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1998 Ford Contour Base, AutomaticFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE
Anti-Lock Brake System
- Description
- Operation
- Component Locations
- Bleeding Brake System
- Trouble Shooting
- Abs Warning Light Does Not Illuminate With Ignition On (1998 Models)
- Abs Warning Light Does Not Self-Check, Always On, With No DTCS (1999 Models)
- Abs Warning Light On & No DTCS Retrieved With Brake Warning Light On, Parking Brake Released & Brake Lining Wear Checked (1998 Models)
- Brake Warning Indicator Does Not Self-Check (1999 Models)
- Brake Warning Indicator Remains On With Ignition Switch In Run (1999 Models)
- No Communication With Abs Control Module (1998-99 Models)
- Poor Vehicle Tracking During Abs Operation (1999 Models)
- Red Brake Warning Light Does Not Illuminate With Abs Warning Light On (1998 Models)
- Spongy Brake Pedal With No Warning Indicator (1999 Models)
- Traction Control Is Inoperative (1999 Models)
- Traction Control Indicator Is Inoperative (1999 Models)
- Traction Control Cannot Be Disabled (1999 Models)
- Traction Control Indicator Remains On With No DTCS (1999 Models)
- Unable To Enter Self-Test, Communication Okay (1999 Models)
- Diagnosis & Testing
- Symptom Tests
- Abs Warning Light Does Not Illuminate With Ignition On (1998 Models)
- Abs Warning Light On & No DTCS Retrieved With Brake Warning Light On, Parking Brake Released & Brake Lining Wear Checked (1998 Models)
- Abs Warning Indicator Does Not Self-Check, Always On, No DTCS (1999 Models)
- No Communication With Abs Control Module (1998 Models)
- No Communication With Abs Control Module (1999 Models)
- Poor Vehicle Tracking During Abs Operation (1999 Models)
- Red Brake Warning Light Does Not Illuminate With Abs Warning Light On (1998 Models)
- Spongy Brake Pedal With No Warning Indicator (1999 Models)
- Traction Control Inoperative (1999 Models)
- Traction Control Indicator Is Inoperative (1999 Models)
- Traction Control Cannot Be Disabled (1999 Models)
- Unable To Enter Self-Test (1999 Models)
- Diagnostic Tests
- Notes
- DTC B1318: Battery Voltage Low (1999 Models)
- DTC B1484: Brake Pedal Input Open Circuit (1999 Models)
- DTCS B2143, C1110, C1111, C1113, C1195, C1196, C1197, C1211, C1212, C1213, C1243, C1244, C1245, C1247, C1248 & C1249 (1998 Models)
- DTC C1095: Pump Motor Circuit Failure (1998 Models)
- DTC C1095: Pump Motor Circuit Failure (1999 Models)
- DTC C1137: Power Circuit (1998 Models)
- DTC C1145, Right Front Wheel Speed Sensor Circuit Failure (1999 Models)
- DTC C1146, C1148, C1156, C1158, C1166, C1168, C1176, C1178, C1233, C1234, C1235, C1236 & C1237 (1998 Models)
- DTC C1155: Left Front Wheel Speed Sensor Circuit Failure (1999 Models)
- DTC C1165: Right Rear Wheel Speed Sensor Circuit Failure (1999 Models)
- DTC C1175: Left Rear Wheel Speed Sensor Circuit Failure (1999 Models)
- DTC C1222: Wheel Speed Signal Mismatch (1999 Models)
- DTC C1233, C1234, C1235, C1236: Wheel Speed Input Signal Missing (1999 Models)
- DTC C1671 (1998 Models)
- Removal & Installation
- Adjustments
- Torque Specifications
- Wiring Diagrams
Factory Service Tools
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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.
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