1998 Ford Escort Car Batteries

Get a Battery for Your Ford Escort

Don't let a failing battery slow you down. Shop replacement batteries for 1998 Ford Escorts today and schedule a quick installation at Firestone Complete Auto Care.

Battery Size & Replacement for 1998 Ford Escort

Researching battery replacements for your Ford Escort? Use this chart to find the right battery size and CCAs for your Ford Escort.

Battery Engine Warranty Cold Cranking Amps
58-2 L4/2.0L Replacement 24 months Performance months 550
BATTERIES

L4/2.0L

- Battery: 58-2

- Warranty: Replacement 24 months, Performance months

- Cold Cranking Amps: 550

Shopping for Ford Escort Car Batteries

Your Escort doesn't have an expiration date, but its battery does. The average car battery lasts three to five years. You want to replace your 1998 Ford Escort battery before it fails and leaves you stranded. Look out for symptoms of a faulty car battery. A sluggish engine start, an illuminated check engine light or battery signal, bloated battery case, corroded battery terminals, or faded headlights can all signal that your battery is on its last leg.

Plus, at Firestone Complete Auto Care, we’ll test your battery for free. With computerized testing we can see how much charge is left in your battery. Visit us for a complimentary battery check and, if necessary, a battery replacement to help keep your 1998 Ford Escort running! Car batteries are only one of our many strong suits. Our technicians are well-acquainted with Ford’s service specs for Escort battery cold cranking amps and reserve capacity. Get help figuring out the battery size that matches your vehicle, and schedule a weekday or weekend battery replacement service for your car.

Firestone Has DieHard Batteries for  Escorts

We only want what’s best for your Ford Escort, which is why we only carry top-of-the-line replacement parts and batteries. You need a reliable, durable and powerful battery in even some of the toughest conditions. DieHard batteries go above and beyond using state-of-the-art advancements to meet the growing power needs of new vehicles and their accessories. Don't call a DieHard battery ordinary. It's an extraordinary battery. Go with a DieHard battery for your Escort and have the peace of mind that your battery will perform when you need it. That’s why you should choose batteries from Firestone Complete Auto Care.

Caring for a New Ford Escort Battery

Did you recently have a new 1998 Ford Escort car battery installed? Congrats! Give your new car battery the best start with proper care. Give your new battery a hand by cutting back on unnecessary short trips, cleaning your battery posts, and avoiding radio and electronic component use when the engine is off.

Top Escort Car Battery Questions

Get answers to common car battery questions, from Firestone Complete Auto Care. If you have a Escort-specific battery question, visit your nearest store. Our technicians have the answers.

  • Why won’t my Escort battery hold a charge? A battery is in its final hour when it will no longer hold a charge. It may be getting old. Or, you may have a habit of leaving your car doors open and the dome lights on during the night. Stop by for a free battery test at your nearest Firestone Complete Auto Care to learn more about the state of your battery.
  • What do you do with my dead Escort battery? We recycle it, taking care of both your car and the Earth.
  •  How much do DieHard batteries cost for your Ford Escort? Ford Escort batteries can be affordable, especially when there's an available battery coupon. The best part is every DieHard battery comes with a free replacement warranty and extra coverage with DieHard Assurance.
  • How long can I expect my car battery to last? A car battery normally lasts three to five years, but this number can vary based on battery type, your driving habits, and battery maintenance.
  • What is the white, crusty substance accumulating on my Escort’s battery post? The white, flaky stuff that can build up around your Escort’s battery terminals is known as corrosion. Acid leaking from your vehicle’s battery post can have a chemical reaction with the air, leading to an accumulation of the white, powdery substance over time. Corrosion can affect the flow of electricity between your battery and the electrical system in your Escort, possibly causing issues with electrical performance and starting. If left unaddressed for long enough, it may even cause your battery to prematurely fail.
  • How do I clean a corroded Escort battery terminal? To help extend the life of your battery, you should routinely inspect and clean the terminals using a baking soda and water mix, wire brush, and rag. Be sure to disconnect the battery cables before cleaning and check your Escort owner’s manual for instructions on how to do so.
  • Where can I find a battery for my Escort? You can shop for Escort batteries at your local Firestone Complete Auto Care, and our expert technicians will even handle the installation. Don’t have time to visit our store? Our Firestone Direct mobile vans can come to you for battery installations! Learn more about our mobile battery services.