The PCM is located behind the right strut, down low in the firewall. PCM meaning Powertrain Control Module.
Behind the glove box
The heater switch on a 1996 Ford Contour is under the passenger side dash. It is located behind the glove box.
In a 1998 Ford Contour : In the Power Distribution Box ( which is " live " ) located in the engine compartment ( Relay " R8 " is the fuel pump relay )
On a 1998 Ford Contour : In the Power Distribution Box ( which is " live " ) located in the engine compartment ( Relay " R8 " is the electric fuel pump relay )
fuse box under hood, #R8
It is located in the main fuse box which is in the engine compartment.
The starter relay is located in the power disposition box that is found under the dash on the driver's side of the 1998 Ford Contour. This is not actually a switch, but a type of fuse.
The 2000 Ford Contour fuse box diagram can be obtained from most Ford dealerships. The fuse box diagram can also be found on the inside cover of the fuse box.
There are a few in the fuse box in the passenger compartment and then some more the Auxiliary fuse box in the engine comprtment area.
It is located in the air intake between the aircleaner box and the motor.
The cooling fan relay for a 1999 Contour should be in the fuse box under the hood. It is close to the battery, and the lid should show the location of the relay.
The PMC (brain box) is located under the passenger side dash board, in the upper corner. It has a aluminum casting around it.