Even Lincoln components eventually wear out or become damaged, and worn parts can result in further damage if they’re not replaced quickly. As your Lincoln dealership, we want you to know a few signs you need to visit us for Lincoln maintenance.
Signs You Need To Visit Your Lincoln Dealership for Lincoln Maintenance
Weird Noises
A well-maintained Lincoln makes almost no sound as it smoothly and comfortably takes you where you want to go. If you hear strange noises like grinding, whining, ticking, or thumping, they’re all warnings that something is wrong and needs investigation. We advise contacting our service department right away so our technicians can examine your Lincoln and determine the problem.
Thumping noises could be caused by a damaged engine mount or a broken exhaust hanger, while grinding noises are usually due to worn or damaged bearings. A ticking noise usually signals that your engine is low on oil, and the oil light and check engine light will be illuminated. A whining noise could mean the torque converter needs repair or replacement.
High Engine Temperature
Your engine temperature should hover around the middle of the gauge. An engine works most efficiently between 185°F and 230°F. Liquid coolant continually circulates through the engine to absorb heat and transport it to the radiator for removal. If you spot the temperature gauge rising, it should go down again in minutes as the cooling system automatically speeds up to remove heat faster when necessary.
If the temperature doesn’t drop when driving, we advise pulling over as soon as it’s safe and allowing the engine to cool. If the temperature remains high when you start your engine again, the cooling system isn’t working correctly. A jammed thermostat, a broken water pump, or a coolant leak will all cause the temperature to rise uncontrollably and potentially damage your engine. We’ll find and fix the problem, and the engine temperature will return to normal.
Worn Ignition Coils
The ignition coils play a vital role in your Lincoln, as they help produce efficient combustion. A spark plug produces 12 volts, which isn’t enough power to cause the fuel-air mixture to burn. An ignition coil is connected to each plug and converts its 12 volts of power into 30,000 volts, which is more than enough power to successfully produce combustion in the cylinder.
Ignition coils are usually replaced every 80,000 to 100,000 miles, depending on your Lincoln model. They can also be damaged by failing spark plugs, oil leaks, or other undiagnosed engine issues. Worn coils will cause misfiring, and your Lincoln could stall. We’ll examine the coils and replace and replace any damaged ones to fix this issue.
If your Lincoln has a problem, our expert technicians can fix it. Contact us today at West Point Lincoln in Houston, TX.
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