1997 Ford Contour Owner's Manual - Page 52

Controls and Features Passenger Compartment Air Filter (if equipped) Your vehicle may have an air filter that removes pollen and road dust from outside air before it is directed to the interior of the vehicle. For maintenance of this filter, see the Maintenance and Care chapter. Rear Window Defroster (If equipped) The defroster for the rear window clears frost, fog, or thin ice from both the inside and outside of the rear window. The button for the rear window defroster is on the instrument panel, to the right of the steering wheel. The rear window defroster and heated side view mirrors Clear away any snow that is on the rear window before using the defroster. With the engine running, push the defroster button. After approximately 10 minutes, the defroster will turn off. If the window is still not clear, turn the defroster on again. The defroster will turn off when the ignition key is turned to the OFF or START position. 51