1997 Ford Contour Base, AutomaticFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE

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's manual. Be very cautious using repair info from here because these pages may not apply to your vehicle. Different variant/trim Section 1 (Engine Controls - Specifications - 2.5L) Section 2 (Engine Controls - Tests W/Codes - 2.5L) Section 3 (Engine Cooling System Specifications & Drive Belt Routing - V6) Section 4 (Engine - 2.5L V6 -VIN [L]) Section 5 (Servicing - M/T) Different car Section 1 (Automatic Transmission (4R44E/5R55E) - Servicing) Section 2 (Computer Relearn Procedures) Section 3 (Automatic Transmission Servicing) Section 4 (Air Bag Restraint System) Section 5 (Module Communications Network) Section 6 (Keyless Entry System - Remote) Section 7 (Instrument Panel - Analog) Section 8 (Remote Keyless Entry System) Section 9 (Anti-Theft System) Section 10 (Module Communications Network) Section 11 (Power Door Lock System & Trunk Release) Section 12 (Keyless Entry System - Remote) Section 13 (Anti-Theft System (F150 & F250 LD)) Section 14 (Module Communications Network) Section 15 (Anti-Theft System - Passive) Section 16 (Module Communications Network) Section 17 (Anti-Theft System - Passive) Section 18 (Air Bag Restraint System) Section 19 (Module Communications Network) Section 20 (Starter) Section 21 (Wiper/Washer Systems) Section 22 (Generator) Section 23 (Anti-Theft Alarm System) Section 24 (Instrument Panel - Analog) Section 25 (Keyless Entry System - Remote) Section 26 (Cruise Control System) Section 27 (Supplemental Inflatable Restraint System) Section 28 (Supplemental Inflatable Restraint System) Section 29 (Instrument Panel - Analog) Section 30 (Anti-Lock Brake System) Section 31 (Charging System - Generator) Section 32 (Instrument Panel - Analog) Section 33 (Charging System - Generator - 4.6L) Section 34 (Charging System - Generator - 3.8L) Section 35 (Charging System - Generator) Section 36 (Instrument Panel - Analog) Section 37 (Supplemental Inflatable Restraint System - Air Bag Restraint System) Section 38 (Instrument Panels) Section 39 (Charging System - Generator - MITSUBISHI) Section 40 (Generator - MOTORCRAFT) Section 41 (Defogger - Rear Window) Section 42 (Mirrors - Power Memory) Section 43 (Instrument Panels - Electronic) Section 44 (Defogger - Rear Window) Section 45 (Mirrors - Power Memory) Section 46 (Seats - Power) Section 47 (Door Locks & Trunk Release - Power) Section 48 (Module Communications Network System) Section 49 (AUTOLAMP System) Section 50 (Remote Keyless Entry System) Section 51 (Door Locks & Trunk Release - Power) Section 52 (Keyless Entry System - Remote (F150 & F250 LD)) Section 53 (Module Communications Network) Section 54 (Defogger - Rear Window) Section 55 (Power Windows) Section 56 (Wiper System & Washer System) Section 57 (Wiper System & Washer System) Section 58 (Wiper/Washer Systems) Section 59 (Wiper System & Washer System) Section 60 (Wiper System And Washer System) Section 61 (Wiper System & Washer System) Section 62 (Wiper System And Washer System) Section 63 (Instrument Panel - Electronic) Section 64 (Power Window System) Section 65 (Power Window System) Section 66 (Power Windows System (Except F250 Hd & F350)) Section 67 (Module Communications Network (F150 & F250 LD)) Section 68 (Power Windows) Section 69 (Steering Column Switches) Section 70 (Steering Column Switches) Section 71 (Wiper System & Washer System - F150 & F250 Light Duty) Section 72 (Wiper System & Washer System) Section 73 (Wiper/Washer Systems) Section 74 (Wiper System & Washer System) Section 75 (Seats - Power) Section 76 (Anti-Theft Systems - Passive) Section 77 (HVAC System - General Servicing) Section 78 (Axle Shafts - Front) Section 79 (Axle Shafts - Front) Section 80 (Anti-Lock Brake System) Section 81 (Rear Electronic Suspension System) Section 82 (Automatic Transmission Removal & Installation) Section 83 (Axle Shafts - Front) Section 84 (Axle Shafts - Front) Section 85 (Manual Transmission Removal & Installation - M/T) Section 86 (Starting System) Section 87 (Generator) Section 88 (Charging System - Generator) Section 89 (Charging System - Generator - MOTORCRAFT) Section 90 (Charging System - Generator) Section 91 (Computer Relearn Procedures) Section 92 (Starting System) Section 93 (Anti-Theft Systems - Active) Section 94 (Drive Shafts) Section 95 (Axle Shafts - Front) Section 96 (Automatic Transmission Servicing) Section 97 (Transfer Case Diagnosis - Borg WARNER 44-05)

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When to See a Mechanic

Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:

  • β€’ You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
  • β€’ Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
  • β€’ The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
  • β€’ You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
  • β€’ You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.

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