# \#ls **URL:** https://community.cartalk.com/tag/ls/2956.md [Latest](https://community.cartalk.com/latest.md) · [Categories](https://community.cartalk.com/categories.md) · [Tags](https://community.cartalk.com/tags.md) --- ## [2003 Lincoln LS - Shifting trouble](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2003-lincoln-ls-shifting-trouble/161176)
**Author:** [@AnitaLujan](https://community.cartalk.com/u/AnitaLujan)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [March 17, 2020, 2:09pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2003-lincoln-ls-shifting-trouble/161176 "2020-03-17T14:09:30Z")
My car keeps showing an E instead of D5 when I put it in drive. It will not shift gears but sometimes it will jump and start shifting. There are times when I have to pull over and turn my car off for a few minutes. After… --- ## [Just bought a 2002 Saturn LS, odometer doesn’t work](https://community.cartalk.com/t/just-bought-a-2002-saturn-ls-odometer-doesn-t-work/155109)
**Author:** [@Jonathan\_Baker](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Jonathan_Baker)\ **Replies:** 9\ **Last updated:** [December 22, 2019, 2:03am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/just-bought-a-2002-saturn-ls-odometer-doesn-t-work/155109 "2019-12-22T02:03:27Z")
I bought a car from a small auto dealer. After driving it home I noticed that the odometer doesn’t move. Even the trip meter doesn’t work. There was no mention of this to me and I paid for a car at the stated milage. Wha… --- ## [Lincoln LS - 2002 V8 - Overheating?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/lincoln-ls-2002-v8-overheating/47462)
**Author:** [@joswald21](https://community.cartalk.com/u/joswald21)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [April 7, 2019, 12:03am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/lincoln-ls-2002-v8-overheating/47462 "2019-04-07T00:03:17Z")
We have a 2002 Lincoln LS V8 that is either actually overheating or just saying it's overheating. Last year, the temperature gauge began to spike up to the MAX suddenly. This happened soon after driving the car fro… --- ## [Lincoln LS THX Stereo](https://community.cartalk.com/t/lincoln-ls-thx-stereo/53917)
**Author:** [@dcbrey](https://community.cartalk.com/u/dcbrey)\ **Replies:** 13\ **Last updated:** [February 18, 2019, 1:52pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/lincoln-ls-thx-stereo/53917 "2019-02-18T13:52:22Z")
Bought a used 2006 LS recently. The windows have an after-market tint added to them by a previous owner. My FM radio reception is bad and AM reception is non-existent. I read on-line that the tint can interfere with t… --- ## [Battery Life - it lasted 16 years](https://community.cartalk.com/t/battery-life-it-lasted-16-years/95795)
**Author:** [@Fmontyr](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Fmontyr)\ **Replies:** 24\ **Last updated:** [November 14, 2018, 5:31am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/battery-life-it-lasted-16-years/95795 "2018-11-14T05:31:00Z")
I finally had to replace the battery in my 2000 Lincoln LS (manual transmission). Can anyone say how often a battery in a new car lasts for 16 years? The battery is in the trunk so it isn't exposed to the under hood he… --- ## [2000 Lincoln LS overheating](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2000-lincoln-ls-overheating/123057)
**Author:** [@JamesKilgore](https://community.cartalk.com/u/JamesKilgore)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [August 17, 2018, 7:14am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2000-lincoln-ls-overheating/123057 "2018-08-17T07:14:17Z")
My Lincoln had overheating problems it is due to the plastic thermostat housing has failed it is flaking apart like bad card board this is a defective factory part Ford should be made to replace all the plastic cooling s… --- ## [1996 Saturn LS drove through a flood](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1996-saturn-ls-drove-through-a-flood/117732)
**Author:** [@PatriciaKoch](https://community.cartalk.com/u/PatriciaKoch)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [May 21, 2018, 12:31am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1996-saturn-ls-drove-through-a-flood/117732 "2018-05-21T00:31:14Z")
How do I get my car to started after it has been drive through the flooded water --- ## [2004 Lincoln LS P0356](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2004-lincoln-ls-p0356/116708)
**Author:** [@LuisOrtega](https://community.cartalk.com/u/LuisOrtega)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [May 4, 2018, 5:06pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2004-lincoln-ls-p0356/116708 "2018-05-04T17:06:32Z")
I have an 04 Lincoln led 3.9 liter with trouble code p0356 which would be secondary circuit fault I’m trying to test the connection with multimeter what should I be looking fo on the multimeter and how do I set the multi… --- ## [2001 Saturn LS oil leak](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2001-saturn-ls-oil-leak/116637)
**Author:** [@TonyaDavenport](https://community.cartalk.com/u/TonyaDavenport)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [May 2, 2018, 12:32pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2001-saturn-ls-oil-leak/116637 "2018-05-02T12:32:49Z")
Can you fix oil leak in your car without replacing the engine --- ## [Car starts, and idles, but won't accelerate](https://community.cartalk.com/t/car-starts-and-idles-but-wont-accelerate/115970)
**Author:** [@wylinbearjeww](https://community.cartalk.com/u/wylinbearjeww)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [April 20, 2018, 11:26pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/car-starts-and-idles-but-wont-accelerate/115970 "2018-04-20T23:26:44Z")
03 Lincoln lsv8 here, the car starts, idles, but won’t accelerate. When you hit the gas, most of the time it does nothing, but sometimes will go up to 900 rpms, then stall, it does the same thing in all gears. It will dr… --- ## [2000 Saturn LS won't start up after a quick stop](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2000-saturn-ls-wont-start-up-after-a-quick-stop/115908)
**Author:** [@EleanorFelix](https://community.cartalk.com/u/EleanorFelix)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [April 19, 2018, 1:37pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2000-saturn-ls-wont-start-up-after-a-quick-stop/115908 "2018-04-19T13:37:55Z")
Sometimes when u shut off and go to store for a quick stop come out and won’t start, --- ## [Dashboard lights on a 2005 Lincoln LS](https://community.cartalk.com/t/dashboard-lights-on-a-2005-lincoln-ls/106534)
**Author:** [@Glbicemann](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Glbicemann)\ **Replies:** 11\ **Last updated:** [August 3, 2017, 7:18pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/dashboard-lights-on-a-2005-lincoln-ls/106534 "2017-08-03T19:18:45Z")
Are dash lights supposed to be on during the day? --- ## [2001 Lincoln LS fuel system issue w/ hard start](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2001-lincoln-ls-fuel-system-issue-w-hard-start/71899)
**Author:** [@bh1](https://community.cartalk.com/u/bh1)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [September 19, 2016, 4:19pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2001-lincoln-ls-fuel-system-issue-w-hard-start/71899 "2016-09-19T16:19:33Z")
I have a 2001 Lincoln LS V8 that runs rich and no one can solve the problem that's been going on for close to a year. The fuel sys pressure tests fine. The fuel regulator sensor has been replaced. First start in morni… --- ## [2001 mercury sable LS headache](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2001-mercury-sable-ls-headache/90622)
**Author:** [@jjaryno](https://community.cartalk.com/u/jjaryno)\ **Replies:** 26\ **Last updated:** [July 25, 2015, 4:02am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2001-mercury-sable-ls-headache/90622 "2015-07-25T04:02:12Z")
2001 Mercury Sable LS - DOHC 188000+ MILES Check engine codes: P0136, P0156, P0401 I just had the starter/flywheel replaced as well as a few other things. The check engine light came on almost immediately after I got t… --- ## [Lincoln heater problem](https://community.cartalk.com/t/lincoln-heater-problem/83833)
**Author:** [@CorpsMan](https://community.cartalk.com/u/CorpsMan)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [May 3, 2014, 9:33pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/lincoln-heater-problem/83833 "2014-05-03T21:33:16Z")
My wife's 2002 Lincoln LS has an HVAC problem. When it is cool or cold outside and the thermostat on the console is set for 78 or 80 degrees or so, the system puts out COLD air. When the temperature outside is warm or ho… --- ## [02 lincoln ls wont start](https://community.cartalk.com/t/02-lincoln-ls-wont-start/81912)
**Author:** [@jleduc94](https://community.cartalk.com/u/jleduc94)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [October 24, 2013, 1:29am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/02-lincoln-ls-wont-start/81912 "2013-10-24T01:29:53Z")
it is a v6.. i do not believe this has anything to do with it..... but when i turn the key the lights come on( all inside and out) radio work, everything electrical works but does not start..... there is no noise from th… --- ## [2003 Lincoln LS V8 Cooling Fan](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2003-lincoln-ls-v8-cooling-fan/80977)
**Author:** [@Michael\_B](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Michael_B)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [August 20, 2013, 6:25am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2003-lincoln-ls-v8-cooling-fan/80977 "2013-08-20T06:25:01Z")
My Lincoln engine / coolant fan is running high about 90% of the time but the car is not overheating or heating up prior to the fan issue. This is a new situation. I'm trying to avoid a $1200.00 new fan purchase ( it onl… --- ## [2002 Lincoln LS transmission](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2002-lincoln-ls-transmission/77118)
**Author:** [@tbphx](https://community.cartalk.com/u/tbphx)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [February 2, 2013, 10:56pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2002-lincoln-ls-transmission/77118 "2013-02-02T22:56:40Z")
I have a 2002 Lincoln LSE with a 5 speed tiptronic transmission. I put it in reverse the other day, and it started to fight a bit. It does not roll backwards on its own, but does after a little gas is applied. Also, w… --- ## [Spare Tire Size Discrepancy Lincoln LS V8 Sport Package](https://community.cartalk.com/t/spare-tire-size-discrepancy-lincoln-ls-v8-sport-package/75686)
**Author:** [@doctorblue](https://community.cartalk.com/u/doctorblue)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [November 24, 2012, 8:17pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/spare-tire-size-discrepancy-lincoln-ls-v8-sport-package/75686 "2012-11-24T20:17:00Z")
The recommended tire size for my Lincoln LS 2001 V8 Sport Package is P235/50R17. Tire size recommended for the V8 without the sport package is P215/60R16. My full size spare tire that came with the vehicle new (eons ag… --- ## [Deceleration noise](https://community.cartalk.com/t/deceleration-noise/75403)
**Author:** [@Michele57](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Michele57)\ **Replies:** 9\ **Last updated:** [November 8, 2012, 8:04pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/deceleration-noise/75403 "2012-11-08T20:04:21Z")
My car is making a loud deceleration noise evertime I let off of the accelerator. It appears the RPMS are not adjusting. Could this be my transmission, timing or something else? --- ## [Intermittent steering shake](https://community.cartalk.com/t/intermittent-steering-shake/74517)
**Author:** [@agravated1](https://community.cartalk.com/u/agravated1)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [September 8, 2012, 9:05am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/intermittent-steering-shake/74517 "2012-09-08T09:05:00Z")
I picked up a Lincoln Ls 2002 a year ago, ran perfectly until I took it to sears for a wheel alignment.They gave the car back with a missing lug and 2 finger loose lugs on the same wheel, felt rim slapping the rotor on t… --- ## [Rough @ warm up](https://community.cartalk.com/t/rough-warm-up/74080)
**Author:** [@almostdave](https://community.cartalk.com/u/almostdave)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [August 15, 2012, 6:04am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/rough-warm-up/74080 "2012-08-15T06:04:29Z")
My 2002 lincoln LS run rough after warm up. Check engine light code is EGR , replaced EGR --- ## [Spark plugs 1998 Regal](https://community.cartalk.com/t/spark-plugs-1998-regal/66927)
**Author:** [@jtsanders](https://community.cartalk.com/u/jtsanders)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [August 11, 2011, 12:50am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/spark-plugs-1998-regal/66927 "2011-08-11T00:50:19Z")
It has 128,000 miles. I took off a front plug, and they definitely need to be replaced. Should I try this at home? It looks like I need to disconnect the motor mounts on the top, front of the engine and rotate the eng… --- ## [Over revving Saturn- is 4500 RPMs at an idle normal?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/over-revving-saturn-is-4500-rpms-at-an-idle-normal/64159)
**Author:** [@BoPeep](https://community.cartalk.com/u/BoPeep)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [April 28, 2011, 10:56pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/over-revving-saturn-is-4500-rpms-at-an-idle-normal/64159 "2011-04-28T22:56:20Z")
1989 Saturn 5 speed, 4 cyl, 185,000 miles. Just started overrevving, when I try to go into 1st or 2nd or idle RPMS jump to 4500. So not a good thing. Any help or predictions or advice? Do not tell me to buy a new car,… --- ## [Name of broke black canister](https://community.cartalk.com/t/name-of-broke-black-canister/64092)
**Author:** [@swensja1](https://community.cartalk.com/u/swensja1)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [April 26, 2011, 10:26pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/name-of-broke-black-canister/64092 "2011-04-26T22:26:48Z")
Passinger fender backed into and a bleck canister located below air fliter about 5x3x8 Inches in size broke and fell out. appears to be part of the air intake system. What is it called? --- ## [Regal ls transaxle problem](https://community.cartalk.com/t/regal-ls-transaxle-problem/63885)
**Author:** [@fintheskin](https://community.cartalk.com/u/fintheskin)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [April 20, 2011, 1:08pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/regal-ls-transaxle-problem/63885 "2011-04-20T13:08:01Z")
I was driving, stopped at a light and when the light changed my car acted as if in Neutral.... put in 2nd and it went.... parked it and started it again.... checked fluid, disconnected battery and nothing. It goes into R… --- ## [Radio reception on 2007 LS460](https://community.cartalk.com/t/radio-reception-on-2007-ls460/63872)
**Author:** [@Corder](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Corder)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [April 19, 2011, 11:01pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/radio-reception-on-2007-ls460/63872 "2011-04-19T23:01:43Z")
Does anyone have poor AM radio reception on a 2007 LS460 in a major metropolitan area. Is there an adjustment that can be made in the vehicle to improve it? --- ## [06 Lincoln LS won't start](https://community.cartalk.com/t/06-lincoln-ls-wont-start/63786)
**Author:** [@stankelley](https://community.cartalk.com/u/stankelley)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [April 17, 2011, 1:16am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/06-lincoln-ls-wont-start/63786 "2011-04-17T01:16:44Z")
Car wouldn't start on Wednesday so wife had neighbor jump start the car and she took it to the auto store and had the original battery replaced. On Friday, while driving the car, the battery light came on so she took it… --- ## [Lexus LS 460 Spontaneous Fire!](https://community.cartalk.com/t/lexus-ls-460-spontaneous-fire/63627)
**Author:** [@manand](https://community.cartalk.com/u/manand)\ **Replies:** 12\ **Last updated:** [April 14, 2011, 2:13pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/lexus-ls-460-spontaneous-fire/63627 "2011-04-14T14:13:01Z")
I purchased a Certified Pre-owned 2008 Lexus LS 460 in January 2011 with 29,000 miles. On April 2, 2011 I was parking my car and smelled wires burning and then saw smoke coming out of the hood. I immediately cut the engi… --- ## [Car Fan Problems](https://community.cartalk.com/t/car-fan-problems/63572)
**Author:** [@mwkarrick](https://community.cartalk.com/u/mwkarrick)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [April 11, 2011, 2:01am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/car-fan-problems/63572 "2011-04-11T02:01:16Z")
I have a 2001 saturn l200. When I have the car running for awhile, the temp gets half way and the fan comes on, but then shuts right back off and will not come on again. Recently I have replaced the radiator fan, the fan… [Next page](https://community.cartalk.com/tag/ls/2956.md?match_all_tags=true&page=1&tags%5B%5D=ls)