep my foot on the gas to keep it from stalling at a light or sign. I have done just about everything I can think of. I also have totally re-done the throttle body, the idle air valve, oxygen sensor, cleaned out the intake manifold, checked all the fuel lines and emissions, spark plugs and wires. It's definatly not the fuel rail or anything to do with that. It's becoming very frustrating. So know your not alone. I am going to try one more thing and i'll let you know if it works or not, hopefully it works. E-mail me whenever you get this and i'll let you know if it was successful. seal6102@yahoo.com thanks!">
However, no damage is done with the 1.9 engine
The Mfg recommends change at 60K
Not uncommon to be able to to 80K, but don's count on it.
$260. Water pump should be done at the same time, your right there at this time.
Four things make it happen...1. Fuel, 2. Fire, 3. Compression, 4.Timing.
First I would check for spark on all 4 cylinders... don't get "bit"!!!!.. If you aren't sure how to safely check, ask me. I have a couple of ways that are pretty easy... Do you have a distributor on your year or is it solid state?
Second I would check the compression. I think Auto Zone "rents" (It's FREE with just a deposit) a compression tester. The results should be at least 100- 120 psi per cylinder and should not vary more that about 10-15 % from any one to the others. If you have more than 120 all the better. I just did a valve job on a 1.9 and it read 170. So guage accordingly.
Third, Spray some starting fluid (about 2-3 seconds) into the intake between the air filter and the engine. (the key is don't let the air filter block out the starting fluid).
If it starts now or at least tries to you probably have a fuel blockage. Fuel filter, bad fuel pump, plugged screen in the fuel tank... Or perhaps your gas guage is wrong and it is out of fuel... Yes, I had that happen to me!!! Boy did I feel silly I do allot of work on cars and that was really embarrassing. Silly as it sounds, it does happen.
Fourth, the timing is possibly off. Depending on the year and how many sensos your car may have it can be easy ti fix or very difficult to fix.
All the best let me know how it turns out.
Be sure and search the internet.
There are all kinds of sites that sell automotive replacement parts, and most of them will ship anywhere.
If you haven't checked the ignition coil, it might be something else to consider.
Coils that are failing tend to work better when cold, then fade out. :surprise:
That really is expensive just to see who is coming up behind you.
-Steven-
My 93 escort wagon could not pass the smog check because of the "check engine" light keeps on. Mechanic did computer test and found two problems: one is the EGR whatever and another is the mass air flow sensor. They replaced the EGR.. and fixed the code. However when they replaced the mass air flow sensor, the code was still there. They said that the wires and connection seem worked. They don't know why. They suggested to replace the computer on my car.
Any comments and suggestion? Very appreciative,
WILL TURN OVER BUT WILL NOT CRANK,SUSPECT FUEL PUMP BUT AM NOT SURE, WHERE IS PUM LOCATED AND HOW TO CHECK TOO SEE IF IT IS THE PROBLEM, IS IT HARD TO REPLACE BY YOURSELF???
IT IS AN AUTOMATIC 4 CYLENDAR.
THANKS FOR ANY HELP YOU CAN GIVE ME
HAMLIN2
Any suggestions?
I am very intrigued by how your problem worked out, as I am experiencing the SAME PROBLEM :mad: . What has worked for me so far (fingers crossed) is to wiggle the relays, thier corresponding wires, and the plastic piece that they go into. Sometimes I'll have to do this repeatedly (10 - 30 times) before it will work. Did you ever fix/diagnose your problem, and if so - what was it???
Thanks and take care,
greg
ps. it's maroon not pink, contrary to want my friends say.
There are lots of things that will set a code so to try and diagnose a problem without that piece of info wouldn't be wise.
sounds like something has frozen up with sitting. How is the shifter hooked up to the transmission? Cable?
Perhaps you've got some rust along there?
Gotta love the colours Ford picked. I've got a choice green colour 98 that ford no longer matches with touch up paint. does that indicate how long they expect their cars to last?
Paul
However, lately it has one annoying ``feature'': I often have trouble starting it. I turn the ignition key, all lights go on as expected but nothing else happens, i.e., no noise/action from the engine/starter. I repeat that and eventually, after a few minutes/attempt, the crank kicks in and the engine starts right away. The battery should be fine, i replaced it only about 8 months ago. I assume it is a problem related to colder temperature as it happens only on a cold engine, mostly in the morning and only since it got colder (below zero celsius?) outside. Any idea about why and what to do about it? thanks!
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thanks
thanks
I'm a proud owner of a '95 5-sp Escort Wagon. I can honestly say that it's been the most reliable car that I've ever owned. I was just wondering if anyone could provide a performance comparison between the 95 and earlier model Escorts vs. the 97-99 years. Does the increased HP and torque really make a difference?
Thanks