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HOMESERVICE MANUALSFORD1997CONTOUR LX, 2.5 L, STANDARDREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISBRAKESTRACTION CONTROLANTI-LOCK BRAKE SYSTEM - W/OUT TRACTION CONTROLBLEEDING BRAKE SYSTEMMANUAL BLEEDING
1997 Ford Contour LX, 2.5 L, Standard
Manual Bleeding
1997 Ford Contour LX, 2.5 L, StandardSECTION Manual Bleeding
- Remove dust cap from right wheel bleeder fitting. Connect hose to bleeder fitting. Submerge other end of hose in container of clean brake fluid.
- Loosen bleeder fitting while an assistant presses brake pedal through its full travel. Close bleeder fitting. Wait 5 seconds. Repeat until air bubbles are no longer present at submerged end of hose.
- Repeat procedure at left front, left rear and right front wheels. Refill reservoir after each wheel is bled. When complete, adjust fluid level to .16" (4.1 mm) below MAX line.
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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.