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
Adjustable Pedals With Memory Feature
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2004 Mercury Mountaineer and 2004 Ford Explorer. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
- Verify the customer concern.
- Visually inspect for obvious signs of mechanical or electrical damage. Refer to the following chart:VISUAL INSPECTION CHART
Mechanical Electrical - Adjustable pedals
- Adjustable pedal switch
- Damaged or corroded connector(s)
- Damaged or corroded wiring harness
- If an obvious cause for an observed or reported concern is found, correct the cause (if possible) before proceeding to the next step.
- If the diagnostic tool does not power up, refer to the diagnostic tool operating manual.
- Carry out the diagnostic tool data link test. If the diagnostic tool responds with:
- CAN circuit fault; all electronic control units no response/not equipped, refer to MODULE COMMUNICATIONS NETWORK .
- No response/not equipped for driver seat module (DSM), refer to SEATING .
- System passed, retrieve and record the continuous DTCs and carry out self-test diagnostics for the DSM.
- If the DTCs retrieved are related to the concern, go to the DSM DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODE INDEXΒ .
- If no DTCs related to the concern are retrieved, GO to SYMPTOM CHARTΒ to continue 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:
- β’ You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- β’ Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- β’ The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- β’ You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- β’ You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.
