Well Karin,
Welcome to the Contour.org Transaxle Forum.
I'm trying to keep the Transaxle Forum a place to have fun,
and learn about the weakest link in our vehicles.
Just come back and let us know how your Contour is after the major surgery !
When I got mine back both times, it was good.
I had minimal complaints.
The first time the dealership had the Contour for almost a month,
while the second time it was only for 10 days.
Go figure.
Good luck to you !