Originally posted by RoadRunner:
Why would you post instructions from a Ford Explorer forum on a Ford Contour forum ?
The only things these two vehicles share are motor oil, antifreeze, gasoline, and unfortunately FORD.

What is good for one vehicle, is not necessarily true for all vehicles.
Our transaxles are lighter duty and get abused more than the heavy duty transmissions in the Explorer.

While we appreciate anyone's knowledge on any service experience, let's try to keep it focused on the Contour.

I'm not even going to start to try and explain to you that automotive principles apply to ALL makes/models with few difference. Almost all Cars have pistons, connecting rods, crank shafts, etc. Does that mean that someone that rebuilds Buick Grand Nationals can't give his/her advice when it comes to pulling a Contour engine from it's bay?

I will be doing this on Sunday if the weather cooperates. I will be glad to keep the results to myself if you would prefer

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