Squeeky Encore. Any advice before I get ripped off!

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Wiill - 17 Sep 2006 12:26 GMT

Hi,

I have just bought a ten year old escort encore 1.3i 5d. It was low on
oil when we got it and started squeeking in the 1st three gears either in
mid to high revs or whenever it was made to work hard. Oil has made a
small improvement but the problem always returns after about 50 miles.

I have also noticed that during our first long journey the temperature is
almost out of the normal range on the hot side.

Randomly, the backlight for the dails doesn't work any more either along
with the right tail light (and its not the bulb) and the left fog light.
Spooky!

Thanks in advance if anyone can offer me any advice.

Will.

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Backyard Mechanic - 17 Sep 2006 13:41 GMT

> Hi,
>
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> has made a small improvement but the problem always returns after
> about 50 miles.

'squeaking' is pretty vague... You realize the engine oil only lubes
the engine, right? not the trans.

> I have also noticed that during our first long journey the temperature
> is almost out of the normal range on the hot side.

probable;
Coolant system neglected.. needs flushing, or possible new radiator.

> Randomly, the backlight for the dails doesn't work any more either
> along with the right tail light (and its not the bulb) and the left
> fog light. Spooky!

That's wiring.

Dont buy older cars unless you want to learn about car maint and
repair.

Get a HAynes book at the least.

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JohanB - 19 Sep 2006 04:58 GMT

"before I get ripped off"

I think its too late for that

> Hi,
>
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> Will.

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