That wicked sucks. My car got dead right around when I first bought it last September. I think it had to do with the alarm. The shop replaced the alternator and it's fine now. Go figure. Good luck with your broke 'Tour. Did it at least throw up a Contour Enthusiast Light? At least then someone can scan to see what caused the CEL.

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