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Question posted by CDobynmarkka on May 27th, 2014

Ignition Switch Won't Release Key Ford Contour 2000

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Owner's Manual - Page 4

... 0 0 1 2 3 160100 30 40 10 180 1 20 20 0 0 0 0 200 120 1 0 130 BRAKE E F MPH CHECK ENGINE On Res MI RRORS Set Acc Off Coast Page 162 Hood release Page 20, 21 Headlamp control/ Foglamp control* 4 Page 53 Tilt steering wheel lever Page 52 Ignition switch Page 57 Speed control* Page 54 Horn
Owner's Manual - Page 7

... and the vehicle may require electrical system service. Alternative design Safety belt Illuminates when the ignition is switched on as a reminder to the Seating and safety restraints chapter. 7 TRACTION CONTROL O/D OFF Instrumentation Charging system Briefly illuminates when the ignition is turned on . For more information, refer to Safety belt indicator light and warning...
Owner's Manual - Page 9

... O/D OFF O/D Off indicator (Automatic transaxle only) Illuminates and remains illuminated when the transaxle control switch (TCS) on the side of the transaxle and will flash steadily if a malfunction is detected. For more than three (3) seconds after the ignition is turned to the Driving chapter. Indicates the status of the gearshift lever is...
Owner's Manual - Page 13

... also illuminate when the ignition key is turned to ON and the engine is turned on , have the system serviced immediately. CHECK ENGINE Front foglamps (if equipped) Illuminates when foglamps are switched on use. Refer to flash, or remains on . CHECK ENGINE Air bag readiness Briefly illuminates when the ignition is off. If the...
Owner's Manual - Page 17

...not illuminate, see your dealer or qualified service technician. Safety belt warning chime For information on , the ignition is off (and the key is not in the off/lock or accessory position and the driver's door is fastened), traction control, .... Instrumentation Testing the warning and indicator lights and chimes Turn the ignition key to the Seating and safety restraints chapter. 17
Owner's Manual - Page 18

C H 18 Switch off the ignition and determine the source of the engine coolant. Instrumentation C H 55 60 70 80 50 100 120 90 140 40 60 800 0 0 1 2 3 160100 30 40 10 ...
Owner's Manual - Page 36

...the control to raise or lower volume. Volume control Press the control to switch between AM, FM1 or FM2 memory preset stations. Tune adjust The tune ...in radio mode. 36 If the volume is set above a certain level and the ignition is turned back on at a "nominal" listening level when the ignition switch is turned off . Controls and features Power control Press the control to turn the...
Owner's Manual - Page 52

... long to this position only if the gearshift lever is for normal driving. 4. The accessory position. Ignition switched on, all main electrical circuits are disabled. Ignition off, steering wheel locked. The ignition key should not be left in P (Park). 2. Release the key as soon as the engine starts. 2 1 C H 8 55 60 70 80 50 100 120 90 140...
Owner's Manual - Page 54

Depress to warn traffic of vehicle breakdown or approaching danger. Controls and features Hazard flasher control Use only in an emergency to activate. The hazard lights can be operated when the ignition is off. 54 Horn Press the pad. Depress again to switch off . The horn can be operated when the ignition is off .
Owner's Manual - Page 55

Left turn signal functions are available only with the ignition switch on. Controls and features 3 2 1 C H 4 5 6 7 0 x 1000 TRACTION TRACTION TROL CONTROL 8 55 60 70...1 4 2 5 3 CLOCK SCAN ANS SEEK EJECT Multi-function switch The turn signal Move the lever down. High beam headlamps Push the lever toward you and release quickly for "flash-to-pass" operation. Flash-to-pass Pull ...
Owner's Manual - Page 57

Off 57 To turn off the vehicle ignition. To turn speed control off , the previously programmed set speed will be erased. Controls and features 3 2 1 C H 4 5 6 7 0 x 1000 ...Do not use the speed control in heavy traffic or on • Press On. Once the speed control is switched off • Press Off, or On • turn speed control on roads that are winding, slippery, or unpaved.
Owner's Manual - Page 62

...from the control on . To stop the window before it opens completely, press the switch again. The one -touch-down feature only opens the window. The passenger door window... press and hold the top of the window switch. To close the window, you to completely open the driver window by briefly pressing and releasing the bottom of the switch. 62 Press the appropriate control to lock or...
Owner's Manual - Page 69

... control light flashes every two seconds. The armed status is an engine immobilization system. Keys Your vehicle is recognized. Automatic disarming Switching on the ignition disarms the system if the correct code is supplied with 2.5 litre engines. Only these keys can be used . POWER AUDIO VOLUME AM/FM 1 4 2 5 3 CLOCK SCAN ANS SEEK 0 80 20...
Owner's Manual - Page 70

... irregular intervals, a system malfunction has occurred. Controls and features Functional check When the ignition is switched on, the control light will illuminate for approximately one minute and then flashes repeatedly at irregular intervals, the system did not recognize the key code. If the control light flashes rapidly for approximately three seconds to indicate...
Owner's Manual - Page 71

... after waiting 20 seconds with any two coded keys. • Insert the first key in the ignition switch and turn to position 3. • Turn the key back to position 1 and remove from the ignition switch within 5 seconds. • Insert the second key in the ignition switch and turned to the system. the key coding mode is now activated. • If an...
Owner's Manual - Page 115

... not need to have the system serviced by automatically applying and releasing the brakes in . You can occur when accelerating on a slippery road, a loose surface or when pulling away on a hill. You should not take unnecessary driving risks because of the ignition key. The traction control system controls excessive wheel spin by your...
Owner's Manual - Page 119

... gearshift is running. • P (Park) Always come to 3 with overdrive ...Gear 1 to a complete stop before shifting in any position except P (Park), the ignition key cannot be in the desired position, release the brake pedal and use the accelerator as necessary. P = Park ...R = Reverse ...N = Neutral...D = Drive: Gear 1 to 4 with overdrive cancelled ...2 = Gear 2 ...1 = Gear 1 ... 119...
Owner's Manual - Page 138

...for leaking fuel. 3. Check under the vehicle again for a few seconds, then turn it to the off position. 2. Turn the ignition key to the on position for leaking fuel. If you do not see or smell fuel, you may have a different mechanical problem. 4....collision or substantial jolt: 1. Roadside emergencies If you see or smell fuel, do not reset the switch or try to start your vehicle again.
Owner's Manual - Page 239

... ...162 release lever ...162 Horn ...54 I Identification Number, Vehicle (VIN) ...222 Idle, relearning ...179 Idle, speed ...179, 220 Ignition chime ...17 positions on the ignition ...52 ...Jump starting your vehicle attaching cables ...151 disconnecting cables ...154 K Keys key in ignition warning chime .17 positions of the ignition ...52 239 L Page Lamps bulb replacement specification chart ...206 ...
Owner's Manual - Page 242

... ...123 Transmitter (see Remote entry) Trip odometer ...19 Trunk (see Luggage compartment) remote release lever ...64 using the remote entry system .66 Turn signal indicator lights ...6 lever ...55...Ventilating your vehicle ...105 Viscosity (see Engne oil) W Warning chimes headlamps on ...17 key in ignition ...17 safety belt ...17 Warning lights (see Lights) Washer fluid reservoir ...163 Weight ...

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