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1997 Ford Contour LX, 2.5 L, Standard
Labor Times: Other Variant
1997 Ford Contour LX, 2.5 L, StandardSECTION Other Variant
WARNING: This page is about the Contour Base, Automatic, which is a different variant/trim than selected.
- Accessories and Equipment
- Anti-theft Systems
- Cruise Control Systems
- Exterior Lights
- Gauges and Instrument Panels
- Ammeter
- Charging Indicator Bulb
- Coolant Temperature Gauge (Dash Unit)
- Coolant Temperature Indicator Bulb
- Coolant Temperature Sender Or Sensor
- Fuel Gauge (Dash Unit)
- Fuel Gauge Tank Unit
- Instrument Cluster &/Or Printed Circuit
- Oil Pressure Gauge (Dash Unit)
- Oil Pressure Indicator Bulb
- Oil Pressure Sender Or Switch
- Speedometer Cable
- Speedometer Cable & Housing
- Speedometer Driven Gear
- Speedometer Head
- Headlights
- Ignition Switches and Steering Locks
- Mirrors
- Seats
- Warning Systems
- Window Motors and Regulators
- Wiper & Washer Systems
- Body and Frame
- Brakes
- Anti-Lock and Traction Control Systems
- Mechanical - Hydraulic
- Parking Brake System
- Drivelines and Axles
- Electrical
- Engine Mechanical
- Auxiliary Emission Control Systems
- Air By-Pass &/Or Diverter Valve
- Air Injection Reactor Pump
- Canister Purge Solenoid
- EGR Control Valve Solenoid
- EGR Pressure Sensor
- EGR Tube
- EGR Vacuum Control Valve
- EGR Valve
- EGR Valve Position Sensor
- Engine Emission System
- Engine Knock Sensor
- Evaporation Canister Filter
- Evaporation Control Canister
- Exhaust Air Supply Check Valve
- Manifold Absolute Pressure Sensor
- PCV Valve
- Cooling Fan
- Cooling System (Mechanical)
- Exhaust
- Fuel Systems
- Air Charge Temperature Sensor
- Camshaft Position Sensor
- Coolant Temperature Sensor
- Crankshaft Position Sensor
- Flexible Fuel Line
- Fuel Filter
- Fuel Lines
- Fuel Pump
- Fuel Pump Inertia Switch
- Fuel Pump Relay
- Fuel Tank
- Idle Air Control Valve
- Mass Air Flow Sensor
- Oxygen Sensor
- Power Relay
- Throttle Cable
- Throttle Position Sensor
- Lubrication Systems
- Mechanical
- Camshaft
- Camshaft Gear Or Sprocket
- Camshaft Seal
- Connecting Rod Bearings
- Crankcase Seal
- Crankshaft
- Crankshaft Damper Or Pulley
- Crankshaft Main Oil Seal
- Crankshaft Oil Seal
- Cylinder Head Gasket
- Engine Assembly
- Engine Assembly (Complete)
- Engine Or Transmission Mount
- Long Block
- Main Bearings
- Piston Ring Set
- Short Block
- Timing Belt
- Timing Belt TENSIONER
- Timing Chain
- Timing Chain TENSIONER
- Timing Cover &/Or Gasket
- Valve
- Valve Cover Gasket
- Valve Lifters
- Valve Spring Or Seal
- Starters
- Auxiliary Emission Control Systems
- Engine Performance
- Heating, Ventilation & A/C (HVAC)
- A/C Compressor
- Heater
- HVAC Control Systems
- Manual HVAC System
- Restraints
- Steering
- Suspension
- Transmission
- Automatic Trans
- Clutch Manual and Hydraulic
- Clutch Hydraulic System
- Clutch Master Cylinder
- Clutch Pedal
- Clutch Pilot Bearing
- Clutch Pressure Plate &/Or Disc
- Clutch Release Bearing
- Clutch Slave Cylinder
- Flywheel (Auto Trans)
- Flywheel (Removed)
- Flywheel (Std Trans)
- Flywheel Ring Gear
- Gearshift Control Cable
- Gearshift Interlock Solenoid
- Gearshift Lever
- Shift Rod
- Manual Trans
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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.