Engine dying on a 2002 Ford Escort ZX2

2002 FORD ESCORT
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KAT1209
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I have a 2002 Ford Escort ZX2, 5 speed, with approx. 42,000 miles, not sure of engine size. It started fine, then when it was shut down for about 5 mins or so, it would not restart. Had it jump started, let it run for about 5 mins or so, then when I went to turn the headlights on, the engine died and would not restart. What could be the cause of it?
Sep 16, 2007 at 1:40 AM
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BRUCE HUNT
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Yes the car will still run. Don't know if they are LED or bulb. But it will involve removing the cluster of instruments to access.
Jul 2, 2007 at 9:21 AM
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COSTADELBOY
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I Have had this problem on a ford escort but found if I touched the brake pedal it stopped the engine, I found one off the rear light units faulty, I only found out by somebody saying to me that when brake lights came on they also light indicators aswell although not at full power a bit like a short. As I had spare rear units in garage I change one at a time until I found affending] unit let me know the out come
Sep 16, 2007 at 2:26 AM
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