Thanks for your comments guys but I would like to take this opportunity to make the following statement. The Contour is the first Ford product I have ever owned and based on my experience to date one thing I am sure of is the fact that I will never again procure any product with the name Ford affixed to it. Ford is reputed to be one of the oldest manufactures of the motor car and I am amazed that after all these years they are unable to produce that has some reliably and shows some thought and consideration for those of us who are DIY persons (has anyone tried to replace the bottom water hose or have you seen the carpet on the passenger side just to mention a few items). It is therefore no wonder that the Japanese products like the Toyota Camry is a top seller and I am seriously considering procuring one of their products. My apologies to all you Ford supporters but I just had to express my disappointment in their product so please forgive my indiscretion.
