Why does my Ford Escort run rough?

Answer by  Biser (14)

Without knowing the engine maintenance history it is really hard to say. More than likely it is in need of a good engine tune up.

Answer by  Steven (309)

It could be numerous reasons that are causing your Ford Escort to run rough. The most simple reason that could be causing a rough running would be the spark plugs have gone bad. If the spark plugs are good, move on to the coil packs that are near the plugs. Replace any bad coils.

Answer by  electroman (337)

Obviously, it's because it's a throw away Ford Escort, I believe it's time to throw it away & get a real car.

Answer by  Raf (146)

There are many reasons for an engine to run "rough". Your engine could need a tune up requiring a replacement of any of the following: spark plugs, ignition wires, distributor, ignition coil, or timing chain/belt. The fuel system may be dirty and requires a check for the injectors, fuel rail, and fuel line.

Answer by  monocogger (432)

A couple things that could cause it to run rough is a faulty or worn ignition system or plugged fuel injectors.

Answer by  Brandon55 (1719)

A vehicle running rough could be all sorts of problems from bad gas to bad injectors. If engine light is on take to a parts store and hook it up.

Answer by  Amber40 (24961)

Without knowing the engine maintenance history it is really hard to say. More than likely it is in need of a good engine tune up.

Answer by  Cash813 (68)

I owned a 1989 Ford Escort, and some of the causes of mine running rough was the vehicle was in need of new tires, which cause vibration while driving. Also it needed a tune-up. When it was not hitting on all 4 cylinders, it had a tendency to chug along.

Answer by  Latin4 (11170)

You could have water in your gas line. You need a tune-up. Your air filter and oil filter is clogged.