Three problems related to transmission not go into gear have been reported for the 1998 Ford Contour. The most recently reported issues are listed below.
: the contact stated the transmission slipped out of gear between 10-50 mph. The engine revved when this occurred. The gear shifter is moved to a lower gear then back to drive, but the transmission does not go back into gear. The vehicle has not been seen by a mechanic.
Transmission is gone. Vehicle will not go into gear. When put vehicle into first or second gear it makes a noise. Vehicle will not pull. Contacted dealer, and dealer stated transmission needed to be replaced.
Transmission breakdown, car would work in reverse only, not in forward gears. Car taken to dealer who informed owner that a component part broke down and damaged other parts. Dealer recommends replacing with a remanufactured transmission at significant cost.