OBD2 dealers here cannot connect to the port to run a diagnostic

1997 FORD THUNDERBIRD
210,000 MILES • 4.6L • V8 • 2WD • AUTOMATIC
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BHARIK
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The port accepts an OBD1 style connector but reads nothing. Is it possible that in 1997 they have OBD2 but fit with an OBD style port?
Oct 18, 2019 at 3:47 PM
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STEVE W.
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Welcome to 2CarPros. 1997 should be an OBD II. Any car sold in the US after 1996 had to be OBD II. The connector is on the passenger side next to the glove compartment. Could you take a picture of the connector and post it?
Oct 18, 2019 at 4:12 PM