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    98 MK8 Power seats not working

    Hi Guys Just got the MK8 out of winter storage and the power seats are not working. The drivers side is completely non-functional. the passenger side will move forward and back, but nothing else works. Both fuses in the dash panel check OK. Any ideas ? Bill
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    98 MK8 Power Seats not working

    Hi Guys Just got the MK8 out of winter storage and the power seats are not working. The drivers side is completely non-functional. the passenger side will move forward and back, but nothing else works. Both fuses in the dash panel check OK. Any ideas ? Bill
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    2004 Navigator Tachometer malfunction

    Hey guys All of a suudeen the tach in my 2004 navigator does not return to zero when I shut off the ignition. It sits at around 2800 rpm. When I start the engine the tach responds to the throttle, but reads 2800 rpm higher than actual rpm. All other gauges in the instrument panel work...
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    1998 ABS Warning Light

    Hi Guys I recently went thought a trying ordeal with an ABS warning light scenario. While peacefully driving at 40 mph, out of the blue comes a check ABS warning light. I borrow an Actron Brake Scan tester from a friend's shop and it reveals both input signals from the rear ABS sensors...
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    1998 ABS Wheel Speed Sensors ???

    Does anyone know of any supplier that still offers wheel speed sensors for the 1998 Mark ? Someone had mentioned that they thought Delphi still made front sensors, but I have not been able to find a supplier who carries them. Does anyone have a web address or phone number where I can a contact...
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    ABS Warning Light

    Hi Guys It's been awhile since my last post (or login for that matter), but I've still got the 98 MK8. Pulled it out of the garage after sitting for 2 years and took it for a drive. Ran fine for 20 miles then the ABS warning light came on and the brakes started to pulse. Shows brake codes...
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    Anyone had luck with Accel Super Coil-on-Plugs ?

    I'm looking to replace all the Coil-on-Plug units on my Gen2. From a price perspective the Granatelli units are at the top of the range with MSD in the middle and Accel at the low point. (interesting to note that the Granatelli units are cheaper than OEM) Has anyone tried the Accel units ?
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    Gen2 Engine stumble at 1200 rpm ???

    Hey Guys .... My Gen2 has developed an irritating engine stumble at 1200 rpm. The idle is perfectly smooth, but as you increse the rpm it first becomes noticable around 1100 rpm. It is worst at 1200 and completely smoothes out 1350. Throttle response is fine and the engine pulls as strong as...
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    Bad Carrier Side Bearings ???

    How can I tell if the carrier side bearings are bad ? I have a vibration that gives a wavering wow-wow-wow noise. Similar to the noise of an out of round tire.(the wheels and tires are fine and balanced to within 0.1 oz) It is most prominent between 45 and 65 mph, but you can feel it right...
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    Question regarding 2004 Navigator radio static

    I have a 2004 Navigator with the AM-FM-CD-Nav system, Part number 3L7T-18C985-AH. My problem is excessive static on the the AM band which seems to be mostly ignition noise. The FM band works fine as does the CD and the Navigation system as well. The static varies with the engine rpm and is...
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    Question regarding high mileage for 4.6 DOHC ???

    Hi Guys I'm wondering how long these 4.6 DOHC motors typically last without major mechanical problems ? Have any of you guys experienced these engines going 150,000 miles or more ? Bill
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    Question regarding high mileage 4 valve Navigator ???

    Hi Guys I have an oppportunity to by a 2004 Navigator Ultimate with 140,000 miles for short money. Does anyone have experience or knowledge of the longevity of the 5.4 DOHC 4 valve motor. The 4R100 transmission seems bullet proof, but I'm not sure about the DOHC engine. Any replies with...
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    Great website for on-line Ford product help

    The folks at www.justanswer.com are great in helping anyone diagnose a Ford Lincoln Mercury problem. They have 10 to 20 Ford mechanics on-line to respond to any question. They respond quickly and stick with you while you follow their diagnostic recommendations until the problem is fully...
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    Great website for on-line Ford product help

    The folks at www.justanswer.com are great in helping anyone diagnose a Ford Lincoln Mercury problem. They have 10 to 20 Ford mechanics on-line to respond to any question. They respond quickly and stick with you while you follow their diagnostic recommendations until the problem is fully...
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    Great website for on-line Ford product help

    The folks at www.justanswer.com are great in helping anyone diagnose a Ford Lincoln Mercury problem. They have 10 to 20 Ford mechanics on-line to respond to any question. They respond quickly and stick with you while you follow their diagnostic recommendations until the problem is fully...
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    98 Navigator - No 4 Hign or Low Range.

    Hey guys .... I know this is the wrong forum, but I thought I might catch more eyeballs here. Not much traffic in the Navigator forum ! My 98 Navigator will not switch into 4 Hign or Low Range. The 2 High and A4WD work fine. When I switch to 4H I can hear the relay inside the dash click...
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    98 Navi will not switch into 4H or Lo range

    My 98 Navigator will not switch into 4 Hign or Low Range. The 2 High and A4WD work fine. When I switch to 4H I can hear the relay inside the dash click 6 times then the A4WD indicator light comes on. The same 6 thing happens when I swith into 4Low, relay clicks 6 times and the A4WD light...
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    98 Navi - can not switch into 4H or low

    My 98 Navigator will not switch into 4 Hign or Low Range. The 2 High and A4WD work fine. When I switch to 4H I can hear the relay inside the dash click 6 times then the A4WD indicator light comes on. The same 6 thing happens when I swith into 4Low, relay clicks 6 times and the A4WD light...
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    98 Navigator will not engage 4X4 front axle

    Hi Guys Any suggestions for my 98 Navigator that will not engage the front axle for 4 wheel drive in either A4WD, 4X4 or Low Range ? The diaphram unit on the front axle works fine. If you connect vacuum to either side of the diaphram it will engage or disengage the the 4 front axle...
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    Mounted up the 275/40-17 Kumho's .... WOW !

    Finally got the 275/40-17 Kumho's mounted on the 17X9 cobra style rims. (Kumho ECSTA SPT) WOW .... what a tire ! A little noisy on the highway, but the handling is fantastic. I suppose the wider tread and stiffer sidewall just picks up more road noise ???? Quiet as kitten on side roads...
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