Lincoln LS

Marine1
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Have you ever tried to get the two breather clips for the cover on the intake yet? All you see now is a perfect looking engine with this enormous plastic shroud over the throttle body with two threaded male ends sticking out to align it. A location was found recently for that part number and it...
RollinLS
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Remove adhesive from back. Finger nail or flathead screw driver works good. 400 grit sandpaper to sand off black backing. Tape off edges and front. Paint. You can use fingernail polish or get a small bottle of OEM touch up. Install with double sided 3M tape.
RollinLS
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Modifying stock speakers for better sound and clarity. Remove back cover. Cut white & black wire at circuit board. Remove small area of protect coating to yellow and black wires. Attach White wire to yellow wire and black wire to black wire. Drill one inch hole in backside of...
Quik LS
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By: Quik LS Excerpts from Taurus Club of America I purchased : - 12,000mcd RED LEDs off e-bay (100 LEDs for $18) - 560ohm resisters from Radioshack I then - soldered 9 LEDs in parallel into a V and attached a resistor to one leg - covered them in glue to keep it water tight - pulled the...
Quik LS
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By LVC Member Quik LS I finally installed my A-Pillar and gauges last weekend. I installed AutoMeter C2 Fuel Pressure and Air/Ratio gauges - can't have my NOS Pressure gauge or I do not pass tech inspection for my ESP class. Here's some pics: I tapped the fuel line between the...
Quik LS
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By LVC Member Quik LS I installed the StopTech Stainless Steel Brake Lines today. As you know, I autocross twice a month - my LS is a crowd pleaser.... but could use very little bit of help turning. I have upgraded my brakes with - slotted/drilled rotors, Porterfield Racing Pads...
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Here is a little Lincoln Tech article for you. The general idea here is to get more air into the engine thereby increasing efficiency and power. This is an at-your-own-risk mod. I am not responsible if you happen to break something while completing this mod. See the photo below for the hole...
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Submitted by Pepsi2185 Safety Exercise caution when working around electronics and unless you are well versed in automotive electronics. Do it yourself car repair can be dangerous to you and to your automobile components. DO NOT USE A TEST LIGHT Although many times it is harmless to use a...
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By LSBIT This is a time consuming job, but can be done with basic hand tools. It's just a matter of using the tools in the right combination for each bolt. I did have to run out and buy a 7 mm wrench, as well as a 1/4 drive 10 mm deep well to get to a couple of tight areas. My Craftsman...
Quik LS
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By: QuickLS I added some brake ducts to my LS - intakes from the lower front grill - through tubing - into the wheel spindles. This should help cool your brake rotors for better braking performance. Here's what I used: Black NASCAR Race Car NACA vents - I found these on eBay First -...
Quik LS
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Submitted by: Quik LS Replacing the COPs (coil-on-plug) is an all to common occurrence on early model Lincoln LS. the Valve covers tended to leak oil into the spark plug area, shorting the COPs. The V8 is easy to do but requires working in a tight space, while the V6 is a little more...
Quik LS
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Submitted by: Quik LS Replacing spark plugs on the V8 is easy to do but requires working in a tight space, while the V6 is a little more involved as it requires the removal of the intake. While you have access to this area, examine the coils to ensure they do not need to be replaced at the...
Quik LS
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Submitted by: Quik LS Replacing spark plugs on the V8 is easy to do but requires working in a tight space, while the V6 is a little more involved as it requires the removal of the intake (which is listed in a separate tech article). While you have access to this area, examine the coils to...
Quik LS
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Submitted by: Quik LS A little more involved, removing the V8 intake requires draining the cooling system and removing the Air Cleaner Outlet Tube - both are described in other tech articles. REMOVAL 1. Disconnect the battery ground cable. 2. Remove the air cleaner outlet tube. CAUTION...
Quik LS
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Submitted by: Quik LS Replacing the COPs (coil-on-plug) is an all to common occurrence on early model Lincoln LS. the Valve covers tended to leak oil into the spark plug area, shorting the COPs. Materials: Silicone Brake Caliper Grease and Dielectric Compound D7AZ-19A331-A Removal and...
Quik LS
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Submitted by: Quik LS You must remove the V6 intake when changing spark plugs, replacing coils or replacing the PCV valve. Intake Manifold -Upper Removal 1. Disconnect the battery ground cable. 2. Drain the engine cooling system. 3. Remove the engine appearance cover...
Quik LS
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Submitted by: Quik LS Replacing the COPs (coil-on-plug) is an all to common occurrence on early model Lincoln LS. the Valve covers tended to leak oil into the spark plug area, shorting the COPs. The V8 is easy to do but requires working in a tight space, while the V6 is a little more involved...
Quik LS
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Submitted by: Quik LS Visit the Lincoln LS Forum for more help. Take special care when refilling, as any air left in the system may cause a hot spot and damage the engine. You must bleed the system properly before driving normally. Lincoln LS Cooling System Draining, Filling and Bleeding...
Quik LS
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Submitted by: Quik LS Removing the V8 Lincoln LS Air Cleaner Outlet pipe is one of the most common things you will have to do. Most do it for to upgrade to a Cold Air Induction kit or for access the accessory belt, intake manifold, coils or spark plugs. This article is for the V8 Lincoln LS...
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