Thunderbird V6-232 3.8L (1982): Steering and Suspension

Also for this vehicle: Thunderbird L4-140 2.3L SOHC Turbo (1984), Thunderbird V6-232 3.8L SC (1989), Thunderbird V8-281 4.6L SOHC (1994), Thunderbird V8-3.9L VIN A (2002), Thunderbird V8-302 5.0L (1984), Thunderbird V8-302 5.0L HO (1992), Thunderbird V8-4.6L VIN W (1997).

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1. 01Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTC)Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTC): Sections
2. 02Relays and ModulesRelays and Modules: Sections
3. 03Sensors and SwitchesSensors and Switches: Sections
4. 04MaintenanceMaintenance: Sections
5. 05Engine, Cooling and ExhaustEngine, Cooling and Exhaust: Sections
6. 06Powertrain ManagementPowertrain Management: Sections
7. 07Transmission and DrivetrainTransmission and Drivetrain: Sections
8. 08Brakes and Traction ControlBrakes and Traction Control: Sections
9. 09Starting and ChargingStarting and Charging: Sections
10. 10Power and Ground DistributionPower and Ground Distribution: Sections
11. 11Steering and SuspensionSteering and Suspension: Sections
    • Alignment › System Information › Specifications2
    • Steering79 pages

      • Power Steering19 pages

        • Power Steering Fluid › Component Information › Technical Service Bulletins › Power Steering Fluid - Tips
        • Power Steering Fluid Reservoir › Component Information › Technical Service Bulletins4 pages

          • Customer Interest for Power Steering Fluid Reservoir: › 85111S › Feb › 85 › Power Steering Pump - Leakage At Dipstick Cap2
          • All Technical Service Bulletins for Power Steering Fluid Reservoir: › 85111S › Feb › 85 › Power Steering Pump - Leakage At Dipstick Cap2
        • Power Steering Pressure Control Valve › Component Information › Service and Repair
        • Power Steering Pump › Component Information13 pages

          • Technical Service Bulletins › Power Steering pump - Rotor and `C' Clip Changes2
          • Service and Repair › Removal and Installation234567891011
      • Steering Column18 pages

        • Key Reminder Switch › Component Information › Locations
        • Steering Column Lock › Component Information › Service and Repair › Ignition Lock Drive Gear Replace234567891011121314151617
      • Steering Gear › Component Information37 pages

        • Technical Service Bulletins24 pages

          • Recalls: › M24M25 › Aug › 83 › Campaign - Steering Gear Replacement23456789
          • All Technical Service Bulletins for Steering Gear:12 pages

            • 832211 › Nov › 83 › Steering Rack - `Short Rack' Availability23
            • M24M25 › Aug › 83 › Campaign - Steering Gear Replacement23456789
          • All Other Service Bulletins for Steering Gear: › 832211 › Nov › 83 › Steering Rack - `Short Rack' Availability23
        • Description and Operation › Manual2
        • Adjustments › Manual2
        • Service and Repair › Removal and Installation23456789
      • Steering Shaft › Component Information › Service and Repair › Removal2
      • Steering Wheel › Component Information › Service and Repair
      • Tie Rod2 pages

        • Tie Rod Boot › Component Information › Service and Repair
        • Tie Rod End › Component Information › Service and Repair
    • Suspension12 pages

      • Ball Joint › Component Information › Testing and Inspection › Ball Joint, Lower2
      • Control Arm › Component Information › Service and Repair
      • Stabilizer Bar, Sway Control › Stabilizer Bushing › Component Information › Service and Repair
      • Suspension Spring (Coil / Leaf) › Component Information › Service and Repair › Front2
      • Suspension Strut / Shock Absorber › Component Information4 pages

        • Technical Service Bulletins2 pages

          • Customer Interest for Suspension Strut / Shock Absorber: › 83198 › Sep › 83 › Front Struts - Clunk/Popping Noise on Turns
          • All Technical Service Bulletins for Suspension Strut / Shock Absorber: › 83198 › Sep › 83 › Front Struts - Clunk/Popping Noise on Turns
        • Service and Repair › Rear2
      • Wheel Bearing › Component Information › Adjustments2
    • Wheels and Tires33 pages

      • Tires › Component Information › Technical Service Bulletins10 pages

        • Customer Interest:4 pages

          • 9562 › Mar › 95 › Brakes - Roughness During Application2
          • 83259 › Dec › 83 › Tires - Outer Edge Tire Wear/Rotation Procedure2
        • All Technical Service Bulletins for Tires:5 pages

          • 9562 › Mar › 95 › Brakes - Roughness During Application2
          • 87710 › Apr › 87 › Tires - Michelin TRX Availability
          • 83259 › Dec › 83 › Tires - Outer Edge Tire Wear/Rotation Procedure2
        • All Other Service Bulletins for Tires: › 87710 › Apr › 87 › Tires - Michelin TRX Availability
      • Wheels › Component Information › Technical Service Bulletins › Aluminum Wheels - Wear/Corrosion Damage
      • Wheel Bearing › Component Information › Adjustments2
      • Wheel Fastener › Component Information › Technical Service Bulletins20 pages

        • Customer Interest: › 9562 › Mar › 95 › Brakes - Roughness During Application2
        • All Technical Service Bulletins for Wheel Fastener:10 pages

          • 98-5A-4 › Mar › 98 › Lug Nuts - Proper Installation/Torqueing Procedure23
          • 9562 › Mar › 95 › Brakes - Roughness During Application2
          • 861119 › Jun › 86 › Wheel Stud - Removal Procedure234
          • 85228 › Nov › 85 › Aluminum Wheel - New Improved Wrench Adapter
        • All Other Service Bulletins for Wheel Fastener:8 pages

          • 98-5A-4 › Mar › 98 › Lug Nuts - Proper Installation/Torqueing Procedure23
          • 861119 › Jun › 86 › Wheel Stud - Removal Procedure234
          • 85228 › Nov › 85 › Aluminum Wheel - New Improved Wrench Adapter
12. 12Heating and Air ConditioningHeating and Air Conditioning: Sections
13. 13Restraint SystemsRestraint Systems: Sections
14. 14Accessories and Optional EquipmentAccessories and Optional Equipment: Sections
15. 15Body and FrameBody and Frame: Sections
16. 16Cruise ControlCruise Control: Sections
17. 17Instrument Panel, Gauges and Warning IndicatorsInstrument Panel, Gauges and Warning Indicators: Sections
18. 18Lighting and HornsLighting and Horns: Sections
19. 19Windows and GlassWindows and Glass: Sections
20. 20Wiper and Washer SystemsWiper and Washer Systems: Sections