BTW- Check out this link:
http://www.contour.org/FAQ/FAQ.php?s=probs&displayid=21

It basically says:
"A common occurence. Apparently the sensor in the reservoir is at little too sensitive. Adding a cup of 50/50 water/coolant or a bottle of Redline Water Wetter should fix the problem. The sensor wants the level to be about 1/2 inch above the MAX line."

1998 Contour LX V6 2.5L