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A/C & HEATER SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 1997 Ford Escort AUTOMOBILES

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Vehicle: 1997 Ford Escort 2.0 L4 GAS

Passenger Cars

Aspire
  • Disconnect battery ground cable.
  • Wait one minute for back-up power supply to deplete stored energy.
  • Remove restraint system diagnostic tool from driver's side air bag module electrical connector.
  • Connect driver's side air bag module electrical connector.
  • Install driver's side air bag module as outlined under "Component Service."
  • Remove restraint system diagnostic tool from passenger's side air bag module electrical connector.
  • Install passenger's side air bag module as outlined under "Component Service."
  • C...

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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 1997 Ford Escort AUTOMOBILES

Hydraulic Brake Systems -> Brake System Bleed -> System Priming -> Wheel Bleeding Sequence
Vehicle: 1997 Ford Escort 2.0 L4 GAS

Pressure bleeding is recommended for all hydraulic brake systems. Ensure all dirt and contaminants are removed from master cylinder area prior to removing reservoir cap.

To prevent air from the pressure tank getting into the lines, do not shake the tank while air is being added to the tank or after it has been pressurized. Set the tank in the required location, bring the air hose to the tank, and do not move it during the bleeding operation. The tank should be kept at least one-third full.

On vehicles equipped with disc brakes and master cylinders without proportioners or press...

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FUEL FILTER REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR 1997 Ford Escort AUTOMOBILES

Ford Motor Co. Passenger Cars -> Fuel Filter Scheduled Maintenance -> Escort, ZX2, LN7, Lynx & Tracer 1981-97 Except 1.8L GT & 1988-89 Tracer -> Normal Service -> Severe Service
Vehicle: 1997 Ford Escort LX 2.0 L4 GAS

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DRIVELINE, U-JOINT & CV AXLES REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR 1997 Ford Escort AUTOMOBILES

CV AXLE SHAFT, Replace
Vehicle: 1997 Ford Escort Sport 2.0 L4 GAS

  • Raise and support vehicle.
  • Remove wheel and splash shield.
  • Raise staked portion of halfshaft retaining nut
  • Remove retaining nut and discard.
  • Remove cotter pin from tie rod end and separate tie rod end from steering knuckle using a suitable tie rod remover tool.
  • Remove lower ball joint clamp bolt and pry down on lower control arm to separate ball joint from steering knuckle.
  • Pull outward on steering knuckle/brake assembly.
  • Carefully pull halfshaft from steering knuckle and position knuckle aside.
  • Support transaxle with a suitable jack stand.
  • Remove four transaxle mount to crossmemb...

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STARTER & ALTERNATOR REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR 1997 Ford Escort AUTOMOBILES

Alternator, Replace
Vehicle: 1997 Ford Escort Sport 2.0 L4 GAS

  • Disconnect battery ground cable.
  • Remove alternator drive belt.
  • Remove power steering hose bracket from alternator bracket.
  • Remove alternator mounting bolts, then position aside.
  • Disconnect alternator electrical connectors.
  • Remove battery positive nut and wash...

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MAINTENANCE LAMP RESET PROCEDURES FOR 1997 Ford Escort AUTOMOBILES

Ford Motor Co. Cars -> Check Fuel Cap Lamp ->
Vehicle: 1997 Ford Escort Sport 2.0 L4 GAS

The Check Fuel Cap Lamp will illuminate momentarily when the ignition switch is placed in the On position as a bulb check. If the lamp remains...

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RADIATOR & HOSE REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR 1997 Ford Escort AUTOMOBILES

Coolant Hose, Replace -> Lower -> Upper
Vehicle: 1997 Ford Escort 2.0 L4 GAS

Lower

  • Drain cooling system into a suitable container.
  • Raise and support vehicle.
  • Remove two lefthand splash shield bolts.
  • Reposition hose clamp from water pump inlet.
  • Remove radiator outlet hose from water pump inlet.
  • Reposition hose clamp from radiator.
  • Remove radiator outlet hose from radiator a...

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SERPENTINE BELT SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 1997 Ford Escort AUTOMOBILES

Serpentine Drive Belt, Replace
Vehicle: 1997 Ford Escort 2.0 L4 GAS

  • Rotate or lift the belt tensioner arm, using a suitable tool to relieve tension from dr...

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COMPONENT LOCATION DIAGRAMS FOR 1997 Ford Escort AUTOMOBILES

Component location diagrams for most 1997 Ford Escort cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from 1990+.

ZX-2 Body Diagram for 1997 Ford Escort LX 2.0 L4 GASZX-2 Body Diagram for 1997 Ford Escort LX 2.0 L4 GAS

Components on diagram:
  • Park Brake Switch
  • Rear Window Defrost Grid
  • Door Lock/Unlock Relay
  • ABS Control Module
  • Dome Lamp Assembly
    • Wagon Body Diagram for 1997 Ford Escort LX 2.0 L4 GASWagon Body Diagram for 1997 Ford Escort LX 2.0 L4 GAS

    Components on diagram:
  • License Lamp
  • Luggage Compartment Lamp
  • Liftgate Wiper Motor
  • Hi Mount Stop Lamp
  • Rear Window Defrost Grid

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    WIRING DIAGRAMS FOR 1997 Ford Escort AUTOMOBILES

    OEM drawn wiring diagrams for most 1997 Ford Escort cars and light trucks sold in the U.S.

    1997 Ford Escort 2.0 L4 GAS Wiring Diagram1997 Ford Escort 2.0 L4 GAS Wiring Diagram

    Components on diagram:
  • Turbine Speed Sensor (TSS)
  • Vehicle Speed Sensor (VSS)
  • Brake On/Off (BOO) Switch
  • Powertrain Control Module (PCM)
    • 1997 Ford Escort LX 2.0 L4 GAS Wiring Diagram1997 Ford Escort LX 2.0 L4 GAS Wiring Diagram

    Components on diagram:
  • Integrated Control Panel

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    TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETINS FOR 1997 Ford Escort AUTOMOBILES

    OEM TSB listings for most 1997 Ford Escort cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from 1985+.

    Document: RECALL - CERTAIN 1992-2003 MODEL YEAR CARS AND TRUCKS - FUSED JUMPER HARNESS REPLACEMENT FOR VEHICLES SERVICED WITH AN INCOMPATIBLE FUSED JUMPER HARNESS
    Vehicle: 1997 Ford Escort 2.0 L4 GAS

    Auto Systems:
  • Chassis Electrical, Wiring, Fuses & Breakers, Wipers, Motors
    • Document: RECALL - 1992-2004 MULTIPLE VEHICLE LINES - SPEED CONTROL SYSTEM MODIFICATION
    Vehicle: 1997 Ford Escort 2.0 L4 GAS

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    COMPONENT/PARTS SPECIFICATIONS FOR 1997 Ford Escort AUTOMOBILES

    BRAKE SPECIFICATIONS: Brake drum, rotor, caliper, and related specifications for most 1997 Ford Escort cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1970+.

    • Brake caliper mounting bolt torque
    • Brake drum runout, machining, & discard specs
    • Minimum brake lining thickness.
    • Brake rotor runout, parallelism, machining, discard, & finish specs

    A/C SYSTEM SPECIFICATIONS: Air conditioning refrigerant capacity and type as well as lubricant capacity for most 1997 Ford Escort cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1980+.

    • Refrigerant capacity & type, compressor oil viscosity, total system oil capacity & compressor clutch gap

    COOLING SYSTEM BLEED: Cooling system bleeder valve identification, bleeder type and bleed procedures for most domestic and imported cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1986+.

    PREVENTIVE MAINTENANCE: Preventive maintenance recommendations and required services for most domestic and imported cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1980+. Includes severe and routine service schedules

    QUICK-LUBE and ILLUSTRATIONS: Fluid recommendations, capacities, drain plug torques, tire data, and severe service recommended preventive maintenance schedules. Information covers most 1997 Ford Escort cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1980+. Engine and chassis service images.

    • Automatic transmission/transaxles capacities, lubricant recommendations
    • Differential/final drive capacities, lube recommendations, grades, & viscosities
    • Final drive fill & drain plug torques
    • Number of lubrication fittings & plugs
    • Power steering, brake, & clutch fluid recommendations
    • Manual transmission/transaxle capacities, lube recommendations, grades, & viscosities
    • Number of lubrication fittings & plugs
    • Power steering, brake, & clutch fluid recommendations
    • Engine oil capacities, API grade recommendations, SAE viscosity recommendations, drain plug torque
    • Severe service maintenance & interval recommendations
    • Tire sizes, wheel nut/bolt torque, pressures & rim sizes
    • Transfer case capacities, lube recommendations, grades, & viscosities

    TUNE-UP & DRIVEABILITY SPECIFICATIONS: Most tune-up specifications for most 1997 Ford Escort cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1980+

    • Airflow sensor electrical specifications
    • Tensioning specifications for systems with automatic tensioners
    • Barometric pressure sensor specs
    • Battery group number and cranking performance
    • Crankshaft & camshaft position sensor resistance
    • Engine compression pressures
    • Coolant temperature sensor specs
    • Computer advance.
    • Diesel fuel temperature sensor resistance.
    • Distributor advance specifications
    • Ignition pickup coil resistance
    • Exhaust gas recirculation temperature sensor resistance
    • Engine fastener torque values
    • Firing order diagrams
    • Fuel system pressures
    • Generator (alternator) specs
    • Intake air temperature sensor specs
    • Ignition coil specifications
    • Fuel injector resistance
    • Engine idle speeds
    • Knock sensor resistance
    • Manifold absolute pressure sensor specs
    • Mixture control solenoid resistance
    • Voltage regulator specs
    • Spark plug applications & gaps
    • Starter motor electrical specs.
    • Tensioning specifications for systems without automatic tensioners
    • Throttle body temperature sensor resistance
    • Ignition timing in degrees at rpm
    • Transmission oil temperature sensor resistance
    • Throttle position sensor specs
    • Vacuum sensor valve specs

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