Diagnosis And Testing: Engine: Notes

2015 Lincoln MKS Base, AWDSECTION Notes
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Special Tool(s)

GFD91312Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
UV Long-Wave W/12-foot Cord & Alligator Clips or Leak Tracker UV-LED Leak Detection Flashlight 164-R3748 or 164-TP8695
GFD91010Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
Dial Indicator Gauge with Holding Fixture 100-002 (TOOL-4201-C) or equivalent
GFD90857Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
EngineEAR 107-R2103 or equivalent
GFD90858Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
EngineEAR/ChassisEAR 107-R2102 or equivalent
GFD91313Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
Oil Pressure Gauge 303-088 (T73L-6600-A)
GFD91314Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
Vacuum/Pressure Tester164-R0253 or equivalent
GFD90969Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
Vehicle Communication Module (VCM) and Integrated Diagnostic System (IDS) software with appropriate hardware, or equivalent scan tool
Material

Item Specification
Dye-Lite ® Gasoline Engine Oil Leak Detection Dye 164-R3700 (Rotunda) -
Motorcraft ® SAE 5W-20 Premium Synthetic Blend Motor Oil (US); Motorcraft ® SAE 5W-20 Super Premium Motor Oil (Canada) XO-5W20-QSP (US); CXO-5W20-LSP12 (Canada) WSS-M2C945-A

There are 2 diagnostic paths that can be followed depending on the type of engine concern. Carry out Inspection And Verification - Engine Performance  or Inspection And Verification - NVH .

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When to See a Mechanic

Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:

  • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
  • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
  • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
  • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
  • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.