2.4

hardly worth mentioning
Crashes / Fires:
0 / 0
Injuries / Deaths:
0 / 0
Average Mileage:
64,272 miles

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2000 Lincoln LS Owner Comments

problem #1

Jul 282005

LS 8-cyl

  • Automatic transmission
  • 64,272 miles

A D V E R T I S E M E N T S

The engine failures began on July 28, 2005 and have continued through this date. This engine should have been recalled. The types of problems cause the engine to create erroneous mechanical readouts preventing the vehicle from passing state's emission inspections. The engine shuts down due to faulty plastic tensioners causing the timing chains to become loose, thus causing engine failures. I'm lucky I was not going any faster when my engine failed twice causing me to lose my steering capabilities, etc. Most mechanics are replacing ignition coils because they are getting misfire readings on specific cylinders, however the problem lies with the timing chains that go out eventually. Currently, I have four diagnostic readings on my engine stating that number 4 cylinder is misfiring, when indeed two mechanics are stating that the timing chain is the problem and another expert familiar with this problem sells the specific kits to try to correct this known problem of Ford's. check out this website for more information: stores.christophersforeigncarparts.com/-strse-template/about/page.bok. I have had all 8 cylinder ignition coils changed; spark plug boots; and valve cover gaskets replaced and still these are misfiring. Lincoln knew of the problem with these models and changed the factory warranty on all models after 2002 from 50,000 miles to 80,000. Please refer to edmund's blog site under Lincoln Ls for additional owners experiencing the same thing. Also, I filed a consumer complaint back on 10.25.2007 at the state of Missouri attorney general's office. Ford was made aware of the problem and did nothing to remedy the situation claiming the car had too many miles and was too old.

- Dallas City, IL, USA

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