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    03 ls trouble codes... please help

    i ordered it new from the dealership, its the same manufactur as the original. it charges within spec. i'm gona check all my power connections that i can find today. hopefully there is one all corroded up, something easy. the ignition control module at the dealer is $949.
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    03 ls trouble codes... please help

    alright... i'm completely confused again. i bought a new denso alt. for my car from the dealer and installed it tonight. i'm still having the exact same problem. no changes in coil codes or the miss. now i guess i'm down to checking power connections and all the grounds. wheres is that pcm...
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    03 ls trouble codes... please help

    i went to the dealer and talked with the mechanic. he said given the specific coils that are out, and that i've replaced all of them that i'm likely getting a false code. apparently when the car sees a bad coil it shuts down the injector for that cylinder. which creates a miss if its getting a...
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    Wrong brand plugs kill coils???

    thought i'd throw my 2 cents in... my car is an 03 ls v8. i have 80k and changed my factory plugs. one side of the plug says ngk, the other says motorcraft. i thought you'd like to know there are others like yours. i bought my coils from direct ford parts .com $38 something a pc plus @20 for...
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    03 ls trouble codes... please help

    i have an 03 lincoln ls v8 w/ 80k miles. car started running crappy so i checked into it and replaced all my plugs, valve cover gaskets, and all the coils. i'm still getting codes for ignition coil malfunction on cylinders c,f,g,h. what controls when the coils fire? i've heard from one guy that...
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    spark plugs

    i can't speak for the ls, however i've pulled way too many dead bosch plugs out of other peoples cars over the years to ever use them. they are the only plugs i've ever seen burnt all the way down at their own recommended change interval. down with bosch... my factory plugs say ngk and motorcraft.
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    Eibach Springs/And 20's...

    wheel fitment all depends on your width and offset. keeping the same tire od is a good idea. if you change it your speedo will be off and your shift points if you have an auto trans. i'm running 19x8.5 fronts/ 19x9.5 rears with the eibach spring kit. the fronts touch from time to time on big...
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    Strut Replacement?

    i installed new lowering springs on my 03 ls8. its basically a shock replacement job. use the spring compressors and be carefull.
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    Off car test of ignition coil

    not that i know of. if you unhook a coil on the car you can test it there, but it'll throw a code that you'll have to clear when you're done.
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    problem codes with Lincoln LS

    if you're running too lean i'd check the fuel pressure first. it might just be a fuel filter.... they're easy to replace.
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    check engine light

    i've been reading some of the older post on here, it looks like coils are a pretty regular problem on these cars. i'm thinking i'll just replace all the coils and hope for the best. is there a better than oem coil out there or is motorcraft (the ones in my car screwing up right now) the best i...
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    Gas Mileage Sucks..

    i'm driving a 03 ls8 and get 17/21 on 19" forgeline wheels. tire diameter very close (under 1/4"), but width whise i'm running 8.5front and 9.5rears. change your fuel filter every 2 years and keep your car tuned up with a good air intake flow
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    check engine light

    i have an 03 lincoln ls v8 w/ 80k miles i've scanned the car with my otc scanner and i'm getting a code for ignition coil primary/secondary circuit error. or malfunction? cant remember. cylinders c,f,g,h. i can post the actual code numbers once i go check my scanner. first off the valve...
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