Ford Contour 1999

1999 FORD CONTOUR
117,000 MILES • 6 CYL • 2WD • AUTOMATIC
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ANDY FOWLER
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I have a 1999 contour. while driving down the highway the battery light came on pulled over to check and light went out. 117k mi. I think alternator is going. serpentine belt is ok. Anything else?
Nov 25, 2010 at 2:59 AM
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BLUELIGHTNIN6
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if charging light is coming on then it is a good sign of a failing alternator. most local auto part stores check charging systems for free.
Nov 25, 2010 at 3:00 AM
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BMRFIXIT
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Yes suspect alternator
should have it checked ASAP
Nov 25, 2010 at 3:01 AM