Had same problem with 1998 Ford Contour gl. Replaced transmission range sensor and problem stopped.
bad linkage in shifting cable
All contour svt 's were 5 speed manual transmissions. No transmission dipstick.
It's a FORD Contour.
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My Contour didnt have a transmission filter. It was just one of those inline things that needed to be back flushed.
The Ford Contour was produced from the years 1995 to 2000. The front pump transmission seal in a 1998 Ford Contour is located very close to the camshaft.
Inside the transmission under the pan.
The transmission plug on a 1995 Ford Contour is located on the side of the pan. It allows for fluid to be quickly drained during maintenance.
it is located where the transmission is and is very easy to change. on a 2000 ford contour that is.
Motorcraft MERCON automatic transmission fluid is used in the automatic and the 5 speed manual transmission ( transaxle ) according to the 1998 Ford Contour Owner Guide
According to the 2000 Ford Contour Owner Guide : For the manual transaxle ( transmission ) ( 2.0 U.S. quarts of Motorcraft MERCON automatic transmission fluid )