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2000 Lincoln LS repairs by problem area

Engine (47%)

Transmission and Drivetrain (3%)

Brakes and Traction Control (5%)

Suspension and Steering (11%)

Electrical and Air Conditioning (16%)

Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim (11%)

Other (8%)

Chart based on 38 repairs.
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2000 Lincoln LS repair cost distribution

$2500+ (4%)

$1000 - $2499 (17%)

$500 - $999 (4%)

$100 - $499 (46%)

< $100 (29%)

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Chart based on 24 repair trips. The repair cost chart excludes repairs made under warranty, do-it-yourself repairs, and repair trips that include maintenance.

2000 Lincoln LS

Engine not specified

Lincoln LS in Washington, United States
Nov 2014 - Dec 2014
Nov 2014

77000 mi

US $2100
Had to replace the right catalytic converter. The part alone was $1,000. 

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2000 Lincoln LS 4dr Sedan

252-horsepower 3.9L V8 5-speed shiftable automatic RWD

Lincoln LS in South Carolina, United States
Aug 2011 - Sep 2013
Nov 2011

57000 mi

US $2500
Valve cover leak caused coils to fail, warping of head 
Aug 2013

82000 mi

US $1255
Fuel Pump Drivers outside door handle Broke 
Lincoln LS in Alabama, United States
Jan 2013 - Feb 2013
Feb 2013

187000 mi
new thermostat housing after cap blew off, and complete cooling system flush. transmission started slipping, needed to be rebuilt. deciding factor to go ahead and trade it in. 
Lincoln LS in Ontario, Canada
Apr 2013 - Feb 2014
Jun 2013

115320 mi

C $160
tune up plugs & coils 
Aug 2013

115820 mi

C $150
Replace one of the new coils 
Feb 2014

117800 mi

C $175
Replaced one coil Replaced thermostat 
Lincoln LS in South Carolina, United States
Sep 2011 - Nov 2012
Apr 2012

138500 mi

US $1500
Squeaking, clunking, in front--1st mechanic replaced struts (c.$1300). Did not replace spacers between strut spring and frame. Had another mechanic do that for $150 more. Still squeaks a little. Entire front end has been replaced. 
Aug 2012

143700 mi

US $380
Driver's handle broken from inside (2nd time since 2007, cost$100 then). However, this time was mechanism inside that had to also be replaced. 
Nov 2012

157000 mi

US $360
Replaced driver seat control module drivers door handle and entire working mechanism replaced 
Lincoln LS in Minnesota, United States
May 2011 - Dec 2011
Jun 2011

153000 mi

US $125
Clock spring in steering wheel for airbag. 
Lincoln LS in Georgia, United States
Feb 2011 - Apr 2015
Dec 2012

102000 mi

US $70
Replaced valve cover gaskets and seals 
Feb 2015

116300 mi

US $5
Hose which drains water from sunroof 'gutter' had shrunk over time and needed to ne extended and re-connected. Required 2 inches of 3/8" hose and a hose barb connector Fuel pump fuse blew, disabling car. Replaced fuse and fuel filter. 

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2000 Lincoln LS 4dr Sedan

252-horsepower 3.9L V8 5-speed automatic RWD

Lincoln LS in Rhode Island, United States
Apr 2011 - Apr 2012
Apr 2012

129000 mi

US $400
MAF sensor shorted and blew Fuel Injector Fuse 

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2000 Lincoln LS 4dr Sedan

210-horsepower 3.0L V6 5-speed manual RWD

Lincoln LS in Oregon, United States
Feb 2014 - Mar 2018
Jun 2014

144000 mi

US $1450
Front Main Seal Leaking Both front window regulators broken Radiator and expansion tank both badly cracked Heater valve was stuck off, so no heat. Also recirculation flap was broken off of actuator. Valve cover gaskets leaking into spark plug wells Power steering line leaking badly @ pump Both front ball joints were bad / had play A/C Compressor leaking oil from front main seal. Had to replace compressor. Bad front left ABS sensor 
Nov 2014

146000 mi

US $60
Steering lock (electronic/computer controlled) would not lock and did not allow new keys to be created, however responded to code scanner. Not available from dealer for standard transmission cars. Junkyard purchase solved problem 
Jan 2015

146000 mi

US $100
Motor mount on drivers side was entirely separated. Motor mount on passenger side was cracked. 

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2000 Lincoln LS 4dr Sedan

210-horsepower 3.0L V6 5-speed automatic RWD

Lincoln LS in Texas, United States
Feb 2011 - Oct 2011
Mar 2011

44000 mi

US $400
ignition coil replacement 
Lincoln LS in Virginia, United States
Dec 2011 - Apr 2014
Jan 2012

US $65
Oil leak into plug wells & valve cover leak onto exhaust. Had to complete job begun by mechanic because he didn't replace the spark plug gaskets that came with the set. One valve cover gasket still leaking. 
Apr 2012

85200 mi
Had a leak on left bank valve cover off & on for 3 months. I removed left valve cover again covered with grey gasket sealer, problem fixed. 
Oct 2012

88200 mi
Drivers door handle/lock inoperable. 3rd repair, 2nd handle/lock assembly replacement Replaced tie-rod ends, sway bar links to pass vehicle inspection. 
Sep 2013

92000 mi

US $230
Drivers door handle not working right. 
Lincoln LS in Ontario, Canada
Feb 2011 - Apr 2011
Mar 2011

53940 mi
Rear passenger power window regulator failed. Dealership ordered & installed new replacement part(s). Follow up to original power window regulator replacement (rear passenger door). Dealer had not properly secured interior door panels, claimed they needed to order new clips. New clips installed, door now fixed. 

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2000 Lincoln LS Repair Histories

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