1998 FORD ESCORT ABS

Coupe
The fuses are coded as follows:
Fuse/Relay
LocationFuse Amp
RatingDescription
DRL 10A Daytime Running Lamps
HAZARD 15A Hazard Flasher
ROOM 10A Engine Controls, RAP System,
Radio, Shift Lock, Courtesy
Lamps, Starting System, Warning
Chime, Instrument Cluster
ENGINE 15A Electronic Automatic Transaxle,
Ignition System, Constant Control
Relay Module (PCM Relay)
RADIO 5A Power Mirrors, Radio, RAP
System
DOOR LOCK 30A Power Door Locks
HORN 15A Horn, Shift Lock
AIR COND 15A A/C-Heater, ABS
(DRL) (DOOR LK)
STOP
HAZARD HORN
TAIL
ROOM(AIR COND) (SUN ROOF)
ENGINE METER(ASC)
RADIO
WIPER
–P. Window (C.B.)
(FOG) CIGAR
(AUDIO)
AIR BAGFUEL INJ
HEATER
–
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Fuse/Relay
LocationFuse Amp
RatingDescription
R.WIPER 10A Daytime Running Lamps, Liftgate
Wiper/Washer
HAZARD 15A Hazard Lamps
ROOM 10A Engine Controls, Remote
Anti-Theft Pesonality (RAP)
Module, Radio, Shift Lock,
Courtesy Lamps, Starting System,
Warning Chime
ENGINE 15A Air Bag, Engine Controls, TR
Sensor
MIRROR 5A Power Mirrors, Radio, Remote
Keyless Entry (RKE)
DOOR LOCK 30A Power Door Locks
HORN 15A Horn
AIR COND 15A A/C-Heater, ABS
R. WIPER (DOOR LK)
STOP
HAZARD HORN
TAIL
ROOM(AIR COND)
–
ENGINE METER(ASC)
MIRROR
WIPER
–P. Window (C.B.)
(FOG) CIGAR
(AUDIO)
AIR BAGFUEL INJ
HEATER
–
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Fuse/Fuse Link
Cartridge
LocationFuse Amp
RatingDescription
FUEL INJ. 30A* Air Bags, Constant Control Relay
Module (PCM Relay), Generator
DEFOG 30A* Rear Window Defrost
MAIN 100A* Overall Circuit Protection
BTN 40A* Hazard, Stop, Door Lock, Tail,
Room and Horn Fuses of the I/P
Fuse Panel
ABS 60A* ABS Main Relay
COOLING FAN 40A* Constant Control Relay Module
(Cooling Fan)
OBD-II 10A* Data Link Connector (DLC),
Instrument Cluster
FUEL PUMP 20A** Constant Control Relay Module
(Fuel Pump)
HEAD RH 10A** Headlamps
HEAD LH 10A** Headlamps
* Fuse Link Cartridge **Fuse
USE THE DESIGNATED FUSES ONLY
FUEL INJ
30A
DEFOG
30A
MAIN
100A
COOLING FAN
40A (ABS)
60A BTN
40A
HEADLAMP
RELAY
FUEL PUMP 20AOBD-II 10A
HEAD RH 10A HEAD LH 10A
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Sedan/Wagon
The high-current fuses are coded
as follows.
Fuse/Fuse Link
Cartridge
LocationFuse Amp
RatingDescription
FUEL INJ. 30A* Air Bags, Engine Controls,
Generator
DEFOG 30A* Rear Window Defrost
USE THE DESIGNATED FUSES ONLY
FUEL INJ
30A
DEFOG
30A
MAIN
100A
COOLING FAN
40A (ABS)
60A BTN
40A
HEADLAMP
RELAY
FUEL PUMP 30AOBD-II 10A
HEAD RH 10A HEAD LH 10A
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Fuse/Fuse Link
Cartridge
LocationFuse Amp
RatingDescription
MAIN 100A* Charging System, BTN, Cooling
Fan, Fuel Pump, OBD-II, ABS
Fuses, Ignition Switch, Headlamps
BTN 40A* Hazard
ABS 60A* ABS Main Relay
COOLING FAN 40A* Constant Control Relay Module
OBD-II 10A** Data Link Connector (DLC),
Instrument Cluster
FUEL PUMP 30A** Engine Controls
HEAD RH 10A** Headlamps
HEAD LH 10A** Headlamps
* Fuse Link Cartridge ** Fuse
Relays
Relays are located in the power
distribution box and should be
replaced by qualified technicians.
CHANGING THE TIRES
If you get a flat tire while driving,
do not apply the brake heavily.
Instead, gradually decrease your
speed. Hold the steering wheel
firmly and slowly move to a safe
place on the side of the road.
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Observe the following guidelines
when handling automotive fuel:
²Extinguish all smoking materials
and any open flames before
fueling your vehicle.
²Always turn off the vehicle
before fueling.
²Automotive fuels can be harmful
or fatal if swallowed. If fuel is
swallowed, call a physician
immediately, even if no
symptoms are immediately
apparent. The toxic effects of
fuel may not be visible for
hours.
²Fuels can also be harmful if
absorbed through the skin. If
fuel is splashed on the skin,
promptly remove contaminated
clothing and wash skin
thoroughly with soap and water.
²If fuel is splashed in the eyes,
remove contact lenses, flush
with water for 15 minutes and
seek medical attention.
²Be particularly careful if you are
taking ªAntabuseº or other
forms of disulfiram for the
treatment of alcoholism.
Breathing gasoline vapors or
skin contact could cause an
adverse reaction. Consult a
physician immediately.
Choosing the right fuel
Use only UNLEADED FUEL. The
use of leaded fuel is prohibited by
law and could damage your
vehicle.
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3. Remove the protective dust
shield from the housing by turning
the dust shield counterclockwise
(when viewed from the rear).
4. Disconnect the electrical
connector from the bulb by pulling
it straight out.
5. Remove the bulb retaining ring
by rotating it counterclockwise
(when viewed from the rear).
6. Remove the old bulb from its
socket by pulling it straight back
out of the socket. Do not turn the
bulb while removing it.
7. Replace the bulb by pushing a
new one straight in with the bulb's
plastic base facing upward. You
may need to turn the bulb slightly
to align the grooves in the plastic
base with the tabs in the bulb
socket.
8. Slip the bulb retaining ring over
the plastic base and lock the ring
by rotating it clockwise until it
snaps into place.
9. Reconnect the electrical
connector to the bulb.
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License plate lamps
To change the license plate bulbs:
1. Carefully remove screws and
pull the license plate lamp
assembly from the rear bumper.
2. Carefully pull the lamp lens
from the assembly.
3. Remove the bulb to be replaced
and install a new bulb.
4. Replace the lamp lens, assembly
and screws.
INTERIOR BULBS
Dome lamp
1. Remove the lamp lens by
applying pressure to both tabs at
the top of the lamp and pulling
lens downward.
2. Pull out the burned-out bulb
and install a new one.
3. Install the lamp lens by applying
pressure to both sides of the lamp
lens and popping the lamp lens up
on the assembly.
OFF DOOR ON
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