A check engine light in any vehicle is a warning that there is an issue with the motor. In a specific vehicle, as in a Ford Contour, it is best to check the manual or with a mechanic to identify the issue.
Easy, fix the problem that caused the light to come on in the first place.
Easiest way is to disconnect the negative battery cable for a couple minutes then reconnect. This will clear the error codes from the computer. If everything is okay, the CHECK ENGINE light will stay off.
Check engine light should have an Error code,ask mechanic to read it for you. then he will be able to expalin to you what is the reasona nd the solution for this.
Which engine? If this is a check engine light or emissions test failure be certain ex. gas & intake passages are clear. Bob
check harmonic balancer. check harmonic balancer.
Disconnect the positive battery cable. wait a few minutes then reconnect the cable. the light should go out, & the codes will be cleared.
I do not have a fan light so it can not be on your 'my1995 ford contour".
Where is the PCV valve located on a 4 cyl ford contour and will this if replaced will let my service engine light go off?
On a 2002 Ford Expedition : The " check engine " light is the " SERVICE ENGINE SOON " light just to the left of the fuel gauge
The check engine light is the light shaped like an engine, or the light that states Check Engine (Soon). If this light comes on, it is time to see what the issue is with the engine.
The Check Engine Light will come on whenever the OBD (On-Board Diagnostic) system senses any of a number of different problems with the engine operating parameters. If your car has this light on, take it to a good shop and have them read the codes that are stored by the car's computer. This will point them to the problem area.
1996 Ford Contour is sometime caused by a misfire on startup. The error will clear itself after 3 complet warm-up cycles not restarts.