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Ford Contour
The Ford Contour is a compact four-door sedan produced from 1995 to 2000 by Ford Motor Company. The Contour and its rebadged variant, Mercury Mystique, both replaced the Ford Tempo and Mercury Topaz.
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How to repair wheel bearing 1998 contour front?
There is always a secret to doing these jobs that nobody seems to want to tell you. This secret is in the lower balljoint.
If it wasn't there you would almost want to do this job for a living if you were paid shop labor rates.
But, you can only do so much of this job yourself, unless you have access to a press and you will need a torque wrench that goes up to 205 foot pounds to re torque the wheel bearing once its back on. Otherwise you'll be replacing the bearing all over again in six months.
First have the car jacked up and resting on a jackstand. Remove the wheel.
Take the nut off which is attached to the cv joint off using a breaker bar (its on there very tight) you will probably need someone to step on the brakes or do this part first with the car resting on the ground.
Remove the brake caliper and the rotor.
Remove the outer tie rod.
Unbolt the sway bar link (15 and 17mm inside to keep it from spinning).
Take off the lower bolt which holds the strut to the Steering Knuckle (that's what I call it).
I used a turn-buckle to assist in keeping the A-arm swung down.
Attach the turn buckle to the jack stand. You might have to move the stand closer towards your work.
Now remove the bolt holding the lower ball joint to the steering knuckle (plan on changing the ball joint if it is the original, if only to make life easier on reassembly). Using a suitable tool pry the a-frame down and using the turn buckle attached to the jack stand hold it in place.
Beat down on the steering knuckle to loosen the strut from it.
Once off (the strut) use a two jaw puller and take the knuckle (where the hub is) off the cv spindle shaft.
You should be done.
Bring the knuckle to a shop and have the new bearing (hub) pressed.
Do the reverse to put the car back together.
If the cv joint popped out of its mid housing use your feet and slam it back in.
You will probably have to grind the original ball joint from the A-frame as it is usually riveted on, but the new ball joints will come with bolts.
Put the knuckle back on the spindle and slide the strut back into place.
Put the ball joint on last.
The torque on the nut at the spindle is 205 foot pounds.
I've used these methods twice now and it has worked each time.
If you don't have new struts or they need replaced do this now also and just how old is that CV joint?
Doing both sides in N.E. Ohio cost around three-hundred dollars through Advance Auto Parts. That's one wheel bearing, two struts and two ball joints. I rented the spring compressor from Advance and did the struts myself also.
I know I used 9mm, 15mm, 17mm, 18mm sockets and wrenches, but I'm not sure what size the nut at the hub was.
Enjoy. You're saving hundreds of dollars in shop labor.
The original answer was:
Have the shop do it. I have done brakes & head gaskets. This was a major pain. Ended up costing more than shop quoted. Sorry, I'm a big diy but not on this again.
How do you adjust the parking brake of a 1995 Ford contour?
First make sure rear service brakes are adjusted properly There should be a small nut located at the side of the emergency brake handle (may have to remove plastic trim to access) Set brake to 3 clicks and wheels should be locked at that position
Where is the fuse box on your 1999 Ford Contour?
One is under the dash, on the left side of the steering column. There is another in the engine compartment on the driver's side, behind the battery.
What does a flashing check engine light indicate on a 1996 ford contour?
Flashing check engine light meens you have a problem with the engine or needs to be resset the computer board .You can solve this problem in different ways,what I did i bring the car to the mechanical shop and for $ 60 they reset the computer board find nothing ,or you can buy from walmart store one this instrument and check by your self and after you find what error code the instrument tell you you may fix easy or bring the car to the shop. Hope the answer was helpful for you .Good luck.
How do you fix a 1996 ford contour electric window drivers side?
Here is how I fixed mine when the window would intermittently not raise or lower when activating the drivers side window button.. Remove the plastic trim around the door handle. There is one screw behind a plastic plug in the handle recess - use a small tip screw driver to pop it out. Remove the window button control pod. Disconnect the electric connector - pull on the wire harness just enough to take up any slack. Turn the plug & wire harness 180 degrees - reinsert in to switch pod - test for proper function - if good to go reinstall. If not try turning the harnes the other way.
Not scientific but it worked for me.
Be careful when removing trim - don't force or you'll breach the locking tabs.
The 1997 Ford Contours are great handling cars but are haunted with electrical issues - like inferior wiring harnes especially around the engine. - resoution to issues can take some time. I'm told the designer of this vehicle for Ford was Porsche. Must have been recent college grads - who would ever designe a car where it takes a bit over 1 hour to change a $1.38 PCV valve - very much longer the first time. A maual advise to remove the exhaust manifold to gain access - DUH!
Why won't a 1998 Ford Contour start?
There are several reasons why a 1998 Ford Contour will not start. The car may not start if the battery is dead, the starter may need replaced, or the head gaskets are blown.
What is the gas tank size 1999 Ford contour?
According to the owners manual - 58.5 liters ( 15.4 gallons - U.S. )
Where is the blower resistor on a 1999 Contour?
The blower motor resistor is located on the passenger side under the glove box. Left side. there is a cover on the blower motor. remve the cover, this is the resistor. there is an electrical plug there.
How long is the timing belt of ford contour '98 good to be changed?
Amazing! This information is in your owner's manual. Don't have one, get one. Don't want to do that, then change it at 75,000 miles or 10 years which ever comes first. - update - Don't do it if the belt looks ok. Pull the timing belt cover and look at the belt. If you don't see significant cracks and none of the teeth are torn off, leave it alone. Your timing belt should go reliably up to 120,000 mi. Your vehicle should equipped with a non-interference engine so when your timing belt snaps, your engine/valves will not get damaged. If you've never changed a timing belt before and you are an ameteur DIY mechanic, you are in for a world of pain if you try changing your timing belt. When you change the belt, if you don't put it on exactly how it needs to go (this is a complex procedure) your timing will be jacked up. You're car will buck, kick. Your engine will misfire, you will have significantly reduced performance. You will hate yourself for ever thinking about changing the timing belt. It's not like changing your oil or your brakes. If you don't get the belt on precisely the way it needs to be put on, you will have to keep taking your car apart until you get it right or take it to a mechanic. Some mechanics don't even get this right. You may even have to take it to a dealer where you will be charged up the you know what. If you decide you change your timing belt yourself (really think it over), get all the information you can. You must be confident in your ability and patient if you don't get the timing right. There's a good chance you won't get it right on the first try. Make sure you know what you are getting yourself into before you do anything.
What kind of brake fluid do you use for your 2000 Ford Contour?
Probably DOT 3, Although DOT 4 supercedes DOT3. Check your owner's manual.
Is a2004 Dodge Stratus 2.4 engine a non-interference engine?
According to allpar's writeup on the 2.4 engine the tops of the pistons are cut to allow for valve clearance should the timing belt brake. Therefore it is a non- interference engne.
Where is the thermostat in a 1998 Ford Contour?
Look for a removable housing at the engine end of the upper radiator hose
Where could you put radiator stop leak in my ford contour 98?
I advise you do not use that crap you'll get more problems because of it. Check the radiator for the leak find it and repair it with LIQUID JB WELD if you cant find it in the car pull the radiator out and check for cracks and rusty colors on the plastic sides where cracks maybe and on the coils jb weld can repair it if you let it sit for 12 to 24 hours before reinstalling the radiator if you cant find the leak take it to the radiator repair shop and get it fixed cheaper than buying a new and please don't use that stop leak crap it will damage your engine and could clog up your heater core in the dash and then your talking about $500.00 or more to fix it. So shop wisely and find a shop that you rely on and get it fixed quick and easy also remember if the crack is to bad a radiator repair shop can replace the plastic sides on the radiator.
Ford contour se not blowing hot air out of vent wheh heater is on?
water pump bad if u over heat with no heat
or air in system remove cap or get it re filled
Where is crankshaft sensor on 95 Ford Contour?
on the 2.0 L, standing in front of the car, you can see it under the exhaust manifold. Looking at it, it will be on the right side (rear) of engine located in middle.
In order to change a fuel pressure regulator in a 2000 Ford Contour, start by relieving the pressure from the fuel system. The regulator is part of the fuel pump module. Place the new regulator in position in the engine and tighten any bolts.?æ
Where is the factory amp located on a 1998 Ford Contour?
Check owner's manual. If you don't have one copy and paste link below; www.fleet.ford.com/maintenance/owners_manuals
How do you tell if the serpentine belt is tight enough on a 1999 ford contour 4 cylinder?
thay adjust themself
Running hot 1996 ford contour gl 2.0?
Check your radiator and make sure it has coolant in it. Thermostat might also be stuck.
Where are the jacking point on a 1998 Ford Contour?
You can view the 1998 Ford Contour Owner Guide online at :
www . motorcraft service . com ( no spaces )
Click on Owner Guides
( page 122 in the Owner Guide shows where to put the factory jack )
Spark plug gap ford cougar 2.5 V6 duratec?
1.3 mm reference - owner's guide page 167 also - it suggests motorcraft AWSF 32 F plugs Cheers Bob
How do you add brake fluid to a 1998 ford contour?
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.
How do you remove the headlight lens cover from a 1996 ford contour?
I WA workin on my 98 contour last night and had to undo the headlight covers.
if you want, i can email you a picture with my hand pointing to where the screws are to remove them.
mike.ivers87@gmail.com
