Yesterday a mechanic told me that the plug wires were not original parts and that I should change them. So this morning I did that, and now my car runs like new. No more OD light blinking (code always said speed sensor) or rough shifting. Have spent over $300 on sensors and wiring and have been chasing this problem for 6 weeks. F'n Ford told me I needed a new transmission for 2000 bucks! What a bunch of A-holes. I'm going to tell them tommorrow. What a burden off my shoulders. Never thought plug wires could affect the ATX but they can. Hope this helps someone else. Thanks, John
'98 Contour V6 ATX