1997 Ford Escort Base 4dr Sedan
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Front Wheel Drive, 4 Door Sedan, Compact
28 mpg city / 37 mpg hwy
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28 mpg city / 37 mpg hwy
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June 30, 2009, 2:38 pm
Question: Ford Escort Wagon - Open hatchback from inside
The hatchback door latch broke today and I can't open the door from the outside and I need a way to open it from the inside or outside so I can try to repair it.The door is unlocked. The latch is loose and floppy.
July 2, 2009, 10:01 pm
MartinR
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Check the inner door panel of the hatch most of the time there is a small opening or small panel you can remove to gain access to the latch.
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