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A/C & HEATER SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 1996 Ford Escort AUTOMOBILES

Component Replacement & Adjustment -> Passenger Cars -> Water Pump, Replace -> 1.3L Engine -> 1.8L Engine -> 1.9L Engine -> 2.0L Engine -> 2.5L Engine -> 3.0L Engine -> 3.4L Engine -> 3.8L Engine -> 4.6L Engine -> Contour & Mystique -> DOHC -> Escort & Tracer -> Overhead Valve -> Probe
Vehicle: 1996 Ford Escort LX 1.9 L4 GAS

2.0L Engine
Contour & Mystique
  • Drain engine coolant into a suitable container, then raise and support vehicle.
  • Remove lower radiator hose from water pump, then lower vehicle.
  • Remove timing belt as outlined in MOTOR's Auto Repair Manual.
  • Remove water pump bolts, pump housing gasket and water pump from cylinder block, Fig. . Inspect water pump and hoses for wear or damage and replace components as required.
  • Reverse procedure to install, noting the following:
    • Clean water pump and cylinder block gasket sealing surfaces wi...

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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 1996 Ford Escort AUTOMOBILES

Disc Brakes -> Front Disc Brakes -> Caliper Service -> Aspire -> Assemble -> Caliper, Overhaul -> Caliper, Replace -> Capri -> Disassemble -> Escort & Tracer -> Except Aspire, Capri, Escort, Mustang Cobra, Probe & Tracer -> Inspection -> Installation -> Mustang Cobra -> Probe -> Removal
Vehicle: 1996 Ford Escort LX 1.9 L4 GAS

Caliper, Replace

On models with anti-lock brakes, the brake booster system must be depressurized before disconnecting any hydraulic lines or fittings. Depressurize the system by pumping the brake pedal a minimum of 25 times with the ignition in the Off position.

Except Aspire, Capri, Escort, Mustang Cobra, Probe & Tracer

Before removing calipers, mark lefthand and righthand calipers so they can be installed in the same position.

  • On Continental, Sable and Taurus, turn air suspension service switch Off, if equipped.
  • On all models, raise and support front of vehicle, then remove wheel a...

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FUEL FILTER REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR 1996 Ford Escort AUTOMOBILES

Ford Motor Co. Passenger Cars -> Fuel Pressure Relief -> 1991-96 Escort, 1996-98 Tracer & 1991-94 Capri
Vehicle: 1996 Ford Escort LX 1.9 L4 GAS

Do not smoke or allow an open flame of any type when working on or near any fuel system related components. The highly flammable vapor mixtures may ignite, resulting in serious personal injury.

Prior to disconnecting fuel lines, the fuel system pressure must be relieved to prevent accidental spray of fuel.

When installing the fuel filter, ensure the flow ar...

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DRIVELINE, U-JOINT & CV AXLES REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR 1996 Ford Escort AUTOMOBILES

CV AXLE SHAFT, Replace
Vehicle: 1996 Ford Escort GT 1.8 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 1996 Ford Escort AUTOMOBILES

Alternator, Replace
Vehicle: 1996 Ford Escort 1.9 L4 GAS

  • Disconnect battery ground cable.
  • Remove alternator drive belt.
  • Remove nut that secures wiring connector to alternator.
  • Disconnect snap in type wiring connectors from alternator.
  • On models equipped with air conditioning, remove air conditioning accumulator support clip from alternator bracket and position it aside.
  • On all models, remove a...

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MAINTENANCE LAMP RESET PROCEDURES FOR 1996 Ford Escort AUTOMOBILES

Ford Motor Co. Cars -> Traction Control System Warning Lamp ->
Vehicle: 1996 Ford Escort LX 1.9 L4 GAS

This lamp should light for a approximately 6-8 seconds when the ignition is turned On as a bulb check. If the warni...

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RADIATOR & HOSE REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR 1996 Ford Escort AUTOMOBILES

Heater Hose, Replace -> Inlet -> Outlet
Vehicle: 1996 Ford Escort GT 1.8 L4 GAS

Inlet

  • Drain cooling system into a suitable container.
  • Reposition heater hose inlet clamp at heater core.
  • Remove heater inlet hose from heater core.
  • Reposition heater core inlet hose clamp at intake manifold.
  • Remove hose from intake manifold.
  • Remove hose from vehicle.
  • Reverse procedure to install.

O...

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SERPENTINE BELT SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 1996 Ford Escort AUTOMOBILES

Serpentine Drive Belt, Replace
Vehicle: 1996 Ford Escort LX 1.9 L4 GAS

  • Insert a 3/8 inch drive ratchet or breaker bar onto tensioner.
  • Rotate or lift tensioner to relieve te...

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COMPONENT LOCATION DIAGRAMS FOR 1996 Ford Escort AUTOMOBILES

Component location diagrams for most 1996 Ford Escort cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from 1990+.

Body Components Diagram for 1996 Ford Escort  1.9 L4 GASBody Components Diagram for 1996 Ford Escort 1.9 L4 GAS

Components on diagram:
  • Park Brake Switch
  • Right Backup Lamp
  • Right Rear Speaker
  • Hi Mount Stop Lamp
  • Left Rear Speaker
  • Body Components Diagram for 1996 Ford Escort  1.9 L4 GASBody Components Diagram for 1996 Ford Escort 1.9 L4 GAS

    Components on diagram:
  • Right Backup Lamp
  • Left Front Door Speaker
  • Left Backup Lamp
  • Left Front Door Lock Switch
  • Hi Mount Stop Lamp
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    WIRING DIAGRAMS FOR 1996 Ford Escort AUTOMOBILES

    OEM drawn wiring diagrams for most 1996 Ford Escort cars and light trucks sold in the U.S.

    1996 Ford Escort  1.9 L4 GAS Wiring Diagram1996 Ford Escort 1.9 L4 GAS Wiring Diagram

    Components on diagram:
  • Electronic Radio/CD Player
  • 1996 Ford Escort GT 1.8 L4 GAS Wiring Diagram1996 Ford Escort GT 1.8 L4 GAS Wiring Diagram

    Components on diagram:
  • Park Lamp Relay
  • Instrument Cluster
  • Hi Beam Indicator
  • Multi-Function Switch
  • Fog Lamp Switch
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    TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETINS FOR 1996 Ford Escort AUTOMOBILES

    OEM TSB listings for most 1996 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: 1996 Ford Escort 1.9 L4 GAS

    Auto Systems:
  • Chassis Electrical, Wiring, Fuses & Breakers, Wipers, Motors
  • Document: RECALL - 1992-2004 MULTIPLE VEHICLE LINES - SPEED CONTROL SYSTEM MODIFICATION
    Vehicle: 1996 Ford Escort 1.9 L4 GAS

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    COMPONENT/PARTS SPECIFICATIONS FOR 1996 Ford Escort AUTOMOBILES

    BRAKE SPECIFICATIONS: Brake drum, rotor, caliper, and related specifications for most 1996 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 1996 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 1996 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 1996 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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