I have a 1986 Ford Escort that doesn't transfer power to the transmission when starting out. I can pump the gas and it will eventually drive OK. Any idea what could be wrong.

Asked by DirkAShaw Aug 29, 2015 at 05:41 PM about the 1986 Ford Escort 4 Dr L Hatchback

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