What did you do to your LS today?

[RigsLS]

Be sure it's all the way forward in PARK, foot on brake ... try again. Only the V6 5-sp standard featured a steering ignition lock.

Key tumbler might be getting stiff from being on Vacation so long. <shrugs> ... maybe give it a shot of WD-40

 

[112 LS]

Yes, the answer is "no, there is no connection."



This is certainly true of many cars, as a lot of them have (or had) mechanical steering wheel locks. The LS (both generations) has no steering wheel lock at all.

Thanks joegr, good to see you still around here sharing LS knowledge.

 

[112 LS]

Be sure it's all the way forward in PARK, foot on brake ... try again. Only the V6 5-sp standard featured a steering ignition lock.

Key tumbler might be getting stiff from being on Vacation so long. <shrugs> ... maybe give it a shot of WD-40

Thanks I'll try that!

 

[RigsLS]

GREETINGS JOE !!! Been a while ...

<Bows before thy>

 

[joegr]

GREETINGS JOE !!! Been a while ...

<Bows before thy>

Yeah, I wondered how you were doing.

 

[RigsLS]

Doing alright, hope all is well with you. I was actually down at Bainbridge GA few weeks back, figured I was somewhat close to ya.
Put the Trucking gig on hold, now stay-at-home homeowner w/ huge to-do list. Taking it easy for the summer. Mostly BBQ'ing.

 

[DeviLSh]

Taking it easy for the summer. Mostly BBQ'ing.

Yet we havent been invited....

 

[Andrizzle]

I attempted to change the transmission solenoid and fluid swap the other day. I tried to get the connector on the solenoid for almost 2 hours before giving up. My hands are cut to sh!t and I feel defeated. No combination of wrenches and swivel sockets could help me as I was laying on my back. Maybe with a lift it would have been easier, but the fact that a member in the past cut a hole in his interior trans tunnel to access it says everything.

But I guess I will be taking my LS to the dealer for the first time ever.

 

[112 LS]

I didn't do anything to my LS today. But if this post is legit I'll be buying a spare parts car tomorrow!


$871 for a running Gen1 2000 LINCOLN LS

 

[112 LS]

Be sure it's all the way forward in PARK, foot on brake ... try again. Only the V6 5-sp standard featured a steering ignition lock.

Key tumbler might be getting stiff from being on Vacation so long. <shrugs> ... maybe give it a shot of WD-40

I tried the WD40 to no avail, then remembered reading somewhere that tapping the key with a screwdriver while you turn it might work. Well, that did work! a couple of taps and a fuel pump later and my girl came back to life after a 3 year nap.

The car wont start without the screwdriver trick, so now I'm like Biff from back to the future "nobody knows how to start this car but me" lol

 

[rgorke]

I changed out the VCT seals. It was getting a bit messy and I would occasionally get a whiff of burning oil. $30 at the dealership. Pretty simple switch in and out. What made it the most difficult was not wanting to scratch the valve cover black paint. I'll post a picture when I get back into town from business trip.

 

[alanmcarden]

@alanmcarden

Weblink, P/N and update on "loving them" please !!!



.

The responsiveness in the suspension is definitely been upgraded. The adjustability, stiffness, and height also make it feel better. The car hugs corners and curves way better than they ever did with my Eibachs!

 

[alanmcarden]

I guess I don't under stand the point of double 5% tint... hell single 5% coverage front and back in just short of impossible to saee through from the outside while still being a pain in the dick to see through at night, there is no way I'd want to make it 10 times harder to see out of that even that.

Understandable. It's all just personal preference. I had 5% put on about 2 weeks after I got the car (that was about 5 years ago). You just get used to it, plus from angles you can see in which is something I didn't like. Now no one will be seeing in. Lol, and as far as visibility goes, it's just something to get used to. Night is still pretty useless as is with just 1 layer of 5, but day time is the same for me

 

[alanmcarden]

Car is looking really good. When you say improvement are you referring to the height, the ride, the handling..all of the above ?

All of the above! I'll add responsiveness in there as well lol

 

[112 LS]

Had to take the rear seat out to swap the fuel pump (and vacuum up all the rat poop) so I cleaned and conditioned it a bit.

Also had the door panel off to have a go at the window regulator. I'm ashamed to admit that the entire inside of the car looked like this after taking the cover off after 3 yrs.

 

[heyjewel]

I attempted to change the transmission solenoid and fluid swap the other day. I tried to get the connector on the solenoid for almost 2 hours before giving up. My hands are cut to sh!t and I feel defeated. No combination of wrenches and swivel sockets could help me as I was laying on my back. Maybe with a lift it would have been easier, but the fact that a member in the past cut a hole in his interior trans tunnel to access it says everything.

But I guess I will be taking my LS to the dealer for the first time ever.

It can be done with a 10mm ratcheting wrench.

 

[rgorke]

I changed out the VCT seals. It was getting a bit messy and I would occasionally get a whiff of burning oil. $30 at the dealership. Pretty simple switch in and out. What made it the most difficult was not wanting to scratch the valve cover black paint. I'll post a picture when I get back into town from business trip.

Here are a few pictures with the new seals.

 

[Andrizzle]

It can be done with a 10mm ratcheting wrench.

I think maybe if I cut one down like others, perhaps.

I just got it back from Lincoln after having to teach them the transmission fluid level check procedure like three times. Solenoid solved the shift banging. Still an aggressive P -> R shift, but at least there is no more banging 1-2-3-4.

BTW, the dealer charged $500 in labor for the solenoid and full flush. With me providing the parts.

 

[Andrizzle]

Update to the last post. I drove the car home from the dealer and everything worked fine. I park in a parking garage @ home that has a slight incline to it to leave. Like maybe 20ish degrees. My car slips out of drive going up the incline and I am literally stuck in the garage, this makes me think the fluid still isn't correct. Beyond pissed right now. Lincoln techs are pure trash.

 

[112 LS]

I brought home a friend for my LS today.

 

[tireman]

V6 2001 Changed my front lower ball joints. Steering was sloppy, so I checked and the lower balls were trashed after 200k miles. I bought the complete arms off ebay instead of trying to do the ball installation myself. $160 for the pair, nice! So now every thing been replaced up front. Re greased all the joints and now quiet as a cat. First time I did not get the nuts tighten enough, found out when i took a sharp curve. Retighten to spec and I'm good to go!

 

[112 LS]

If you used deutsche parts, keep your torque wrench close cause you'll be in there again soon.

 

[Bullschmidt]

I took the cover off and looked at it. Then ate lunch

 

[112 LS]

1. Fixed my leaking sunroof drain tube
2. Installed new front calipers and bled the lines
3. scrubbed the carpets (fuck you mice)




I also installed Forscan and plugged it into the old girl. Man, my check engine light must not be working. Sucks as I thought there was nothing wrong with my car




===DSM DTC B1676===
Code: B1676 - Battery Voltage out of range

Module: Driver's Seat Module

Diagnostic Trouble Code details

Battery Voltage out of range


===END DSM===

===DSM DTC B2155===
Code: B2155 - Seat Horizontal Motor Position Out of Range

Module: Driver's Seat Module

Diagnostic Trouble Code details

Seat Horizontal Motor Position Out of Range

-------------- Possible Causes --------------



Position sensor reads out of range after a successful Seat Calibration has occurred.


===END DSM===

===DSM DTC B2152===
Code: B2152 - Seat Rear Vertical Motor Position Out of Range.

Module: Driver's Seat Module

Diagnostic Trouble Code details

Seat Rear Vertical Motor Position Out of Range.

-------------- Possible Causes --------------



Position sensor reads out of range after a successful Seat Calibration has occurred.


===END DSM===

===DSM DTC B2167===
Code: B2167 - Seat Horizontal Motor Memory Position Out of Range

Module: Driver's Seat Module

Diagnostic Trouble Code details

Seat Horizontal Motor Memory Position Out of Range


===END DSM===

===DSM DTC B2164===
Code: B2164 - Seat Rear Vertical Motor Memory Position Out of Range

Module: Driver's Seat Module

Diagnostic Trouble Code details

Seat Rear Vertical Motor Memory Position Out of Range


===END DSM===

===DSM DTC B2146===
Code: B2146 - Seat Recline Motor Position Out of Range

Module: Driver's Seat Module

Diagnostic Trouble Code details

Seat Recline Motor Position Out of Range


===END DSM===

===DDM DTC B1676===
Code: B1676 - Battery Voltage out of range

Module: Drivers Door Module

Diagnostic Trouble Code details

Battery Voltage out of range


===END DDM===

===DDM DTC B2116===
Code: B2116 - Door Driver Reset Switch Stuck Failure

Module: Drivers Door Module

Diagnostic Trouble Code details

Door Driver Reset Switch Stuck Failure


===END DDM===

===DDM DTC B2112===
Code: B2112 - Door Driver Set Switch Stuck Failure

Module: Drivers Door Module

Diagnostic Trouble Code details

Door Driver Set Switch Stuck Failure


===END DDM===

===DDM DTC B1309===
Code: B1309 - Power door lock circuit failure

Module: Drivers Door Module

Diagnostic Trouble Code details

Power door lock circuit failure


===END DDM===

===DDM DTC B1341===
Code: B1341 - Power door unlock circuit failure

Module: Drivers Door Module

Diagnostic Trouble Code details

Power door unlock circuit failure


===END DDM===

===EATC DTC B1263===
Code: B1263 - Panel/Floor Door Circuit Failure

Module: Electronic Automatic Temperature Control

Diagnostic Trouble Code details

Panel Vent Divert Door driver circuit failure


===END EATC===

===EATC DTC B1676===
Code: B1676 - Battery Voltage out of range

Module: Electronic Automatic Temperature Control

Diagnostic Trouble Code details

Battery Voltage out of range


===END EATC===

===ACM DTC U2003===
Code: U2003 - Audio Compact Disc / Disc Jockey Unit is Not Responding

Module: Audio Control Module

Diagnostic Trouble Code details

Audio Compact Disc / Disc Jockey Unit is Not Responding

Operator Action

Run self test.

All CMDTCs

Fix all relevant DTCs then clear codes and retest.

Note:

DTCs that start with 'U' are faults which occur during module-to-module communication.

Modules should never be replaced based only on a 'U' code. These codes do not always indicate a problem, and can be caused by normal diagnostic functions, carried out on the vehicle.


===END ACM===

===ACM DTC U2005===
Code: U2005 - Audio Integrated Control Panel Unit is not responding

Module: Audio Control Module

Diagnostic Trouble Code details

Audio Integrated Control Panel Unit is not responding

--- Possible Causes --------

Audio RICP (Rear Integrated Control Panel) Unit Not responding

-Failure Mode Request/Respond

-Suspect Audio Control Module

Operator Action

Run self test.

All CMDTCs

Fix all relevant DTCs then clear codes and retest.

Modules should never be replaced based only on a 'U' code. These codes do not always indicate a problem, and can be caused by normal diagnostic functions, carried out on the vehicle.

Note:

DTCs that start with 'U' are faults which occur during module-to-module communication.


===END ACM===

===ACM DTC U2008===
Code: U2008 - Audio Phone is Not Responding

Module: Audio Control Module

Diagnostic Trouble Code details

Audio Phone is Not Responding

--- Possible Causes --------

-No response from phone
-Phone not present, disconnected or inoperative

-Suspect
-Connector to/from phone -Audio Control Module

Operator Action

Run self test.

All CMDTCs

Fix all relevant DTCs then clear codes and retest.

Modules should never be replaced based only on a 'U' code. These codes do not always indicate a problem, and can be caused by normal diagnostic functions, carried out on the vehicle.

Note:

DTCs that start with 'U' are faults which occur during module-to-module communication.


===END ACM===

===OBDII DTC P0340-C===
Code: P0340 - CMP sensor circuit malfunction

Status:
- Confirmed - malfunction is confirmed

Module: On Board Diagnostic II

Diagnostic Trouble Code details

CMP sensor circuit malfunction

This DTC may be caused by :

P1131_2$C

Short Circuit

Sensor

Sensor Previously disconnected.

Refer to the vehicle Workshop Manual for further system details

--- Possible Causes --------

On-Demand DTC Entry Criteria; No buttons pressed, buttons inactive
- circuits OPEN.

- Feed-1 Circuit is shorted-to-ground.

- Feed-1 Circuit is shorted-to-ground.



===END OBDII===

===MC DTC U1262===
Code: U1262 - SCP Data Link Fault


Diagnostic Trouble Code details

SCP Data Link Fault

Operator Action

Run self test.

All CMDTCs

Fix all relevant DTCs then clear codes and retest.

Note:

DTCs that start with 'U' are faults which occur during module-to-module communication.

Modules should never be replaced based only on a 'U' code. These codes do not always indicate a problem, and can be caused by normal diagnostic functions, carried out on the vehicle.


===END MC===

===MC DTC U1222===
Code: U1222 - Invalid or Missing Data for Interior Lamps


Diagnostic Trouble Code details

Invalid or Missing Data for Interior Lamps

Operator Action

Run self test.

All CMDTCs

Fix all relevant DTCs then clear codes and retest.

Note:

DTCs that start with 'U' are faults which occur during module-to-module communication.

Modules should never be replaced based only on a 'U' code. These codes do not always indicate a problem, and can be caused by normal diagnostic functions, carried out on the vehicle.


===END MC===

===MC DTC U1131===
Code: U1131 - Lack of fuel pump status response


Diagnostic Trouble Code details

Lack of fuel pump status response

Operator Action

Run self test.

All CMDTCs

Fix all relevant DTCs then clear codes and retest.

Note:

DTCs that start with 'U' are faults which occur during module-to-module communication.

Modules should never be replaced based only on a 'U' code. These codes do not always indicate a problem, and can be caused by normal diagnostic functions, carried out on the vehicle.


===END MC===

===MC DTC U1130===
Code: U1130 - SCP (J1850) Invalid or Missing Data for Fuel System


Diagnostic Trouble Code details

SCP (J1850) Invalid or Missing Data for Fuel System

Operator Action

Run self test.

All CMDTCs

Fix all relevant DTCs then clear codes and retest.

Note:

DTCs that start with 'U' are faults which occur during module-to-module communication.

Modules should never be replaced based only on a 'U' code. These codes do not always indicate a problem, and can be caused by normal diagnostic functions, carried out on the vehicle.


===END MC===

===MC DTC B1676===
Code: B1676 - Battery Voltage out of range


Diagnostic Trouble Code details

Battery Voltage out of range


===END MC===

===IC DTC B1201===
Code: B1201 - Fuel gauge sender open circuit or short circuit to positive

Module: Instrument Cluster
===END IC===

===IC DTC B1681===
Code: B1681 - PATS transceiver fault.

Module: Instrument Cluster

Diagnostic Trouble Code details

PATS transceiver fault.


===END IC===

===IC DTC B1676===
Code: B1676 - Battery Voltage out of range

Module: Instrument Cluster

Diagnostic Trouble Code details

Battery Voltage out of range


===END IC===

===IC DTC B1600===
Code: B1600 - At some time since last clear the ignition was switched on without any key code being read.

Module: Instrument Cluster

Diagnostic Trouble Code details

At some time since last clear the ignition was switched on without any key code being read.


===END IC===

===IC DTC B2328===
Code: B2328 - Steering Column Reach Feedback Potentiometer circuit failure

Module: Instrument Cluster

Diagnostic Trouble Code details

Steering Column Reach Feedback Potentiometer circuit failure

--- Possible Causes --------

On-Demand DTC Entry Criteria; none

Circuit Failure; Steering Column Telescope Sensor OUT-OF-RANGE or NO motion is detected or Open circuit.

Continuous DTC Entry Criteria; The Steering Column Telescope Sensor position circuit is activated.

Circuit Failure; Steering Column Telescope Sensor OUT-OF-RANGE or Open circuit.

-Suspect Steering Column Telescope Sensor Steering Column/IP/Lighting Module


===END IC===

===IC DTC U1262===
Code: U1262 - SCP Data Link Fault

Module: Instrument Cluster

Diagnostic Trouble Code details

SCP Data Link Fault

Operator Action

Run self test.

All CMDTCs

Fix all relevant DTCs then clear codes and retest.

Note:

DTCs that start with 'U' are faults which occur during module-to-module communication.

Modules should never be replaced based only on a 'U' code. These codes do not always indicate a problem, and can be caused by normal diagnostic functions, carried out on the vehicle.


===END IC===

===GEM DTC C1925===
Code: C1925 - VAPS Solenoid Actuator Return Circuit Failure

Module: Generic Electronic Module

Diagnostic Trouble Code details

VAPS Solenoid Actuator Return Circuit Failure


===END GEM===

===GEM DTC C1924===
Code: C1924 - VAPS circuit short to ground

Module: Generic Electronic Module

Diagnostic Trouble Code details

VAPS circuit short to ground


===END GEM===

===GEM DTC B1503===
Code: B1503 - Lamp Turn Signal Right Circuit Failure.

Module: Generic Electronic Module

Diagnostic Trouble Code details

Lamp Turn Signal Right Circuit Failure.


===END GEM===

===GEM DTC B1676===
Code: B1676 - Battery Voltage out of range

Module: Generic Electronic Module

Diagnostic Trouble Code details

Battery Voltage out of range


===END GEM===

===GEM DTC B1794===
Code: B1794 - Open Power Circuit or Shorted Power Circuit

Module: Generic Electronic Module

Diagnostic Trouble Code details

Open Power Circuit or Shorted Power Circuit


===END GEM===

===GEM DTC B1499===
Code: B1499 - Lamp Turn Signal Left Circuit Failure.

Module: Generic Electronic Module

Diagnostic Trouble Code details

Lamp Turn Signal Left Circuit Failure.

----------- Possible Causes ----------

Open circuit

Short to ground

Short to battery


===END GEM===

===REM DTC B1676===
Code: B1676 - Battery Voltage out of range

Module: Rear Electronic Module

Diagnostic Trouble Code details

Battery Voltage out of range


===END REM===

===REM DTC P1641===
Code: P1641 - Fuel Pump Primary circuit failure

Module: Rear Electronic Module

Diagnostic Trouble Code details

Fuel Pump Primary circuit failure

Open primary circuit.

Shorted primary circuit.

This DTC may be caused by :

Suspect PCM.


===END REM===

===REM DTC B1503===
Code: B1503 - Lamp Turn Signal Right Circuit Failure.

Module: Rear Electronic Module

Diagnostic Trouble Code details

Lamp Turn Signal Right Circuit Failure.


===END REM===

===ABS DTC C1145===
Code: C1145 - Right Front Wheel Speed Sensor Input Circuit Failure

Module: Antilock braking system

Diagnostic Trouble Code details

Right Front Wheel Speed Sensor Input Circuit Failure

This DTC may be caused by :

Sensor

Short circuit

Sensor Previously disconnected.

Open circuit

Damaged or contaminated connector


===END ABS===

===ABS DTC B1485===
Code: B1485 - Brake On/Off Switch circuit short to battery

Module: Antilock braking system

Diagnostic Trouble Code details

Brake On/Off Switch circuit short to battery


===END ABS===

===ABS DTC B1676===
Code: B1676 - Battery Voltage out of range

Module: Antilock braking system
===END ABS===

===ABS DTC C1805===
Code: C1805 - Mismatched PCM and/or ABS/TCS Module

Module: Antilock braking system

Diagnostic Trouble Code details

Mismatched PCM and/or ABS/TCS Module


===END ABS===

===ABS DTC U1262===
Code: U1262 - SCP Data Link Fault

Module: Antilock braking system

Diagnostic Trouble Code details

SCP Data Link Fault

Operator Action

Run self test.

All CMDTCs

Fix all relevant DTCs then clear codes and retest.

Note:

DTCs that start with 'U' are faults which occur during module-to-module communication.

Modules should never be replaced based only on a 'U' code. These codes do not always indicate a problem, and can be caused by normal diagnostic functions, carried out on the vehicle.


===END ABS===

===ABS DTC C1289===
Code: C1289 - Secondary Pressure Transducer Circuit Failure

Module: Antilock braking system

Diagnostic Trouble Code details

Secondary Pressure Transducer Circuit Failure


===END ABS===

===ABS DTC C1288===
Code: C1288 - Pressure Transducer Main/Primary Input Circuit Failure

Module: Antilock braking system
===END ABS===

===PCM DTC P0340===
Code: P0340 - CMP sensor circuit fault

Module: Powertrain Control Module

Diagnostic Trouble Code details

CMP circuit fault.

This DTC may be caused by :

CMP sensor circuit fault

Open circuit in wiring or component

Poor connections

Sensor Previously disconnected.

For additional information refer to:

Faulty or damaged PCM.


===END PCM===

===PCM DTC P1000===
Code: P1000 - On-Board Diagnostic (OBD) Systems Readiness Test Not Complete

Module: Powertrain Control Module

Diagnostic Trouble Code details

On-Board Diagnostic (OBD) Systems Readiness Test Not Complete

Follow the routines in the service manual to resolve the DTC listed.


===END PCM===

 

[Jeff M]

Gave the old girl, 2003 LS V8, a good bath and fired her up after sitting for 15 months. Couldn't believe it fired right up and runs really well even with the old fuel. Brakes and transmission are good but she does have issues to deal with. The DCCV went south, no big surprise & new Motorcraft one on the way, ABS light and non-functioning parking brake. I'll pull the wheels, clean & lube all the mechanical bits, pull all the electrical connectors and give them a proper clean. It's August in Florida so getting the A/C sorted is priority one. It's just good to be driving her again.