I need to locate the vacuum pump/valve to check for leaks on my 2000 ford escort?

65,000 MILES
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SUEW1982
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My car is hissing very loudly and won't pick up speed past 3000 rpm. We have changed the spark plugs and leads. We also changed the air filter and used a carb spray.
I have identified that it may be a vacuum leak as we have tried all other options.
Please help. I can't afford to take it to a garage. Helpless female :)
May 19, 2012 at 7:53 AM
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KHLOW2008
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Is the MIL indicating and have you tried to retrive trouble codes?

Have you checked the fuel pressure?

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/engine-has-low-power-output

Check out the above link.
May 19, 2012 at 9:37 AM
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