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Two-door coupe · 2.3L turbocharged EFI inline-four

1986 Ford Thunderbird Turbo Coupe, 2.3L turbocharged EFI inline-four, SelectShift automatic

Ford's 1986 Thunderbird factory matrix identifies the Thunderbird Turbo Coupe with the 2.3L turbocharged EFI inline-four and SelectShift automatic.

1986 Ford Thunderbird — exterior view
Exact 1986 Thunderbird reference photograph; exact configuration not verified ·

Photo: “1986 Ford Thunderbird Turbo Coupe.jpg” by Michel Curi / Wikimedia Commons, licensed under CC BY 2.0. Cropped to 16:9.

Factory configuration

What this model is

Trim
Thunderbird Turbo Coupe
Body style
Two-door coupe
Engine
2.3L turbocharged EFI inline-four
Transmission
SelectShift automatic

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1986 Ford Thunderbird: documented configuration differences
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Thunderbird élan, 3.8L EFI V6, Automatic Overdrive3.8L EFI V6Automatic OverdriveTwo-door coupe
Thunderbird élan, 5.0L EFI V8, Automatic Overdrive5.0L EFI V8Automatic OverdriveTwo-door coupe
Thunderbird Turbo Coupe, 2.3L turbocharged EFI inline-four, 5-speed manual overdrive2.3L turbocharged EFI inline-four5-speed manual overdriveTwo-door coupe
Current carThunderbird Turbo Coupe, 2.3L turbocharged EFI inline-four, SelectShift automatic2.3L turbocharged EFI inline-fourSelectShift automaticTwo-door coupe

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Scheduled topics
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Applicability stated
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Exact references
1

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    Engine oil filter — catalog fitment

    Exact reference available

    This manufacturer application record establishes replacement-filter fitment only; it does not establish a service interval.

    Baldwin B233

    Baldwin B233

    Applies to: 1986 · 2.3-liter turbocharged EFI inline-four, 2.3L turbocharged EFI inline-four, 2.3L intercooled turbocharged EFI inline-four · United States · Confirm the installed engine and filter housing before ordering.

    Source: Baldwin Filters — Automotive Applications catalog (2017) · Ford 1986 — Thunderbird application, printed catalog page 263, Lube column · checked

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Sources

  1. Ford Motor Company — 1986 Thunderbird factory sales brochure (Ford Heritage Vault AR-96-212010.3011)

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