1998 FORD ESCORT fuel pump

FUEL PUMP SHUT-OFF SWITCH
Refer to theRoadside
emergencieschapter for
instructions on how to operate the
fuel pump shut-off switch.
CARGO COVER (IF EQUIPPED)
Your vehicle may be equipped with
a cargo area shade that covers the
luggage compartment of your
vehicle.
To install the shade:
1. Fasten the cover into the
mounting brackets (make sure the
cover is right side up).
2. Pull the end of the shade toward
you and hook the sides into the
notches in the rear trim panels.
To prevent the possibility
of injuries, the fasteners
for the cargo area cover must be
properly attached to the
mounting clips on the rear trim
panels.
Do not place any objects
on the cargo area cover.
They may obstruct your vision or
strike occupants of the vehicle in
the case of a sudden stop or
collision.
REMOTE ENTRY SYSTEM
Your vehicle may have an all-door
remote entry system or a driver's
door only remote entry system.
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HAZARD FLASHER
Use only in an emergency to warn
traffic of vehicle breakdown,
approaching danger, etc. The
hazard flashers can be operated
when the ignition is off.
²Slide the hazard flasher control
to the right to activate the
hazard flashers simultaneously.
²Slide the control to the left to
turn the flashers off.
FUEL PUMP SHUT-OFF SWITCH
If the engine cranks but does not
start after a collision, the fuel
pump shut-off switch may have
been activated. The shut-off switch
is a device intended to stop the
electric fuel pump when your
vehicle has been involved in a
substantial jolt.
1. Turn the ignition switch to the
OFF position.
2. Check the fuel system for leaks.
3. If no fuel leak is apparent, reset
the fuel pump shut-off switch by
pushing in the button on the
switch.
4. Turn the ignition switch to the
ON position. Pause for a few
seconds and return the key to the
OFF position.
5. Make a further check for leaks
in the fuel system.
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If your vehicle is a coupe, the fuel
pump shut-off switch is located on
the right side of the trunk behind
the trunk liner.
If your vehicle is a sedan or wagon,
the fuel pump shut-off switch is
located in the driver's foot well,
behind the kick panel.
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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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affect on modern powertrain
components.
You may need to crank the engine
several times before the system
starts to pump fuel from the tank
to the engine. If you run out of
fuel, your Service Engine Soon
light may come on. For more
information on the Service Engine
Soon light, refer to the
Instrumentationchapter.
Calculating fuel economy
To accurately calculate your
vehicle's fuel economy:
1. Fill the tank completely and
record the initial odometer
reading.
2. Each time you fill the tank,
record the amount of fuel added
(in liters or gallons).
3. After at least three to five fuel
tank fill-ups, fill the fuel tank and
record the current mileage
reading.
4. Use one of the following
equations to calculate fuel
economy.
Liters used x 1004Total
kilometers traveled
Total miles traveled4Total
gallons used
Keep a record for at least one
month. This will provide an
accurate estimate of the vehicle's
fuel economy.
Maintenance and care
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Air bag supplemental restraint
system ..........................................58
and child safety seats ..............60
description ................................59
disposal ......................................63
indicator light ...........................62
passenger air bag .....................61
Air cleaner filter .......................148
Air conditioning
manual heating and air
conditioning system ............21,24
Anti-lock brake system (ABS)
description ................................88
Anti-theft system ........................44
arming the system ....................44
disarming a triggered system ..46
disarming an untriggered
system .......................................45
Battery .......................................145
Brake fluid
checking and adding ..............136
Brakes ..........................................87
anti-lock .....................................87
anti-lock brake system (ABS)
warning light .............................88
fluid, checking and adding ....136
Break-in period .............................2
Bulbs, replacing ........................163
specifications ..........................172
Cargo cover .................................39
Changing a tire .........................113
Child safety seats ........................66
Chime
headlamps on ............................12
Cleaning your vehicle ...............175
built-in child seat ...................179
engine compartment ..............176
fabric ........................................178
instrument panel ....................178
plastic parts ............................177
safety belts ..............................179
tail lamps .................................178washing ....................................175
waxing .....................................175
wheels ......................................176
Clutch
fluid ..........................................137
Defrost
rear window ..............................25
Emission control system ..........160
Engine
service points ...................130,131
Engine block heater ...................84
Engine coolant
checking and adding .......138,139
disposal ....................................141
refill capacities ........................141
Engine oil ...........................132,134
changing oil and oil filter .......135
checking and adding .......132,134
Exhaust fumes ............................85
Floor mats ...................................38
Foglamps .....................................28
Fuel
calculating fuel economy .......159
improving fuel economy ........103
octane rating ...........................157
quality ......................................158
running out of fuel .................158
safety information relating to
automotive fuels .....................155
Fuel gauge ...................................14
Fuel pump shut-off switch ..39,104
Fuses ..............106,107,108,110,112
Gauges, Mechanical ....................13
engine coolant temperature
gauge .........................................14
Hazard flashers .........................104
Headlamps ...................................26
daytime running lights .............26
flashing ......................................27
high beam .................................27
Heating ........................................18
Index
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