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  1. Bubba 14

    Gen 1 Windshield Washer nozzles

    After 23 years the nozzles are cracked and leaking under the hood. Does anyone have a clue as where to find replacements. I know that OEM ones are no longer available and that the nipples on them have to be at a 90 degree angle. Trie a set from local parts store, but nipple is at completely...
  2. Bubba 14

    Weird electrical issues Gen 1 V-6

    Drove the LS today on some errands. First start was normal, Then when second startup was done, car started up fine, but no dash lights or A/C. Shut car off, then restarted vehicle and all was OK. Other day, similar scenario, but this time vehicle would not crank and PATS light blinked. Second...
  3. Bubba 14

    2000 LS Air Bag warning light

    Hello. My 2000 LS V-6 just developed an issue. The air bag warning light started flashing then stayed on while driving. At the same time the steering wheel mounted radio volume switches are very erratic in operation, have been doing this for a while. All signs point to a faulty clock spring. Am...
  4. Bubba 14

    2000 Lincoln LS glove box CD changer removal

    I want to remove this item- converted to an aftermarket stereo so this is no longer used. I have searched on this forum for a thread but no luck. How difficult is to remove the changer and reclaim my glove box space?
  5. Bubba 14

    Gen 1 LS Stereo Upgrade

    Hello. I have a 2000 LS with the 6 disc CD changer. I want to do an upgrade on the stereo head unit. I want to get a new head unit and if possible retain the steering wheel controls. Don't really need the disc changer. What kind of problems/glitches should I be aware of and are there any...
  6. Bubba 14

    2000 LS Front Pass door interior handle will not open door

    Greetings. 2000 LS, 85K miles. Just started having issue with R/H front door inside handle acting up. It has to be pulled almost to the point of breaking to open the door. I just read a bunch of existing threads on this subject- they all point to the handle as the culprit. Going to open up the...
  7. Bubba 14

    Hayden vs Flex-A-Lite

    I am going to have to add an aux cooling fan to my 2000 LS V-6. Living in the desert means the stock cooling fan just can't hack it during 100+ degree days here with the A/C on. I want to mount a pusher fan on the front of the condenser for additional cooling. Is there any big difference between...
  8. Bubba 14

    2000 LS v-6 P/N XW4Z-8260-CB Doesn't match with one in vehicle

    Going to do a overhaul of the cooling system hoses on this Gen 1 v-6. Ordered a Motorcraft KM 5274 as prescribed by Ford parts, Got it from Parts Geek at a decent price. But upon inspection it differs from the installed one in that the nipple coming off the plastic part at a 45 degree angle is a...
  9. Bubba 14

    00 LS V-6 Starting to run hot at highway speeds

    My 00 LS V-6 has just started to run hotter than normal when at highway speeds (60+ mph). It goes to midpoint between normal and hot. Then when I come to a stop it cools down to normal. no coolant leakage, cooling fan does come on. Replaced a funky looking degas bottle cap with a Motorcraft one...
  10. Bubba 14

    2000 LS Sunroof issues

    On my 2000 LS the sunroof is now stuck in a semi-closed position. The rear of the glass panel is tilted slightly upward, creating air entry and noise at highway speeds. I was going to take a look at the mechanics of the unit but the interior trim sliding panel is stuck closed and will not slide...
  11. Bubba 14

    What to expect for gas mileage for 2000 LS V6 with 80,000 miles

    Just bought a 2000 LS 3.0 With 80,000 miles on it. Running the 91 octane fuel, what can I expect to get for fuel mileage. Driving scenario is 50% intown and 50% open interstate? Vehicle is in very good running condition.
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