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[LG23600(ALL)05/94]

Traction Control System Light (If equipped)

[LG23700(ALL)05/95]

This light comes on when the traction control system has been
disengaged. It may come on or flash on and off while traction
control is operating.

[LG23800(ALL)05/95]

If the light stays on for more than three (3) seconds after the
ignition is turned to the ON position or does not come on when
the T/C OFF button is pressed, have the traction control system
checked by a qualified technician as soon as possible.

[LG23900(ALL)01/95]

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File:cdlgo.ex

Update:Thu Jan 25 12:16:21 1996

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Summary of Contents for 1996 Contour

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Page 3: ...s 53 Instrument Panel Controls 69 Steering Column Controls 83 Features 93 Electronic Sound Systems 115 Driving Your Contour 139 Roadside Emergencies 163 Customer Assistance 179 Reporting Safety Defect...

Page 4: ...must be done with you in mind providing better products and services than our competition 95 Continuous improvement is essential to our success We must strive for excellence in everything we do in our...

Page 5: ...igation As you read through your owner guide carefully read all Warnings because they tell you how toavoid endangering yourself your passengers and other people 95 NOTES and WARNINGS 95 NOTES give you...

Page 6: ...ons P O Box 1580 Station B Mississauga Ontario L4Y 4G3 95 Your Maintenance Schedule and Record Booklet 95 The Maintenance Schedule and Record booklet lists the services that are most important for kee...

Page 7: ...time of purchase you may still be eligible See your dealer for the details 95 Breaking Your Vehicle In 95 Your new vehicle goes through an adjustment or break in period during the first 1 000 miles 1...

Page 8: ...r satisfaction is a high priority For this reason Ford has authorized its dealers to repair at no charge to the owner the surfaces of new vehicles damaged by environmental fallout within 12 months or...

Page 9: ...s exterior trim parts are plastic Clean with a tar and road oil remover if necessary Use a vinyl cleaner for routine cleaning 95 Do not clean plastic parts with thinners solvents or petroleum based c...

Page 10: ...95 the knees are straight forward 95 To help you remember to fasten your safety belt a warning light may come on and a chime may sound See Safety Belt Warning Light and Chime in the Warning Lights and...

Page 11: ...to be used as a pair Failure to follow these precautions could increase the risk and or severity of injury in a collision 95 RWARNING Ford recommends that all safety belt assemblies and attaching har...

Page 12: ...rake hard turn hard or if your vehicle receives an impact of 5 mph 8 km h or more the lap and shoulder belt locks and helps reduce your forward movement 95 After you get into your vehicle close the do...

Page 13: ...of this chapter 5 95 To adjust the lap part of the belt pull up on the shoulder belt until the lap belt fits snugly and as low as possible around your hips 5 684 E Unfastening the combination lap and...

Page 14: ...braking hard cornering or impacts of approximately 5 mph 8 km h or more 95 Automatic locking mode 95 This mode must be used when installing a child seat on the front passenger seat and rear seats whe...

Page 15: ...e See the detailed instructions under Safety Seats for Children in this chapter 95 Shoulder Belt Height Adjustment 95 Driver and right front passenger 5 You can adjust the shoulder belt height to one...

Page 16: ...operly positioned on your shoulder each time you use the belt If the shoulder belt is off your shoulder on your upper arm or neck there is a greater risk of severe injury in a collision 95 Lap Belts 9...

Page 17: ...ition 5 95 Safety Belt Extension Assembly 95 For some people the safety belt may be too short even when it is fully extended You can add about eight inches 20 cm to the belt length with a safety belt...

Page 18: ...used in vehicles involved in a collision be replaced However if the collision was minor and a qualified technician finds that the belts do not show damage and continue to operate properly they do not...

Page 19: ...use this may weaken it 95 Air Bag Supplemental Restraint System SRS 95 The driver and right front passenger air bags are Supplemental Restraint Systems SRS provided at these seating positions in addit...

Page 20: ...esigned to inflate in such situations 95 reduce the risk of harm in frontal collisions that are not severe enough to activate the supplemental air bag 95 reduce the risk of being thrown from your vehi...

Page 21: ...facing child seats move the passenger seat as far back from the instrument panel as possible NEVER SECURE REAR FACING INFANT SEATS IN THE FRONT SEAT 95 Your vehicle is equipped with a right front pas...

Page 22: ...the proper mounting of equipment in the front seat of this vehicle please refer to Ford s brochure entitled Some Important Information About Air Bag Supplemental Restraint System which can be obtaine...

Page 23: ...is in the center of the steering wheel The front passenger seat air bag is located in the center of the instrument panel ledge above the glove compartment Both air bags are designed to stay out of sig...

Page 24: ...em senses the crash severity rather than vehicle speed some frontal collisions at speeds above 28 mph 45 km h will not inflate the air bag 95 When the sensors activate the system the air bags inflate...

Page 25: ...22 4 Inflated driver side air bag 13 11 1996...

Page 26: ...unrepaired area will increase the risk of injury in a collision 95 To ensure that the air bag system will operate as intended in a crash the system is equipped with a diagnostic module which controls...

Page 27: ...n is turned on 95 or a group of five beeps will be heard The tone pattern will repeat periodically until the problem and light are repaired 95 If any of these things happen have the air bag system ser...

Page 28: ...not protect the child from injury in a collision 95 RWARNING Passengers should not be allowed to ride in the cargo area Persons not riding in a seat with a fastened seat belt are much more likely to s...

Page 29: ...safety seat in a seating position which is capable of providing a tether anchorage For more information on top tether straps see Attaching Safety Seats With Tether Straps in this chapter 95 Your vehi...

Page 30: ...are designed to be secured in vehicle seats by lap belts or by the lap portion of a lap shoulder belt 95 RWARNING If you do not properly secure the safety seat the child occupying the seat may be inju...

Page 31: ...he buckle release button pointing upward and away from the child seat with the tongue between the child seat and the release button as shown in the following illustration 5 Safety belt buckle placemen...

Page 32: ...belt portion of the combination lap shoulder safety belt for the right front seat passenger and rear outer passengers 95 If you choose to install a child safety seat in the front seating position move...

Page 33: ...lding the shoulder and lap belt portions together route the tongue through the child seat according to the child seat manufacturer s instructions See Figure 2 Be sure that the belt webbing is not twis...

Page 34: ...Safety Restraints 31 4 13 11 1996...

Page 35: ...oulder portion of the belt and pull downward until all of the belt is extracted from the reel and a click is heard At this time the retractor is in the automatic locking mode child restraint mode Figu...

Page 36: ...on the shoulder webbing A clicking sound will be heard as the belt retracts This indicates the retractor is in the automatic locking mode Push down on the child seat while you pull up on the belt to...

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Page 38: ...fety Restraints 35 95 6 Before placing the child in the child seat forcibly tilt the seat from side to side and tug it forward to make sure that the seat is securely held in place Figure 7 4 13 11 199...

Page 39: ...k to make sure that the child seat is properly secured prior to each use If the belt is not locked repeat steps 4 through 7 4 To remove retractor from automatic lock mode unbuckle the belt and allow t...

Page 40: ...an accessory Contact the manufacturer of your child safety seat for information about ordering a tether strap 5 To install a tether from a child safety seat in the front seat route the tether strap un...

Page 41: ...for Children 95 Children who are too large for child safety seats should always wear safety belts See instructions with your child seat or contact its manufacturer to determine maximum size of child t...

Page 42: ...e shoulder belt rests in front of the child s face or neck or if the lap belt does not fit snugly on both thighs or if the thighs are too short to let the child sit all the way back on the seat cushio...

Page 43: ...xle gearshifts If the parking brake is not set and the gearshift is moved out of gear your vehicle may move unexpectedly and injure someone 95 The automatic transaxle gearshift must be in P Park to mo...

Page 44: ...you do not damage the starter The key should return to ON when you release it The START position also allows you to test the brake warning light 2 95 Removing the Key From the Ignition 94 Procedures f...

Page 45: ...identally injure themselves or others through inadvertent operation of the vehicle Further on hot sunny days temperatures in a closed vehicle could quickly become high enough to cause severe and possi...

Page 46: ...nd all your passengers buckle your safety belts See Safety Restraints in the Index for more details 95 2 Make sure your headlamps and other accessories are turned off and the parking brake is set 3 If...

Page 47: ...t the beginning of this section 95 2 Keep your foot on the brake pedal and turn the ignition key to the ON position 95 3 DO NOT depress the accelerator pedal when starting your engine DO NOT use the a...

Page 48: ...nd crank the engine for five 5 seconds If the engine fails to start continue to crank and depress the accelerator about 1 4 of the way down and hold that position until the engine starts DO NOT crank...

Page 49: ...after the starter stops then try again 95 Whenever you start your vehicle release the key as soon as the engine starts Excessive cranking could damage the starter or flood the engine 95 After you star...

Page 50: ...should however slow down after a short time If it does not have the idle speed checked 95 If the engine idle speed does not slow down automatically do not allow your vehicle to idle for more than 10...

Page 51: ...the heater on simply plug it into a grounded 110 volt outlet Ford recommends that you use a 110 volt circuit that is protected by a ground fault circuit interrupter 95 RWARNING To prevent electrical...

Page 52: ...uel pump when your vehicle has been involved in a substantial jolt Once the shut off switch is triggered you must reset the switch by hand before you can start your vehicle The switch is located on th...

Page 53: ...le again If you do not see or smell fuel you can try to start your vehicle again 95 6 Check all vehicle warning lights before driving the vehicle 5 95 Guarding Against Exhaust Fumes 95 Carbon monoxide...

Page 54: ...leaves and other debris 95 If the engine is idling while you are stopped in an open area for long periods of time open the windows at least one inch 2 5 cm Also adjust the heating or air conditioning...

Page 55: ...auges are grouped together on the instrument panel We call this grouping a cluster Your vehicle has one of the following clusters 1 Standard Cluster 9 Sport Cluster 4 If you are not sure which cluster...

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Page 58: ...chime remind you to fasten your safety belt The following conditions will take place 95 If the driver s safety belt is not buckled when the ignition is turned to the ON position the light will turn on...

Page 59: ...ian 95 This light comes on when the parking brake is set or if it is not set it comes on briefly when you turn the ignition to the START position It normally goes off shortly after the engine starts a...

Page 60: ...n the engine is running have the electrical system checked as soon as possible 2 95 Engine Oil Pressure Warning Light 95 This light indicates the engine s oil pressure not the oil level However if you...

Page 61: ...ing your vehicle should be on level ground 4 If the level is low add only as much oil as necessary to bring it to the full level before you start the engine again Do not overfill Do not operate the en...

Page 62: ...ou turn the ignition to the ON position this light will illuminate for approximately six 6 seconds and then turn off This indicates that the system is operating normally NOTE Maintenance of the air ba...

Page 63: ...y tapping into or running wires close to powertrain control system wires or components 95 This light comes on briefly when you turn the ignition to the ON position but should turn off when the engine...

Page 64: ...mbient temperature and running until the engine reaches normal operating temperature 95 On the fourth engine start up the Check Engine Warning Light will turn off as soon as the engine begins to crank...

Page 65: ...tton on the shifter will return the vehicle to overdrive on mode The transaxle will be in the overdrive on mode when the vehicle is started even if the O D OFF mode was selected when the vehicle was l...

Page 66: ...95 Engine Coolant Temperature Gauge 95 This gauge indicates the temperature of the engine coolant not the coolant level If the coolant is not at its proper level or mixture the gauge indication will...

Page 67: ...our engine see Engine Coolant in the Index If you do not follow these instructions you or others could be injured 95 If the coolant continues to overheat have the coolant system serviced as soon as po...

Page 68: ...means the Anti lock Brake feature is not working and should be serviced immediately to restore the benefits of the Anti lock feature Normal braking is not affected unless the brake warning light is a...

Page 69: ...that you should add more coolant See Engine Coolant in the Index This light comes on for a few seconds when the ignition is turned to the START position but should turn off when the engine starts If t...

Page 70: ...may come on or flash on and off while traction control is operating If the light stays on for more than three 3 seconds after the ignition is turned to the ON position or does not come on when the T C...

Page 71: ...e climate control system clock and radio are on the instrument panel 95 Clean the instrument panel lens and woodtone trim with a soft cloth and a glass cleaner Do not use paper towel or any abrasive c...

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Page 73: ...at the center of the instrument panel below the radio The heater will operate only when the ignition key is turned to the ON position Your heater will heat and or ventilate your vehicle interior depen...

Page 74: ...temperature area Any position selected between full right and full left will give a temperature between the two extreme temperatures The cool temperature you select will not be cooler than the outside...

Page 75: ...FLOOR is selected The air cannot be cooled in the FLOOR position but can be heated by rotating the temperature control knob into the RED area FLR DEF Select FLR DEF to get air to the floor and windsh...

Page 76: ...0 F 10 C or warmer the air will be dehumidified to remove moisture if you select FLR DEF or V DEF The control for the heating and air conditioning system Air conditioning 95 A C Select A C to get refr...

Page 77: ...ing your engine This will help to prevent windshield fogging After a few minutes of operation you may select another function To prevent humidity buildup inside your vehicle always drive with the clim...

Page 78: ...any snow that is on the rear window and side view mirrors before using the defroster With the engine running push the defroster button 95 After approximately 10 minutes the defroster will turn off If...

Page 79: ...amps and tail lamps use the knob that is on the instrument panel to the left of the steering wheel The knob for the exterior lights To turn on the parking lamps and tail lamps turn the knob clockwise...

Page 80: ...og lamps act as a supplement to the low beam headlamps under limited visibility conditions such as rain snow dust or fog The fog lamps operate only when the low beam headlamps are on To operate the fo...

Page 81: ...amp system is in the OFF position 95 The high beam indicator light on the instrument cluster will not be on A flashing high beam light in the instrument cluster indicates a failure in the DRL system c...

Page 82: ...and door handle lights come on whenever the headlamp switch is turned from the OFF position To dim the instrument panel lights use the thumbwheel on the instrument panel to the right of the steering w...

Page 83: ...r when the ignition key is turned to the ON or ACC position It will not turn off if either front door is open or if you move the dome lamp switch to the ON position 95 Your interior dome lamps and map...

Page 84: ...Clock 20 B The digital clock 95 1 To set the hour press and hold the hour button When the desired hour appears release the button 95 2 To set the minutes press and hold the minute button When the desi...

Page 85: ...ornering lamps 95 turn the high beams on off 95 flash the lamps 95 Turn Signals The turn signal lever 95 Move the lever up to signal a right turn Move it down to signal a left turn The corresponding i...

Page 86: ...he lever back to the off position 95 To flash the headlamps pull the lever toward you for a moment and then release it The headlamps will flash whether the headlamp knob is in the on or off position 9...

Page 87: ...e than 15 seconds continuously This could damage the washer pump system 93 RWARNING In freezing weather the washer solution may freeze on the windshield and obscure your vision Always warm up the wind...

Page 88: ...is running or not The flashers work for up to two hours when the battery is fully charged and in good condition without draining the battery excessively If the flashers run for longer than two hours o...

Page 89: ...C or in Canada the Canadian Radio and Telecommunications Commission CRTC approved may cause the speed control to malfunction Therefore use only properly installed FCC CRTC in Canada approved radio tra...

Page 90: ...ccelerate to the desired speed above 30 mph 50 km h using the accelerator pedal 3 Press the SET ACC switch and release it immediately to set your speed If you keep this switch depressed your speed wil...

Page 91: ...speed if it goes above your set speed on a downhill grade For the best fuel economy during normal driving conditions leave the vehicle in Overdrive or resume as soon as possible NOTE If your vehicle i...

Page 92: ...AP DOWN Press and then quickly release the COAST switch Each time you tap the switch the set speed will decrease by 1 mph 1 6 km h 95 If vehicle speed is reduced below 30 mph 50 km h by any of the abo...

Page 93: ...ling and Resuming a Set Speed If you press the brake pedal the speed control is suspended You can return to the set speed by pressing the RES switch as long as you did not press the OFF switch You mus...

Page 94: ...Locks for the Rear Doors In addition to standard or power locks your vehicle has childproof locks for the rear doors If you set these locks the rear doors cannot be opened from the inside of the vehi...

Page 95: ...ont door When you close the doors after you set the door locks the doors remain locked If the power mechanism fails the manual door lock will automatically override the power controls The power door l...

Page 96: ...ated on the hand held transmitter s that came with your vehicle The system will work with up to four transmitters Additional transmitters can be ordered from your dealer 95 The remote entry features o...

Page 97: ...l beep and the low beam headlamps and tail lamps will flash 2 95 Activating the remote personal alarm If you wish to activate the remote personal alarm press the PANIC button This will honk the horn a...

Page 98: ...E THE FRONT PART OF THE TRANSMITTER APART When installing the new batteries be sure to place the positive side down as marked Snap the two halves back together 2 95 Replacement additional transmitters...

Page 99: ...RECEIVED INCLUDING INTERFERENCE THAT MAY CAUSE UNDESIRED OPERATION 95 Windows 94 Power Windows If equipped 95 Each door has a power control that opens and closes the window on that door The driver s...

Page 100: ...To close the window you must press and hold the top of the switch Rear window lockout To lock out the rear window switches with the master controls slide the lockout switch to the left To restore ind...

Page 101: ...ont portion of the switch The glass panel will move to the closed position and stop 95 To tilt the moon roof into vent position when the glass panel is closed press the front portion of the switch 95...

Page 102: ...vehicle The shade automatically opens when the moon roof is opened 95 Seats 95 Head Restraints 95 If you use them properly head restraints will help protect your head and neck in a collision 95 A head...

Page 103: ...102 The four way head restraint 5 95 Manual Seats Manual seat adjustment 95 RWARNING Never adjust the driver s seat or seatback when the vehicle is moving 20 30 1996...

Page 104: ...5 RWARNING Do not pile cargo higher than the seatbacks to avoid injuring people in a collision or sudden stop Manual lumbar support If equipped The handwheel on the side of the seatback inflates and d...

Page 105: ...down The seat base controls on the driver s seat To move the seat forward or back slide the seat base control button forward or back To raise or lower the height of the seat base slide the button up o...

Page 106: ...rd or back Folding Rear Seats If equipped The release knobs for the split rear folding seatbacks are in the trunk Pull the knob to fold down the seat To raise the rear seatback push the seatback upwar...

Page 107: ...a leather and vinyl cleaner or a mild soap 4 95 Fabric 95 Remove dust and loose dirt with a whisk broom or a vacuum cleaner Remove fresh spots immediately Follow the directions that come with the clea...

Page 108: ...or adjusts the mirror on that side of the vehicle Move the control knob in the direction you want to move the mirror The left side mirror control right side similar Dual electric remote control mirror...

Page 109: ...appear smaller and farther away than they actually are 1 95 Do not clean the housing or glass of any mirror with harsh abrasives fuel or other petroleum based cleaning products Heated mirror feature I...

Page 110: ...atures 109 5 95 Sun Visors 95 Illuminated Visor Mirror If equipped Your vehicle may have lighted mirrors on the sun visors The mirror is lit by sliding open the mirror cover The visor mirror 20 30 199...

Page 111: ...may have a full console The full console has the following features The features on the full console Cupholder with Full Console To raise the pop up cup holder push and release the cupholder door the...

Page 112: ...ll storage pocket on the outside of the front seat base 95 Trunk To open the trunk manually use the oval key Remote Trunk Release If equipped The remote trunk release is on the floor to the left of th...

Page 113: ...has a remote control fuel filler door which cannot be opened from the outside To unlatch the fuel filler door firmly push down the front of the release handle which is on the floor to the left of the...

Page 114: ...e pointed end of the retention post from the rear and rotate forward to install Adjust the floor mat position to allow proper operation of accelerator pedal brake pedal and clutch pedal The positive r...

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Page 116: ...o increase decrease the volume Bars illuminate in the display to show the relative volume level 95 NOTE If the volume level is set above a certain listening level when the ignition switch is turned of...

Page 117: ...eleasing either the top a or bottom b half of the SEEK button To change frequencies quickly press and hold down either the top or bottom half of the SEEK button While you are manually tuning the displ...

Page 118: ...an be used to select up to 6 preset AM stations and 12 FM stations 6 in FM1 and 6 in FM2 95 1 Select a band then select a frequency 95 2 Press one of the memory buttons and hold the button until the s...

Page 119: ...station stored on memory button 1 95 To deactivate the Auto Memory Store mode and return to the manually set memory button stations or those stations set using Auto Memory Load simply push the AUTO PR...

Page 120: ...to the left speakers 95 Adjusting speaker fader 4 Fade control allows you to adjust the sound distribution between the front and rear speakers Push the AUDIO button repeatedly until the display reads...

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Page 122: ...d with the CD player Refer to earlier operating instructions on these controls 95 How to insert a disc and begin play 95 Insert one disc label side up into the disc opening When inserted the disc auto...

Page 123: ...side of the AMS control to locate a previous selection or the right e side of the AMS control to locate a later selection 95 How to fast forward or reverse your CD player 5 To quickly search for a par...

Page 124: ...feature will bring soft and loud passages closer together for a more consistent listening level 95 To turn the compression on press the COMPRESS button When on the compression indicator COMP will app...

Page 125: ...ed 95 How to eject the disc 95 Push the EJECT button in the upper left corner of your CD player to stop play eject the disc and resume radio or tape operation of your audio system 4 95 How To Take Car...

Page 126: ...o disassemble the case Refer servicing to qualified personnel only 95 Common Operating Conditions of Your CD Player 95 The following information is designed to help you recognize typical situations th...

Page 127: ...p mode 95 Moisture may have condensed on the lenses within the unit If this occurs remove the disc and wait approximately an hour until the moisture evaporates 95 If the sound skips 95 Badly scratched...

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Page 130: ...isplay show the relative volume level 95 NOTE If the volume level is set above a certain listening level when the ignition switch is turned off when the ignition switch is turned back on the volume wi...

Page 131: ...select the next listenable station up the frequency band Press the left b side of the button to select the next listenable station down the frequency band By holding the button down listenable statio...

Page 132: ...or approximately a five second sampling This continues until you press the SCAN button a second time The display flashes AM or FM 95 Setting the Station Memory Preset buttons 95 Your radio is equipped...

Page 133: ...ontrol allows you to adjust the sound distribution between the right and left speakers Push the AUDIO button repeatedly until the display reads BAL Push the right side of the VOLUME button to shift th...

Page 134: ...acks 95 Using the Automatic Music Search AMS 95 Press and hold the AMS button AMS will appear in the display Then push the left h button to rewind to the beginning of the current selection or press th...

Page 135: ...yback sound and proper tape operation 95 Only cassettes that are 90 minutes long or less should be used Tapes longer than 90 minutes are thinner and subject to breakage or may jam the tape player mech...

Page 136: ...yond this distance the radio is operating in a fringe area and the signal becomes weaker 95 2 Terrain 95 The terrain hilly mountainous tall buildings of the area over which the signal travels may prev...

Page 137: ...vehicle warranty booklet for further information Ask your dealer for a copy of this limited warranty 90 Service 95 At Ford Electronics we stand behind our audio systems with a comprehensive service an...

Page 138: ...ual transaxle 94 If you are not sure which transaxle your vehicle has talk to your dealer 95 Your vehicle is equipped with an Electronic Powertrain Control Module that limits engine and or vehicle spe...

Page 139: ...afety feature This feature prevents the gearshift from being moved from the P Park position until the brake pedal is depressed This feature is active when the ignition is in the ON position If the gea...

Page 140: ...the LOCK position When the gearshift is in any position except P Park the ignition key cannot be turned to LOCK or removed from the steering column TO REMOVE THE KEY the gearshift lever must be in P P...

Page 141: ...on the slightest incline unless the parking brake or brakes are on 95 Driving 4 Your vehicle s gearshift is console mounted on the floor The Transaxle Control Switch TCS is located on the gearshift ha...

Page 142: ...ansaxle Control Switch activated 4 D Overdrive is the usual driving position for an automatic overdrive transaxle It automatically upshifts or downshifts as the vehicle speeds or slows 4 However D Ove...

Page 143: ...ke the vehicle when going down hills where 2 Second is not sufficient 5 Do not go faster than 38 mph 60 km h in this gear You can upshift from 1 First to 2 Second or from 1 First to D Overdrive at any...

Page 144: ...off the brake pedal and then slowly release the clutch pedal You may need to press down slowly on the accelerator at the same time that you release the clutch pedal 95 Do not drive with your foot res...

Page 145: ...d place the gearshift lever in the Neutral position Do not release the clutch pedal 4 NOTE If the following step is not followed a grinding noise may occur 4 3 Wait a minimum of three seconds before a...

Page 146: ...Driving Your Contour 147 5 Upshifting 95 Most of the time you should upshift at the following speeds 4 5 23 16 1996...

Page 147: ...If you do it could cause a complete clutch failure making your vehicle inoperative 5 Traction Control If equipped 5 The traction control system prevents the wheels from spinning on slippery roads 5 W...

Page 148: ...n as soon as possible to restore the benefits of the traction control feature You do not need to have the vehicle towed in 95 Steering Your Vehicle 1 95 Your vehicle comes with power steering Power st...

Page 149: ...r vehicle s stopping distance Brake rotor damage may also eventually occur 95 NOTE If you are driving down a long or steep hill shift to a lower gear and do not apply your brakes continuously If you a...

Page 150: ...e 3 seconds shut off the engine and restart If it stays on that means the Anti lock Brake feature is not working and should be serviced immediately to restore the benefits of the Anti lock feature Nor...

Page 151: ...s To set the parking brake put your foot on the brake pedal while pulling the parking brake handle fully and firmly upward 89 To release the parking brake put your foot on the brake pedal pull the han...

Page 152: ...rom your previous vehicle Use care until you become accustomed to its various features and driving characteristics 95 Operate your vehicle within reasonable limits Sudden acceleration deceleration tur...

Page 153: ...injure someone 95 If you have an automatic transaxle and your vehicle gets stuck for example in mud or snow you may try to rock it out of the spot Shift in a steady rhythm between forward and reverse...

Page 154: ...ssengers and cargo should never be more than the Gross Vehicle Weight Rating GVWR Also the weight that your vehicle carries over the front axle and rear axle should never be more than the Gross Axle W...

Page 155: ...ese items use the following procedure to figure the weight of a load 95 1 Weigh your vehicle without the driver passengers and luggage You might take your vehicle to a shipping company or an inspectio...

Page 156: ...ter than 55 mph 90 km h while towing a 1 000 lb 454 kg trailer 95 Your vehicle does not come from the factory fully equipped to tow No towing packages are available through Ford or Lincoln Mercury dea...

Page 157: ...age loss of control and personal injury 95 RWARNING Do not tow a trailer when the temporary spare tire is being used 95 You should also limit your trailer s load when you tow in high altitudes 95 Prep...

Page 158: ...make your vehicle easier to handle 1 95 Connecting the safety chains 95 Always attach the trailer s safety chains to your vehicle They help protect your trailer if the hitch breaks 95 To connect the t...

Page 159: ...or hooking up your trailer s lights see your local trailer dealer and your Ford dealer Be sure to follow their instructions carefully 95 If you do not install trailer lights correctly you may cause da...

Page 160: ...his will give more engine braking on downgrades The automatic transaxle will automatically downshift to the proper gear on upgrades 1 95 If you use the speed control while you are towing on very long...

Page 161: ...urself when charging a battery always shield your face and eyes Make sure that you can breathe fresh air 5 95 RWARNING Applying too much pressure on the ends when lifting a battery could cause acid to...

Page 162: ...he hood of the disabled vehicle Make sure the vehicles do not touch each other Set the parking brake on both vehicles and stay clear of the engine cooling fan and other moving parts 95 4 Check all bat...

Page 163: ...ischarged battery 95 4 Connect the other end of the second cable to a good metallic surface on the engine or frame of the disabled vehicle 95 RWARNING Do not connect the end of the second cable to the...

Page 164: ...166 06 E Sequence for connecting jumper cables 4 30 1996...

Page 165: ...er cables 95 1 Always remove the jumper cables in the reverse order Remove the negative end of the jumper cable from the metallic surface on the engine or frame of the disabled vehicle 95 2 Remove the...

Page 166: ...lat tire and replace it as soon as you can This spare tire is marked with the words TEMPORARY USE ONLY so that you can easily identify it 93 RWARNING If you use the temporary spare tire continuously o...

Page 167: ...tire it reduces the ground clearance Your vehicle may get caught in the rails and it could be damaged 95 Spare Tire Location 95 The spare tire is stored under the carpet on the floor of the trunk You...

Page 168: ...site to the tire 95 RWARNING If the vehicle slips off the jack you or someone else could be seriously injured 95 2 Get out the spare tire and jack 95 RWARNING To avoid injury never run the engine with...

Page 169: ...de of the vehicle are marked by arrows in the rocker panel On sport models with skirts you must remove a portion of the skirt before placing the jack under the vehicle Squeeze the removeable portion o...

Page 170: ...ire making sure that the air valve stem is facing outward 95 4 Reinstall the lug nuts tightening until the wheel is snug against the hub The beveled edges on the lug nuts face inward Do not fully tigh...

Page 171: ...jack and wrench away Make sure the jack is securely fastened so it does not rattle when you drive 95 9 Unblock the wheels Removing and Replacing Styled Polycast Wheel Ornaments To remove a wheel ornam...

Page 172: ...st Ford or Lincoln Mercury dealer who has access to a master set of keys 95 DO NOT USE A POWER IMPACT WRENCH ON THE LUG NUT KEY The anti theft lug nut and key 95 Removing the anti theft lug nut 95 Ins...

Page 173: ...rt or if you have had a collision the fuel pump shut off switch may have been triggered The shut off switch is a device that stops the fuel pump when your vehicle has been involved in a substantial jo...

Page 174: ...rator what kind of vehicle you have A towing manual is available from Ford Motor Company for all authorized tow truck operators Have your tow truck driver refer to this manual for the proper hook up a...

Page 175: ...e ignition to the OFF position 95 Unlock the steering wheel Do not tow your vehicle at a speed faster than 35 mph 55 km h or for a distance greater than 50 miles 80 km unless the drive wheels are plac...

Page 176: ...our battery if it is dead 94 Unlock your vehicle if you are locked out 94 Bring you fuel if you run out 94 Tow your vehicle if you are stranded Even non warranty related tows like accidents or getting...

Page 177: ...e able to resolve your concern 95 If you are not satisfied with the service you received from your dealership s service department talk to the service manager at the dealership or if you still are not...

Page 178: ...the year and make of your vehicle 95 the date purchased 95 the current mileage on your vehicle 3 95 your Vehicle Identification Number VIN listed on your owner card and or your vehicle ownership licen...

Page 179: ...Review 95 The Board reviews all product performance and service complaints on Ford Mercury and Lincoln Cars and Ford and Mercury Light Trucks under warranty that have not been resolved by a dealer or...

Page 180: ...ess leadership qualities 95 If the involved vehicle is within 36 months and 36 000 miles of the date of delivery warranty start date you have a right to make an oral presentation before the Board by i...

Page 181: ...rite to the Board at the following address to request a brochure application You will be sent a brochure and a one page customer application form The form should be completed and mailed to the same ad...

Page 182: ...the action you want done to resolve your concern 95 Should your application NOT qualify for review an explanation will be mailed to you 95 Reporting Safety Defects U S Only 95 If you believe that you...

Page 183: ...live in Canada and have any questions or concerns that the dealership cannot answer contact the Customer Assistance Centre 95 Please have the following information available when contacting the Custom...

Page 184: ...r Service Maintenance Concerns U S or Canada earlier in this chapter 95 Consumers wishing to obtain further information about the program can obtain an information booklet from your dealer or contact...

Page 185: ...t is caused by use of improper fuel 95 You may also have difficulty importing your vehicle back into the U S if you use leaded fuel 95 If your vehicle must be serviced while you are traveling or livin...

Page 186: ...ccessories have been engineered specifically to fulfill your automotive needs They are custom designed to complement the style and aerodynamic appearance of your Ford built vehicle In addition each ac...

Page 187: ...190 Safety Comfort and Convenience 3 1996...

Page 188: ...FCC or CRTC regulations and should be installed only by a qualified technician NOTE Mobile communications systems may harm the operation of your vehicle particularly if they are not properly designed...

Page 189: ...192 3 1996...

Page 190: ...Accessories 193 3 1996...

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Page 192: ...and Record booklet 95 This chapter tells you about the basic parts that you need to check and service regularly 95 If your vehicle needs professional servicing your dealership can provide the parts a...

Page 193: ...l when inspecting or servicing your vehicle Here are some general precautions for your safety 3 95 Do not work on a hot engine The engine cooling fan may come on unexpectedly Always turn the engine of...

Page 194: ...engine off 95 3 Block the wheels This will prevent your vehicle from moving unexpectedly 95 Working with the engine on 95 1 Set the parking brake fully and make sure the gearshift is securely latched...

Page 195: ...nder the bottom left corner of the instrument panel The hood release under the instrument panel 2 95 2 Go to the front of the vehicle and release the auxiliary latch that is located under the hood at...

Page 196: ...op rod is in its retainer and that the hood latches securely 95 NOTE Apply lubricant to the hood latch at six month intervals to maintain smooth and trouble free operation 95 NOTE Read and understand...

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Page 199: ...ributor and air intake must be covered Covering these components will help prevent water damage 95 Never wash or rinse the engine while it is running Water getting into the engine may cause internal d...

Page 200: ...side near the back To fill the fuel tank 95 1 After opening the fuel filler door remove the cap carefully and slowly by turning it counterclockwise 1 2 to 3 4 turn If a hissing sound is heard wait unt...

Page 201: ...et fuel filler cap the customer warranty may be void for any damage to the fuel tank and or fuel system 5 95 Choosing the Right Fuel 95 Use only UNLEADED FUEL in your vehicle Using leaded fuel is proh...

Page 202: ...roblems when the engine is cold it may be caused by fuel with low volatility Try a different brand of fuel If the condition persists see your dealer or a qualified service technician 95 Gasolines for...

Page 203: ...uel is swallowed call a physician or poison control center immediately 95 Avoid breathing vapors while refueling 95 If fuel is splashed on the skin wash with soap and water 95 If fuel is splashed in t...

Page 204: ...ine with the air cleaner removed Doing so could result in fire and personal injury 5 95 Fuel Economy 95 Fuel economy is an estimate of the efficiency of your vehicle and can be calculated as Miles Per...

Page 205: ...your style of driving The EPA fuel economy estimate is not a guarantee that you will achieve the fuel economy shown 95 The following decrease fuel economy 95 Lack of regular scheduled maintenance 95 R...

Page 206: ...spout and windshield washer fluid 95 Check the engine oil at every refueling stop 95 Clean the windshield outside mirrors and headlights 95 Check windshield washer fluid 95 Check tires for excessive w...

Page 207: ...cking and Adding Engine Oil 95 Since the proper amount of engine oil is important for safe engine operation check the oil using the dipstick each time you put fuel in your vehicle Remember the engine...

Page 208: ...e oil must be removed from the engine 2 5L engine Carefully pull the dipstick out again If the oil level is below the MIN line add engine oil as necessary If the oil level is above the letter M in MAX...

Page 209: ...may be necessary to add some oil between oil changes 95 Changing the Engine Oil and the Oil Filter Change the engine oil and oil filter per the following whichever occurs first 95 Refer to the Mainte...

Page 210: ...Coolant 3 95 Checking the Engine Coolant 95 NOTE Be sure to read and understand Precautions When Servicing Your Vehicle at the beginning of this chapter 95 RWARNING The cooling fan is automatic and ma...

Page 211: ...e at or above the MIN mark When the engine is hot the coolant level should be at the MAX mark If the level is below the indicator mark in either condition coolant may need to be added 95 The coolant a...

Page 212: ...x 95 Have your dealer check the engine cooling system for leaks if you have to add a quart liter of engine coolant more than once a month 95 Add engine coolant only to the recovery reservoir If the co...

Page 213: ...methanol antifreeze If you do not use the proper coolant the aluminum engine on your vehicle will corrode 95 Ford Motor Company expressly authorizes the Ford Rotunda engine coolant recycling process a...

Page 214: ...ach battery terminal to help prevent corrosion Battery Replacement 95 If your original equipment battery requires replacement under warranty it may in some cases be replaced by a Motorcraft low mainte...

Page 215: ...clothing immediately flush the area with water for at least 15 minutes If someone swallows the acid have him or her drink lots of milk or water first then Milk of Magnesia a beaten egg or vegetable o...

Page 216: ...gine to idle for one minute in N Neutral and one minute in D Drive Perform the previous procedure with the air conditioning if equipped on and off conditions permitting The relearning process will com...

Page 217: ...ially formulated washer fluids contain additives that dissolve road grime For safety reasons washer fluids containing an appropriate antifreeze such as methanol should be used in freezing weather temp...

Page 218: ...move the wipers manually Manually moving the wipers across the windshield may damage them 01 Wiper blade replacement 5 If the wiper blades still do not work properly after you clean them you may need...

Page 219: ...bber weatherstrip at the back of the engine compartment Remove the screws that hold the grille separate the two halves and remove the grille Removing the grille 4 The filter is in a housing at the bac...

Page 220: ...e housing 6 Replace the grille and wiper arms 95 Tires 95 Look at your tires each time you fill your fuel tank If one tire looks lower than the others check the pressure in all of them Always follow t...

Page 221: ...vehicle has been parked for at least one hour or has been driven less than 3 miles 5 km You can find the proper cold pressure and load limits of recommended size tires on the Tire Pressure Decal on th...

Page 222: ...t show wear bands When your tire shows a wear band it has only 1 16 inch 2 mm of tread left 7 A A worn out tire 95 Because your vehicle s tires may wear unevenly you may need to replace them before a...

Page 223: ...tandards that the United States Department of Transportation has set 95 Tire Quality Grades apply to new pneumatic tires for use on passenger cars They do not apply to deep tread winter type snow tire...

Page 224: ...C 95 The temperature grades are A the highest B and C representing the tire s resistance to the generation of heat and its ability to dissipate heat when tested under controlled conditions on a specif...

Page 225: ...void scratches or damage Tire chains cannot be fitted with 205 60R tires 94 Local regulations may prohibit or restrict the use of tire chains Investigate the laws and regulations in your area before i...

Page 226: ...up transaxle fluid Refer to the Maintenance Schedule and Record booklet for replacement intervals However if the transaxle is not working properly for instance the transaxle may slip or shift slowly...

Page 227: ...do not add fluid Recheck the fluid level after your vehicle has reached normal operating temperature 95 Normal operating temperature is reached after driving approximately 20 miles 30 km The fluid lev...

Page 228: ...he dipstick excess fluid should be removed by a qualified technician 4 95 NOTE Always dispose of used automotive fluids in a responsible manner Follow your community s standards for disposing of these...

Page 229: ...reservoir The fluid level should be at or near the MAX mark 95 RWARNING Brake fluid is toxic 95 If brake fluid contacts eyes flush eyes with running water for 15 minutes Get medical attention if irri...

Page 230: ...evel is excessively low below the seam or ridge on the outside of the plastic reservoir have the brake system inspected 95 RWARNING Do not let the reservoir for the master cylinder run dry This may ca...

Page 231: ...MAX marking on the transparent reservoir If it drops to or below the MIN mark top off with the specified fluid The power steering fluid reservoir Use only power steering fluid that meets Ford s Speci...

Page 232: ...The following charts tell you which circuit protector protects each electrical part of your vehicle If a fuse blows or a circuit breaker opens a circuit all the parts of your vehicle that use the cir...

Page 233: ...236 A The power distribution box fuses and relays Spare fuses are located in the power distribution box under the hood 9 28 1996...

Page 234: ...Servicing Your Contour 237 9 28 1996...

Page 235: ...238 9 28 1996...

Page 236: ...uit Breakers and Relays The instrument panel fuse panel is underneath the instrument panel on the left side To open it reach under the instrument panel and push the release button to the right of the...

Page 237: ...240 C The instrument panel fuses 9 28 1996...

Page 238: ...Servicing Your Contour 241 9 28 1996...

Page 239: ...instrument panel fuse panel find the number of the fuse you want to check 3 Find the corresponding fuse and remove it with the fuse pulling tool that is provided 4 Check the fuse to see if it is blow...

Page 240: ...re 3 95 Circuit Breakers If you need to check a circuit breaker that is on the instrument panel fuse panel see Checking and replacing fuses to find out how to locate the fuse panel and pull it down 95...

Page 241: ...idea to check the operation of the following lights frequently 95 headlamps 95 tail lamps 95 brakelamps 95 high mount brakelamp 95 hazard flasher 95 turn signals 95 side markers 95 license plate lamp...

Page 242: ...of time contaminants may enter the headlamp housing and affect its performance 95 Removing the headlamp bulb 95 1 Make sure that the headlamp knob is in the OFF position 95 2 Lift the hood and find t...

Page 243: ...e back seat remove the back of the brakelamp assembly Depress the two retaining tabs on the ends of the assembly and pull off the back Turn the burned out bulb counterclockwise and pull it out Push in...

Page 244: ...Servicing Your Contour 247 Using the Right Bulbs 9 28 1996...

Page 245: ...on while your vehicle is moving especially at high speeds 95 Have the services listed in the Maintenance Schedule and Record booklet performed according to the specified schedule The scheduled mainten...

Page 246: ...ine or exhaust system 95 By law anyone who manufactures repairs services sells leases trades vehicles or supervises a fleet of vehicles is not permitted to intentionally remove an emission control dev...

Page 247: ...irement in the minimum amount of time refer to the OBD II Drive Cycle defined below If the vehicle owner cannot or does not want to do the additional driving required by law a service center can perfo...

Page 248: ...celeration from idles at 1 4 to 1 2 throttle position and 95 c choose 3 different speeds to do 1 5 minute steady state throttle drives 95 7 Accelerate the vehicle up to between 45 and 60 mph 70 100 km...

Page 249: ...252 95 Refill Capacities Motorcraft Parts and Lubricant Specifications 95 Refill Capacities 9 28 1996...

Page 250: ...Servicing Your Contour 253 95 Motorcraft Parts 9 28 1996...

Page 251: ...254 95 Lubricant Specifications 9 28 1996...

Page 252: ...to protect against rust and damage 95 Body 95 Wash vehicle thoroughly to remove dirt grease oil tar or mud from exterior surfaces rear wheel housing and underside of front fenders 95 Periodically was...

Page 253: ...e added whenever actual or expected storage periods exceed 60 days Follow the instructions on the label The vehicle should then be operated at idle speed to circulate the additive throughout the fuel...

Page 254: ...ased 1 95 Tires 95 Maintain recommended air pressure 95 Miscellaneous 95 Make sure all linkages cables levers and clevis pins under vehicle are covered with grease to prevent rust 95 Move vehicles at...

Page 255: ...258 5 9 28 1996...

Page 256: ...261 Warning label locations 996...

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Page 267: ...belts 17 Air cleaner filter location 199 specifications 253 Alarm activating remote personal 96 Antenna radio see Electronic sound system 136 Antifreeze see Engine coolant 213 Anti lock brake system A...

Page 268: ...cycling 218 replacement specifications 253 when storing your vehicle 256 Brake fluid brake warning light 57 checking and adding 232 description 232 specifications 254 Brakelamp high mount brakelamp 24...

Page 269: ...n see Child safety seats 26 Cassette tape player see Electronic sound system 134 Catalytic converter 248 Chains tires 228 Changing a tire 168 Charging system warning light 58 Childproof locks 93 Child...

Page 270: ...rior trim 106 washing 5 wheels 229 windows 76 Clutch operation while driving 145 shifting the gears 145 specifications 254 Cold engine starting 46 Combination lap and shoulder belts 9 Compact disc pla...

Page 271: ...6 Dipstick automatic transaxle fluid 229 engine oil 210 power steering fluid 234 Disabled vehicle see Towing 175 Dispute Settlement Board 182 Doors 93 lubricant specifications 254 Driving under specia...

Page 272: ...48 Engine check engine warning light 61 does not start 47 fuel injected engine starting 43 45 fuel pump shut off switch 50 preparing to start 44 refill capacities 252 service points 199 starting 45 st...

Page 273: ...Service Plan Ford 4 F Flashers hazard 86 Flashing the lamps 84 Flat tire 168 Fluid refill capacities 252 Foglamps 78 Ford Dispute Settlement Board 182 Ford Extended Service Plan 4 Ford of Canada Custo...

Page 274: ...0 starting after a collision 50 Fuse panels instrument panel 242 Fuses charts 242 checking and replacing 242 circuit breakers 243 G Gas cap see Fuel cap 202 Gas mileage see Fuel economy 207 Gasoline s...

Page 275: ...amps aiming 244 checking alignment 244 cleaning 79 daytime running lights 79 flashing 84 high beam 84 replacing bulbs 245 turning on and off 77 warning chime 60 Head restraints 101 High beams indicato...

Page 276: ...terior 80 location of components 69 J Jack operation 171 Jump starting your vehicle attaching cables 164 disconnecting cables 167 K Keys key in ignition chime 43 positions of the ignition 41 removing...

Page 277: ...Lights warning and indicator air bag 60 anti lock brakes ABS 66 brake 57 charging system 58 check engine 61 engine oil pressure 58 high beam 59 low coolant 67 oil pressure 58 safety belt 56 turn sign...

Page 278: ...l Highway Traffic Safety Administration 185 New vehicle break in 4 O Odometer trip odometer 65 Oil filter 253 Oil see Engine oil 209 Oil viscosity 209 On board diagnostic OBD II system 250 Overseas of...

Page 279: ...d systems 115 Rear axle refill capacity 252 Rear window 98 Refill capacities for fluids 252 Remote entry system locking unlocking doors 95 opening the trunk 95 panic alarm 96 replacement additional tr...

Page 280: ...14 for adults 7 for children 25 for infants 25 head 101 lap and shoulder belts 9 lap belt 13 maintenance 15 proper use 7 replacement 15 warning light and chime 56 Safety seats for children and air ba...

Page 281: ...168 Spark plugs specifications 253 Special driving conditions 153 Specification chart lubricants 254 Speed control accelerating 90 canceling a set speed 91 resetting 90 resuming a set speed 91 tap up...

Page 282: ...ning 79 Temperature control see Climate control 71 Tether anchor installation see Child restraints 37 Tires changing 168 checking the pressure 223 cleaning 229 replacing 225 rotating 224 snow tires an...

Page 283: ...e automatic operation 139 fluid checking and adding automatic 229 fluid refill capacities 252 lubricant specifications 254 Transaxle control switch 142 Trip odometer 65 Trunk using the remote entry sy...

Page 284: ...cle storage 255 Ventilating your vehicle see Climate control 71 Viscosity see Engine oil 209 Visor see Sun visor 109 W Warm engine starting 47 Warning chimes headlamps on 60 key in ignition 43 safety...

Page 285: ...nuts 170 Windows 98 power windows operating 98 Windshield washer fluid and wipers checking and adding fluid 219 checking and replacing wiper blades 221 operation 84 reservoir 219 specifications 220 v...

Page 286: ...292 Service Station Information 9 10 1996...

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