1997 Ford Escort

1997 FORD ESCORT
85,700 MILES • 4 CYL • FWD • AUTOMATIC
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KGFORD
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why does my engine have a rattling/knocking noise when I am accerating?
Feb 8, 2009 at 9:34 AM
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BILLYMAC
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hi eng ping could be knock sensor.. timeing.. cheap gas. try an octane booster ,,good luck billymac
Feb 13, 2009 at 8:03 AM
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