Safety Warning
DIY auto repair can cause serious injury, fire, or vehicle damage. These guides are for informational purposes only. Always follow OEM torque specs, wear PPE, and consult a certified mechanic if you are unsure. You are solely responsible for your safety.
1996 Ford Contour SE, AutomaticFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE
Alignment Specifications
WHEEL ALIGNMENT SPECIFICATIONS
| Application | Preferred | Range | ||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Contour (Exc. SE) & Mystique | ||||||||
| Camber (1) | ||||||||
| Front | -0.4 | -1.4 To 0.6 | ||||||
| Rear | -0.4 | -1.4 To 0.6 | ||||||
| Caster (1) | 2.3 | 1.3 To 3.3 | ||||||
| Toe-In (1) | ||||||||
| Front | -0.34 | -0.51 To -0.17 | ||||||
| Rear | 0.3 | 0.1 To 0.5 | ||||||
| Toe-In (2) | ||||||||
| Front | -0.17 | -0.25 To -0.08 | ||||||
| Rear | 0.15 | 0.05 To 0.25 | ||||||
| Contour SE | ||||||||
| Camber (1) | ||||||||
| Front | -0.53 | -1.53 To 0.47 | ||||||
| Rear | -0.53 | -1.53 To 0.47 | ||||||
| Caster (1) | 2.4 | 1.4 To 3.4 | ||||||
| Toe-In (1) | ||||||||
| Front | -0.34 | -0.51 To -0.17 | ||||||
| Rear | 0.3 | 0.1 To 0.5 | ||||||
| Toe-In (2) | ||||||||
| Front | -0.17 | -0.25 To -0.08 | ||||||
| Rear | 0.15 | 0.05 To 0.25 | ||||||
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.