Auto Parts Search
Ford Thunderbird CAR/TRUCK REPAIR PROCEDURES AND DIAGRAMS - WHAT Ford REPAIR SHOPS DON'T WANT YOU TO KNOW
Learn how to repair a car or truck, install or remove parts, wire an engine, reset warning lights, replace fuel filter, fix auto body and more. Get Automotix DIY!Select Year
| 2005 | 2004 | 2003 | 2002 |
| 1997 | 1996 | 1995 | 1994 |
| 1993 | 1992 | 1991 | 1990 |
| 1989 | 1988 | 1987 | 1986 |
| 1985 | 1984 | 1983 | 1982 |
| 1981 | 1980 | 1979 | 1978 |
| 1977 | 1976 | 1975 | 1974 |
| 1973 | 1972 | 1971 | 1970 |
| 1969 | 1968 | 1967 | 1966 |
| 1965 | 1964 | 1963 | 1962 |
| 1961 | 1960 |
Automotix DIY provides automotive consumers and do it yourselfers; the most comprehensive repair information about Ford Thunderbird car and truck
repair procedures including Ford engine diagrams, wiring diagrams, repair work estimating measures, technical service bulletins, auto body work
guidance, starter & alternator replacement procedures, serpentine belt replacement procedures, radiator & hose replacement procedures, tune-up &
drivability specifications, quick lube illustrations, preventive maintenance guide, engine light reset instructions, parts removal and install
procedures, fuel filter replacement directions, component location diagrams, air filter locations & replacement instructions, a/c
system specifications, and general auto service procedures. You don't have to be a car mechanic or technician to know how to fix
your Ford Thunderbird automobile. Try the Automotix DIY solution today!
A/C & HEATER SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR Ford Thunderbird AUTOMOBILES
Air Conditioner and Heater Service Includes module configuration procedures, general service, maintenance, automatic temperature control, compressor services, electric cooling fans, vacuum diagrams, specifications, and manual air conditioning and heater diagnostics and replacement procedures for domestic and imported Ford Thunderbird cars and light trucks from 1990+
Component Replacement & Adjustment -> Passenger Cars -> CONTROL PANEL ASSEMBLY, REPLACE -> 1992 -> 1993 -> CAPRI -> CONTINENTAL -> COUGAR & THUNDERBIRD -> CROWN VICTORIA, GRAND MARQUIS & TOWN CAR -> Electronic Automatic Temperature Control System -> ESCORT & TRACER -> FESTIVA -> Manual A/C System -> MARK VII -> MARK VIII -> MUSTANG -> PROBE -> SABLE & TAURUS -> TEMPO & TOPAZ
Vehicle: 1993 Ford Thunderbird LX 5.0 V8 GAS
CROWN VICTORIA, GRAND MARQUIS & TOWN CAR
- Disconnect battery ground cable.
- Remove LH and RH instrument panel molding assemblies.
- Remove cluster finish panel screws and six screws along top surface of cluster finish panel.
- Remove knob from headlamp auto dim switch, then remove headlamp switch shaft.
- Remove steering column close out bolster panel by removing two screws on left side, one screw on right side and three screws from the bottom.
- Lower steering column as follows:
- Place shift lever to "1."
- Remove PR...
CLICK HERE TO GET FULL ACCESS TO Ford Thunderbird A/C & HEATER SERVICE PROCEDURES
BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR Ford Thunderbird AUTOMOBILES
Includes anti-lock brakes, disc, drum, power and hydraulic brake services diagnostics and procedures for domestic and imported Ford Thunderbird cars and light trucks from 1990+.
Disc Brakes -> Rear Disc Brakes & Parking Brakes -> Parking Brake Service -> CROWN VICTORIA, GRAND MARQUIS & TOWN CAR -> Parking Brake Linings, Replace
Vehicle: 1992 Ford Thunderbird LX 5.0 V8 GAS
CROWN VICTORIA, GRAND MARQUIS & TOWN CAR
Parking Brake Linings, Replace
The parking brake system is a drum type design mounted in the hubs of the rear brake rotors.
- Raise and support vehicle, then remove wheel and tire assembly.
- Remove caliper as previously outlined, then the rotor assembly.
- Drain differential fluid from axle by removing cover.
- Remove lock bolt from differential pinion shaft, then the pinion shaft from differential.
- Push axle shaft inward to gain access to axle shaft C-lock, then remove C-lock.
- Remove ABS speed sensor, then the axle shaft from axle housing.
- Disconn...
CLICK HERE TO GET FULL ACCESS TO Ford Thunderbird BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES
FUEL FILTER REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR Ford Thunderbird AUTOMOBILES
Fuel filter replacement procedures with corresponding images for most domestic and imported Ford Thunderbird cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. for 1980+.
Ford Motor Co. Passenger Cars -> Fuel Pressure Relief -> Except Aspire, Festiva, Focus, Fusion, Milan, 2003-06 Crown Victoria, Grand Marquis, Sable, Taurus & Town Car, 1991-96 Escort, 1988-96 Tracer, 1991-94 Capri, 1989-91 Probe & 2005-06 Mustang
Vehicle: 1994 Ford Thunderbird SC 3.8 V6 GAS
Do not smoke or allow an open flame of any type when working on or near any fuel system related components. The highly flammable vapor mixtures may ignite, resulting in serious personal injury.
Prior to disconnecting fuel lines, the fuel system pressure must be relieved to prevent accidental spray of fuel.
When installing the fuel filter, ensure the flow arrow is facing in the proper direction...
CLICK HERE TO GET FULL ACCESS TO Ford Thunderbird FUEL FILTER REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES
DRIVELINE, U-JOINT & CV AXLES REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR Ford Thunderbird AUTOMOBILES
Includes CV axle, universal joint, and driveline replacement, for domestic and imported Ford Thunderbird cars and light trucks from 1990+.
DRIVESHAFT, Replace
Vehicle: 1990 Ford Thunderbird 3.8 V6 GAS
- Raise and support vehicle.
- Index-mark driveshaft. Place a paint index-mark on pinion flange to driveshaft centering socket yoke.
- Remove driveshaft-to-driveshaft pinion flange bolts.
- Place a paint index-mark on driveshaft slip-yoke to transmissio...
CLICK HERE TO GET FULL ACCESS TO Ford Thunderbird DRIVELINE, U-JOINT & CV AXLES REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES
STARTER & ALTERNATOR REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR Ford Thunderbird AUTOMOBILES
Includes starter and alternator replacement procedures for domestic and imported Ford Thunderbird cars and light trucks from 1990+.
Starter, Replace
Vehicle: 1991 Ford Thunderbird LX 5.0 V8 GAS
- Disconnect battery ground cable.
- Raise and support vehicle.
- Disconnect starter cable and relay connector from starter solenoid.
- Remove starter motor mounting bolt...
CLICK HERE TO GET FULL ACCESS TO Ford Thunderbird STARTER & ALTERNATOR REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES
CABIN AIR FILTER LOCATIONS & REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR Ford Thunderbird AUTOMOBILES
Cabin air filter locations and replacement procedures with corresponding images for most domestic and imported Ford Thunderbird cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. as equipped to the current model year.
Cabin Air Filter Service -> Ford Motor Co. -> 2002-05 Thunderbird & 2005-09 Mustang
Vehicle: 2002 Ford Thunderbird 3.9 V8 GAS
Under normal operating conditions the cabin air filter should be replaced every 15,000 miles. In dusty areas change the cabin air filter more often.
- Open the hood.
- Remove the lefthand and righthand cowl trim pieces.
- Note position of wiper blades on windshield.
- Remove the wiper arm nut covers, then the nuts and wiper arms.
- Remove the pin type retainers attaching the cowl cover to the cowl, Fig. .
- Release the righthand corner of the cabin air filter by pushing on the retaining cl...
CLICK HERE TO GET FULL ACCESS TO Ford Thunderbird CABIN AIR FILTER LOCATIONS & REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES
MAINTENANCE LAMP RESET PROCEDURES FOR Ford Thunderbird AUTOMOBILES
Maintenance lamp reset procedures with corresponding images for most domestic and imported Ford Thunderbird cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from 1990+.
Ford Motor Co. Cars -> Low Coolant Lamp ->
Vehicle: 1991 Ford Thunderbird 5.0 V8 GAS
The low coolant warning lamp should light whenever the coolant level in the coolant recovery bottle is 1/4 to 3/4 inch or more below the cold full mark. Raise coolant level in recovery bottle to the cold full mark to turn lamp off.
On models equipped with GEM module and low coolant level warning system, t...
CLICK HERE TO GET FULL ACCESS TO Ford Thunderbird MAINTENANCE LAMP RESET PROCEDURES
RADIATOR & HOSE REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR Ford Thunderbird AUTOMOBILES
Includes radiator, cooling and heater hose replacement procedures for domestic and imported Ford Thunderbird cars and light trucks from 1990+
Heater Hose, Replace -> Inlet -> Outlet
Vehicle: 1994 Ford Thunderbird SC 3.8 V6 GAS
Inlet
- Drain cooling system into a suitable container.
- Reposition heater hose inlet clamp at water crossover using hose clamp pliers.
- Remove heater inlet hose from water crossover.
- Reposition heater core inlet hose clamp at heater core using hose clamp pliers.
- Remove hose from vehicle.
- Reverse procedure to in...
CLICK HERE TO GET FULL ACCESS TO Ford Thunderbird RADIATOR & HOSE REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES
SERPENTINE BELT SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR Ford Thunderbird AUTOMOBILES
Serpentine belt replacement procedures with corresponding images for most domestic and imported Ford Thunderbird cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from 1990+.
Serpentine Drive Belt, Replace
Vehicle: 1991 Ford Thunderbird LX 5.0 V8 GAS
- Rotate or lift the belt tensioner arm, using a suitable tool to relieve tension from dr...
CLICK HERE TO GET FULL ACCESS TO Ford Thunderbird SERPENTINE BELT SERVICE PROCEDURES
COMPONENT LOCATION DIAGRAMS FOR Ford Thunderbird AUTOMOBILES
Component location diagrams for most Ford Thunderbird cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from 1990+.
 Engine Compartment Components Diagram for 1991 Ford Thunderbird 3.8 V6 GASComponents on diagram: |
 Engine Compartment Components Diagram for 1992 Ford Thunderbird SC 3.8 V6 GASComponents on diagram: |
CLICK HERE TO GET FULL ACCESS TO Ford Thunderbird PARTS/COMPONENTS LOCATION DIAGRAMS!
WIRING DIAGRAMS FOR Ford Thunderbird AUTOMOBILES
OEM drawn wiring diagrams for most Ford Thunderbird cars and light trucks sold in the U.S.
 1990 Ford Thunderbird LX 3.8 V6 GAS Wiring DiagramComponents on diagram: |
 1990 Ford Thunderbird LX 3.8 V6 GAS Wiring DiagramComponents on diagram: |
CLICK HERE TO GET FULL ACCESS TO Ford Thunderbird WIRING DIAGRAMS!
TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETINS FOR Ford Thunderbird AUTOMOBILES
OEM TSB listings for most Ford Thunderbird cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from 1985+.
|
Document: SUPERCHARGER - DIAGNOSIS PROCEDURES - S/M REVISION Vehicle: 1991 Ford Thunderbird SC 3.8 V6 GAS Symptoms: |
|
Document: COOLANT LEAKS - MIS-DIAGNOSED AS HEATER CORE LEAKING Vehicle: 1988 Ford Thunderbird 5.0 V8 GAS Symptoms: |
CLICK HERE TO GET FULL ACCESS TO Ford Thunderbird TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETINS!
COMPONENT/PARTS SPECIFICATIONS FOR Ford Thunderbird AUTOMOBILES
BRAKE SPECIFICATIONS: Brake drum, rotor, caliper, and related specifications for most Ford Thunderbird cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1970+.
- Brake caliper mounting bolt torque
- Brake drum runout, machining, & discard specs
- Minimum brake lining thickness.
- Brake rotor runout, parallelism, machining, discard, & finish specs
A/C SYSTEM SPECIFICATIONS: Air conditioning refrigerant capacity and type as well as lubricant capacity for most Ford Thunderbird cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1980+.
- Refrigerant capacity & type, compressor oil viscosity, total system oil capacity & compressor clutch gap
COOLING SYSTEM BLEED: Cooling system bleeder valve identification, bleeder type and bleed procedures for most domestic and imported cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1986+.
PREVENTIVE MAINTENANCE: Preventive maintenance recommendations and required services for most domestic and imported cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1980+. Includes severe and routine service schedules
QUICK-LUBE and ILLUSTRATIONS: Fluid recommendations, capacities, drain plug torques, tire data, and severe service recommended preventive maintenance schedules. Information covers most Ford Thunderbird cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1980+. Engine and chassis service images.
- Automatic transmission/transaxles capacities, lubricant recommendations
- Differential/final drive capacities, lube recommendations, grades, & viscosities
- Final drive fill & drain plug torques
- Number of lubrication fittings & plugs
- Power steering, brake, & clutch fluid recommendations
- Manual transmission/transaxle capacities, lube recommendations, grades, & viscosities
- Number of lubrication fittings & plugs
- Power steering, brake, & clutch fluid recommendations
- Engine oil capacities, API grade recommendations, SAE viscosity recommendations, drain plug torque
- Severe service maintenance & interval recommendations
- Tire sizes, wheel nut/bolt torque, pressures & rim sizes
- Transfer case capacities, lube recommendations, grades, & viscosities
TUNE-UP & DRIVEABILITY SPECIFICATIONS: Most tune-up specifications for most Ford Thunderbird cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1980+
- Airflow sensor electrical specifications
- Tensioning specifications for systems with automatic tensioners
- Barometric pressure sensor specs
- Battery group number and cranking performance
- Crankshaft & camshaft position sensor resistance
- Engine compression pressures
- Coolant temperature sensor specs
- Computer advance.
- Diesel fuel temperature sensor resistance.
- Distributor advance specifications
- Ignition pickup coil resistance
- Exhaust gas recirculation temperature sensor resistance
- Engine fastener torque values
- Firing order diagrams
- Fuel system pressures
- Generator (alternator) specs
- Intake air temperature sensor specs
- Ignition coil specifications
- Fuel injector resistance
- Engine idle speeds
- Knock sensor resistance
- Manifold absolute pressure sensor specs
- Mixture control solenoid resistance
- Voltage regulator specs
- Spark plug applications & gaps
- Starter motor electrical specs.
- Tensioning specifications for systems without automatic tensioners
- Throttle body temperature sensor resistance
- Ignition timing in degrees at rpm
- Transmission oil temperature sensor resistance
- Throttle position sensor specs
- Vacuum sensor valve specs
CLICK HERE TO GET FULL ACCESS TO Ford Thunderbird SPECIFICATIONS DATA!
Shop online for auto body parts, engines, wheels, lights...
| More parts |
| Get the Complete Technical Service Bulletins! |
 Access diagrams and repair information such as wiring diagrams,
diagnosis and repair charts, manufacturer
service bulletins, and OEM Part
numbers of your Ford Thunderbird vehicle.
|
| Access the Complete guide! |
