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Question: Where is the screen and do I have to drop the engine to get to it?

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Visitor, 1.9L 4 Cylinder, Woodstock, GA, October 03, 2010, 11:42

I had oil changed in WV and drove back to Northern Georgia. I thought I noticed it ticking after oil was changed but now I am sure of it!! Help me please, the car is all I have to get me around. I appreciate your time and advice. Lisa buffydawn83@yahoo.com

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    patrick mannion from Greg Solow's Engine Room, October 03, 2010, 14:48
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    The old VW Bealtles, and VW vans had a screen type filter right at the middle lower part of the radiator case. The 1991 Ford Escort has a spin on oil filter that is about 3 inches in diameter 4 to five inches long. You will see it from under the car.

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