Ford Escort Rear Axle Question/Problem

2000 FORD ESCORT

4 CYL • 2WD • AUTOMATIC

WORICKS

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I am not a mechanic & have a question about my vehicle. It is a 2000 Ford Escort. I. looked at the other day & noticed something hanging off the rear axle--it is on both sides. Can anyone give me some info about what it is & whether it is safe to drive to a shop. A mechanic would be around 5 miles. Thanks for the help!!

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Apr 24, 2014 at 8:50 AM

HMAC300

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see pic ill point to what it looks like is broken

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Apr 24, 2014 at 9:37 AM

WORICKS

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Hello--thanks for the reply! I can't seem to identify the part from the illustration. I have attached another photo of the problem. Thanks!!

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Apr 24, 2014 at 2:39 PM

HMAC300

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the diagram I sent points to the stabilizer bar. your connectors are broken and need to be repaired any mechanic can do this.

Apr 24, 2014 at 3:52 PM

WORICKS

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Thanks! Would the car be safe to drive in town around 5 miles to the shop?

Apr 24, 2014 at 4:06 PM

HMAC300

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tie the bar up to the suspension so you don't bend it it doesn't have to be tight just not like it is now.

Apr 24, 2014 at 4:08 PM

WORICKS

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Thanks so much!!!

Apr 25, 2014 at 7:08 AM

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