2001 Lincoln LS technical service bulletins

Bulletins tell dealers how to fix known problems. A warranty extension means the manufacturer pays for that repair for longer.

• Jul 13, 2020 Service bulletinThis article supersedes TSB 19-2026 to update the vehicle model years affected
• Feb 7, 2019 Service bulletinCorrosion concerns appearing as bubbled and/or peeling paint with or without accompanying white dust
• Nov 14, 2005 Service bulletinExcessive electrical system current draw which could result in a discharged battery and a no crank condition
• Nov 14, 2005 Service bulletinWds cop kit diagnostic tip - coil on plug (COP) ignition systems - engine misfire or rough running
• Jun 7, 2005 Service bulletinSafety belt retraction speed
• Jun 7, 2005 Service bulletinWater/moisture in cop wells - DTC P0301-P0308 - 3.9L engine - vehicles built through 5/1/2004
• May 1, 2005 Service bulletinUnusual engine noise or engine knock concerns due to regular fuel
• Feb 21, 2005 Service bulletinSafety belt web stop button service
• Feb 1, 2005 Service bulletinAM FM and cellular phone reception interference
• Jan 1, 2005 Service bulletinAM/FM and cellular phone reception interference - service tip
• Dec 27, 2004 Service bulletinAluminum corrosion - service tip
• Dec 13, 2004 Service bulletinRear window defroster grid/integral antenna diagnosis and repair - terminal tab repair
• Dec 13, 2004 Service bulletinGeneral (PCM) power train control module programming procedures
• Dec 1, 2004 Service bulletinVibration felt for a few miles of driving after parking
• Dec 1, 2004 Service bulletinCustomer satisfaction program 04B20
• Nov 1, 2004 Service bulletinGeneral power train control module (PCM) programming procedures
• Oct 1, 2004 Service bulletinSqueaking noise when switching climate control between panel, floor and panel/floor modes
• Sep 6, 2004 Service bulletinMalfunction indicator lamp (MIL) illuminated - system lean diagnostic trouble codes (dtc's) - service tips
• Aug 23, 2004 Service bulletinEngine misfire or running - coil on plug (COP) ignition systems - wds cop kit diagnostic tips
• Jul 12, 2004 Service bulletinInoperative electric rear window defroster (heated backlite) grid lines, integral antenna concerns
• Mar 1, 2004 Service bulletinSqueak/clunk noise from the front stabilizer bar area
• Jan 1, 2004 Service bulletinIntermittent engine quit on decel/stops/turns
• Dec 1, 2003 Service bulletinAdvance trac indicator illuminated - diagnostic trouble code (DTC) C1286
• Dec 1, 2003 Service bulletinAdvance trac indicator illuminated - diagnostic trouble code (DTC) C1287
• Nov 1, 2003 Service bulletinMalfunction indicator lamp (MIL) on and hard start/long crank
• Oct 13, 2003 Service bulletinMalfunction indicator lamp illuminated with diagnostic trouble codes (DTCS) P0442, P0455, P0456, P0457 or...
• Oct 1, 2003 Service bulletinNgs service card version 11.0 or higher must be used for advancetrac (IVD) calibration
• Sep 15, 2003 Service bulletinRemote keyless entry (RKE) - service tips
• Sep 1, 2003 Service bulletinMalfunction indicator lamp on with diagnostic trouble code P0133 and/or P0153
• Aug 18, 2003 Service bulletinCondensation build up inside of either headlamp assembly
• Aug 1, 2003 Service bulletinElectrical feature enable/disable - service tip
• Aug 1, 2003 Service bulletinIntermittent drivability symptoms - reduced power on deceleration
• Jul 21, 2003 Service bulletinEngine misfire or rough running condition with coil on plug (COP) ignition systems may be more accurately...
• Jul 21, 2003 Service bulletinNew transmission cooler flusher - service tips
• May 12, 2003 Service bulletinMalfunction indicator lamp (MIL) illumination with diagnostic trouble codes P0442, P0455, P0456, P0457,...
• May 1, 2003 Service bulletinUnintended window and moonroof opening (false global open) which may occur when the vehicle is parked
• Apr 14, 2003 Service bulletinEngine flood during cold start, extended cranking time, or hard to start engine when cold
• Apr 1, 2003 Service bulletinDifficulty fully engaging a lug nut wrench or socket over the nut on vehicles with exposed wheel lug nuts only
• Mar 1, 2003 Service bulletinAn illuminated advance trac system (ATS) warning lamp with diagnostic trouble code C1286 stored
• Feb 17, 2003 Service bulletinLack of cooling from driver and/or passenger side vents on vehicles equipped with dual automatic...
• Feb 17, 2003 Service bulletinIdle air control (IAC) valve diagnostic service tips
• Feb 3, 2003 Service bulletinABS/ats (anti-lock braking system)/(advance trac system) warning lamp with both diagnostic trouble codes...
• Nov 11, 2002 Service bulletinBrakes-abs/ats (antilock braking system/advance trac system) diagnostic trouble codes (DTCS) B1288?B1289...
• Nov 1, 2002 Service bulletinDiagnostic trouble code C1287 (booster pedal force switch circuit failure) on vehicles equipped with ats...
• Nov 1, 2002 Service bulletinNew service headlamp now available
• Oct 28, 2002 Service bulletinMusty ordor from climate control
• Oct 14, 2002 Service bulletinClimate control a/c service tech tips
• Oct 1, 2002 Service bulletinMusty odor from climate control
• Sep 2, 2002 Service bulletinLamp-brake-invadvertent disabling of brake shift interlock
• Aug 19, 2002 Service bulletinEngine flooding, extended engine cranking time required to start, or hard start condition
• Aug 1, 2002 Service bulletinSome vehicles may exhibit an advance trac system (ATS) warning lamp on with diagnostic trouble codes C1288...
• Aug 1, 2002 Service bulletinSome vehicles may exhibit an illuminated airbag warning lamp with diagnostic trouble code B1994 (drivers...
• Aug 1, 2002 Service bulletinSome vehicles may exhibit a squeak or rubbing noise while turning the steering wheel
• Jul 8, 2002 Service bulletinThe air bag warning lamp may illuminate with diagnostic trouble codes B1994 and / or B1998 stored on some...
• Jul 1, 2002 Service bulletinSome vehicles may exhibit headlamps fogging or presence of moisture
• Jul 1, 2002 Service bulletinSome 3.9L V8 engines may exhibit a malfunction indicator lamp with diagnostic trouble code P0340 (camshaft...
• May 1, 2002 Service bulletinSubject regarding spark knock condition
• May 1, 2002 Service bulletinSome vehicles built before 12/15/01 may exhibit a door latch that will not open / release
• May 1, 2002 Service bulletinSubject regarding the availability of the day time running lamps
• May 1, 2002 Service bulletinConcerns with starting and / or idle condition after an engine assembly or an engine wiring harness...
• Apr 15, 2002 Service bulletinOn vehicles built through 1/22/2002, the rear door power window regulator may become inoperative, leaving...
• Apr 1, 2002 Service bulletinSome vehicles equipped with automatic transmission may exhibit a fluid leak around the fluid pan drain plug
• Apr 1, 2002 Service bulletinSome vehicles may exhibit a engine missing or rough running condition
• Mar 4, 2002 Service bulletinRain sense wiper system information - diagnostic aid - service tips
• Mar 4, 2002 Service bulletinInformation regarding discharged battery charging service tips and guidelines
• Mar 1, 2002 Service bulletinInformation on vehicles with programmable modules
• Mar 1, 2002 Service bulletinVehicles equipped with the 3.9L 4V may exhibit an oil leak from the engine oil filter
• Feb 1, 2002 Service bulletinConcerns with driveline vibration
• Feb 1, 2002 Service bulletinConcerns with spark knock condition
• Feb 1, 2002 Service bulletinConcerns with engine flooding or hard start condition after a cold start
• Feb 1, 2002 Service bulletinConcerns with air bag warning lamp illuminated with diagnostic trouble code B1994 (driver airbag circuit...
• Jan 21, 2002 Service bulletinSome engine assemblies with aluminum cylinder heads repaired in-vehile have been found to leak coolant...
• Jan 1, 2002 Service bulletinSome vehicles may exhibit a slight fogging or presence of condensation inside the headlamp assembly
• Jan 1, 2002 Service bulletinSome vehicles may exhibit a long crank or engine flooded condition when attempting to start the engine cold
• Dec 24, 2001 Service bulletinSome vehicles may have the air bag warning lamp illuminated with diagnostic trouble codes B1994 (driver -...
• Dec 10, 2001 Service bulletinEngine oil system priming procedures, service tips for reports of premature engine failure
• Dec 1, 2001 Service bulletinSome vehicles may exhibit inaccurate fuel level condition with approximately 1/4 tank reading on the fuel...
• Nov 1, 2001 Service bulletinSome vehicles may exhibit a condition of dual automatic temperature control (DATC) operating at full heat...
• Nov 1, 2001 Service bulletinSome vehicles equipped with a 3.9L V8 engine may exhibit a spark knock condition
• Oct 29, 2001 Service bulletinExhibiting a moaning / droning noise during light acceleratins with the transmission in 5TH gear at...
• Oct 29, 2001 Service bulletinSome vehicles may exhibit an engine overheating condition and / or the malfunction indicator lamp (MIL)...
• Oct 15, 2001 Service bulletinSome vehicles may exhibit vacuum or air leaks in the intake manifold and / or engine system causing...
• Oct 1, 2001 Service bulletinSome vehcles may exhibit auto wipers that are inoperative or have erratic operation
• Oct 1, 2001 Service bulletinSome vehicles may exhibit an air bag warning lamp illuminated with diagnostic trouble codes B1994 (driver...
• Oct 1, 2001 Service bulletinSome vehicles may exhibit a battery drain condition
• Oct 1, 2001 Service bulletinSome vehicles built before 4/27/01 may exhibit a popping, clicking or snapping noise from the steering...
• Sep 17, 2001 Service bulletinBrake shift interlock
• Sep 1, 2001 Service bulletinInformation regarding misdiagnosis of main controls - incorrect pressures
• Sep 1, 2001 Service bulletinInformation on trailer tow wiring kit
• Sep 1, 2001 Service bulletinSome vehicles equipped with the 3.9L 4V may exhibit an oil leak from the engine oil filter
• Sep 1, 2001 Service bulletinSome vehicles may exhibit a mottled, blotchy, hazy or inconsistent appearance on the top of the instrument...
• Sep 1, 2001 Service bulletinSome vehicles may exhibit an engine overheat condition due to concerns with inoperative hydraulic cooling fan
• Aug 20, 2001 Service bulletinSome vehicles produced before 15-JUN-2001, may exhibit an intermittrnt crank/no start position or...
• Aug 6, 2001 Service bulletinSome vehicles may experience steering wheel nibble, vibration, and an audbile low frequency hum/boom noise
• Aug 6, 2001 Service bulletinSome vehicles may exhibit heater core leaks
• Aug 6, 2001 Service bulletinInformation regarding transmission fluid usage charts
• Aug 1, 2001 Service bulletinSome vehicles may exhibit an engine overheating condition
• Aug 1, 2001 Service bulletinSome vehicles may exhibit inoperative auto or rain sensitive wipers
• Aug 1, 2001 Service bulletinSome vehicles may experience a noise from the rear while driving
• Aug 1, 2001 Service bulletinSome vehicles may exhibit an air bag warning lamp illuminated with diagnostic trouble code B1994 (driver...
• Jul 23, 2001 Service bulletinSome vehicles built prior to 10/17/2000 with the 5R55N transmission may exhibit delayed reverse or drive...
• Jul 1, 2001 Service bulletinSome vehicles built through 6/14/2001 may exhibit an intermittent crank - no start condition with a short...
• Jul 1, 2001 Service bulletinSome vehicles may exhibit a flashing advance trac light after a repair to the ABS or interactive vehicle...
• Jul 1, 2001 Service bulletinConcerns with driver power seat calibration procedure
• Jul 1, 2001 Service bulletinExhibiting erratic operation of the rain sensitive wiper system
• Jul 1, 2001 Service bulletinExhibiting overspeed warning and reverse warning indicator / chimes activation after replacing the...
• Jul 1, 2001 Service bulletinSome vehicles may exhibit an air bag warning lamp illuminated with diagnostic trouble code B1994 (driver...
• Jul 1, 2001 Service bulletinSome vehicles may exhibit a yellow four wheel anti-lock brake (4WABS) lamp illuminated and a diagnostic...
• Jun 1, 2001 Service bulletinSome vehicles with 3.9L V8 engines may exhibit a whine or a droan type noise from the engine
• Jun 1, 2001 Service bulletinStability assist may exhibit yellow four wheel anti-lock brake system (4WABS) indicator lamp illuminated...
• Jun 1, 2001 Service bulletinSome vehicles equipped with the 3.9L 4V, may exhibit an oil leak fromt he lh or rh cam covers
• Apr 2, 2001 Service bulletinVehicles equipped with passive anti-theft system (PATS) may not start or crank
• Mar 5, 2001 Service bulletinSubject regarding engine oil recommendations for use in 2001 vehicles - sae 5W-20 motor oil
• Mar 1, 2001 Service bulletinInformation on double power steering pressure switches
• Feb 5, 2001 Service bulletinSeat belt warning system - belt reminder function, operation and service tips
• Jan 22, 2001 Service bulletinOn some vehicles, the rear door power window regulator may become inoperative, leaving the customer unable...
• Jan 22, 2001 Service bulletinSome vehicles built prior to 9/27/00 with a 3.9L engine and 5R55N transmission or built prior to...
• Jan 22, 2001 Service bulletinSome vehicles may exhibit a lack of comfort of the front seats
• Jan 1, 2001 Service bulletinInformation regarding heated seat diagnostic help
• Jan 1, 2001 Service bulletinSome vehicles may exhibit a malfunction indicator lamp on with diagnostic trouble code P1572 (brake pedal...
• Jan 1, 2001 Service bulletinSubject pertaining to seat belt minder deactivation procedure
• Jan 1, 2001 Service bulletinInformation regarding steering column lock module reset
• Dec 11, 2000 Service bulletinSubject regarding vehicle systems ground locations and intermittent fault diagnostic tips
• Dec 1, 2000 Service bulletinSome vehicles may exhibit rear power window regulator malfunction that may prevent the window from being...
• Dec 1, 2000 Service bulletinInformation on transmission fluid leak from the vent after fluid fill
• Dec 1, 2000 Service bulletinSubject regarding additional audio system static / pop diagnostic information
• Dec 1, 2000 Service bulletinSome vehicles may exhibit a discharged battery after not being operated for 2-3 days
• Nov 13, 2000 Service bulletinSubject regarding contamination from prior transmission concerns or excess wear may be trapped in the...
• Oct 16, 2000 Service bulletinSubject regarding climate control - eatc - blower motor control service tips
• Sep 1, 2000 Service bulletinInformation regarding valet key operation / service tip
• Sep 1, 2000 Service bulletinSubject regarding erratic radio operation
• Jan 1, 2000 Service bulletinDriveline vibration (a high frequency buzz) that is felt through the seat and floorpan at highway speeds