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A/C & HEATER SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR Ford Contour AUTOMOBILES

Air Conditioner and Heater Service Includes module configuration procedures, general service, maintenance, automatic temperature control, compressor services, electric cooling fans, vacuum diagrams, specifications, and manual air conditioning and heater diagnostics and replacement procedures for domestic and imported Ford Contour cars and light trucks from 1990+

Component Replacement & Adjustment -> Passenger Cars -> Control Assembly, Replace -> Continental -> Contour & Mystique -> Cougar -> Crown Victoria, Grand Marquis & Town Car -> Escort & Tracer -> Focus -> LS -> Mark VIII -> Mustang -> Sable & Taurus
Vehicle: 1999 Ford Contour 2.0 L4 BI-FUEL

Continental
  • Remove both instrument panel shelf moldings, Fig. .
  • Remove finish panel cluster opening attaching screws, then the panel.
  • Remove four Torx screws from control head.
  • Pull control assembly away from instrument panel, then disconnect two harness connectors from rear.
  • Remove vacuum harness retaining nuts, then separate control panel from instrument panel.
  • Reverse procedure to install.
Contour & Mystique
  • Install radio remover tool No. T87P-19061-A, or equivalent, into radio face plate or compact disc player...

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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR Ford Contour AUTOMOBILES

Includes anti-lock brakes, disc, drum, power and hydraulic brake services diagnostics and procedures for domestic and imported Ford Contour cars and light trucks from 1990+.

Disc Brakes -> Rear Disc Brakes & Parking Brakes -> Brake Disc Service
Vehicle: 1998 Ford Contour GL 2.0 L4 BI-FUEL

Disc brake service is critical due to the close tolerances required in machining the brake disc to ensure proper brake operation.

Maintaining close control of the shape of the rubbing surfaces is necessary to prevent brake roughness. In addition, the surface finish must be non-directional and maintained at a micro-inch finish. This is necessary to avoid pulls and erratic performance and promote long lining life and equal lining wear of both the lefthand and righthand brakes.

Do not attempt to refinish the rubbing surfaces unless precision equipment,...

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FUEL FILTER REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR Ford Contour AUTOMOBILES

Fuel filter replacement procedures with corresponding images for most domestic and imported Ford Contour cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. for 1980+.

Ford Motor Co. Passenger Cars -> Fuel Shutoff Switch Location -> 1995-2000 Contour, Mystique & 1999-2000 Cougar
Vehicle: 1997 Ford Contour LX 2.0 L4 GAS

The switch is located u...

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DRIVELINE, U-JOINT & CV AXLES REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR Ford Contour AUTOMOBILES

Includes CV axle, universal joint, and driveline replacement, for domestic and imported Ford Contour cars and light trucks from 1990+.

CV AXLE SHAFT, Replace -> Intermediate -> Left -> Right
Vehicle: 1997 Ford Contour GL 2.5 V6 GAS

Left

  • Use an Allen key to stop piston rod from turning.
  • Loosen suspension strut nut five turns.
  • Loosen wheel hub retaining nut and wheel nuts.
  • Raise and support vehicle.
  • Remove wheel.
  • Remove wheel hub retaining nut.
  • On models with automatic transaxle, drain automatic transmission fluid.
  • On all models, remove splash shields.
  • Detach suspension.
  • Disconnect stabilizer link end from suspension strut.
  • Disconnect tie-rod end.
  • Disconnect lower suspension arm from wheel knuckle.
  • Disconnect wiring harness bracket from suspension strut.
  • To avoid damage to CV joints and boots, do not bend inner CV ...

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STARTER & ALTERNATOR REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR Ford Contour AUTOMOBILES

Includes starter and alternator replacement procedures for domestic and imported Ford Contour cars and light trucks from 1990+.

Alternator, Replace
Vehicle: 1998 Ford Contour GL 2.0 L4 GAS

  • Disconnect battery ground cable.
  • Disconnect engine air intake resonators.
  • Remove mass airflow sensor and air cleaner outlet tube assembly from throttle body and air cleaner assembly.
  • Disconnect wire harness attachments to alternator assembly, then raise and support vehicle.
  • Remove alternator drive belt from alternator pulley, then alternator mounting bracket bolts and alternator bracket.
  • Lower veh...

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CABIN AIR FILTER LOCATIONS & REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR Ford Contour AUTOMOBILES

Cabin air filter locations and replacement procedures with corresponding images for most domestic and imported Ford Contour cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. as equipped to the current model year.

Cabin Air Filter Service -> Ford Motor Co. -> 1995-97 Contour & Mystique
Vehicle: 1996 Ford Contour GL 2.5 V6 GAS

Under normal operating conditions the cabin air filter should be replaced every 15,000 miles. In dusty areas change the cabin air filter more often.

  • Position windshield wipers away from the cowl vent screen. Operate the windshield wipers until the blades are at the top of their arch, then place the ignition switch in the Off position.
  • Remove the plastic screw covers from the righthand cowl panel retaining screws.
  • Open the hood.
  • Remove the righthand cowl panel retaining screws, then the panel.
  • Disengage...

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MAINTENANCE LAMP RESET PROCEDURES FOR Ford Contour AUTOMOBILES

Maintenance lamp reset procedures with corresponding images for most domestic and imported Ford Contour cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from 1990+.

Ford Motor Co. Cars -> Check Engine Lamp/Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL)/Service Engine Soon Lamp -> 1998-2006 Models -> Keep Alive Memory (KAM) Reset & PCM Reset Less Electronic Tester -> PCM Reset Using Generic Scan Tool
Vehicle: 1998 Ford Contour LX 2.5 V6 GAS

This lamp should light when the ignition is turned On. After engine starts, the lamp should go off, unless a fault condition is detected by the EEC-V system. If the lamp remains On or starts to blink, a diagnostic trouble code is stored in the PCM. Following diagnosis and repair, the Check Engine/MIL lamp will automatically reset when stored diagnostic trouble codes are cleared from PCM memory. The PCM reset procedure allows the scan tool to command the PCM to clear all diagnostic trouble codes.

A temporary fault such as running out of fuel, poor quality or water in fuel or loos...

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RADIATOR & HOSE REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR Ford Contour AUTOMOBILES

Includes radiator, cooling and heater hose replacement procedures for domestic and imported Ford Contour cars and light trucks from 1990+

Coolant Hose, Replace -> Lower -> Upper
Vehicle: 1998 Ford Contour LX 2.0 L4 GAS

Lower

  • Drain cooling system into a suitable container.
  • Reposition hose clamp from lefthand cylinder head.
  • Remove radiator outlet hose from lefthand cylinder head.
  • Reposition hose clamp from radiator.
  • Remove radiator outlet hose from radiator and from vehicle.
  • Reverse pro...

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SERPENTINE BELT SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR Ford Contour AUTOMOBILES

Serpentine belt replacement procedures with corresponding images for most domestic and imported Ford Contour cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from 1990+.

Serpentine Drive Belt, Replace
Vehicle: 1995 Ford Contour GL 2.0 L4 GAS

Minor cracks in the V-grooved portion of the drive belt are considered normal and acceptable. If the drive belt has chunks missing from the ribs, the drive belt should be replaced.

Conditions requiring drive belt replacement are rib chunk out, severe glazing, frayed cords, etc. Replace any drive belt exhibiting one of these conditions.

  • Raise and support vehicle.
  • Loosen drive belt tensioner with 13mm...

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COMPONENT LOCATION DIAGRAMS FOR Ford Contour AUTOMOBILES

Component location diagrams for most Ford Contour cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from 1990+.

Junction Box Component Locations Diagram for 2000 Ford Contour  2.5 V6 GASJunction Box Component Locations Diagram for 2000 Ford Contour 2.5 V6 GAS

Components on diagram:
  • Rear Window Defrost Relay
  • Ignition Relay
  • Windshield Wiper Relay
  • Courtesy Lamp Relay
  • Heater Blower Relay
  • Engine Component Locations Diagram for 1995 Ford Contour GL 2.5 V6 GASEngine Component Locations Diagram for 1995 Ford Contour GL 2.5 V6 GAS

    Components on diagram:
  • Engine Compartment Fuse Box
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    WIRING DIAGRAMS FOR Ford Contour AUTOMOBILES

    OEM drawn wiring diagrams for most Ford Contour cars and light trucks sold in the U.S.

    1999 Ford Contour SVT 2.5 V6 GAS Wiring Diagram1999 Ford Contour SVT 2.5 V6 GAS Wiring Diagram

    Components on diagram:
  • Courtesy Lamp Relay
  • Central Timer Module
  • Illumination Dimmer
  • Interior Lamp, Front
  • Footwell Lamp, Right Front
  • 2000 Ford Contour  2.0 L4 GAS Wiring Diagram2000 Ford Contour 2.0 L4 GAS Wiring Diagram

    Components on diagram:
  • Throttle Position Sensor
  • Generator
  • Power Steering Pressure Switch
  • Oil Pressure Switch
  • Knock Sensor
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    TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETINS FOR Ford Contour AUTOMOBILES

    OEM TSB listings for most Ford Contour cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from 1985+.

    Document: STEERING PULL/DRIFT TO RIGHT - SVT VEHICLE ONLY
    Vehicle: 1998 Ford Contour SVT 2.5 V6 GAS

    Symptoms:
  • Pull, Grab
  • Auto Systems:
  • Steering, Suspension
  • Document: DOOR GLASS BELT LINE MOULDING COMES LOOSE
    Vehicle: 1997 Ford Contour 2.0 L4 GAS

    Auto Systems:
  • Glass, Doors, Hood, Decklid, Tailgate, Liftgate, Locks
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    COMPONENT/PARTS SPECIFICATIONS FOR Ford Contour AUTOMOBILES

    BRAKE SPECIFICATIONS: Brake drum, rotor, caliper, and related specifications for most Ford Contour cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1970+.

    • Brake caliper mounting bolt torque
    • Brake drum runout, machining, & discard specs
    • Minimum brake lining thickness.
    • Brake rotor runout, parallelism, machining, discard, & finish specs

    A/C SYSTEM SPECIFICATIONS: Air conditioning refrigerant capacity and type as well as lubricant capacity for most Ford Contour cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1980+.

    • Refrigerant capacity & type, compressor oil viscosity, total system oil capacity & compressor clutch gap

    COOLING SYSTEM BLEED: Cooling system bleeder valve identification, bleeder type and bleed procedures for most domestic and imported cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1986+.

    PREVENTIVE MAINTENANCE: Preventive maintenance recommendations and required services for most domestic and imported cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1980+. Includes severe and routine service schedules

    QUICK-LUBE and ILLUSTRATIONS: Fluid recommendations, capacities, drain plug torques, tire data, and severe service recommended preventive maintenance schedules. Information covers most Ford Contour cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1980+. Engine and chassis service images.

    • Automatic transmission/transaxles capacities, lubricant recommendations
    • Differential/final drive capacities, lube recommendations, grades, & viscosities
    • Final drive fill & drain plug torques
    • Number of lubrication fittings & plugs
    • Power steering, brake, & clutch fluid recommendations
    • Manual transmission/transaxle capacities, lube recommendations, grades, & viscosities
    • Number of lubrication fittings & plugs
    • Power steering, brake, & clutch fluid recommendations
    • Engine oil capacities, API grade recommendations, SAE viscosity recommendations, drain plug torque
    • Severe service maintenance & interval recommendations
    • Tire sizes, wheel nut/bolt torque, pressures & rim sizes
    • Transfer case capacities, lube recommendations, grades, & viscosities

    TUNE-UP & DRIVEABILITY SPECIFICATIONS: Most tune-up specifications for most Ford Contour cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1980+

    • Airflow sensor electrical specifications
    • Tensioning specifications for systems with automatic tensioners
    • Barometric pressure sensor specs
    • Battery group number and cranking performance
    • Crankshaft & camshaft position sensor resistance
    • Engine compression pressures
    • Coolant temperature sensor specs
    • Computer advance.
    • Diesel fuel temperature sensor resistance.
    • Distributor advance specifications
    • Ignition pickup coil resistance
    • Exhaust gas recirculation temperature sensor resistance
    • Engine fastener torque values
    • Firing order diagrams
    • Fuel system pressures
    • Generator (alternator) specs
    • Intake air temperature sensor specs
    • Ignition coil specifications
    • Fuel injector resistance
    • Engine idle speeds
    • Knock sensor resistance
    • Manifold absolute pressure sensor specs
    • Mixture control solenoid resistance
    • Voltage regulator specs
    • Spark plug applications & gaps
    • Starter motor electrical specs.
    • Tensioning specifications for systems without automatic tensioners
    • Throttle body temperature sensor resistance
    • Ignition timing in degrees at rpm
    • Transmission oil temperature sensor resistance
    • Throttle position sensor specs
    • Vacuum sensor valve specs

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