Vehicle Maintenance Ford Escort 4

Location of units in the engine compartment
Location of units in the engine compartment of cars with a 1.4 L engine since 1986 (air filter removed) 1 – fuse and relay box; 2 – windshield wiper motor; 3 – dipstick...

Operating materials and fluids
Gasoline engine motor oil with viscosity SAE 10W/30, 20W/50 according to API SG/CD or CH/CD Cooling system antifreeze according to Ford specification SS-97B-9103-A Brake...

Maintenance intervals
To keep your car in excellent condition, it is necessary to perform its maintenance periodically. Maintenance can be performed either constantly or at certain intervals....

Primary and secondary maintenance activities
This chapter is intended to ensure that the vehicle is properly serviced, to help maintain the vehicle in good condition and to extend its service life. If the vehicle...

Oil and oil filter change (10,000 km/12 months)
Periodic oil and oil filter changes are the most important preventative maintenance procedure. As engine oil ages, it becomes thin and contaminated, leading to premature...

Checking the tightness of hoses and fluid leakage (10,000 km/12 months)
Cooling system leaks are usually detected by a white or rust-colored coating in the area adjacent to the leak. Fuel leaks are difficult to pinpoint until the leak is...

Checking idle speed and fuel mixture quality (10,000 km/12 months)
Before checking the idle speed and mixture quality, the following checks must be performed. 1. Check the ignition timing. 2. Check the condition and interelectrode gap...

Checking ignition system components (10,000 km/12 months)
1. Remove the distributor cap and clean it using a lint-free cloth. 2. Check the condition of the electrodes inside the cover. 3. If the electrodes are badly burnt or...

Lubrication of ignition distributor breaker contacts (10,000 km/12 months)
1. Remove the distributor cap and distributor rotor. 2. Apply a small amount of liquid lubricant to the top of the breaker contacts. 3. Wipe the distributor shaft and...

Adjusting the gap of the breaker contacts (10,000 km/12 months)
Bosch Ignition Distributor Components A – electrical connector; B – screw for fastening the contact group of the breaker Lucas Ignition Distributor Components A - moving...

Ignition timing with contact breaker (10,000 km/12 months)
Piston installation marks for cylinder 1 at TDC on OHV engine A – mark on the crankshaft pulley; B – indicator on the front cover Marks on the crankshaft pulley for...

Replacing spark plugs on RS Turbo engine (10,000 km/12 months)
Tools needed to remove the spark plug and adjust the gap Correct functioning of spark plugs is one of the most important conditions for efficient engine operation. It is...

Checking the front brake pads (10,000 km/12 months)
1. Insert a small mirror between the wheel and the caliper and check the thickness of the brake pad friction linings. 2. If the lining of even one brake pad is worn to...

Checking rear brake pads (10,000 km/12 months)
1. Raise the vehicle and secure it on stands. 2. Remove the plugs (arrow) from the inspection holes of the brake shield. 3. Using a portable lamp, shine light through...

Checking the front suspension and steering (10,000 km/12 months)
1. Raise the front of the vehicle and support it securely on stands. 2. Visually inspect the ball joint dust boots and rack and pinion steering gear boots for cracks,...

Shock absorber check (10,000 km/12 months)
1. Check the shock absorber for any signs of fluid leaks. If a leak is found, the shock absorber is damaged and needs to be replaced. Attention! Shock absorbers must be...

Checking the condition of seat belts (10,000 km/12 months)
1. Make sure that the belts are not twisted due to improper installation. 2. If the belts are twisted or stick when retracted, pull the belt out to its full length...

Alternator drive belt (10,000 km/12 months)
Location of generator mounting bolts A – generator adjusting bolt; B – bolt for fastening the generator adjusting bar to the engine; C and D – generator mounting bolts...

Valve clearance adjustment (20,000 km/12 months)
Adjusting valve clearances See. subsection 3.1.2.1 and subsection 3.2.3.1 taking into account the following additions. From the thermostat side, the valves on OHV...

Checking the gearbox oil level (20,000 km/12 months)
Location of oil filler plug and gear shift shaft retaining ring cover A – oil filler plug; B – gear shift shaft retaining ring cover Location of oil filler plug on late...

Replacement of breaker contacts (20,000 km/12 months)
1. Release the spring clips or unscrew the screws and remove the distributor cap. 2. Remove the distributor rotor from the shaft. 3. On the Bosch distributor, disconnect...

Checking the oil level in a manual transmission (20,000 km/12 months)
1. When checking the oil level in the automatic transmission, also check the condition of the oil. To make it easier to check the condition of the oil, compare the...

Checking the transmission fluid level in the automatic transmission (20,000 km/12 months)
Caution! The fluid level in the gearbox must be checked when the engine and gearbox are warmed up to normal operating temperature. 1. Place the car on a level horizontal...

Checking the drive shaft protective cover (20,000 km/12 months)
1. Raise and secure the vehicle securely on stands. 2. Turn the steering wheel to the right or left until it stops and rotate the wheel. 3. Inspect the rubber CV joint...

Coolant replacement (40,000 km/24 months)
Draining the coolant Attention! Replace the coolant on a cold engine. Avoid getting coolant on painted surfaces of the body and clothing. Otherwise, wash the area where...

Replacing the air filter element (40,000 km/24 months)
Engines with carburetor and CFI injection system 1. Loosen the screws or bolts and remove the air filter cover (left - 1.3L CVH engine, right - 1.4L CVH engine). 2. If...

Replacement of the crankcase ventilation filter (40,000 km/24 months)
Engines with carburetor and CFI injection system The crankcase ventilation filter is located at the base of the air filter. 1. Disconnect the hoses and pull the filter...

Replacing the fuel filter on engines with a fuel injection system (40,000 km/24 months)
Location of inlet and outlet hoses and fuel filter mounting screw A – inlet hose; B – outlet hose; C – fastening screw Warning: Gasoline is extremely flammable and...

Replacing the timing belt on CVH engines (60,000 km/36 months)
1. Remove the ground wire from the battery. 2. Loosen the lower mounting bolts, unscrew the upper generator tension bolt, tilt the generator toward the engine and remove...

Checking the components of the CVH brake system (60,000 km/36 months)
1. Check the condition and thickness of the brake pads. 2. Check the condition of the brake lines and hoses. 3. By bending the brake hoses, check them for cracks or...

Brake fluid replacement (60,000 km/36 months)
The procedure for replacing brake fluid is similar to the procedure for bleeding the brakes (see subsection 12.6 ) except that the brake fluid reservoir must be emptied...

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