Two problems related to back up lights have been reported for the 1998 Ford Contour. The most recently reported issues are listed below.
No dash lights, back-up, or license plate light. Took to dealer and dash lights were fixed $200. Plus. But no clock light, license plate light or back-up lights. All fuses where checked and ok.
The dealership had installed an aftermarket rear spoiler on the vehicle without disclosing this information. After having problems with the third brake light in the spoiler in learned it was not a factory part. The dealership stated to me that it was factory. I was not able to get the part replaced until I called Ford directly and threatened to sue the dealership for fraud.