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http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ford_ContourEncyclopedia article I found. It mentions that the Mystique is sometimes called the "Mercury Mistake" and the Contour the "Ford Detour". It mentions CEG too.It also mentions why possibly the Contour was unsuccessful.
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I'm a big fan of Wikipedia ... too bad it's not always reliable. 
As for problems ... they mentioned headlight hazing but forgot major mechanical ones like waterpumps, alternators, the CD4E transmission .. ?!
I'd edit that part but I'm being lazy right now.
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Originally posted by PacificTourGL:
It mentions CEG too
"Ford Contour Enthusiast Group: Non-profit organization with information on the origins of the platform, as well as specifications, model-specific details, and information targeted at owners of the vehicle. "
I think it's cool. We are the go to site for all info about the car.
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Originally posted by epattonm:
Originally posted by PacificTourGL:
It mentions CEG too
"Ford Contour Enthusiast Group: Non-profit organization with information on the origins of the platform, as well as specifications, model-specific details, and information targeted at owners of the vehicle. "
I think it's cool. We are the go to site for all info about the car.
~Eric
Got to love it! CEG!!!!!!!!!!
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Found something cool about the Mondeo... Originally posted by http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ford_Mondeo:
Ford briefly sold a version using the 2.0 Zetec engine and four wheel drive. The timing was not ideal though as four wheel drive had already become synonymous with large off-roader vehicles such as the Land Rover Discovery and the bottom dropped out of the saloon 4x4 market.
Well snow is coming!!!
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Originally posted by 98 SE:
I'm a big fan of Wikipedia ... too bad it's not always reliable.
As for problems ... they mentioned headlight hazing but forgot major mechanical ones like waterpumps, alternators, the CD4E transmission .. ?!
I'd edit that part but I'm being lazy right now.
Not to mention the high suicide rate of zetec timing belt pulleys -- a major issue for owners to be aware of.
. . . Two zetec Contours, two blown head gaskets... for some reason I have a Japanese car now.
anybody in California want a Diehard Gold 100 month battery? inquire by PM.
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Originally posted by 98 SE:
I'm a big fan of Wikipedia ... too bad it's not always reliable.
As for problems ... they mentioned headlight hazing but forgot major mechanical ones like waterpumps, alternators, the CD4E transmission .. ?!
I'd edit that part but I'm being lazy right now.
You either missed it or someone edited it in (like you maybe?)
The Contour (particuraly later models) had problems with the plastic lens on the headlight assemblies. In some instances, the clear lens of the headlight assembly would develop micro-cracks and would fog and opaque over time. The end result would be diminished headlight brightness, requiring replacement of the assembly. The exact cause of this is unknown, but UV damage to the plastic may be a factor.
waterpumps, alternators, the CD4E transmission
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No, I didn't edit anything in there.
Secondly .. I don't see the 'edit' of which you speak ... I only see headlight issues, but nothing else 
EDIT: never mind  had to reload the page. Someone put that in there, probably based off my post. Wasn't me .. I wouldn't have ever left anything that vague. 
Last edited by 98 SE; 11/16/05 01:25 AM.
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Originally posted by wa2tuff:
Originally posted by 98 SE:
The exact cause of this is unknown, but UV damage to the plastic may be a factor.
From what I've read, the plastic has a UV protectant coating, which wears off with age and road debris. Makes sense considering they stay clear for several years, but then once they go you have to polish them every couple months to keep them that way.
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