I was looking at one of Fords websites and it shows :
For a 1998 Ford Contour SVT , 2.5 litre V6 engine :
( the Motorcraft FL-820-S engine oil filter is used )
It is a 5/8
No, it does not.
2.0 4cyl stp s8316 fram ph8316 motocraft fl 400s 2.5 6 cyl stp s2 fram ph2 motorcraft fl 820 s
No, 1997 only fits 1997. Go to car-part.com.
On the side, about half way up. I believe a 3/8 rachet fits in it to unscrew.
6 in. X 8 in.
Walmart has a book that tells you which filter fits your Ford.
According to the 1998 Ford Expedition Owner Guide : For the 4.6 and 5.4 liter V8 engines : ( Motorcraft FL-820-S engine oil filter )
You need a special socket that can bought at Murray's or a similar auto parts. The wiring fits through it so you can get to the bolt. The socket cost about $8.
it fits a 96-99 ford taurus.
Fits ford 4.0 v6 engines
The st3600 oil filter fits the ford v-6 4.2 liter