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1996 Ford Thnderbird won't start in the cold


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bhill
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Oct 27, 2012, 11:21 AM

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1996 Ford Thnderbird won't start in the cold Sign In

Had to ask the experts again. I have a 1996 Ford Thunderbird, 3.8l, 190,000 miles that will not start in the cold (32 degrees or less). Turns over but will not start until temps reach 45+. Have good spark but not quite sure how to check fuel system. Help would be appreciated.


Hammer Time
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Oct 27, 2012, 12:12 PM

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Re: 1996 Ford Thnderbird won't start in the cold Sign In

You need to use a fuel pressure gauge to read the fuel pressure and use a scan tool to look at the temp readings for both ECT and IAT before the car is started and see if the temps match.



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bhill
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Oct 27, 2012, 12:48 PM

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Re: 1996 Ford Thnderbird won't start in the cold Sign In

Thanks Hammer Time. Will have to dig up the proper diagnostic tools. You have helped me alot in the past and you are truly my go to guy. Thanks again!






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