You stop driving it and repair the problem that is causing it to run hot. A complete cooling system service is in order. Drain the coolant, replace the thermostat, replace the coolant, check the function of the water pump, the thermal switch for the cooling fans and the cooling fans themselves. Clean the exterior of the radiator and flush the radiator.
My 2000 ford Taurus was running & then cut off & won't start back up
change your oil and oil filter if this does not solve your problem ask again
Blown head gasket.
There isn't one, it runs on dual chains, one for each cylinder bank,
Bad temp. sensor? on most ford contour cars the cooling fan only runs when the motor reaches a certain temp. this model car also has a cooling fan relay switch,if the switch is bad the fan will not run.
Yea I did 234000 miles on it and it runs like new
On a 1995 Ford Contour SE, the fuel line runs along the underside of the vehicle, connecting the fuel tank to the engine. It typically follows the frame rail on the driver's side. To access it, you may need to lift the car and remove any protective covers or shields that might be in the way. Always ensure to relieve the fuel system pressure before working on the fuel lines for safety.
When there is a code in the computer the engine runs on a set of specs and is not variable. Get the 02 fixed.
The best fuel for a 2000 Ford Taurus is 93 octane. You should avoid buying gas made in South America, as it contains sulpher which would not only smell terrible when it runs, but will also clog the fuel filters.
The camshaft position sensor (cam sensor) on a 1997 Ford Contour monitors the position of the camshaft to help the engine control unit (ECU) determine the correct timing for fuel injection and ignition. This sensor plays a critical role in optimizing engine performance, efficiency, and emissions by ensuring that the engine runs smoothly. If the cam sensor fails, it can lead to poor engine performance, misfires, or difficulty starting the vehicle.
There is a possibility that mold has grown in the plenum, or in some of the ducting. I would recommend you take it to a shop that check for this and can clean out the entire system. Home remedies for this problem seldom work.
I have a Contour as such. I always did all the maintenance on my cars. The Ford Contour is a total engineering failure. Your problems are just getting started. This car is such a tough one to fix. The engine runs too hot, coil springs are always breaking, electronic bugs, and the transmission will slip around 180 000 km. Most cars I work on, I could replace the front struts in a few minutes. It's been ten hours on the Contour. This is not a Ferrari, it's not worth the effort. Just get yourself a nice, used Toyota. In the mean time, you can drive with your suspension as it is, for several months. if it took you ten hours you need to give up on the do it yourself approach I can do all 4 struts in about 2hours LOL