Ford Escort Sticking

WAY2KOOL

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FORD ESCORT

I just bought a used 94 Ford Escort. It is and automatic but it sticks between 2nd and third, and runs the rpm high. Now if I start in Low and shift it into to Drive at just the right time it works fine.

I thought maybe it as a vaccum hose. But not sure now. I was told if you can shift it up to drive then it is the transmission. Do you have any ideas how I can fix it. I have to do it my self.

It also seem to have like a rubbing sound on the drive front side. Caliper, rotor and brakes pads look fine. Could it be the bearing.

I have to fix this my self. Husband got hurt on the job, or he would. I have fixed many different things on cars but bearing I have not.

Sure hope you can anwer these for me. With him being off work. Having a rough time and can't afford to take it in or have it get worse.

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Did you check the level of the oil in the transmission when the motor is hot & transmission is in park & running (oil should be pinkish- red)
If foamy & burned looking, oil, pan gasket & filter need to be changed Not a job for a average person with no pit or hoist (just done mine recently)
Check to see if the dust shield (metal piece something like a paartial pie plate) to see if it is doing the rubbing as they eventially rot off

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Tuesday, January 10th, 2006 AT 1:43 PM

WAY2KOOL

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Thank you for replying. Transmission fluid is dirty looking. Clear when I stick my finger in it.

Will see if I can get those things change that you suggested.

Still not sure what you mean but dust Shield is that around the tired area rotor or caliper area?

Patty

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Tuesday, January 10th, 2006 AT 3:24 PM

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In behind the rotor, positioned vvertically, if it is rusted out you will be able to wiggle it easily compared to a new one which is quite rigid.
Replacement part about $20 US from dealer, remember theirs a left and a right if you order & one wont fit the other

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Wednesday, January 11th, 2006 AT 12:31 AM