speed sensor

FORD ESCORT
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SLIMJIM40
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i have a 1999 ford escort zx2
it has129000 thousand miles on it.
the engine size is a 2.1
i have a service engine light that keeps coming on and the engine jerks when i take off
i have had the speed sensor replaced twice and i still have the same problem the mechanic cant find the problem he said it maybe the transmision help...
Jul 8, 2007 at 4:47 AM
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JWALTH02
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Did you have that mechanic pull the codes for you? If not go to an autozone or checkers if available and have them pull them for free. Then let us know what they are.
Jul 8, 2007 at 6:16 AM
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SLIMJIM40
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yes they did a check and the code number was po715
Jul 8, 2007 at 9:58 AM
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MERLIN2021
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P0715 Turbine Shaft Speed Sensor Circuit
Might check wiring as well....
Jul 8, 2007 at 10:18 AM
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