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2001 FORD ESCORT
127,000 MILES • 4 CYL • FWD • AUTOMATIC
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EINSELE
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2001 Ford Escort ZX2, how do you remove the alternator? have tried everything too many things in the way. Any help would be greatly appreciated.
Aug 17, 2011 at 11:51 PM
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There is the directions doesn't look too hard to change.
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Aug 18, 2011 at 12:05 AM
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EINSELE
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We are struggling trying to get the belt off, can not get to it. any suggestions please.
Aug 18, 2011 at 12:14 AM
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So you cant get to the belt tensioner?If so put a block of wood on your floor jack head and put it under your oil pan to support the engine then remove your upper mount and jack the engine up.
Aug 18, 2011 at 12:22 AM
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