Positioning:
Professional-grade technical resource for DIY enthusiasts and independent repair shops.
Value Proposition:
Offers substantial savings on repair costs by empowering owners with expert knowledge.
Manufacturer Origin:
Original Ford Workshop Manual content, same used by dealership technicians.
Accessibility:
Instant download provides immediate access to repair information.
Completeness:
Guaranteed complete and intact with no missing or corrupt parts.
Engine Service Repair:
Complete Engine Service and Repair
Transmission Service Repair:
Complete Transmission Service and Repair (Manual and Automatic)
Brake System:
Comprehensive Brake System Service and Repair
Electrical System:
Detailed Electrical System Diagnosis and Repair
Wiring Diagrams:
Integrated Wiring Diagrams for Ease of Use
Suspension:
Complete Suspension System Service and Repair
Steering:
Complete Steering System Service and Repair
Cooling System:
Complete Cooling System Service and Repair
Fuel Injection Fuel System:
Comprehensive Fuel Injection and Fuel System Service and Repair
Emission System:
Emission System Diagnosis and Repair
HVAC:
Heater and Air Conditioning System Service and Repair
Engine Control System:
Engine Control System Diagnosis and Repair
Chassis Body:
Chassis and Body Repair Procedures
Restraint System:
Restraint System (Airbags, Seatbelts) Service
Interior:
Interior Component Service and Repair
Differential Drive:
Differential and Drive System Service
Axle:
Axle Service and Repair
General Maintenance:
General Maintenance Procedures and Schedules
Periodic Lubrication:
Periodic Lubrication Charts and Procedures
Troubleshooting:
Comprehensive Troubleshooting Guides for Common Issues
Repair Procedures:
Detailed Step-by-Step Repair Procedures
Diagnostics:
Diagnostic Procedures for Various Systems
Disassembly Assembly:
Component Disassembly and Reassembly Instructions
Cleaning Reinstallation:
Component Cleaning and Reinstallation Procedures
Specifications:
Critical Specifications for Repairs and Maintenance
Depth:
Professional Technician Level (covers diagnostics, repair, and maintenance for all systems)
Illustrations:
Detailed Illustrations, Drawings, and Photos with Enlarged Insets
Instructions Format:
Numbered Step-by-Step Instructions with Notes, Cautions, and Warnings
File Format Details:
PDF (Portable Document Format)
Printability:
Full Printable Specifications
Zoom Capability:
Zoom IN/OUT Capability
Binding:
Digital Download (No physical binding)
Paper Type:
N/A (Digital Format)
Software Requirements:
Adobe PDF Reader & WinZip
Compatibility:
All Versions of Windows & Mac
Engine Options:
2.0L Zetec I4, 2.5L Duratec V6 (GL, SE, LX, SVT trims)
2.0L Zetec Hp:
125 hp @ 5500 rpm (approx.)
2.5L Duratec V6 Hp:
170 hp @ 6000 rpm (approx.)
2.5L Duratec V6 Torque:
165 lb-ft @ 4250 rpm (approx.)
Fuel Delivery:
Electronic Fuel Injection (EFI)
NHTSA Side Impact Rating:
Not applicable for model year testing as per available data, but Contour generally aimed for good safety.
ABS:
Anti-lock Braking System (ABS) - Standard on most trims.
Airbags:
Driver and Passenger Frontal Airbags
Oil Change Interval:
Typically 3,000 - 5,000 miles or 6 months (refer to manual for exact specification based on oil type and driving conditions).
Timing Belt Replacement:
Zetec engines: 100,000 miles or 10 years (critical to replace to avoid engine damage).
Engine Oil Specification:
5W-30 API SG/SH or higher (check manual for specific viscosity based on temperature).
Coolant Specification:
Ford Super Premium Engine Coolant (Green) or equivalent ethylene glycol-based coolant with corrosion inhibitors.
Automatic Transmission Fluid:
Mercon V ATF (or equivalent specification)
Common Problems:
Intake manifold runner control (IMRC) issues, sagging headliners, power window regulator failures, EGR valve issues, front suspension component wear.
Ford Performance Focus:
Ford Contour was part of Ford's push for more European-influenced, driver-focused vehicles.
Global Platform:
Based on the European Ford Mondeo platform, offering a sportier driving dynamic than many US contemporaries.
Production Start Year:
1994 (for 1995 model year)
Production End Year:
2000 (for 2000 model year)
Manufacturing Location:
Kansas City, Missouri, USA