Starting and charging systems

The engine electrical system includes all charging, starting and ignition system components and the engine oil pressure sensor.

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Ford Escort maintenance schedule
The maintenance intervals in this manual are provided with the assumption that you, not the dealer, will be carrying out the work. These are the minimum maintenance intervals recommended by the man ...

Headlining - removal and refitting
Saloon, Hatchback and Estate models 1 On Saloons, remove the rear seat back. 2 Loosen the upper screws of all the pillar trim panels touching the headlining. 3 Prise off the covers and remove the ...

Engine valve clearance check (Every 12 000 miles (20 000 km) or 12 months)
SOHC engines 1 The valve clearances must be checked with the engine cold. On carburettor models remove the air cleaner. 2 Disconnect the HT leads from the spark plugs and release them from the cl ...