yes
automatic with 6cylinder motor
For a 1998 Ford Contour ( in North America ) Either the 2.0 L four cylinder or the 2.5 L , V6 engine
it is on the passenger side of the motor just look up towards the back of the motor.
No , it is NOT an interference engine ( according to Gates - they make timing belts etc. )
many things to determine... motor being the most relevant. Many of the parts from 4 cylinder motors are interchangable. As are, V6. But, there are differences if it is SVT or not
Throttel sensor is on the intake where the intake hose hooks to the intake, usually on the firewall side.
Yes
According to the 1998 Ford Contour Owner Guide ( 5W-30 ) With engine oil filter change : The 2.0 litre four cylinder takes ( 4.5 U.S. quarts of 5W-30 ) The 2.5 V6 ( 5.8 quarts )
No, while the same type of transmission, they are drilled differently, You can look for an appropriate transmission off of a Ford Contour, or Mercury Mystique, both of which shared the cougars drive train.
5 quarts with a filter change. 4 quarts without filter change.
According to the 1997 Ford Contour Owner Guide ( 5W-30 ) With engine oil filter change : The 2.0 liter four cylinder takes ( 4.5 U.S. quarts of 5W-30 ) The 2.5 liter V6 takes ( 5.5 quarts )
According to the 2000 Ford Contour Owner Guide ( 5W-30 ) With engine oil filter change : The 2.0 litre four cylinder engine takes ( 4.5 U.S. quarts of 5W-30 ) The 2.5 V6 ( 5.8 quarts )