AWESOME reply man, thats going to help a bunch!
im actually on the phone with the dealer right now setting up my appointment for the recall on the engine wire harness since the car is 9 years old and has ONLY 80k miles on it, so it qualifies for the recall service! whoo hooo!
but i will check out the simple checks you suggested.
i have already read those links you posted, i found them while searching tonight.
and yes, i am enjoying the contour. it seems to be a decent car for the money and is very comfortable to drive.
on a side note, the car doesnt have a manual that came with it, however the first thing i picked up was a Chiltons manual (similar to a Hayne's manual)
thanks again.
