Originally posted by Gwanny2:
The check engine, airbag, battery lights started flashing then the lights got dim and the car died


And to make you feel safe,
Air bag light = Probaly a Code 12 most likily (Low battery voltage)
Battery light = Alternator problem
CEL probaly came up after car was running on low volts.
So your entire problem adds up.

Though I would like to say im sorry to hear that, from what I have seen and experienced, Alternator is a PITA to work with on the Zetec (I4) contour. If you want to get that contour home a safe way, put a fully charged battery in it, and do not run any accessories. That should do the trick perfectly.
Also run a Charging system test, take Voltmeter, set to 20V (since a car will not run above 20 Volts in most cases) Charging system should output 14 Volts, I think 13.7 Volts is min. requirement...

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