2001 Ford Escort Owner's Manual - Page 106

Using the clutch

Vehicles equipped with a manual transaxle have a starter interrupt

interlock that prevents cranking of the engine unless the clutch pedal is

depressed.

When starting a vehicle with a manual transaxle, you must:

1. Put the gearshift lever in the

neutral position.

2. Hold down the brake pedal.

3. Depress the clutch pedal.

4. Turn the ignition key to 4

(START), then let the engine idle

for a few seconds.

5. Release the brake pedal, then

slowly release the clutch pedal while

pressing down slowly on the

accelerator pedal.

Do not drive with your foot resting

on the clutch pedal and do not use

the clutch pedal to hold your vehicle

at a standstill while waiting on a hill. These actions will seriously reduce

clutch life.

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Driving

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Section	Page
Contents	1
Introduction	2
Instrumentation	6
Controls and features	17
Seating and safety restraints	65
Starting	93
Driving	98
Roadside emergencies	114
Maintenance and care	135
Capacities and specifications	189
Customer assistance	196
Reporting safety defects	208

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