1996 Ford Thunderbird Repair Question
Topics covered: Engine, Oil pressure, Oil pressure switch.
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Asked on January 27, 2011
Oil problem with 1996 Thunderbird
I have a 1996 Ford Thunderbird with 6 cyl and automatic trans. I drive this car and after awhile I have a problem with the oil. After it gets hot and I come to a stop, the oil gage drops to zero. If I put the car in neutral it goes back up an all is normal. It does not happen right away, only after I drive for awhile and come to a stop. I changed the oil thinking that the oil may have had trash in the oil filter screen is getting clogged up.
Asked by gregoryyocumAnswer
Replied on January 27, 2011
Check the oil pressure with a mechanical gauge,if normal replace the oil pressure switch. If abnormal could mean oil pump and engine bearings
Replied on January 27, 2011
Do I check the oil pressure on all 6 cyl or will only work?
Replied on January 27, 2011
Can you tell me of a site that I can use to get location of switch?
Replied on January 31, 2011
Engine Oil Pressure Switch (3.8L)On lower left front of engine. See
Engine Oil Pressure Switch (4.6L)On lower left front of engine
3.8 is at no.15 1st pic
4.6 is at no.25 2nd pic
