2002 won't start after storage

[kdsnyder]

I stored my 02 Tbird with a trickle charger and premium unleaded gas with stabilizer. When I tried to start it I cranks fine but doesn’t attempt to fire. How can I tell if it’s a fuel or spark issue?

 

[biddle]

Please use the 4-digit model year in your subject as prompted. Also, since we are an all Ford Thunderbird site, you can omit the make/model of your car from the subject on future posts. I updated your subject.

 

[biddle]

The fuel pumps are known to fail on these cars when they are left sitting for months without being started.

2002 2003 2004 2005 Ford Thunderbird Fuel Pump 4W4Z9H307AA

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[74 Harley]

Spray a little ether in the air cleaner. If it tries to fire you have a fuel problem.

 

[biddle]

Spray a little ether in the air cleaner. If it tries to fire you have a fuel problem.

Also see this tip another member used from a tow truck driver to get it started- https://forums.fordthunderbirdforum.com/threads/won’t-start-2003.13473/post-82157