2002 Ford ThunderbirdFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE

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Different car Section 1 (Wiring Diagrams) Section 2 (Module Communications Network) Section 3 (Anti-Theft Systems - Passive) Section 4 (Cruise Control Systems) Section 5 (Steering Column Switches) Section 6 (System Wiring Diagrams - F150) Section 7 (System Wiring Diagrams) Section 8 (System Wiring Diagrams - F150) Section 9 (System Wiring Diagrams) Section 10 (Engine Controls - Removal, Overhaul & Installation - BLACKWOOD, Expedition, F150 Pickup & Navigator - Gasoline) Section 11 (Engine Introduction - Trucks) Section 12 (Automatic A/C-Heater Systems) Section 13 (Manual HVAC Systems - F150) Section 14 (Disc Brakes & Drum Brakes) Section 15 (Disc Brakes) Section 16 (Manual A/C-Heater Systems) Section 17 (Charging System - Generators & Regulators) Section 18 (Manual A/C-Heater Systems) Section 19 (Cooling System Specifications & Drive Belt Routing) Section 20 (Generators & Regulators) Section 21 (Engine Controls - Service & Adjustment Specifications) Section 22 (Manual A/C-Heater Systems) Section 23 (Automatic A/C-Heater Systems) Section 24 (Disc Brakes & Drum Brakes) Section 25 (Starting System - F150 Pickups) Section 26 (Generators & Regulators) Section 27 (Starters) Section 28 (Charging System - Generators & Regulators - Single Generator) Section 29 (Charging System - Generators & Regulators - Dual Generators) Section 30 (Starting System - Starters - Diesel) Section 31 (Starting System - Starters - Except Diesel) Section 32 (Starting System - Excursion & F250-F550 Super Duty) Section 33 (Engine Controls - Basic Diagnostic Procedures - Except Diesel) Section 34 (Engine Controls - Self-Diagnostics - EEC-V - Diesel 7.3L (99F E Series & 99F F450/550)) Section 35 (Engine Controls - Trouble Shooting - No Codes - EEC-V - Diesel) Section 36 (Engine Control System & Engine Component Tests - EEC-V - Diesel 7.3L (99F E Series & 99F F450/550)) Section 37 (Diagnosis) Section 38 (Automatic Transmission - Diagnosis - 4R100) Section 39 (Automatic Transmission - Diagnosis - 4R70W) Section 40 (Automatic Transmission Servicing) Section 41 (Engine Controls - Self-Diagnostics) Section 42 (Engine Controls - Basic Diagnostic Procedures - Trucks - Diesel) Section 43 (Engine Controls - Self-Diagnostics) Section 44 (Engine Controls - Pin Voltage Charts) Section 45 (Engine Controls - Self-Diagnostics - 2.2L) Section 46 (Engine Control System - Adjustments) Section 47 (Engine Removal, Overhaul & Installation -- ECONOLINE, Excursion & F250-F550 Super Duty - Diesel 7.3L (99F E Series & 99F F450/550)) Section 48 (Engine Controls - Removal, Overhaul & Installation) Section 49 (Engine Removal, Overhaul & Installation - Crown Victoria - NGV) Section 50 (Engine Controls - Removal, Overhaul & Installation -- ECONOLINE, Excursion & F250-F550 Super Duty - Gasoline) Section 51 (Engine Removal, Overhaul & Installation - F150 Pickup - Bi-Fuel) Section 52 (Removal, Overhaul & Installation) Section 53 (Engine Self-Diagnostics - EEC-V - Bi-Fuel) Section 54 (Engine Controls - Trouble Shooting - No Codes - EEC-V - Bi-Fuel) Section 55 (Engine Controls - Theory & Operation - Bi-Fuel) Section 56 (Engine Removal, Overhaul & Installation - F150 Pickup - NGV) Section 57 (Engine Controls - Self-Diagnostics - 3.0L) Section 58 (Engine Controls - System & Component Tests - EEC-V - Bi-Fuel) Section 59 (Engine Controls - System & Component Tests - EEC-V - NGV) Section 60 (Engine Controls - Theory & Operation) Section 61 (Engine Controls - Self-Diagnostics) Section 62 (Engine Controls - Trouble Shooting - No Codes) Section 63 (Engine Controls - System & Component Testing) Section 64 (Engine Controls - Sensor Operating Range Charts) Section 65 (Engine Controls - Removal, Overhaul & Installation - ECONOLINE - NGV) Section 66 (Engine Controls - Removal, Overhaul & Installation - SATURN ""L"" Series) Section 67 (Engine Controls - Removal, Overhaul & Installation) Section 68 (Air Bag Restraint Systems) Section 69 (Supplemental Inflatable Restraint System - F150 Pickup) Section 70 (Air Bag Restraint Systems) Section 71 (Supplemental Inflatable Restraint System -- Excursion & F250-550 Super Duty) Section 72 (Air Bag Restraint Systems) Section 73 (Air Bag Restraint Systems) Section 74 (System Wiring Diagrams) Section 75 (System Wiring Diagrams) Section 76 (System Wiring Diagrams) Section 77 (System Wiring Diagrams) Section 78 (System Wiring Diagrams) Section 79 (System Wiring Diagrams) Section 80 (Heater Systems - F150) Section 81 (Adjustable Pedals Assembly Systems - BLACKWOOD & F150 Pickup) Section 82 (Anti-Theft Systems - Passive - BLACKWOOD & F150 Pickup) Section 83 (Cruise Control Systems - F150 Pickup) Section 84 (AUTOLAMP Systems - BLACKWOOD & F150 Pickup) Section 85 (Instrument Panel - Analog - F150 Pickup - Gasoline) Section 86 (Analog Instrument Panels) Section 87 (Instrument Panel - Analog - BLACKWOOD) Section 88 (Instrument Panel - Analog - F150 Pickup (CNG)) Section 89 (Instrument Panel - Analog - F150 Pickup - Bi-Fuel) Section 90 (Power Mirrors) Section 91 (Power Seats - BLACKWOOD) Section 92 (Power Window System - F150 Pickup) Section 93 (Power Windows - BLACKWOOD) Section 94 (STEERING COLUMN SWITCHES - F150 Pickup) Section 95 (Drive Shafts) Section 96 (Steering Column Switches) Section 97 (Wiper System & Washer System - F150 Pickup) Section 98 (Wiper/Washer Systems) Section 99 (Power Door Locks System & Remote Keyless Entry System - F150 Pickup) Section 100 (Power Door Locks & Remote Keyless Entry Systems) Section 101 (Module Communications Network - F150 Pickup) Section 102 (Module Communications Network) Section 103 (Parking Aid Systems) Section 104 (System Wiring Diagrams - E150) Section 105 (System Wiring Diagrams - E250) Section 106 (System Wiring Diagrams - E350 Super Duty) Section 107 (Cruise Control Systems) Section 108 (System Wiring Diagrams) Section 109 (System Wiring Diagrams) Section 110 (Instrument Panel - Analog - Gasoline & Diesel) Section 111 (Axle Shafts) Section 112 (Cabin Air Filter) Section 113 (Analog Instrument Panels - CNG) Section 114 (Module Communications Network) Section 115 (Cabin Air Filter) Section 116 (Removal & Installation - A/T) Section 117 (Overhead Console (Message Center)) Section 118 (Disc Brakes & Drum Brakes) Section 119 (Disc Brakes & Drum Brakes) Section 120 (System Wiring Diagrams - E150) Section 121 (System Wiring Diagrams - E250) Section 122 (System Wiring Diagrams - E350 Super Duty) Section 123 (Front Suspension - 2WD - Excursion, F-250 & F-350 Super Duty) Section 124 (Front Suspension) Section 125 (Rear Suspension) Section 126 (System Wiring Diagrams - F250 Super Duty) Section 127 (System Wiring Diagrams - F350 Super Duty) Section 128 (System Wiring Diagrams) Section 129 (System Wiring Diagrams - E150) Section 130 (System Wiring Diagrams - F150) Section 131 (System Wiring Diagrams - F250 Super Duty) Section 132 (System Wiring Diagrams - F350 Super Duty) Section 133 (System Wiring Diagrams) Section 134 (System Wiring Diagrams) Section 135 (System Wiring Diagrams) Section 136 (System Wiring Diagrams) Section 137 (System Wiring Diagrams) Section 138 (System Wiring Diagrams) Section 139 (System Wiring Diagrams) Section 140 (HVAC - Air Conditioning System) Section 141 (Automatic Transaxle/Transmission) Section 142 (Suspension System - General Information) Section 143 (Tires & Wheels) Section 144 (Driveline System - General Information) Section 145 (Rear Drive Axle/Differential - DANA 60 & 70) Section 146 (Rear Drive Axle/Differential - Ford 8.8- I

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When to See a Mechanic

Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:

  • β€’ You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
  • β€’ Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
  • β€’ The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
  • β€’ You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
  • β€’ You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.

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