What kind of mpg does a 2002 Ford Thunderbird get?

Test 2002 examples averaged 16.3 to 20.5 mpg in a mix of city and highway driving. Ford recommends premium fuel. Although the Thunderbird’s ride is not as smooth or solid as might be expected, it’s more compliant than most two-seat convertibles. That’s especially with the top down, when bumps can be absorbed by body flex.

What kind of gas mileage does Ford Thunderbird get?

Fuel economy is subpar. Test 2002 examples averaged 16.3 to 20.5 mpg in a mix of city and highway driving. Ford recommends premium fuel. Although the Thunderbird’s ride is not as smooth or solid as might be expected, it’s more compliant than most two-seat convertibles.

Is there a warranty on a 2002 Ford Thunderbird?

Ford initially placed a 10 year/100k mile warranty on the 2003 only model. They have since added the 2004 and 2005 models. The 2002 model owners are left to pay for their own repairs. The COP units are the same for all years Bought this car because it is my wifes favorite color (yellow).

What kind of car is the Ford Thunderbird?

Ford revived a famous old name with the 2002 Thunderbird, a two-passenger convertible with unabashedly retro styling cues. It was built on a shortened version of the rear-wheel-drive platform that had been developed for the Lincoln LS and Jaguar S-Type sedans.

Are there any problems with the 2002 Ford Thunderbird?

I recommend that Ford Motor Company recall the 2002 Ford Thunderbird and replace all coils and spark plugs with reliable parts as I have been advised by a Ford service employee that the replacement coils sometimes fail and must be replaced a second time. Driving 45 to 50 mph, engine starts cutting out, running rough.

What kind of horsepower does a Ford Thunderbird have?

So beginning with the 2003 model year, Ford re-programmed the 3.9 liter V8 and added variable valve timing (VVT), to boost the engine’s output to 280 HP. So what are your options to increase horsepower on a 2002 or a 2003-2005?

Why is my Ford Thunderbird engine not working?

While driving 60 mph, the check engine warning indicator illuminated and the vehicle began idling roughly. The vehicle was taken to an auto parts store where the employee found that cylinders 3, 4, and 7 were misfiring, as well as a random misfire. The contact opened the spark plug well and opened the coil pack.

How does a tuner work on a Ford Thunderbird?

Tuners are hand-held ‘flash’ devices that plug into the lower dashboard’s diagnostic port and ‘re-flash’ or reprogram the Thunderbird’s on-board computer. Just follow simple instructions on an LED readout and upon restart, your engine will deliver the increased horsepower, up to 28 HP for some devices.

Are there any recalls on 2002 Ford Thunderbird?

Why the 2002 Thunderbird coil, spark plugs and connectors were not covered under the recall of the 2003-5 is beyond me. Ford did an injustice to 2002 owners of the Thunderbird by not accepting that they had an issue with the car and I would like to see this issue remediated. The contact owns a 2002 Ford thunder bird.

Is the Ford Thunderbird a two seat car?

Ford recommends premium fuel. Although the Thunderbird’s ride is not as smooth or solid as might be expected, it’s more compliant than most two-seat convertibles. That’s especially with the top down, when bumps can be absorbed by body flex.

What kind of mpg does a 2002 Ford Thunderbird get?