Ford Contour

A contour refers to an outline that represents the form or shape of something.

Does anybody know the answer to this question???????

YES I HAVE THE ANSWER...REPLACE THE TEMP GUAGE. ITS NOT AS HARD AS YOU WOULD THINK...ABOUT A 20 MIN. JOB ------------------------------------------------

I tried replacing the temp gauge but that wasn't the problem for me. On top of the engine is a temp sender that is all so easy to get to but it is for the engine computer. The temp sender for the gauge is under the water pump. My temp sender went bad because the water pump started leaking. It is like the engine is headed for a major problem of over heating but it disables the temp sender which warns the driver of over heating.

It is not easy to change the temp sender but it is doable if you pull off the thermostat housing. Don't put the old thermostat back in. Also, don't get an aftermarket temp sender, I got one and it reads 3/4 hot all the time. It only cost me $5 but I wish I had have bought from the dealer what ever it cost.

the valet switch is feature of an alarm system that is not factory...the installer may have placed the button just about anywhere...within reach of the driver usually...good luck..:)

Is your problem with the PATS (Passive Anti-Theft System) (encoded key) or the Anti theft alarm system?

If you're talking about the PATS system, the answer to your question is NO. The PCM must get the PATS signal or it does not allow the engine to start. It would not be much of a theft deterent if it could be bypassed.

For the Anti-Theft Alarm System, do the following:

1. Insert the key into the door lock on the driver's side front door.

2. Turn the key counterclockwise and then return it to the starting position.

3. Remove the key from the lock.

4. Open the door and insert the key into the ignition.

5. Turn the key clockwise to the "On" position to disarm the alarm.

14.5 gallons

Osiliscope or a scanner. You need to see the wave pattern to check it properly.

A ford contour holds approximately 4 quarts of oil. Add about 3.5 quarts of oil, then add slowly until the dipstick reads full.

In the drivers footwell , behind the kick panel ( there is an access hole through

the kick panel )

The transmission is a 4 speed computer controlled model. If your transmission starts shifting erratic or not at all, then make sure you or a shop run a scanner on the vehicle. You want to see if you have a sensor that has gone bad, causing your problems. The vehicle speed and transmission range sensors like to go bad on vehicles with these transmissions in them.

first there may be a Philips screws under a tab just behind inside door latch.

then there may be 2 Philips screws under panel, also 2 on side of panel. (outside, not by hinge)

there may also be 1 Philips screw on side of panel (inside, by hinge)

unhook window switch which should pop out.

panel should be able to be lifted STRAIGHT UP at that point.

double check before pulling real hard!

tHERE MAY BE AND DEPENDS ENTIRELY ON WHAT YEAR THE CAR IS.

Its similar to the 97 pulley however some advances were made primarily in the metallurgy processes during manufacture, it still retains the tension capability however at an increased pulley factor.

I believe on the car you need a special tool that inserts into the back of the cams to hold them in place. So if your question is "how do I reset the timing after I change gears, belt, or cams," the answer is make sure you get that tool first. Second check to see if there is a spout connector on the car, if there is disconnect that. If you don't know what a spout connecter is, look at the vehic. identifacation sticker, it should give you some info on timing. There it will say if there is a spout connector. When the connector is taken off timing should be as normal marks on the dampner pully with the correct mark of degree. The correct mark of degree is also on the vehic. identifacation sticker.

there is no spout connector you just put a flat bar in the end of the cams to hold them in place and then there are two marks on the crank pulley and you line up the one on the right to the mark below it(on the oil pan).

Either at the bottom or the rear lower section of radiator

You remove the heater blower by removing the bottom cover of the Glove Compartment. Then you will see The heater blower housing. Then you will see like a black clip you need to lift. Then You simply turn clockwise and bingo its off. To install just do the same thing except in reverse mode. Good Luck!!

increase the current on the electromagnet

mite be a relay switch--inside a plastic box, maybe passenger side of the firewall under the hood.

It won't move

On the drivers side kick panel. Behind the hood release.

The 1999 ford contour is equipped with VCT. Variable Camshaft Timing. You"ll see VCT stamped on the valve cover. Part of the VCT's purpose is to eliminate the pcv valve. You do not have one.\

The above answer is WRONG!!! The PCV valve is located near the catalitic converter on the backside of the motor. Changing it can be a tough if you don't know what you're doing. refer to a shop manual for more info.

It is wrong. I've been trying to figure this out for a while with all the different suggestions on the web. I was about to remove the heat shield and started feeling around for the valve. Standing at the front of the car, there is an opening toward the right side of the heat shield. You can feel a hose going behind it. follow the hose and the PCV valve is at the end of it. It's a tight fit but it can be done. Just pull off the hose and then pull out the valve.

It is a NON Interference engine. The pistons have reliefs cut into them, in order to prevent damage if the belt snaps. Therefore if you snapped a belt the valves will not collide with the pistons. Source - A friend of mine that has been a Ford mechanic for 21 years.

It's under the car, along the frame rail, just in front of the left rear tire. It's held in place by a screw clamp.

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sensor is found on front of engine block above the harmonic balance wheel