1997 FORD CONTOUR fuses

160
[ER04300(ALL)12/95]
7-1/2 pica art:0001319-A
The side view of a typical fuse
[ER04400(ALL)12/95]
eight pica
chart:0001255-B*
[ER04500(ALL)01/96]
RWARNING
Always replace a fuse with one that has the specified
amperage rating. Using a fuse with a higher amperage
rating can cause severe wire damage and could start a
fire.
%*
[ER04600(ALL)01/96]
Circuit Breakers
[ER04700(ALL)12/95]
If you need to check a circuit breaker that is on the instrument
panel fuse panel, seeChecking and replacing fusesto find out how
to locate the fuse panel and pull it down.
*
[ER04800(ALL)01/96]
Diagnostic equipment is needed to check circuit breakers. Refer
to the manufacturer's instructions.
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E
Electrical system
circuit breakers................... 160
fuses......................151, 159
relays....................... 151
Electronic radio with cassette (see Electronic
sound system).................. 38
Electronic sound system
antenna....................... 44
tuning the radio................. 25,39
warranty and service information............ 45
Electronic stereo cassette radio (see Electronic
sound system).................. 38
Electronic stereo radio (see Electronic sound system).... 38
Emergencies, roadside
assistance..................... 237
battery acid spills................169, 199
fuel........................ 213
jump-starting.................... 169
towing....................... 174
Emergency brake (parking brake)............ 128
Emission control system................ 216
catalytic converter.................. 216
emissions warranty................ 3,216
Engine
check engine warning light.............. 18
does not start..................120, 149
fuel injected engine, starting...........117±118
fuel pump shut-off switch.............. 149
preparing to start.................. 117
refill capacities................... 230
service points.................... 181
starting...................... 118
starting after a collision............... 149
storing your vehicle................. 233
Engine block heater.................. 122
Engine coolant.................... 191
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Index
Fuel filter, specifications................ 229
Fuel gauge....................... 19
Fuel pump shut-off switch
engine does not start................ 149
starting after a collision............... 149
Fuse panels, instrument panel.............. 156
Fuses
charts....................... 158
checking and replacing............... 159
circuit breakers................... 160
G
Gas cap (see Fuel cap)................. 209
Gas mileage (see Fuel economy)............ 215
Gasoline (see Fuel)................... 209
Gauges, Mechanical
engine coolant temperature gauge........... 19
fuel gauge...................... 19
odometer....................... 21
speedometer..................... 20
tachometer...................... 21
trip odometer..................... 21
GAWR (Gross Axle Weight Rating)
calculating..................... 140
definition...................... 139
driving with a heavy load.............. 139
location...................... 139
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