There is no need to look for dents, dings, or rust on this one. This is a low mileage Thunderbird that was an elderly couple’s third vehicle, so it didn’t get to see much use. This is a nice 1994 Ford Thunderbird LX 2 door coupe for sale here on Craigslist in Bear Creek, North Carolina. The car continued until 1997 while its competitors, except for the Cougar which used the same body, had all either gone away earlier or changed from rear wheel drive, which this car has, to front wheel drive models. If you are unsure about what your diagnostic trouble codes mean after finding the Thunderbird OBD port location and scanning the codes have your Thunderbird diagnosed by a professional automotive technician.Ford let the Thunderbird continue for several years of its last 4-seater generation mostly unchanged. Flashing Check Engine Light: If your check engine light is flashing, stop driving your Thunderbird and have it towed to your nearest mechanic – a blinking check engine light means you probably have a very serious problem with your car and you risk ruining your engine by driving it. Steady Check Engine Light: If your check engine light is on every time you operate your Thunderbird, you need to have it checked as soon as possible, especially if you notice performance problems or unusual noises. For example, does it happen when you accelerating, driving on the highway or does it appear at low speeds? This will help your mechanic evaluate the issue.

Is it OK to drive with a check engine light on? Intermittent Check Engine Light: If the check engine light on your 1997 Thunderbird is not steady, try to take note of the conditions when this happens.

The video above shows how to locate the on board diagnostics OBD plug location on your 1997 Thunderbird, how to read the trouble codes and how to reset or clear the check engine light using a scanner on your Thunderbird. Whereas a steady check engine light may mean you merely need to tighten you gas cap next time you stop in order to reset the service engine soon light.

If you have a flashing check engine light, turn off the engine immediately to prevent potential motor damage.

A check engine light can indicate a broad spectrum of problems with your 1997 Ford Thunderbird.

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