[Sandfobs]

I know that this thread hasn't been replied on since October 1, 2008 but I need to reopen this thread as it is identifying my problem.

1997 Escort


Every now and then while driving my speedometer drops too zero and stops working and it feels like my transmission is slipping. It only last for a few min then drives fine.

Today it did it again however the car drove fine even with the speedometer not working. After a few min my check engine light came on then it started again it only seemed like 1st gear was working it’s wouldn’t up shift. I checked the code and it was for a speed sensor.

I cleared the code and it seems to be ok now. I am just wondering is it just the sensor that needs to be replaced or could it something else in the transmission.

The car has about 118k on it and it’s our second car so I don’t want to put a lot of money into it.

Any suggestions?

My Escort is a 93 escort LX 1.9 litre it's not every now and then while driving my speedometer drops too zero and stops working and it feels like my transmission is slipping in and out of gear and it's everytime I drive it now. This thread talks of a speed sensor and I'm guessing the speed sensor is one of the modules attached to the throttle assembly. I've replaced the entire throttle assembly with the modules and it continues to do the same thing. It's getting very cold out now and I am desperately trying to fix this problem before winter is officially here. Need help.

1993 escort wagon LX 1.9 was sitting for the summer only use it in winter, last fall it died it was the timing belt, did not begin work until a few weeks ago. Work completed. so far replaced timing belt followed the book installation regarding timing marks. Replaced tensioner bolt and tensioner while at it. Replaced battery with new battery clamps. New gas tank, resealed fuel pump (no leaks), replaced disk rotors and pads, muffler change, and replaced alternator.