Engine is knocking and smoking

1997 FORD ESCORT
189,979 MILES • 2.0L • 4 CYL • 2WD • MANUAL
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MAE MB MARR
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My engine is knocking and smoking.
Feb 19, 2021 at 4:33 PM
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I would start by checking the oil level. this guide can help:

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/engine-noises


Please run down this guide and report back. Can you please shoot a quick video with your phone so we can hear the noise? that would be great. You can upload it here with your response.

Feb 21, 2021 at 1:49 AM
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