1997 Ford Thunderbird Common Problems, Issues, Recalls, and Reliability

  • 1997 Ford Thunderbird Extended Warranty on Ford Ignition Coils

    There may be an extended warranty on the ignition coils - see your Ford Dealer for more information-Thanks John B for this information!

  • 1997 Ford Thunderbird Check Engine Light Due to Oil Leak in Valve Cover Gasket

    The valve cover gaskets may leak oil into the spark plug wells, shorting out the spark plugs , causing a misfire, and illuminating the Check Engine Light . Commonly the spark plugs and ignition coils or wires will require replacement, along with resealing the valve cover to correct this concern.

  • 1997 Ford Thunderbird Problem With Idle Air Bypass Valve May Cause Engine Performance Problems

    If you experience difficulty starting the engine when cold, stalling at idle, or hesitations during acceleration, it may be the idle air bypass valve . This valve helps the vehicle idle steady when the accelerator pedal is not pressed.

  • 1997 Ford Thunderbird Intake Manifold May Crank Near Thermostat Resulting in Coolant Leak

    The composite (plastic) intake manifold may crack near the thermostat housing and cause a coolant leak. Ford released an updated manifold that was reinforced to prevent a recurrence. No recall was issued for this problem but Ford did extend the warranty to seven years on some models from the date of purchase.

  • 1997 Ford Thunderbird Blown/Cracked Head Gasket Can Cause White Smoke From Exhaust

    White smoke coming from the exhaust could indicate that a head gasket has blown or there is a cracked cylinder head . Our technicians tell us that removal and inspection of the cylinder heads will be required to confirm a crack is present.

  • 1997 Ford Thunderbird Coolant Leaking From Intake Manifold

    The 1996-1997 Ford Thunderbird with the optional 4.6L Modular V8 and plastic intake manifold is known for engine overheating, even with normal use, and a coolant leak from the front of the manifold. This will often trigger the check engine light and low engine coolant warning light .

    The engine coolant leak is from a factory defect, which causes cracking on the front coolant passage of the intake manifold. In a very short time, this leak will lead to engine overheating issues, especially while the vehicle is idling.

    Between 1999 and 2001, Ford released an updated version of this engine, known as the 'PI' version with a metal coolant passage on the front of the intake manifold, to prevent future issues.

    There is no factory authorized repair for the intake manifold, and replacement is required to correct the engine coolant leak and overheating issues.

  • 1997 Ford Thunderbird Smelling Coolant and Overheating With No Visible Leaks

    The 4.6L V8 engine used in the Ford Thunderbird from 1994-1997 is known for displaying the normal symptoms of a coolant leak, including overheating, especially when the vehicle is idling, the strong smell of coolant from the engine, and illumination of the low engine coolant warning light .

    This leak is difficult to locate as it is buried underneath the intake manifold , and only begins to leak coolant onto the ground in advanced stages of disrepair. This leak springs from the heater tube, which allows coolant to flow between the water pump and HVAC heater core .

    When the connection for this tube begins to leak, the coolant burns on the hot engine, and produces a sweet smell that is unmistakably engine coolant.

    The remedy can be complicated, and will necessitate removal of the intake manifold, heater tube, and possibly the water pump. After removal of these items, the connector may be replaced, or a set of o-rings, depending on the year of the vehicle.

1997 Ford Thunderbird Questions and Answers

Related Questions

  • Ford Thunderbird Codes P0171 And P0174

    1997 FORD THUNDERBIRD, 4.6L, V8, RWD, AUTOMATIC, 275, 000 MILES

    related to trouble-codes, p-codes-powertrain, p0100-p0199, p0174

    So we have these codes. We replaced 02 sensors, MAF sensor, used cataclean. Checked EGR and valve. Checked for vacuum leaks. Car runs worse with everything we try. Ready to junk it. What else can ..

  • Ford Thunderbird P1443 FORD EVAP Control System Purge Control Solenoid

    1997 FORD THUNDERBIRD, V8, 2WD, AUTOMATIC

    related to trouble-codes, p-codes-powertrain, p1400-p1499, p1443

    How do I fix error code P1443? @media(max-width: 960px) { .adt { display: none;padding:0; } } Monday, February 21st, 2011 AT 8:32 PM ..

  • Ford Thunderbird A/C Cut-off Switch

    1997 FORD THUNDERBIRD, 142, 578 MILES

    related to safety, inertia-switch, location-

    Well I have 1997 Ford thunderbird 3.8, and I just had the A/C recharged, everything works its just that, the conpressor turns off then back on and over and over, someone told me that it might be..

  • Ford Thunderbird 1997 Ford Thunderbird Anti Theft Key

    1997 FORD THUNDERBIRD

    related to security

    Under the dashboard on the driver side there is a what I heard called a anti theft key few years back someone tried to pick the door lock it set it off I had to take it to garage for it to be reset ..

  • Ford Thunderbird Cooling Fan

    1997 FORD THUNDERBIRD, 6 CYL, 2WD, AUTOMATIC, 109, 000 MILES

    related to engine-cooling, cooling-fan, fuse

    Which is the hot pin, ground pin, & what is the 3rd pin on a 1997 Thunderbird cooling fan connector? Where is fuse link 15? Thanks @media(max-width: 960px) { .adt { display: none;p..

  • Ford Thunderbird HOW DO I DRAIN THE ENGINE COOLANT FROM A 1997 FORD...

    1997 FORD THUNDERBIRD, 101 MILES

    related to engine-cooling, radiator, drain-plug

    WHERE IS THE RADIATOR DRAIN PLUG LOCATED? @media(max-width: 960px) { .adt { display: none;padding:0; } } Friday, October 14th, 2011 AT 11:38 PM ..

  • Ford Thunderbird 1997 Ford Thunderbird Electrical/obd2

    1997 FORD THUNDERBIRD, 97, 000 MILES

    related to engine-cooling, cooling-fan, stays-on

    When I bought the car cel was on. I scanned the codes it said all four o2 sensors were shot. The car has a studder at idle and while driving but only at low rpm's I also noticed that the electric c..

  • Ford Thunderbird Engine Fan On, Motor Will Notcrank

    1997 FORD THUNDERBIRD, V8, FWD, AUTOMATIC, 150, 000 MILES

    related to engine-cooling, cooling-fan, replace-remove

    I have 1997 t bird 8cly. When I go to crank fans kick on and I have to wait 3 or 4 minutes for them to go off. Then it cranks up and runs great. I have changed the temp heat sensors and it still doe..

  • Ford Thunderbird Engine Light

    1997 FORD THUNDERBIRD, V8, 2WD, AUTOMATIC, 118, 275 MILES

    related to warning-lights, check-engine-light

    Got 2 codes on my 1997 ford thunderbird xl 4.6 codes p0171 p0172 @media(max-width: 960px) { .adt { display: none;padding:0; } } Monday, January 17th, 2011 AT 10:14 PM ..

  • Ford Thunderbird No Fuel Pressure Will Start With Starting Fluid

    1997 FORD THUNDERBIRD, 127, 000 MILES

    related to fuel-system, fuel-pump, not-working

    I have a 97 thunderbird. 4.6 LITER. 127000 miles. It was running and died. I checked the fuel pressure. None. I replaced fuel pump, fuel pickup screen, constant control relay module (ccrm), and f..

  • Ford Thunderbird Groaning/Grinding Noise In Read End

    1997 FORD THUNDERBIRD, 186, 000 MILES

    related to general, noises, groan

    I have a 97 T-Bird that makes a groaning or grinding sound in the left rear wheel as I begin to accelerate. When I am just leaving I rarely hear anything. But once I have run for 10 or 15 minutes I ..

  • Ford Thunderbird I Just Had The Rack And Penion, Upper Control Arm And...

    1997 FORD THUNDERBIRD, 240, 847 MILES

    related to suspension, upper-control-arm, replace-remove

    I just had the rack and penion, upper control arm and ball joints on both sides, repaired also the transmission gasket changed and not I can only shift into reverse gear. It won't change into 1..

  • Ford Thunderbird What Is The Most Likely Cause Of A Loud Grinding Noise...

    1997 FORD THUNDERBIRD, 190 MILES

    related to general, noises, grind

    I already replaced steering rack bushings, wheel bearing/hub assembly, and my brake pads. It's a v6 lx @media(max-width: 960px) { .adt { display: none;padding:0; } } Friday, Septemb..

  • Ford Thunderbird 1997 Ford Thunderbird Passenger Door

    1997 FORD THUNDERBIRD, 4.6L, V8, FWD, AUTOMATIC, 30, 000 MILES

    related to body, door, symptoms, close

    A few months back my seatbelt got caught in the door afterwards my door will not stay closed what could be my problem and how van I fix it @media(max-width: 960px) { .adt { display: none;padding..

  • Ford Thunderbird Po420 Po430 Po171 Po174 Cods

    1997 FORD THUNDERBIRD, V8, 2WD, 95, 000 MILES

    related to trouble-codes, p-codes-powertrain, p0400-p0499, p0430

    I have a 97 thunderbird 4.6 v8 with 94,000 mi. On it that have po420 po430 po171 an po174 code it idles good but on accelertion hard from 40 mph it have no power thank you @media(max-width: 960..

  • Ford Thunderbird 1997 Ford Thunderbird Radiator Cap

    1997 FORD THUNDERBIRD, V8, 2WD, AUTOMATIC, 200, 000 MILES

    related to engine-cooling, radiator, cap

    I need to remove radiator cap off radiator. Need step by step guide. The radiator sits far down in the engine. Thanks. @media(max-width: 960px) { .adt { display: none;padding:0; } } ..

  • Ford Thunderbird I Recently Had My Upper Control Arm, Ball Joints On...

    1997 FORD THUNDERBIRD, 240, 847 MILES

    related to suspension, upper-control-arm

    I recently had my upper control arm, ball joints on both sides, rack and pinion repaired. After all of the repairs, I now have problems with the gears, shifting only in reverse. It will not..

  • Ford Thunderbird 1997 Ford Thunderbird Smokes And Check Engine Light

    1997 FORD THUNDERBIRD, 6 CYL, 2WD, 122, 000 MILES

    related to warning-lights, check-engine-light

    1997 Ford Thunderbird mileage 122,000. Last week my T-bird, (mechanically excellent), suddenly started smoking a lot (super rich, actually had gas drip out the tailpipe!). The check engine light ..

  • Ford Thunderbird Suspension/Thunderbird

    1997 FORD THUNDERBIRD, V8, 2WD, AUTOMATIC, 121, 000 MILES

    related to suspension, ball-joint

    I have a 1997 Ford Thunderbird, that is making a sound from the front end. I have replaced the Ball joints and stabilizer links. It usually takes the car about twenty miles of driving before it mak..

  • Ford Thunderbird 1997 Ford Thunderbird Trouble Code Issues

    1997 FORD THUNDERBIRD, 4.6L, V8, AUTOMATIC, 153, 000 MILES

    related to exhaust, catalytic-converter, replace-remove

    Have two codes, Po171 system too lean Bank 1 and Po174 system too lean Bank 2. What is my problem? Have recently replaced catalytic converter on drivers side as well as the o2 sensor right next..

  • Ford Thunderbird 1997 Ford Thunderbird What Can This Sound Mean

    1997 FORD THUNDERBIRD, 4.6L, V8, RWD, AUTOMATIC, 214, 000 MILES

    related to ignition, spark-plug, replace-remove

    I have a 97 thunderbird with a 4.6L V8 the car sounds like a riding lawn mower, vibrates violently, while idling is runs rough and wants to die and it does the same while driving. Exhaust smells ..

  • Ford Thunderbird What's The Problem?

    1997 FORD THUNDERBIRD, V8, 2WD, AUTOMATIC, 110, 000 MILES

    related to fuel-system, fuel-pump, replace-remove

    I have two each, trouble codes P1151, P1132, & P0136, each registers twice? The check engine light also remains on. I have changed the power control module, the fuel pump assembly in the ga..

  • Ford Thunderbird 1997 Ford Thunderbird If You Put In Drive And Push...

    1997 FORD THUNDERBIRD, 148, 000 MILES

    related to exhaust

    As wont acellerate falls on face cant go over 20 mph exhaust pressure @media(max-width: 960px) { .adt { display: none;padding:0; } } Sunday, October 23rd, 2011 AT 6:00 PM ..

  • Ford Thunderbird ATS (Anti Theft System) Issue

    1997 FORD THUNDERBIRD, 4.6L, V8, 2WD, AUTOMATIC, 68, 500 MILES

    related to security, fuse

    I have this very nice car listed above with original miles. She sits in storage, I take her out two or three times a year, "always" cranks right over once I connect battery. Drove her around town ..

  • Ford Thunderbird Car Isn't Getting Gas To Motor.

    1997 FORD THUNDERBIRD, 3.8L, 2WD, AUTOMATIC, 178, 000 MILES

    related to fuel-system, fuel-pump, relay

    I have a 1987 ford thunderbird that won't start I've replaced the fuel pump, fuel filter, fuel pump relay and it still won't start I've poured gas into the trottle body and it will start. What cou..

  • Ford Thunderbird Check Engine Light

    1997 FORD THUNDERBIRD, V8, 2WD, AUTOMATIC, 90, 000 MILES

    related to warning-lights, check-engine-light

    Pull codes all codes 02 related circuit and 2 sensor, 1 sensor 1, and 2 sensor, 1 sensor 2 on. How it is real code for every sensor? @media(max-width: 960px) { .adt { display: none;padding:0;..

  • Ford Thunderbird Check Engine Light On

    1997 FORD THUNDERBIRD, 3.8L, V6, 2WD, AUTOMATIC, 74, 007 MILES

    related to warning-lights, check-engine-light

    OCD2 reader gives me this code P0118. Engine Coolant Temperature Sensor 1 Circuit High. I replaced both sensors, but engine light is still on. @media(max-width: 960px) { .adt { display: n..

  • Ford Thunderbird Cooling Fan

    1997 FORD THUNDERBIRD, 4.6L, V8, RWD, AUTOMATIC, 275, 000 MILES

    related to engine-cooling, cooling-fan, wiring

    Cooling fan not working. The only code we got was temperature coolant sensor. Replaced and now no codes. Checked connector for power. Checked wiring and fuses. Jumped fan and motor works. We do not ..

  • Ford Thunderbird 1997 Ford Thunderbird

    1997 FORD THUNDERBIRD, V8, 2WD, AUTOMATIC, 160, 000 MILES

    related to fuel-system, fuel-filter

    We were told to change the fuel filter, if it gets to hot or to cold it could keep it from starting so we did. Added Heet to the gas. Still when you start it as long as you keep your foot on gas it..

  • Ford Thunderbird 1997 Ford Thunderbird

    1997 FORD THUNDERBIRD, V8, 2WD, AUTOMATIC, 120, 000 MILES

    related to exhaust

    On the first startup of the day when my car is started, the Exhaust is smoky until the car reaches normal operating temperature. Also my check engine stays lit. I have had two different mechanics t..

  • Ford Thunderbird 1997 Ford Thunderbird

    1997 FORD THUNDERBIRD

    related to suspension, lower-control-arm, replace-remove

    1997 Ford Thunderbird V8 Automatic 140000 miles I have 97 ford thunderbird and the steering after turn is hard and don't come back to the same place easy and when I step on the brick it will ..

  • Ford Thunderbird 1997 Ford Thunderbird 1997 Ford Thunderbird Cooling...

    1997 FORD THUNDERBIRD, 6 CYL, 2WD, AUTOMATIC, 100, 000 MILES

    related to engine-cooling, coolant-temperature-sensor, replace-remove

    Replaced thermostat coolant temperature sensor for gauge temperature sensor for fan and constant control module @media(max-width: 960px) { .adt { display: none;padding:0; } } Sunda..

  • Ford Thunderbird 1997 Ford Thunderbird Brakelamps

    1997 FORD THUNDERBIRD, V8, 2WD, AUTOMATIC, 217, 768 MILES

    related to exterior-light, running-light, not-working

    The trunk llid brake\tail lamps are not working. What should I do? @media(max-width: 960px) { .adt { display: none;padding:0; } } Thursday, June 3rd, 2010 AT 4:50 PM ..

  • Ford Thunderbird 1997 Ford Thunderbird Check Engine Light

    1997 FORD THUNDERBIRD, 6 CYL, FWD, AUTOMATIC, 110, 000 MILES

    related to warning-lights, check-engine-light

    My check engine light has come on. I had it scanned and codes P0171 and P0174 came up. What should I check to clear up these codes? Will it be expensive? I have a warranty with a $ 100 deductible tha..

  • Ford Thunderbird 1997 Ford Thunderbird Check Engine Light

    1997 FORD THUNDERBIRD, 6 CYL, 2WD, AUTOMATIC, 98, 845 MILES

    related to warning-lights, check-engine-light

    I have been getting a check engine light, that started with the code of left bank running lean. I had changed the fuel filter a few thousand miles before, so I cleaned MAP sensor and reset the light..

  • Ford Thunderbird 1997 Ford Thunderbird CODE P1443

    1997 FORD THUNDERBIRD

    related to trouble-codes, p-codes-powertrain, p1400-p1499, p1443

    Computer problem 1997 Ford Thunderbird V8 Two Wheel Drive Automatic WHAT CAN BE THE PROBABLE CAUSE FOR CODE 1443 @media(max-width: 960px) { .adt { display: none;padding:0; } } ..

  • Ford Thunderbird 1997 Ford Thunderbird Coil Springs

    1997 FORD THUNDERBIRD, V8, FWD, AUTOMATIC, 168, 030 MILES

    related to suspension, coil-spring, replace-remove

    This t-bird has a racing suspension, but when the shocks and struts needed replacing, they were replaced with sensa-trac. When the customer took the car back because the shocks are worn out again,..

  • Ford Thunderbird 1997 Ford Thunderbird Coolant Fan

    1997 FORD THUNDERBIRD

    related to engine-cooling, cooling-fan

    Engine Cooling problem 1997 Ford Thunderbird 6 cyl Two Wheel Drive Automatic Why does my coolant fan keep running after the engine has been shut off and cooled down for more then two days? ..

  • Ford Thunderbird 1997 Ford Thunderbird Exhaust?

    1997 FORD THUNDERBIRD, 6 CYL, 2WD, AUTOMATIC, 150, 000 MILES

    related to exhaust, muffler

    Car starts easily and idles fine. When you give it gas, it sputters and gradually picks up rpm's. It will not get over 3000-3500 rpm's. Was getting a rotten egg smell from the exhaust, so my neigh..

  • Ford Thunderbird 1997 Ford Thunderbird Fuel Pump

    1997 FORD THUNDERBIRD, 6 CYL, 2WD, AUTOMATIC, 82, 000 MILES

    related to fuel-system, fuel-pump

    When you turn the key 'on' you can feel and hear the fuel pump running. It won't start until the pump stops. Now the pump keeps running and running. If and when it starts, initially it seems sta..

  • Ford Thunderbird 1997 Ford Thunderbird GETS GAS BUT NO SPARK

    1997 FORD THUNDERBIRD, V8, 2WD, AUTOMATIC, 160, 000 MILES

    related to ignition, no-spark

    Get plenty of gas but nothing out of either spark plug. Battery is new and plenty of juice. SENSOR? @media(max-width: 960px) { .adt { display: none;padding:0; } } Thursday, October 15t..

  • Ford Thunderbird 1997 Ford Thunderbird HELP! SERVICE ENGINE LIGHT IS...

    1997 FORD THUNDERBIRD, V8, 2WD, AUTOMATIC, 71, 000 MILES

    related to warning-lights, check-engine-light

    Hey guys, just purchased this 97 t-bird for my daughter to drive back / forth to school. Soon as it starts, the servic e engine light comes on, then after 20sec it begins to flash, then after a ..

  • Ford Thunderbird 1997 Ford Thunderbird Ignition Control Module

    1997 FORD THUNDERBIRD, V8, 2WD, AUTOMATIC, 145, 000 MILES

    related to ignition, module, location

    I have looked everywhere for this thing and can not find it please help if you can send me a emailed pic of where it is on the car. I have asked the dealer and still haven found it. Ive been told by..

  • Ford Thunderbird 1997 Ford Thunderbird Left Turn Grinding

    1997 FORD THUNDERBIRD, V8, 2WD, AUTOMATIC, 108, 000 MILES

    related to general, noises, grind

    I have recently noticed that the front of my T-Bird makes a grinding noise when I turn (Mainly left) a low speeds. The wheel has a small almost rubbing sound when slightly turned. The power steer..

  • Ford Thunderbird 1997 Ford Thunderbird No Fire For Coil On Cyl. 3&...

    1997 FORD THUNDERBIRD, V8, 2WD, AUTOMATIC, 160, 565 MILES

    related to ignition, no-spark

    I have a 1997 t-bird, that has no fire coming from companion cylinders 3&5, I changed coils and the problem still there. I was told it had a ign. Control unit, but found out the 1997 bird doe..

  • Ford Thunderbird 1997 Ford Thunderbird No Spark Once In A While

    1997 FORD THUNDERBIRD, V8, 2WD, AUTOMATIC, 140, 000 MILES

    related to ignition, no-spark

    My daughter has my old Tbird that I gave her when I got my new Mustang. The car is in great shape and runs like a champ, usually. About 6 weeks ago she called me at 6AM to say the car would n..

  • Ford Thunderbird 1997 Ford Thunderbird OBD Trouble Codes Detected

    1997 FORD THUNDERBIRD, V8, 2WD, AUTOMATIC, 51, 000 MILES

    related to trouble-codes, p-codes-powertrain, p0100-p0199, p0161

    I've got a 97 T-bird giving me the following trouble codes: PO135, PO136, PO141, PO 155, and PO161. @media(max-width: 960px) { .adt { display: none;padding:0; } } Friday, June 13t..

  • Ford Thunderbird 1997 Ford Thunderbird Oil Light

    1997 FORD THUNDERBIRD, V8, 2WD, AUTOMATIC, 65, 200 MILES

    related to warning-lights, oil-light

    My oil engine light came on and stays on, my oil level is fine and the oil is clean and doesnt need changing, why doesnt it go off? @media(max-width: 960px) { .adt { display: none;padding:0; }..

  • Ford Thunderbird 1997 Ford Thunderbird Power Steering Don't Work

    1997 FORD THUNDERBIRD

    related to steering, symptoms, not-working

    Steering problem 1997 Ford Thunderbird Two Wheel Drive Automatic 223000 miles I put in a new power steering pump, and the power steering still does not work. What could be the problem. ..

  • Ford Thunderbird 1997 Ford Thunderbird Radiator Fan Stays On All The...

    1997 FORD THUNDERBIRD, V8, 2WD, AUTOMATIC, 110, 000 MILES

    related to engine-cooling, cooling-fan, stays-on

    My radiator fan motor came one while driving, then stayed on when engine was shut down. It now stays on all the time - I had to disconnect the battery to stop it. The engine is not overheating - th..

  • Ford Thunderbird 1997 Ford Thunderbird Spark Plug Keeps Popping Off

    1997 FORD THUNDERBIRD

    related to ignition, spark-plug

    Noises problem 1997 Ford Thunderbird V8 Two Wheel Drive Automatic my spark plug number 5 wire keeps popping off and it seems like the spark plug is vibrateing inside the hole it's screwed i..

  • Ford Thunderbird 1997 Ford Thunderbird Spark Plug Stuck And Oil On...

    1997 FORD THUNDERBIRD, V8, 2WD, AUTOMATIC, 13, 000 MILES

    related to ignition, spark-plug

    My Thunderchicken Number 4 Plug Has Been Fouling Out, I Took It Out Cleaned It, No Problem For A Couple Days, Now I Can Not Get The Plug Out, It;s Stuck, Will Not Turn, Scared To Put To Much P..

  • Ford Thunderbird 1997 Ford Thunderbird Steering

    1997 FORD THUNDERBIRD

    related to steering, symptoms, squeak

    1997 Ford Thunderbird 6 cyl Automatic When i'm driving, and go to turn my car makes loud sounds(grinding) loud squeaking sounds. Is this caused by low fluid? @media(max-width: 960px) { ...

  • Ford Thunderbird 1997 Ford Thunderbird Theft System, Car Alarm

    1997 FORD THUNDERBIRD

    related to security, computer

    Electrical problem 1997 Ford Thunderbird 6 cyl Two Wheel Drive Automatic Hey there, I have a 97 Ford Thunderbird. I bought it used. Every once in a while an alarm will go off (Horn and lig..

  • Ford Thunderbird 1997 Ford Thunderbird Tie Rods

    1997 FORD THUNDERBIRD

    related to steering, tie-rod-end, replace-remove

    I have a 1997 ford thunderbird, v8, 4.6, 140,000mil. Im haveing front suspension problems. Ive replaced the ball joints lower 3 times the upper 1 time, struts 3 times, tie rod ends 2 times stab..

  • Ford Thunderbird 1997 Ford Thunderbird Turn Signal - Emerg Flasher...

    1997 FORD THUNDERBIRD, V8, 2WD, AUTOMATIC, 99, 000 MILES

    related to exterior-light, hazard-light, flasher

    Sometimes my turn signals and/or emerg flashers don't work. I am trying to remove the turn signal module from steering column so I can check it out for dirt, bad connection, etc. However, I am un..

  • Ford Thunderbird 1997 Thunderbird Front Suspension

    1997 FORD THUNDERBIRD

    related to suspension, ball-joint

    My 1997 Ford Thunderbird LX (90,000 miles) pulls to the right when breaking. I have replaced the front rotors and pads and the dealer says the calipars are working properly. When driving the stear..

  • Ford Thunderbird 97 TBird Front End Noise

    1997 FORD THUNDERBIRD

    related to suspension, symptoms, noise

    97 Ford Thunderbird, 132K miles, 4.6L V8 I have a rattle sound coming from the front suspension of my car. I took it to a local mechanic. He told me I needed to replace my rack and pinion. Is..

  • Ford Thunderbird Fireing Order

    FORD THUNDERBIRD

    related to ignition, firing-order

    1997 Ford Thunderbird V-8 Firing Order 1-3-7-2-6-5-4-8 IF YOU ARE LOOKING AT THE FRONT OF THE ENGINE, NUMBER ONE CYL IS THE FIRST ONE ON THE LEFT NEAR THE WATER PUMP SIDE OF THE MOTOR. AN..

  • Ford Thunderbird Fuel Filter Location

    1997 FORD THUNDERBIRD, 3.8L, 6 CYL, 2WD, AUTOMATIC, 244, 000 MILES

    related to fuel-system, fuel-filter, location

    Where is the fuel filter located? @media(max-width: 960px) { .adt { display: none;padding:0; } } Saturday, April 6th, 2019 AT 11:40 AM ..

  • Ford Thunderbird Lighting Problem

    1997 FORD THUNDERBIRD, 120, 000 MILES

    related to exterior-light, running-light, not-working

    Dash lights and running lights do not work. @media(max-width: 960px) { .adt { display: none;padding:0; } } Saturday, May 18th, 2019 AT 4:35 PM ..

  • Ford Thunderbird Misfire/no Spark

    1997 FORD THUNDERBIRD, 33, 500 MILES

    related to ignition, no-spark

    There's no spark on paired cyl's 4 & 7, I replaced the coil, still no spark, swapped ignition wires and they're good. Check for signal input, none to coil for 4 & 7.I assume it'd the Pow..

  • Ford Thunderbird OBD Ll Code P1443

    1997 FORD THUNDERBIRD, 4.6L, V8, 2WD, AUTOMATIC, 123, 514 MILES

    related to trouble-codes, p-codes-powertrain, p1400-p1499, p1443

    I replaced the solenoid valve and all the vacuum hoses. After a few miles the fault code returns and I need to get this car inspected. @media(max-width: 960px) { .adt { display: none;padding:0; ..

1997 Ford Thunderbird Maintenance and Repair