1998 Ford Contour Replacing engine

1998 FORD CONTOUR
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LILNATEHAT
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1998 Ford Contour 4 cyl Two Wheel Drive 150,00 miles

I have a 1998 ford contour with a 4 cyl. dohc engine that is a vin 3 that is bad. Can I replace it with an engine from a 2000 model contour, 4 cyl. dohc, vin 3? Are they interchangeable?
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Apr 21, 2010 at 6:43 PM
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JACOBANDNICKOLAS
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We recommend staying with direct fit parts. Chances are there will be sensors / locations... that are different.
May 1, 2010 at 3:37 PM
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