Remove the Master Cylinder Reservoir cap and fill with fresh brake fluid from an unopened can to the full mark. Be sure and look on the cap and use the correct fluid. Normally DOT3.
look at the level in the master cylinder near the firewall.
The 1998 Ford Contour typically requires about 1 to 2 quarts of brake fluid for a complete system refill, depending on whether you're also replacing the brake lines or just topping off. It is essential to use the correct type of brake fluid, which is usually DOT 3 for this model. Always check the owner's manual for specific recommendations and ensure the brake fluid reservoir is filled to the appropriate level.
According to the 1997 Ford Contour Owner Guide : The BRAKE FLUID reservoir is ALSO the CLUTCH FLUID reservoir
On a 1998 Ford Contour : The BRAKE FLUID reservoir is also the CLUTCH FLUID reservoir It is located in the engine compartment , near the firewall ( that's the metal wall that divides the passenger compartment from the engine compartment ) It is located on the drivers side of the vehicle
Next to the brake fluid refill cap.
DOT 3 that meets Ford specs ESA - M6C25-A
DOT ( 3 ) brake fluid meeting Ford specification ESA-M6C25-A according to the 1998 Ford Escort Owner Guide
It is a 5/8
For a 1998 Ford Taurus : ( DOT 3 brake fluid meeting Ford specification ESA-M6C25-A )
How do you install a radiator in a 1998 ford contour?"
In a 1998 Ford Contour : In the passenger compartment fuse panel : ( # 24 is a 15 amp , light blue color fuse , for the brake lamps )
DOT3