right outside the tranny
( No ) the Ford Contour is a front wheel drive vehicle
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I was looking at the 1998 and 2000 Contour SVT supplements and in both it shows the 2.5 liter V6 engine
You need the last 6 digits of your VIN# and call 1-800-FORD-SVT. $40 will get you the Certificate of Authenticity
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 )
According to the 1998 Ford Contour SVT supplement : The original tires were the ( Goodyear Eagle F1-GS , size P205 / 55 ZR-16 ) on 16 X 6.5 inch wheels
Ther is no such fluid get new clutch if its having problems
All contour svt 's were 5 speed manual transmissions. No transmission dipstick.
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
With a brick.
Yes , in the drivers footwell , behind the kick panel ( there is an access hole )
Rated from the Factory @ 195hp, 175 lb torque. Very fun 195 hp to.