Umm.....broken front spring(s)on your contour? Take it to your nearest dealer for a FREE new set! Dealer will be glad to check your struts at this time to make a recommendation whether they need replacement or not. Dealer will also try to sell you a new battery or radiator flush or something 'cause Dealer does not like to lose money due to free spring replacement under extended warranty. See below:
Recall Date: AUG 08, 2001
Component: SUSPENSION:FRONT:SPRINGS:COIL SPRINGS
Potential Units Affected: 203426
Summary: THIS IS NOT A SAFETY RECALL IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE SAFETY ACT. HOWEVER, IT IS DEEMED A SAFETY IMPROVEMENT CAMPAIGN BY THE AGENCY. VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: 1998 FORD CONTOUR/MERCURY MYSTIQUE PASSENGER VEHICLES BUILT AT THE KANSAS CITY ASSEMBLY PLANT. THE FRONT COIL SPRINGS COULD POTENTIALLY FRACTURE DUE TO CORROSION.
Consequence: SOME TIRES HAVE DEFLATED DUE TO CONTACT WITH A BROKEN SPRING.
Remedy: FORD IS EXTENDING THE WARRANTY FOR FRONT COIL SPRING REPLACEMENT FOR THE FRONT COIL SPRINGS FOR 10 YEARS FROM ORIGINAL DATE OF SALE OF A VEHICLE OR 150,000 MILES, WHICHEVER COMES FIRST.
Notes: FORD MOTOR COMPANY,
