Ford Festiva. Manual — part 92



Driven More Than 10 Miles Daily



No Operating Conditions From Severe Service Schedule

CAMSHAFT TIMING BELT

The condition of camshaft drive belts should always be checked on vehicles which have more than 50,000 miles. Although some
manufacturers do not recommend belt replacement at a specified mileage, others require it at 60,000-100,000 miles. A camshaft drive belt
failure may cause extensive damage to internal engine components on most engines, although some designs do not allow piston-to-valve
contact. These designs are often called "Free Wheeling".

Many manufacturers changed their maintenance and warranty schedules in the mid-1980's to reflect timing belt inspection and/or replacement
at 50,000-60,000 miles. Most service interval schedules in this manual reflect these changes.

Belts or components should be inspected and replaced if any of the following conditions exist:



Cracks Or Tears In Belt Surface



Missing, Damaged, Cracked Or Rounded Teeth



Oil Contamination



Damaged Or Faulty Tensioners



Incorrect Tension Adjustment

Replace camshaft timing belt every 60,000 miles.

COOLING SYSTEM

Replace engine coolant every 36 months or 30,000 miles. Check condition of hoses and clamps every 12 months or 15,000 miles, whichever
comes first. Replace hoses and clamps if necessary.

SERVICE POINT LOCATIONS

Fig. 2: Engine Service Point Locations (1988-89 1.3L 2V Carb.)

Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.

CAUTION:

Failure to replace a faulty camshaft timing belt may result in serious engine damage.

Fig. 3: Engine Service Point Locations (1989-93 1.3L EFI)

Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.

Fig. 4: Jacking & Hoisting Points

Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.

ALIGNING CAMSHAFT TIMING MARKS

NOTE:

For more information regarding vehicle lifting refer to the JACKING & HOISTING article in the WHEEL
ALIGNMENT section.

Fig. 5: Aligning Camshaft & Crankshaft Timing Marks (1.3L)

Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.

VALVE CLEARANCE ADJUSTMENT (1988-89 CARBURETOR ENGINES)

IDENTIFICATION LABEL LOCATIONS

NOTE:

For more information regarding camshaft timing belt service refer to the 1.3L 4-CYL - VINS [H,K] article
in the ENGINE MECHANICAL section.

NOTE:

For more information regarding valve clearance adjustments refer to the 1.3L 4-CYL - VINS [H,K] article
in the ENGINE MECHANICAL section.

Fig. 6: Identification Label Locations

Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.

SERVICE LABOR TIMES

WHEEL & TIRE SPECIFICATIONS

TIRE INFLATION

Tire inflation pressure is listed on a decal attached to right door pillar.

WHEEL TIGHTENING

Tighten wheel lug bolts to 65-87 ft. lbs. (88-118 N.m). If wheels are equipped with locking type lug nuts, ALWAYS position the "keyed" nut
opposite the valve stem.

BATTERY SPECIFICATIONS

All 1988-92 models use a BX-35 battery. The 1993 Festiva uses a 50D 20L standard battery.

CAUTIONS & WARNINGS

BATTERY WARNING

REPLACING BLOWN FUSES

NOTE:

For 1990 and newer vehicles, labor times are provided, where available, within appropriate SERVICE
INTERVAL table in SCHEDULED SERVICES article.

CAUTION:

When battery is disconnected, vehicles equipped with computers may lose memory data. When battery
power is restored, driveability problems may exist on some vehicles. These vehicles may require a
relearn procedure. See COMPUTER RELEARN PROCEDURES article in the GENERAL INFORMATION
section.

WARNING:

When battery is disconnected, vehicles equipped with computers may lose memory data. When battery
power is restored, driveability problems may exist on some vehicles. These vehicles may require a
relearn procedure. See COMPUTER RELEARN PROCEDURES article in GENERAL INFORMATION
section.

CAUTION:

Before replacing a blown fuse, remove ignition key, turn off all lights and accessories to avoid
damaging the electrical system. Be sure to use fuse with the correct indicated amperage rating. The use
of an incorrect amperage rating fuse may result in a dangerous electrical system overload.