1998 FORD CONTOUR light

Roadside emergencies
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Power distribution box (engine compartment)
RelayCircuits switched
R 1
R 2
R 3
R 4
R 5
R 6
R 7
R 8
R 9
R 10
R 11
D1
Passenger compartment fuse
panel
To check or change a fuse or a
relay, open the fuse box by pulling
down the lock release lever (1).
1
Daytime running lights
Radiator fan relay (high speed)
Air conditioning
Air conditioning clutch relay
Radiator fan relay (low speed)
Starter solenoid
Horn
Electrically operated fuel pump
Low beam headlamps
High beam headlamps
EEC module
Reverse voltage protection
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Roadside emergencies
116A blown fuse can be identified by a
break in the wire. Use the fuse
puller (2) attached to the cover of
the power distribution box to
change a fuse.
All fuses are a push fit.
Five reserve fuses with different
current ratings are attached to the
inside cover of the power
distribution box in case of
emergency fuse replacement.
192021R16 R15
R14 R12R13
22232425262728
29303132333435363738
D2
Passenger compartment fuse panel (below instrument panel)
Relay
Circuit switched
R 12
R 13
R 14
R 15
R 16
D 2Interior lighting
Rear window defrost
Heater blower motor
Wiper motor
Ignition
Reverse voltage protection
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Passenger compartment fuse panel (below instrument panel)
FuseAmpere
ratingColorCircuits protected
19
20
21
22
23
24
25
26
27
28
29
30
31
32
33
34
35
36
37
38—
C10
40
7.5
15
15
20
7.5
15
30
30
7.5
7.5
7.5
7.5
7.5
7.5
10
30
——
black
orange
brown
light blue
light blue
yellow
brown
light blue
light green
light green
brown
brown
brown
brown
brown
brown
red
light green
–Not used
Wiper motors (circuit breaker)
Power windows
ABS module
Backup lamps
Brake lamps
Door locks
Main light
Cigar lighter
Electric seats
Rear window defrost
Engine management system
Instrument panel illumination
Radio
Parking lamps - driver’s side
Interior lighting/electric mirror
adjustment/clock
Parking lamps - passenger’s side
Air bag
Heater blower motor
Not used
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Fuse rating
7.5 amp
10 amp
15 amp
20 amp
30 amp
30 amp fuse link
40 amp
60 amp fuse link
80 amp fuse link
100 amp fuse linkColor
brown
red
blue
yellow
light green
pink
green
yellow
black
blue
Relay
R 18
R 20
R 21
R 22
R 23
R 24
R 25
R 26“One touch” switch
(driver’s window)
Not used
Not used
Foglamps
Turn signals
Panic alarm –
driver’s side
Panic alarm –
right-hand side
Not usedDriver’s door
—
—
Module bracket
Steering column
Door lock module bracket
Door lock module bracket
—
Circuits switchedLocation Standard fuse amperage ratings
and colors
3 ampviolet
Auxiliary relays (outside of fuse boxes)
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Roadside emergencies
119
CHANGING TIRES
Park your vehicle in such a position
that neither the traffic nor you are
hindered or endangered when
changing the tire. Ensure that the
vehicle is on firm, level ground. If
necessary, secure your vehicle
further by blocking the wheels with
chocks.
Activate the hazard lights.
Apply the parking brake and
engage first or reverse gear or, if
the vehicle has an automatic
transaxle, select the P (Park)
position.
If parking on a slope is unavoidable,
secure the wheels with suitable
chocks.
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Removing a tire
1. Apply the parking brake and 1
(first) gear (manual transaxle) or
the P (Park) position (automatic
transaxle).
2. Activate the hazard flashers.
3. The driver and all passengers
must leave the vehicle.
4. Secure the vehicle against rolling
or sliding.
5. Insert the tapered end of the
jack handle between the rim and
hub cover and push in. Twist off to
remove the cover.
6. Loosen the wheel nuts slightly.
Tire changing procedure
7. Place jack with complete support
surface on the ground.
8. The jack must be applied exactly
vertical to the jacking point of the
vehicle.
9. Jack up the vehicle until the tire
is clear of the ground. Unscrew and
remove the wheel nuts and remove
the wheel.
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Maintenance and care
128SERVICE RECOMMENDATIONS
•We highlight do-it-yourself items
in the engine compartment for
easy location.
•As possible, we design parts that
can be replaced without tools.
•We provide you with a “Service
Guide” which makes tracking
routine service for your vehicle
easy.
If your vehicle requires
professional service, your Ford
dealership can provide necessary
parts and service. Check your
“Warranty Guide” to find out which
parts and services are covered.
Use only recommended fuels,
lubricants, fluids and service parts
conforming to specifications.
Motorcraft parts are designed and
built to provide the best
performance in your vehicle.
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Maintenance and care
138Brake/clutch fluid reservoir
Brake and clutch fluid systems are
supplied from the same reservoir.
The level of the fluid must lie
between the MIN and MAX marks
on the side of the reservoir. If the
level falls below the MIN mark, the
brake fluid level warning light on
the instrument panel will
illuminate. Add only brake fluid
that meets the Ford specification
(see the chapter Capacities and
specifications).
MAX
MIN
Brake fluid is toxic.
BRAKE
BRAKE
If you use a brake fluid that
is not DOT 3, you will cause
permanent damage to your brakes.
Do not let the reservoir for
the master cylinder run dry.
This may cause the brakes to fail.
Windshield washer system
If necessary, add enough washer
fluid to fill the reservoir. Follow the
instructions on the washer fluid
label.
Alternative design
Do not put engine coolant in
the container for the
windshield washer fluid.
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