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Originally Posted by mightymoose_22
I wasn't suggesting that you replace the sensor... there may be nothing wrong with it!
Use a multimeter and test the circuits. See if your coild is even getting power. Check the electrical connector on the coil and make sure it isn't damaged.
Verify your timing belt isn't broken before you start changing parts. If you can find another Escort, see if you can swap coils or crank sensors to verify the problem. There are lots of Escorts out there in the boneyards!
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I have to change it anyway, it broke while I was trying to unplug it. Does it just push in and stay in place with the o ring that is on it? There is a #30 torx screw behind the sensor, but it is really impossible to get to the screw while the sensor is in place.
The broken one pulled out with the screw and sensor adapter (for lack of a better word) in place.
I suppose I can take the oil cap off and crank the engine and if the cam rotates the timing belt is not broken.
The car was running, she parked it and then it would not start a couple of days later. No power at the plugs. Turns over fine.