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Ford Thunderbird
Report: Intake Manifold May Crank Near Thermostat Resulting in Coolant Leak
Ford Thunderbird Problem
Model Year Affected: 1997
Engine Affected: 4.6L V8
Average Mileage: 145,559 mi (76,000 mi - 210,679 mi)
The composite (plastic) intake manifold may crack near the thermostat housing and cause a coolant leak. Ford released an updated manifold that was reinforced to prevent a recurrence. No recall was issued for this problem but Ford did extend the warranty to seven years on some models from the date of purchase.
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Report #1jct52, 1997 Ford Thunderbird, 4.6L V8
Rookieintake manifold cracked at thermostat. Ford had recall on manifold. replaced with same manifold. happened again. 2nd time replaced with different manifold. alu.for front crossover, composite the rest. Dealer replaced no cost
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Report #2Visitor, 1997 Ford Thunderbird, 4.6L V8, 76,000 mi
The composite (plastic) intake manifolds could crack near the thermostat housing and cause a coolant leak. Ford released an updated manifold that was reinforced to prevent a recurrence. I purchased an after-market intake manifold that was much cheaper and owrks fine
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Report #3Visitor, 1997 Ford Thunderbird, 4.6L V8, 150,000 mi
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Report #4Visitor, 1997 Ford Thunderbird, 4.6L V8, 210,679 mi