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My 2000 T.C. recommends the 5w-30 in no uncertain terms, and that's what I'll use - at least through the warranty period.
My question: is there anything unusual about the TC motor that requires this grade of oil? Bearing surfaces, types? What?
Bought a smaller luxury car this time, for several reasons; (1) The new TC's are not as comfortable, nor do they look as good; (2) Got tired of trying to find parking spots big enough; (3) Lincolns don't fare well in the depreciation category--They're the worst of the worst, unfortunately.
Could this be due to faulty front shock absorbers?
Would Gas Pressure shock absorbers be better than oil-only ones?
Any suggestion, please?
Also, I hear a clicking sound beneath the steering wheel on the left side (seems some where near the fuse box, but not sure). This sound is similar to a relay's switching on/off sound. The sound often comes on when I accelerate and always when I turn the steering wheel (a little) to the left from the straight position. I have brought it for repair but they had no clue.
Any clue, please?
Thanks in advance!
Wind noise seems to be coming from the cowl area and is much too excessive for a luxury car. The blend air door was replaced last Dec. Does this car have a filter in the cowl area? Are there gaskets/seals behind the dash that might be out of alignment? The front shocks were replaced at 66000 miles (Dec '00). The rear probably could stand replacing (hard to tell with air susp.). Do I stay with original equipment or is there a better choice available? Any advice would be appreciated.
1. Take it to a Lincoln dealer, and rebuilt correctly. It shouldn't be too expensive, as it's usually just one air-spring leaking. They can diagnose quickly so you can make a decision about.....
2. Replace the air with metal springs. Shops not equipped (or knowledgable) for air suspension can replace the air with conventional springs for just a few hundred dollars. It's pretty common, and if you find a shop that's done it before, they'll give you a good quote. Lot's of shops won't work on fixing the air system, and always recommend replacing with metal. Call around.
As for the leaking/wind noise. It sounds like someone did some bad work. Yes, there is a 'filter' system, but nothing that gets replaced like an air filter. I'd ask some more questions first... Why did the blend door get replaced? Who did the work - were they familiar with the TC, or just another shop? Does the system work well under all conditions? Excessive heat, or cold, or some function not operating well... A 96 should be a very quiet ride.
I'd recommend a good diagnosis by a shop that does a lot of Lincolns. The AC system is different from Fords etc., and needs some Lincoln-familiar technicians. At a minimum, a good service technician can nail down the diagnosis with a stethescope and a little patience. You could too, by taking a ride on a quiet road, and cycling the AC/Heat to open/close the blend doors and do a little detective work on your own. It'll save a lot of diagnostic time and money.
And replace your shocks with good aftermarket or OEM depending upon price. The specs (gas charged, heavy duty) should be the same, the only difference being price. They should have been done along with the front ones.
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after first inspection car has faded paint on roof just before the the moon roof that has surface rust. also showing fading on the trunk.
The leather interior is mint, but the Drivers seat is trashed. All the power options work except for for the power lock on the drivers door.(I can lock it with the key though). And the heating system will not blow on just the floor setting. The radio sucks the rear passenger side speaker is blown. and the carpets could use a good cleaning.
I had to put 4 new tires on it and gave it an oil change. The dome covers are seeping a little oil
but nothing major. My concern is the engine hesitates at low rams but clears out when you step on it. Hopefully new plugs, cap and rotor will cure this and improve the fuel economy 11mpg)???.
Oh man what a beautiful quite ride though. I would like some feed back from owners with same vehicle. I would like to know what I should be on the look out for as far as problems and known issues.
Including the tires and oil change I am only into the car for 1500.00 Bucks USA! USA!
1. Your alternator falls off.
2. You car starts gushing aintifreeze from the engine bay (or the engine swallows it!)
Beleive me, if it breaks, you'll know it. Why did they do it? I suppose they left that decision to the same bean-counter that put the thinner (read cheaper) head gaskets on all the 3.8's. They ought to fire that moron and use his salary to hire some real engineers! Best thig to do is find a breaker with some late model wrecks, and get a 1995 or earlier manifold (these are aluminum!)
Good luck with your car!
My 98 is okay, but it is good to know that I will be covered for a few years if the manifold breaks. I assume the warantee applies to Town Car and others that have this engine.
Mobile 1, 10-30, (green cap). It's been 5,000 miles since the complete oil change, but after adding 4 quarts in 5,000 miles, the oil is clear on the stick. Wife person suggests the car has had a "gradual" oil change, but perhaps the filter will be changed, soon. This particular T/C was assembled in March 94. The only parts that have been replaced are one set of tires and one set of brakes. The factory battery is fine. The finish and interior is next to new and it is a pleasure to drive. Very quiet, but IMO the 4.6 engine needs more power especially when ascending mountains up to 8,000 feet. Had to as that's where the snow is. This car will be kept until the new Marauder is available or Nasser puts 300 plus hp into the T/C. Just sharing.
Anyway, that is a link to it - if that's the wrong place, let me know and I'll try to link the right one.
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that the car has an amp going to a subwoofer mounted on the rear deck. The amp is missing the input harness. Does anyone know how I can obtain the harness I need??
I say the top speed of a Town Car is whatever you need it to do. The top speed of any Town Car I buy will be 75mph because I will probably never NEED to go any faster.
If you really wanna know what a lincoln will do, test drive the &^$&* thing!