2004 Lincoln LS Common Problems, Issues, Recalls, and Reliability

• 2004 Lincoln LS Overheating Due to a Damaged Impeller

  Erratic engine coolant temperature or intermittent overheating can be caused by corrosion inside the water pump . The impeller may spin on the water pump shaft or the impeller may corrode. Either condition reduces coolant circulation resulting in engine overheating.

• 2004 Lincoln LS Problems With EGR System are Common in High Dust Areas

  In high dust areas, problems with the EGR system are common. The filter for the EGR solenoid may plug and cause the EGR to activate when it should not; this can cause the engine to stall. The dirty filter should be replaced to correct this concern.

• 2004 Lincoln LS 3.9L v8, 5r55s, 4th and R shift erratically when @ temp, Fine when cold

  Very hard shifting may be noted after the transmission reaches operating temperature. Most commonly this occurs in the higher gears and reverse. Replacement of the transmission may be recommended to correct this concern.

• 2004 Lincoln LS Service power steering fluid regularly

  Even though the manufacturer does not call for regular servicing, our technicians recommend servicing the power steering fluid regularly.

• 2004 Lincoln LS Adjusting AC Clutch Air Gap

  Checking and adjusting the AC compressor clutch air gap can extend the service life of the AC compressor .

• 2004 Lincoln LS Replace Spark Plug Boots When Replacing Spark Plugs

  Due to age and possible damage during removal, it is recommended to replace the spark plug boots when replacing the spark plugs ,

• 2004 Lincoln LS Exhaust Leak Prior to Catalytic Converter Must be Repaired Immediately

  An exhaust leak may develop in front of the catalytic converter . This type of leak should be corrected as soon a possible to avoid damaging the catalytic converter.

• 2004 Lincoln LS Inspect transmission/fluid every 30,000 miles

  You may be able to prevent transmission problems by servicing the transmission and inspecting the fluid every 15,000 to 30,000 miles. If the fluid is dark or burned then the transmission fluid should be changed.

• 2004 Lincoln LS Oil coated air filer causing mass air flow sensor failure

  Do not use air filters with oil-coated elements. They may cause premature failure of the mass air flow sensor ; this is not covered under the warranty.

2004 Lincoln LS Questions and Answers

Related Questions

• Lincoln Ls Catalytic Converter

  2004 LINCOLN LS, 6 CYL, FWD, AUTOMATIC, 54, 000 MILES

  related to exhaust, catalytic-converter, test

  Lately, the check engine light my 2005 Lincoln LS with 54,000 miles on it went on. First thing that the computer at my mechanic's said it needed new coils and spark plugs. Light went on ag..

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• Lincoln Ls Check Engine Light

  2004 LINCOLN LS, 6 CYL, 2WD, AUTOMATIC, 87, 500 MILES

  related to warning-lights, check-engine-light

  This morning after I started my car the check engine light came on. Since it is winter the car idles rough for about 10 seconds and also my car has an alarm and a few days ago I had to get a jump to..

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• Lincoln Ls Why Does Fuel Gauge Goes Below Empty With Almost Half...

  2004 LINCOLN LS, 90, 000 MILES

  related to interior, instrument-cluster, gauges, fuel-level

  Gauge drops below empty then car dies @media(max-width: 960px) { .adt { display: none;padding:0; } } Thursday, September 15th, 2011 AT 10:47 PM ..

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• Lincoln Ls 2004 LS Transmission/tire Sizes

  2004 LINCOLN LS, V8, FWD, AUTOMATIC, 79, 000 MILES

  related to tires, size

  I have a 2004 LS. I just got the transmission replaced. The dealership said that it was because of the tires that were on the car, P245/45R17. When I called the dealership, I bought the car from t..

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• Lincoln Ls Windscreen Fluid Accidentally Into The Radiator...

  2004 LINCOLN LS, 76, 000 MILES

  related to engine-cooling, radiator

  Well I poured this thing into the vehicle in a dark parking lot after seeing the windscreen light on dashboard. After driving steam started coming up as well as fluid. When I opened the reservoir it..

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• Lincoln Ls Code For Catalytic Converter

  2004 LINCOLN LS, 3.0L, V6, AUTOMATIC, 168, 000 MILES

  related to exhaust, catalytic-converter, replace-remove

  My engine code popped up with a catalytic converter I am having that replaced. Except I am have trouble with other stuff also from oil leak coolant leaks and so on. My question is it because I haven..

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• Lincoln Ls Fuel Sending Unit

  2004 LINCOLN LS, 225, 000 MILES

  related to fuel-system, fuel-level-sensor, replace-remove

  Replaced pump, fuel pressure regulator, filter, starts then stalls. Need to know how to check the fuel pump sender on the driver side? @media(max-width: 960px) { .adt { display: none;padding..

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• Lincoln Ls 2004 Lincoln LS Check Engine Light

  2004 LINCOLN LS, 6 CYL, 2WD, AUTOMATIC, 80, 000 MILES

  related to warning-lights, check-engine-light

  My check engine light went on yesterday. When I got the car home I popped the hood and listened to the engine idle and it seemed quit comparably to before. The next morning I started it back up an..

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• Lincoln Ls 2004 Lincoln LS Engine Code

  2004 LINCOLN LS, 6 CYL, 2WD, AUTOMATIC, 94, 000 MILES

  related to trouble-codes, p-codes-powertrain, p0400-p0499, p0408

  My Lincoln LS check engine light is on. It has code P0408 catalyst efficiency low bank two. I am not sure what would be causing this. I have had to replace the coils on cylinders 4 and 5 due to m..

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• Lincoln Ls 2004 Lincoln LS Engine Is Mission With OBD II Code...

  2004 LINCOLN LS, V8, 2WD, AUTOMATIC, 80, 000 MILES

  related to trouble-codes, p-codes-powertrain, p0300-p0399, p0358

  The OBD II Code of P0358 says :Ignition Coil H Primary/Secondary Circuit Malfunction". Which cylinder is represented by "H"? @media(max-width: 960px) { .adt { display: none;padding:0; } } ..

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• Lincoln Ls 2004 Lincoln LS Ignition Coil

  2004 LINCOLN LS, 6 CYL, FWD, AUTOMATIC, 75, 300 MILES

  related to ignition, coil, estimate

  I would like to know an estimate for labor and parts to repair 6 spark plugs, 2 ignition coils, 2 O2 sensors and 1 throttle sensor @media(max-width: 960px) { .adt { display: none;padding:0; } ..

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• Lincoln Ls 2004 Lincoln LS P0171, P0174

  2004 LINCOLN LS, V8, 2WD, AUTOMATIC, 95, 000 MILES

  related to trouble-codes, p-codes-powertrain, p0100-p0199, p0174

  I'm getting these codes. Car was riding great, all of a sudden the check engine light comes on, I get a code reader and I get codes P0171 and P0174. The car is now a little sluggish and sometime..

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• Lincoln Ls Thermostat Replacement

  2004 LINCOLN LS, V8, 2WD, AUTOMATIC, 78, 000 MILES

  related to engine-cooling, thermostat, replace-remove

  If my thermostat doesn't does open what are some symptons of that? @media(max-width: 960px) { .adt { display: none;padding:0; } } Monday, December 28th, 2009 AT 4:22 PM ..

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• Lincoln Ls 2004 Lincoln LS Your Expert View

  2004 LINCOLN LS, 6 CYL, 2WD, AUTOMATIC, 40, 005 MILES

  related to exhaust, catalytic-converter

  Happy New Year! My Lincoln is sluggish especially up hill. I cannot get the idle above 2500rpm. Sometimes the cabin is getting smoke or steam and a smell at normal operating temp and some kind of..

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• Lincoln Ls Power Steering Feels Heavy

  2004 LINCOLN LS, 3.0L, V6, 2WD, AUTOMATIC, 140, 560 MILES

  related to steering, symptoms, hard

  Wife drove to mom's house car was fine. Ready to leave starts car reverses and steering is heavy. Turns car off starts again same thing heavy steering. Drives home five minutes away, I got in car t..

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• Lincoln Ls Turn Signal Will Not Cancel When Turning Left

  2004 LINCOLN LS, V8, 2WD, AUTOMATIC, 80, 000 MILES

  related to exterior-light, turn-signal, lens

  I can here a click and it cancels when turning right. I was thinking of trying to replace the multi switch assembly. Part number Motorcraft 4W4Z13K359BA. It looks like I wouldn't have to pull the wh..

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2004 Lincoln LS Maintenance and Repair

• Causes of 2004 Lincoln LS Engine Vibration
• How To Use a 2004 Lincoln LS Battery Charger
• 2004 Lincoln LS Exhaust Smell Understanding Where The Problem Lies
• How To Tell If You Have a 2004 Lincoln LS Faulty Hydraulic Lifter
• How To Repair a 2004 Lincoln LS Tire Valve
• How To Use a Trickle Charger on your 2004 Lincoln LS
• 2004 Lincoln LS Exhaust Manifold Leak Repair Cost: Average Prices To Expect
• Average 2004 Lincoln LS Brake Repair Cost for Each Brake Problem
• Tips for Recharging your 2004 Lincoln LS Battery
• Most Common Signs That Your 2004 Lincoln LS Needs a Transmission Flush
• Burning Smell from 2004 Lincoln LS - Understand What is Happening
• Causes of 2004 Lincoln LS Engine Knock
• The Best 2004 Lincoln LS Battery Brand To Use for Lasting Performance
• 2004 Lincoln LS Tire Companies To Avoid
• 2004 Lincoln LS Tire Alignment: How To Know When You Need It
• How To Tell If You Have a 2004 Lincoln LS Faulty Engine Speed Sensor
• How To Tell If You Have a 2004 Lincoln LS Faulty Head Gasket
• How To Repair 2004 Lincoln LS Hail Damage
• How To Tell If You Have a 2004 Lincoln LS Faulty Coil Pack
• How To Tell If You Have a 2004 Lincoln LS Faulty Alternator
• Most Common 2004 Lincoln LS Transmission Problems
• Using Nitrogen for 2004 Lincoln LS Tire Inflation: Advantages Disadvantages
• How To Tell If You Have a 2004 Lincoln LS Faulty Distributor
• Symptoms of Fried 2004 Lincoln LS Piston Rings
• How To Tell If You Have a 2004 Lincoln LS Faulty Coolant Temperature Sensor
• Advantages and Disadvantages of 2004 Lincoln LS Radial Tires
• How To Reset The 2004 Lincoln LS Tire Pressure Sensor Correctly
• How To Tell If You Have a 2004 Lincoln LS Faulty Ecu
• Common 2004 Lincoln LS Oil Pump Failure Symptoms
• My 2004 Lincoln LS Smells: 7 Tips for Getting Rid of Bad Auto Odors
• 2004 Lincoln LS Acrylic Car Paint: Understanding The Pros and Cons
• Understand 2004 Lincoln LS Brake Noise for a Proper Diagnosis
• How To Tell If You Have a 2004 Lincoln LS Faulty Mass Airflow Sensor
• 2004 Lincoln LS Waxing Temperature - Understanding The Best Time To Wax Your Car
• How To Tell If Its Time for a 2004 Lincoln LS Engine Rebuild
• How To Tell If You Have a 2004 Lincoln LS Faulty Throttle Position Sensor
• Signs Your 2004 Lincoln LS has a Faulty Transmission Filter
• 2004 Lincoln LS Windshield Repair Quote: Average Prices On Common Repairs
• How To Tell When a 2004 Lincoln LS Brake Rotors Need To Be Replaced
• What Happens If Your 2004 Lincoln LS Runs Out of Engine Oil
• How To Repair a 2004 Lincoln LS Aluminum Radiator
• 2004 Lincoln LS Chrome Rim Repair: a How To Guide
• Average 2004 Lincoln LS Tire Puncture Repair Cost
• The Best Way To Polish 2004 Lincoln LS Paint: Two Methods To Consider
• Causes of 2004 Lincoln LS White Exhaust Smoke
• What Should a Full 2004 Lincoln LS Detailing Service Include
• What Does It Mean If You Have a 2004 Lincoln LS Low Oil Pressure At Idle
• 2004 Lincoln LS Wax Formula - Understanding What Its Made Of
• 2004 Lincoln LS Polish and Wax: Are They The Same Which Comes First
• Understanding When You Should Wax Your 2004 Lincoln LS : Hot or Cold Temperature
• 2004 Lincoln LS Paint Types Pros and Cons of Each
• How To Mix 2004 Lincoln LS Paint Properly So The Color Spreads Evenly
• 2004 Lincoln LS Clear Coat Car Paint - Understanding The Pros and Cons
• How To Apply 2004 Lincoln LS Paint Primer Correctly
• 2004 Lincoln LS Spray Painting Techniques for a Proper Coat
• 2004 Lincoln LS Windshield Scratch Repair: a How To Guide
• A Routine 2004 Lincoln LS Maintenance Schedule Based On Engine Mileage
• 2004 Lincoln LS Buyers Guide: Oil Free or Oil Air Compressor
• What To Do If You Start To Get 2004 Lincoln LS Brake Smell
• Causes of 2004 Lincoln LS Blue Exhaust Smoke
• When Should You Turn your 2004 Lincoln LS Brake Rotors
• How To Repair a 2004 Lincoln LS Leaking Gas Tank
• How To Tell If You Have a 2004 Lincoln LS Faulty Manifold Pressure Sensor
• How To Tell If You Have a 2004 Lincoln LS Faulty Oxygen Sensor
• What Happens If Your 2004 Lincoln LS Runs Out of Coolant
• How Often Should You Replace Your 2004 Lincoln LS Radiator Fluid
• 2004 Lincoln LS Radiator Fluid: What To Use What To Avoid
• 2004 Lincoln LS Repair: How To Use Radiator Sealant
• 2004 Lincoln LS Radiator Repair: 3 Soldering Tips for Proper Restoration
• Average 2004 Lincoln LS Radiator Repair Costs: Dont Get Scammed
• Signs of a Worn Out 2004 Lincoln LS Engine Bearing
• Causes of 2004 Lincoln LS Lifter Tick
• How To Bleed a 2004 Lincoln LS Radiator: An Auto Diy Maintenance Guide
• 2004 Lincoln LS Tire Repair: Tire Patch Vs Plug
• Types of 2004 Lincoln LS Brake Pads To Be Aware of
• Pros and Cons of a 2004 Lincoln LS High Flow Air Filter
• Benefits of Changing Your 2004 Lincoln LS Air Filter
• Common Problems Associated With 2004 Lincoln LS Fully Synthetic Oil
• What Is The Difference Between a 2004 Lincoln LS Synthetic Oil and Conventional Oil
• How Often Should You Clean and Condition 2004 Lincoln LS Leather Seats
• How 2004 Lincoln LS Oil Change Affects Gas Mileage
• Advantages That New Tires Give Your 2004 Lincoln LS
• How To Prevent a 2004 Lincoln LS Spark Plug Blow Out Ignition: Problems Solved
• Copper Spark Plugs Vs Iridium and Platinum: Understand for Top 2004 Lincoln LS Performance
• How To Fix a 2004 Lincoln LS Power Steering Hose Leak
• Essential 2004 Lincoln LS Power Steering Parts and What They Do
• How To Get Rid of a 2004 Lincoln LS Mildew Smell
• 2004 Lincoln LS Battery or Alternator How To Tell Where The Problem Lies
• Everything You Need To Know About 2004 Lincoln LS Brake Fluid
• Weird 2004 Lincoln LS Air Conditioner Smell: What It Means and How To Fix It