MattRuss
LVC Member
Hello all,
I picked up a LS and I figured this is great place to put some time in. Lots of knowledge here.
My car is a 2002 3.9L V8 with automatic, 95K. And with all of the Lincoln problems you'd expect. The dealer took care of the VCG(s), I'm not sure if one or two [or any, knowing dealers]. The clockspring on the airbag. Swaybar bushings.
She's got the drivers side heated seat that doesn't heat. Probably the smashed duct I've been reading about and a few codes.
PO303 and PO316. That's a misfire on 3 and startup. She hesitates around 50mph and slapping the tranny to D4 seems to settle her down.
I've done a few searches and everyone says "coils". So I'm going to start with swapping out coils on all eight. That I know is at least one of my problems. The tech also mentioned the PCM and the crank position sensor. He said it's almost as though there's not enough pressure in the fuel lines. What is everyone's opinion? Start with coils and work your way up?
This car is really a great car, she just needs a little attention that's all.
A few questions. What's the harm with driving her around town with a little hesitation until I fix the coils?
I've seen a write up on the V6 coil swap, any for the V8? Or is it just that simple in and out if you can find the button you can push it.
Is there an easy way to open up the duct on the heated seat? Easy meaning it won't take a couple of hours or will I have to take the seat out? What's the best option for this?
My next question is about quirks. What are the quirks everyone has had with these machines? My fuel door won't open, that to me is just plain funny. Any quirks I should look out for in the coil swap?
I've attatched a picture of my Lincoln next to my Jeep. Luxury next to Get-er-done.
Any info and/or attached links is much appreciated.
Matt
I picked up a LS and I figured this is great place to put some time in. Lots of knowledge here.
My car is a 2002 3.9L V8 with automatic, 95K. And with all of the Lincoln problems you'd expect. The dealer took care of the VCG(s), I'm not sure if one or two [or any, knowing dealers]. The clockspring on the airbag. Swaybar bushings.
She's got the drivers side heated seat that doesn't heat. Probably the smashed duct I've been reading about and a few codes.
PO303 and PO316. That's a misfire on 3 and startup. She hesitates around 50mph and slapping the tranny to D4 seems to settle her down.
I've done a few searches and everyone says "coils". So I'm going to start with swapping out coils on all eight. That I know is at least one of my problems. The tech also mentioned the PCM and the crank position sensor. He said it's almost as though there's not enough pressure in the fuel lines. What is everyone's opinion? Start with coils and work your way up?
This car is really a great car, she just needs a little attention that's all.
A few questions. What's the harm with driving her around town with a little hesitation until I fix the coils?
I've seen a write up on the V6 coil swap, any for the V8? Or is it just that simple in and out if you can find the button you can push it.
Is there an easy way to open up the duct on the heated seat? Easy meaning it won't take a couple of hours or will I have to take the seat out? What's the best option for this?
My next question is about quirks. What are the quirks everyone has had with these machines? My fuel door won't open, that to me is just plain funny. Any quirks I should look out for in the coil swap?
I've attatched a picture of my Lincoln next to my Jeep. Luxury next to Get-er-done.
Any info and/or attached links is much appreciated.
Matt
