Yes, it can, but it won't be running properly. Modern engines are tightly controlled by the computer that governs fuel flow. To do this, it senses a number of different things, and among them is the coolant temperature. If the temperature of the coolant is not being properly controlled by a thermostat, the computer will get readings that will cause it to deliver an incorrect fuel-air mixture to the engine, causing poor fuel mileage, excessive emissions, and poor overall operation. I strongly recommend that, if you are having cooling system problems, that you take your car to a good shop to have it diagnosed and properly repaired.
how do you change a thermostat for a 1997 Ford Contour
Look for a removable housing at the engine end of the upper radiator hose
How do you install a radiator in a 1998 ford contour?"
The keys on the 1998 Ford Contour are NOT chipped
It is not at the end of the upper radiator hose. Please don't follow the first person answer.
The battery is the main power supply of the 1998 Ford contour.
I have a 1998 Ford Contour with 6 cylinders 2.5L and they are 32 mm.
5W-30 ( according to the 1998 Ford Contour Owner Guide )
where is egr valve on 1998 ford contour
Yes, it shouldn't be a problem.
According to the ( 1998 ) Ford Contour Owner Guide : ( it is 179.4 inches in length )
I was looking at fordparts.com and for the 1995 Ford Contour 2.0 liter four cylinder it shows ( Motorcraft RT-1150 , a 190 * F thermostat )