1997 Ford Contour Speed Sensor Install Fix

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GINA2211
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How do I install a vehicle speed sensor on my 1997 Ford Contour GL. It has 123,000 miles.
Jan 11, 2007 at 10:50 AM
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INDYUKE
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It's located on the transaxle I believe. On manual transmissions you need to remove the air cleaner assembly, and automatics you need to come in from underneath the car. It's held in place with a retaining bolt.
Jan 11, 2007 at 2:28 PM

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The vehicle speed sensor is on the transaxle and held by a retaining bolt. On a manual transmission, remove the air cleaner assembly for access. On an automatic, reach the sensor from underneath the car.

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The owner asked how to install the vehicle speed sensor on a 1997 Ford Contour GL with 123,000 miles. The expert said it is located on the transaxle and secured by a retaining bolt. Manual transmissions require removing the air cleaner assembly, while automatics are accessed from underneath.

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