20 Most Recent 1996 Ford Thunderbird LX - Page 3 Questions & Answers

That is the coolant bypass pipe

Bad bearing?

Sounds as if you are experiencing early stages of fuel pump failure. The pump motor is getting "hot" during the 25 minute drive. After you shut the car off and try to restart it,the pump is weak and not getting the fuel pressure up enough to allow for a quick start and smooth running. I would check the bleed down time on the fuel system and the pressure to see what it is before and after the 25 minute drive time.

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Could need a recharge. It also could use a A/C tune up...there may be condensation in the system.

Check the fuses...blown fan fuse

Close the latch with the hood open to make sure it works. If it does make sure the hood release handle,is in all the way and adjust the latch assembly

Rated pressures are always on the tire. Usually max pressure is 44lbs, cold Normal operation is about 35lbs, for most passenger cars

Do them one at a time so you Don, t mix them up.

Pump still runs because hasn't started and is in cold start mode. Get power to the coil to get it running first, then see if the pump shuts down when switch is off.

Flexplates fail on all cars. You will need to pull the starter out to inspect the teeth.

Try unlocking door with key or use your other key

Valve stem seals are leaking and/or valve guides are worn, opening the seals and allowing oil to run down valve stem. When de-accelerating, oil is sucked down the valve stems, then blown out when you start off. If it smokes under acceleration, then piston rings are worn.

If the tach doesnt work will need to replace entire cluster i am 95% positive you cannot buy separate parts because everything on the cluster runs off one circuit board.