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We have info for following modifications of 1997 Ford Contour
- 1997 Ford Contour GL 2.0 L4 GAS, CC:1989, CID:121, Fuel Injection, Aspiration:121, Engine VIN:, Desg:3
- 1997 Ford Contour GL 2.5 V6 GAS, CC:2450, CID:155, Fuel Injection, Aspiration:155, Engine VIN:, Desg:L
- 1997 Ford Contour GL 2.0 L4 BI-FUEL, CC:1989, CID:121, Fuel Injection, Aspiration:121, Engine VIN:, Desg:Z
- 1997 Ford Contour LX 2.0 L4 GAS, CC:1989, CID:121, Fuel Injection, Aspiration:121, Engine VIN:, Desg:3
- 1997 Ford Contour LX 2.5 V6 GAS, CC:2450, CID:155, Fuel Injection, Aspiration:155, Engine VIN:, Desg:L
- 1997 Ford Contour SE 2.5 V6 GAS, CC:2450, CID:155, Fuel Injection, Aspiration:155, Engine VIN:, Desg:L
- 1997 Ford Contour Sport 2.5 V6 GAS, CC:2450, CID:155, Fuel Injection, Aspiration:155, Engine VIN:, Desg:L
- 1997 Ford Contour 2.0 L4 GAS, CC:1989, CID:121, Fuel Injection, Aspiration:121, Engine VIN:, Desg:3
BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 1997 Ford Contour AUTOMOBILES
Includes anti-lock brakes, disc, drum, power and hydraulic brake services diagnostics and procedures for domestic and imported 1997 Ford Contour cars and light trucks from 1990+.
Power Brake Units -> Troubleshooting -> Bendix Diaphragm Types -> Bendix Hydro-Boost Type -> Brakes Grab -> Erratic Booster Operation, Binding, Grabbing Or Sticking -> Hard Pedal Or No Assist -> No Or Slow Release -> No Power Assist
Vehicle: 1997 Ford Contour GL 2.5 V6 GAS
On Vehicles Equipped With Anti-Lock Brakes Refer To "Anti-Lock Brakes".
Complaints about power brake operation should be handled as if two separate systems exist. Inspect for faults in the hydraulic system first. If it is satisfactory, start inspecting the power brake circuit. For a quick inspection of proper power unit operation, press the brake pedal firmly and then start the engine. The pedal should fall away slightly and less pressure should be needed to maintain the pedal in any position.
Another inspection begins with installation of a suitable pressure gauge in the brake hydr...
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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 1997 Ford Contour AUTOMOBILES
Includes anti-lock brakes, disc, drum, power and hydraulic brake services diagnostics and procedures for domestic and imported 1997 Ford Contour cars and light trucks from 1990+.
Drum Brakes -> Type 3 -> Precautions -> Safety Precautions
Vehicle: 1997 Ford Contour GL 2.0 L4 BI-FUEL
Safety Precautions
When working on or around brake assemblies, care must be taken to prevent breathing asbestos dust, as many manufacturers incorporate asbestos fibers in the production of brake linings. During routine service operations the amount of asbestos dust from brake lining wear is at a low level, due to a chemical breakdown during use. A few precautions will minimize exposure. Do not sand or grind brake linings unless suitable local exhaust ventilation equipment is used to prevent excessive asbestos exposure.
- Wear suitable respirator approved for asbestos dust use during all...
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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 1997 Ford Contour AUTOMOBILES
Includes anti-lock brakes, disc, drum, power and hydraulic brake services diagnostics and procedures for domestic and imported 1997 Ford Contour cars and light trucks from 1990+.
Anti-Lock Brakes -> Contour & Mystique -> Description -> ABS Control Module -> ABS Wheel Sensors -> Anti-Lock Brake System -> Brake Pressure Control Valve -> Component Locations -> Hydraulic Control Unit -> Master Cylinder -> System Components -> Traction Assist -> Vacuum Booster
Vehicle: 1997 Ford Contour GL 2.5 V6 GAS
Anti-Lock Brake System
The Anti-Lock System (ABS), Fig. , controls each brake separately. The brake pedal force required to engage the system may vary with road surface conditions. A dry surface will require a high force, while a slippery surface will require a much less force. During system operation, the driver will sense a slight brake pedal pulsation accompanied by a rise in brake pedal height and a clicking sound. The pedal effort and pedal feel during normal braking are similar to a conventional power brake system.
The Mecatronic I/II system is used on 1997 models equipped with ...
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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 1997 Ford Contour AUTOMOBILES
Includes anti-lock brakes, disc, drum, power and hydraulic brake services diagnostics and procedures for domestic and imported 1997 Ford Contour cars and light trucks from 1990+.
Drum Brakes -> Type 3 -> Tightening Specifications
Vehicle: 1997 Ford Contour LX 2.0 L4 GAS
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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 1997 Ford Contour AUTOMOBILES
Includes anti-lock brakes, disc, drum, power and hydraulic brake services diagnostics and procedures for domestic and imported 1997 Ford Contour cars and light trucks from 1990+.
Power Brake Units -> Troubleshooting -> Bendix Diaphragm Types -> Bendix Hydro-Boost Type -> Brakes Grab -> Erratic Booster Operation, Binding, Grabbing Or Sticking -> Hard Pedal Or No Assist -> No Or Slow Release -> No Power Assist
Vehicle: 1997 Ford Contour Sport 2.5 V6 GAS
On Vehicles Equipped With Anti-Lock Brakes Refer To "Anti-Lock Brakes".
Complaints about power brake operation should be handled as if two separate systems exist. Inspect for faults in the hydraulic system first. If it is satisfactory, start inspecting the power brake circuit. For a quick inspection of proper power unit operation, press the brake pedal firmly and then start the engine. The pedal should fall away slightly and less pressure should be needed to maintain the pedal in any position.
Another inspection begins with installation of a suitable pressure gauge in the brake hydr...
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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 1997 Ford Contour AUTOMOBILES
Includes anti-lock brakes, disc, drum, power and hydraulic brake services diagnostics and procedures for domestic and imported 1997 Ford Contour cars and light trucks from 1990+.
Disc Brakes -> Rear Disc Brakes & Parking Brakes -> Adjustments -> 1997-98 Continental & Mark VIII -> 1997-98 Mustang -> Contour & Mystique -> Cougar, Crown Victoria, Grand Marquis, Thunderbird, Town Car -> Escort, Tracer & ZX2 -> Parking Brake -> Probe -> Sable & Taurus
Vehicle: 1997 Ford Contour 2.0 L4 GAS
Parking Brake
Cougar, Crown Victoria, Grand Marquis, Thunderbird, Town Car
- Apply parking brake control fully with 100 lbs. foot pedal effort, then release brake control.
- Place transmission in Neutral, then raise and support vehicle.
- With parking brake control in Off position, grasp tensioner around housing. Using an hook tool place end into rounded end of clip between clip and housing. Unlock clip by pulling downward with tool and support tensioner.
- The tensioner spring will take up cable slack and preload cables, while holding tensioner, lock clip by pushing up on bottom of clip. If cli...
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