Exterior Lighting Related Problems of the 1998 Ford Contour

Table 1 shows eleven common exterior lighting related problems of the 1998 Ford Contour. The number one most common problem is related to the headlights (20 problems). The second most common problem is related to the headlight switch (ten problems).

Table 1. Exterior Lighting related problems of Ford Contour

Problem Category	Number of Problems
Headlights problems	20
Headlight Switch problems	10
Exterior Lighting problems	8
Turn Signal Flasher Unit problems	2
Brake Light problems	2
Turn Signal problems	2
Back Up Lights problems	2
Tail Light Switch problems	2
High/low Beam Switch problems	2
Fog Lights problems	1
Tail Light problems	1

Recently reported Exterior Lighting problems of the 1998 Ford Contour

The Headlights problem

Headlights do not provide sufficient illumination. Read details...

The Headlight Switch problem

I currently am the second owner of a 1998 Ford Contour. Recently the parking, and dashboard lights ceased to operate. I changed the headlight switch which lasted for a week and burned out. . Research on the internet revealed there was a service recall dated 5/10/99 under serial #99v10300 for the Read details...

The Exterior Lighting problem

Consumer stated that the vehicle's check engine light has been on since October 2002. Dealer states parts are not available. Please provide additional information. Ts Read details...

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