'04 ls still stalling!!!

Another thought has occurred to me, I've in the past had mufflers come apart on the inside, and a piece of the metal would occasionally blow up and block the exhaust. The car would die, then the metal piece would fall back down and the car would start. If the tone of the exhaust has changed recently, this is another possibility. This is not a common occurrence though, I've only seen it the once myself and heard of it a couple more times in all the time I've been messing with cars.
 
BigRigLS said:
Yeah see, if it stalls out just sitting there idling while in Park, to me that's then not Trans related but more so a fuel supply issue. I dunno ... as already mentioned, filters have to be clean and replaced, no leaks after MAF and no clogged CATs. No-one is dumping sugar into your fuel tank at night I would hope. Make sure your husband has checked the whole thing for vacuum leaks. You can wave an unlit propane torch around the hard lines while it's running, if the RPM's suddenly go up you found a leak. Try changing out the fuel filter if it hasn't already been done and be sure to run the highest octane.

No Check Engine Light ? ... and it's not sputtering while idling?

We tend to fix most issues with brand new OEM coils and NGK plugs.

Good luck ... I can't keep guessing at it, it may upset others. Still get that Trans fluid level checked though, you never know.
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Thank you very much for your time and input. We'll make sure to check all of the things mentioned. Have a great day! :)
 
Ladybird04LS said:
Wow...I am speechless as to the "why" behind this design concept...unbelievable! Thanks, though, for the awesomely detailed explanation of how to check the transmission fluid level. I will copy for my husband. :)
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It isn't a design concept. The problem is there was no room for a dipstick between the engine and shock tower when the chassis was married to the "frame". There is a site where the Mustang crowd posted a tutorial on how to install a dipstick...

http://www.ratstangrestoration.com/5r55s-dipstick.htm
 
It's not that unusual anymore either. There are now lots of cars with no transmission dipstick, and some with no engine oil dipstick either.
 
joegr said:
It's not that unusual anymore either. There are now lots of cars with no transmission dipstick, and some with no engine oil dipstick either.
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I have one of those..... Here's how I check the oil level...

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I still prefer a dipstick to anything else, but that electric display is better than what the LS has for checking the transmission level, which is CLIMBING UNDER THE FRIGGIN CAR! That will NEVER be OK to me. At least with the electric display you can check the fluid without having to climb into your greaser clothes and spend half an hour getting the car in position.
 
Well the message center will tell you when the transmission is overheated. Which is usually low on fluid.
 
anytime I have been low on trans fluid, I have always known before I even check the fluid levels.

the pink/red spots on the drive way are a dead giveaway...
 
Before I found out that you had to check the fluid with the car level ON the RACK,warm and RUNNING,I had 2 vehicles 2.5 qts. low on tranny fluid and didn't know it. Drove them daily for quite a while until these guys set me straight. don-ohio :)^)
 
don-ohio said:
Before I found out that you had to check the fluid with the car level ON the RACK,warm and RUNNING,I had 2 vehicles 2.5 qts. low on tranny fluid and didn't know it. Drove them daily for quite a while until these guys set me straight. don-ohio :)^)
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Maybe hers is 2.6 quarts low...
 
Thanks for the input, everyone. My husband will be taking it for diagnostic testing in a day or two. We'll let you know what is found...if anything. He has his choice between the Ford dealership and a local shop owned by an older man who was a Ford mechanic for over 20 years, and he also worked for Nascar. Which do you think would have the best diagnostic machine/tools?
 
I know...we love this forum and greatly appreciate the input from those who have "been there" :)
don-ohio said:
Before I found out that you had to check the fluid with the car level ON the RACK,warm and RUNNING,I had 2 vehicles 2.5 qts. low on tranny fluid and didn't know it. Drove them daily for quite a while until these guys set me straight. don-ohio :)^)
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Hmmmm...interesting...I will add that to the list. Thanks :)
Telco said:
Another thought has occurred to me, I've in the past had mufflers come apart on the inside, and a piece of the metal would occasionally blow up and block the exhaust. The car would die, then the metal piece would fall back down and the car would start. If the tone of the exhaust has changed recently, this is another possibility. This is not a common occurrence though, I've only seen it the once myself and heard of it a couple more times in all the time I've been messing with cars.
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My car is having a similar issue. I am going to check the transmission fluid tomorrow. Did you ever find the problem? If you/ your husband was able to fix it please post how, it could be helpful to me.
 
No Results Yet :(

berny said:
My car is having a similar issue. I am going to check the transmission fluid tomorrow. Did you ever find the problem? If you/ your husband was able to fix it please post how, it could be helpful to me.
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Hello Berny :) No...unfortunately, after working on our LS for three months, as time allowed, and replacing the "timing belt", other small parts associated with that, and "PCV valve" (as an experienced Ford and NASCAR mechanic who ran a diagnostic suggested)...after my husband got the engine back together, the Lincoln stalled out again just like it had been doing before. He waited 30 seconds, it ran, then died, and after the third try, it would not even start up.

He has not checked the transmission fluid yet, but will do that and do an extensive check for vacuum leaks after he overhauls my Toyota...as I have had no working vehicle for almost four months now. We're going to cover it up again and let it sit until he can get back to it...whenever that might be.

Needless to say, it has been extremely frustrating as he has replaced the EGR valve (that was throwing a code), IMTV sensor???, some other thing, cleaned the MAF with appropriate cleaner, new timing belt and associated parts, and the PCV valve (which was also coding) and hoses (I think).

If we find the solution, I will certainly post the results, but that will not be for quite some time, as my husband cannot extend anymore effort towards the Lincoln until he gets the Toyota running. In the meantime, if anyone has any other advice that has not already been posted, we would GREATLY appreciate it!
 
Ladybird04LS said:
If we find the solution, I will certainly post the results, but that will not be for quite some time, as my husband cannot extend anymore effort towards the Lincoln until he gets the Toyota running. In the meantime, if anyone has any other advice that has not already been posted, we would GREATLY appreciate it!
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Messing with the transmission fluid didn't get me any thing besides burns from the exhaust. I have a slightly different problem but I also have replaced a ton of parts with no luck. Next I'm going to change the coils and plugs again even though as far as I can tell bad coils won't actually cause the car to stall. I am sorry you two are not having any luck. I can understand the frustration. If I ever figure out my cars stalling problem I will post it here.
 
berny said:
Messing with the transmission fluid didn't get me any thing besides burns from the exhaust. I have a slightly different problem but I also have replaced a ton of parts with no luck. Next I'm going to change the coils and plugs again even though as far as I can tell bad coils won't actually cause the car to stall. I am sorry you two are not having any luck. I can understand the frustration. If I ever figure out my cars stalling problem I will post it here.
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Best of luck to you as well!
 
joegr said:
One bad coil won't, but multiple certainly can.
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My brother-in-law had some coils replaced right before we purchased the LS that had shown up on a "code" when he went to get it checked out. Other than a few of the minor suggestions that have been posted by everyone on my two threads concerning this issue, we have replaced all of the other, mentioned parts with no change in the stalling issue...it has been very frustrating to say the least...even when seasoned Ford mechanics cannot diagnose it correctly. The recent "timing CHAIN" replacement was a HUGE waste of time and money...but...everything is cleaned up bright and shiny, and the car has another new part to add to the others. :Bang

Once again, we thank everyone for their input. :)
 
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