Ford Contour

Yes. Fuel injectors that are worn out can "slobber" fuel into the engine creating a rich mixture. This means to much fuel, not enough air = poor fuel economy. This can also be caused by a very dirty air cleaner, bad Oxy sensor(s), bad mass air flow sensor, carboned IAC valve and a host of other things.

All Ford Contours (and its Mercury equivalent, the Mystique) came with either a 4-cylinder 2.0 liter engine, or a 2.5 liter V6. In 1998, these engines were rated at 125 hp. for the 4-cylinder, and either 170 hp for the "standard" Duratec V6, or 195 hp for the SVT version.

If it's a 2.5 DOHC it's on the top near the back. if you take off the air filter box you can see the rear of it.

It's meant to stand for "Grand Lux", which is a pseudo-fancy phrase meaning "deluxe". It was the entry level model for the Contour, with other model designations being the LX, the SE, and the SVT.

P0420 Catalyst System Efficiency Below Threshold (Bank 1)

I suggest you take it to a trim shop as there are spring loaded parts and sharp edges inside the door.

You cant. Timing is controlled my crankshaft position sensor and other sensors that monitor air flow and engine load. The PCM is ultimatley responsible for timing control by reading sensor input values.

These are on the same fuse as well as the dashboard clock and if you look along the bottom row of fuses, there is a 7.5 amp fuse( brownish color) around the middle of the row. This fuse will need to be replaced and the accessories should be fine. If the fuse blows again, get it checked as replacing with a higher rated fuse is asking for problems.

In a 1998 Ford Contour :

In the Power Distribution Box ( which is " live " ) located in the engine compartment

( Relay " R8 " is the fuel pump relay )

Simply use a small screwdriver to pry gently around the frame of the clock and it should fairly easily pop out of the dashboard. Then it is a simple mater of removing the bulb from behind the clock with either a small screwdriver or a 1/4" nut driver. Where to but a replacement im not sure of, i think ill try a junkyard.

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It is in the fuse panel under the hood

I am trying to save myself some money and I want to change the serpentine belt on my 1998 ford contour 2 L manual transmission....any ideas out there I would really appreciate any advice.

Driver side under dash fuse box black relay

Click on the link below

Click on Owner Guides

The owners manual ( which includes the fuse diagrams ) can be viewed online

When the overdrive off light flashes a malfunction has been detected in the operation of the automatic transmission code P0745 - pressure control solenoid " A " malfunction

I have a 1995 contour with the same exact problem. The autoshop said it was some type of temperature sensor. It cost me $58.00. They said there was only two sensors that it would affect. They changed them both. I also changed the water pump and thermostat. It still appears to be warm, but it's nothing compard to what it used to be. I also had the same problem, and replaced my engine twice cause the mechanics didn't find the right problem...the water pump was to blame on my 2nd engine, and when it overheated, it warped the very thin and weak head cover, so if you are still running warm, you might want to check your gaskets, and your water pump. The more you overheat, the higher your risk of warping your head, and they cannot be shaved, they have to be replaced. Your cylinders may also become scored, so check your spark plugs for anitfreeze. Contours do tend to run warm, just beaware of your temperatures, a new engine cost over $3000 CDN plus labour.

A "hydraulic clutch" use's standard DOT 3 Brake Fluid nothing more. Follow the steel line from the master cylinder up, where it ends is the Fluid Reservoir. Use caution when replacing the fluid as you do not want air in the lines. So to change the fluid simply remove the fluid using an old Turkey baster and pour in the new fluid to the correct level.

In the engine compartment on the drivers side near the front is a covered power junction box. The relay is white and usually missing on USA cars.

Yep, Sounds like the o'le fuel pumper is going out. This will only work a couple times. Sometimes you can get to the pump by lifting up the rear seat and the cover that is over the tank. If you cant then the tank will have to be "dropped". I hope this helps you. Good luck, Brad.

The 4-cylinder 2.0 liter engine is a non-interference engine, in that the pistons have "cutouts" in the tops to prevent the valves hitting them in case the timing belt breaks.

The 2.5 liter V6 does not require this, since it uses a timing chain, rather than a belt.

The fuse would be under the dash near the left kick panel. If you have the owners manual, it will show which slot is designated for the wipers.

Should be on the passenger side, on the lower back of the motor. If you take the passenger side tire off, there is a large plastic access panel that can be removed providing easy access, but i think you can get to it from the bottom just as easy.

might have Ring damage.