Shifting issues

THERONVAREC84

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1998 FORD ESCORT
2.0L
4 CYL
2WD
MANUAL
120,000 MILES

I am having problems getting my five speed into mainly first, second, and fifth gears and sometimes even reverse. Can someone please give me an idea of what might need to be fixed and maybe how much also it will cost me?

Saturday, July 21st, 2018 AT 12:24 AM

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KEN L

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Yes, it sounds like the clutch disc is falling apart which means the clutch will need to be replaced. Here is a video that will give you an idea of what you are in for when doing the job:

https://youtu.be/6N6b5F2ChyE

Please let us know if you need anything else to get the problem fixed.

Cheers, Ken

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Sunday, July 22nd, 2018 AT 12:40 PM

THERONVAREC84

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Replaced the clutch already, it has to do with the linkage or cables I believe sir.

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Sunday, July 22nd, 2018 AT 12:42 PM

KEN L

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That could be as well. Here is the shift linkage diagrams to help you replace the shift rod which the bushings can wear to in.

Check out the diagrams (below). Let us know what happens and please upload pictures or videos of the problem.

Cheers, Ken

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