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
Inspection and Verification: Notes
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2004 Ford Ranger. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
NOTE:
If any concerns are noted with the speedometer, stoplamps, or horn, address those concerns by referring to the appropriate articles before continuing speed control diagnosis.
- Verify the customer concern.
- Visually inspect for obvious signs of mechanical and electrical damage.VISUAL INSPECTION CHART
Mechanical Electrical - Speed control cable
- Speed control cable not attached to the throttle or incorrectly adjusted
- Battery junction box (BJB) fuse(s):
- 1 (50A)
- 3 (50A)
- 9 (40A)
- Smart junction box (SJB) fuse (s):
- 7 (5A)
- 20 (10A)
- 26 (2A)
- 32 (5A)
- Brake pressure switch
- Circuitry
- SJB
- Speed control actuator
- Speed control switches
- If the fault is not visually evident, verify the symptom and refer to SELF-TEST DIAGNOSTICS .
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.