Thunderbird V6-232 3.8L SC (1989)
3.8 EFI Supercharged
17. If vehicle is equipped with air conditioning, install compressor support bracket. Tighten attaching fasteners to 20-30 N.m (15-22 lb-ft).
18. Connect necessary electrical connectors.
19. Connect necessary vacuum hoses.
20. Connect heater tube hose to heater elbow.
21. Position heater tube support bracket and tighten attaching nut to 20-30 N.m (15-22 lb-ft). Tighten hose clamp at heater elbow securely.
22. Connect heater hose to the rear of the heater tube and tighten hose clamp.
23. Connect coolant bypass hose. Tighten hose clamp securely.
24. Connect radiator upper hose. Tighten hose clamp securely.
25. Connect fuel line(s) at injector fuel rail assembly.
26. Connect flexible fuel lines to steel lines.
27. Position accelerator cable mounting bracket. Install and tighten attaching bolts to 20-30 N.m (15-22 lb-ft).
28. Connect speed control cable, if so equipped, to the fuel charging assembly.
29. Connect transmission linkage at upper intake manifold assembly.
30. Fill cooling system with specified coolant.
CAUTION: This engine has an aluminum cylinder head and requires a special corrosion inhibiting coolant to avoid radiator damage.
31. Start engine and check for coolant or fuel leaks.
32. Check and, if necessary, adjust engine idle speed, transmission throttle linkage and speed control.
