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I have a 1997 Ford Escort that is lacking power

I have a 1997 Ford Escort..lacking power when driving in low...foot to the floor and has no go...could it be a timing belt issue or could a throttle adjustment be needed?

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Hi Janabona To diagnose this problem I would need much more information from you. Firstly, has the problem gotton worse over a period of time or did the problem appear quickly - say after a particular fuel stop? Is the problem the same during cold, warm-up and normal engine temperture? Has the problem occurred immediately after a service or repair? With this additional information I'm confident that I can point you in the right direction in terms of the problem. Dave

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It sounds like you are desperately in need of a timing belt.

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