Resources for the Repair and Maintenance of your Lincoln LS
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Lincoln LS Problems
Overheating Due to Damaged Water Pump
Erratic engine coolant temperature or intermittent overheating can be caused by corrosion inside the water pump. The impeller may spin on the water pump shaft or the impeller may corrode. Either condition reduces coolant circulation resulting in engine overheating.
Exhaust Leak in Fornt of Catalytic Converter
An exhaust leak may develop in front of the catalytic converter. This type of leak should be corrected as soon a possible to avoid damaging the catalytic converter.
Rough Idle and/or Engine Stalling Condition
In high dust areas, problems with the EGR system are common. The filter for the EGR solenoid may plug and cause the EGR to activate when it should not; this can cause the engine to stall. The dirty filter should be replaced to correct this concern.
Replace Spark Plug Boots When Replacing Spark Plugs
Due to age and possible damage during removal, it is recommended to replace the spark plug boots when replacing the spark plugs,
Oil coated air filer causing mass air flow sensor failure
Do not use air filters with oil-coated elements. They may cause premature failure of the mass air flow sensor; this is not covered under the warranty.
Lincoln LS Recalls (Recent)
17" Chrome Wheels May Loosen and Fall Off
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17" chrome wheels may not have been properly heat treated. These wheels may crack at the lug nut holes which could result in loosening of the lug nuts. The driver may experience vibration and/or abnormal noise while driving. Continued operation of the vehicle could result in the wheel failing off, increasing the risk of a crash. Dealers will inspect the wheels and replace those without proper heat treating. The Ford recall number is 03S01.
Learn more »Fuel Tank May Crack
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On 56 vehicles, the fuel tank may have an area with a thin wall and may crack creating the potential for a fuel leak, fuel odor, and the check engine light may come on. A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source may result in a fire. Dealers will replace the fuel tank free of charge. The Ford recall number s 05S29.
Learn more »Lincoln Recalls 2000-2001 LS Due to Loose Ball Joint to Control Arm Fasteners
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If the ball joints are not fastened securely, it could result in a fracture of the ball joint stud. This could result in loss of vehicle control and an accident. Dealers will inspect the torque on the two ball joint attaching fasteners.
Learn more »Lincoln LS Questions and Answers
here recently my car has been shutting down when driving. my traction control light comes on and it shuts down with no power. jump it and seems like nothing wrongs. traction control light comes on ...
outlined engine light on, rough idle and surging as if it has a vacuum leak
My cars break light suddenly came on tonight and the breaks were really hard to press to get the car to stop. The car is also leaking break fluid now and my owners manual says it might be Brake for...
I am trying to remove the dash of My Lincoln LS 2000 V8 to replace the fuel gauge and tach gauge. How do I do this?
A couple of years ago, my Lincoln would stop accepting gasoline from the pump requiring lengthy fill up times. It would take a gallon or so and then the pump would stop. Why is this and what can be...
Lincoln LS Stories
Did anyone know that Lincoln has extended the warranty on the coils because they have alot of problems with the coils, can get them replaced if needed for free. They said Lincoln sent out notices about them but I didn't get one and had spent approx. $450.00 to replace worn out ones Thanks Lincoln for notifying me not.
My Lincoln 2001 LS V-6 started overheating in the summer when it is hot outside. Changed the thermostat, still same prob. Someone said the water pump could have corrosion or maybe air in the lines. I don't have a lot of money to spend for someone to find it.
Also, my engine light, airbag light and now recently the light bulb light. There are no reason they should be on. (electrical??)
Jus bought my 01 Lincoln LS 2 days ago from a lil dealership for 2 grand. And now i am very nervous about it after reading everything. My mechanic is doing it up for cheap for now. Oil change, transmission change, plugs, engine light sensor misfire. And a few other things. But shit! I dont know how i feel about this purchase now!
LINCOLN LS ARE NICE LUXURY CARS B UT HERES MY SUGGESTION DONT BUY ONE WHY EXPENSIVE TO HAVE FIXED THERE ARE UNIBODYS BUILT OUT OF STEEL AND EVENTUALLY WILL RUST AWAY AT THE SIDE PILLAR ROCKER DOGLEG AND SUBFRAME IF YOU ARE GONNA BUY A CAR BUY ONE WERE THE UNIBODY IS MADE OF ALUMINIUM SINCE ALUMINUM DOSENT RUST OR BUY A TRUCK SINCE THEY HAVE A FULL FRAME
I first brought this car the prettiest auto on road,now 10 years later it currently have a problem mechanic cant seem to lay hands on .The battery dies over night,brought new battery,next dead again,changed alternaters,next day battery dead agin,changed heat climates control battery dead again,remove fuses that control air-condition battery not dead,still can not pin point the probleem.very expenseive to work on.