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.
2000 Ford Contour SVTFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE
Component Testing Procedure
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2006 Lincoln Town Car. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
SEAT ADJUST SWITCH, PASSENGER SIDE FRONT COMPONENT TESTING
| Circuit to test | Connect self-powered test light or ohmmeter to terminals | Move switch to these positions | A good switch will indicate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Power and Ground Checks Before Any Other Tests | 7 and 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 8, 9, 10 | Rest | Closed circuit |
| 7 and 11 11 and 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 8, 9, 10 |
Rest | Open circuit | |
| Front height circuit | 11 and 1 8 and 7 |
Up | Closed circuit |
| 11 and 8 1 and 7 |
Down | Closed circuit | |
| Rear height circuit | 11 and 4 7 and 5 |
Up | Closed circuit |
| 11 and 5 7 and 4 |
Down | Closed circuit | |
| Forward/rearward circuit | 11 and 10 9 and 7 |
Forward | Closed circuit |
| 11 and 9 10 and 7 |
Rearward | Closed circuit | |
| Backrest circuit | 11 and 3 2 and 7 |
Forward | Closed circuit |
| 11 and 2 3 and 7 |
Rearward | Closed circuit |
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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