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Re: 2003 Lincoln Town Car Stalling Problem.. [d0rothy]
Written by: kevine on Aug 21, 2006 9:05:34 AM
Hi, Don't know if this will help but I have a 2000 town Car and it kept stalling after starting and after some time it would run okay. The problem turned out to be the Air Intake Valve. It was a fairly easy fix and not too expensive. Hope this helps. happy riding. Kevin
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Re: 2003 Lincoln Town Car Stalling Problem.. [d0rothy]
Written by: euphonium on Aug 3, 2006 4:13:06 PM
If you have a lot of miles on the car, check out the quality of the air by pass valve located behind the air filter housing.
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2003 Lincoln Town Car Stalling Problem..
Written by: d0rothy on Aug 3, 2006 2:06:41 PM
Here is how it happens. I drive it to a shopping mall, stop the car, go shopping, when I come out, the car promply starts, but stalls. If I start it again, and let it run at a 1000 rpm or so for a while, it might then idle and run fine. 2 weeks later, it might do it again, except it may not go away. I, then drive the car ... Read More
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Re: 2003 Lincoln Town Car [henry3241]
Written by: neblkcar on Jun 20, 2006 10:49:56 AM
There are a series of step in your owners manual that you can follow to remedy all of those issues. I own the same vehicle (actually several of them) I have never had a problem with reseting the oil %. Maybe hold the button longer??
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Re: 2005 LINCOLN TOWN CAR "SIGNATURE" [gene42]
Written by: purdueray on Mar 7, 2006 5:51:54 AM
When I complained of brake pedal overtravel on my 2003 TC, the dealer suggested that I back off the pedal position from the full bottom position. I did so, and the brake pedal has a more firm feel. If you have your adjustment all the way down, you might try that.
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2003 Lincoln T/C GPS
Written by: henry3241 on Sep 18, 2005 7:55:55 PM
Hi Folks. I'm looking for a used Original Equipment in dash GPS system for my 03 Signatue Series Lincoln. Should you know of one please let me know. Thanks, J/N
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: 2003 Lincoln Town Car [nvbanker]
Written by: henry3241 on Aug 18, 2005 7:53:04 PM
I tried re-setting the Oil life thingy as directed via the Manual, didn't work. I bringing it to the Dealer tomorrow for a couple of other things I'll have them look at that as well.. Txs, JH
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Re: 2003 Lincoln Town Car [henry3241]
Written by: nvbanker on Aug 13, 2005 3:53:56 PM
Your manual should tell you how to reset the oil life indicator. It's usually a combination of buttons that you push to do it, just like de-programming the horn chirp.
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Re: 2003 Lincoln Town Car [euphonium]
Written by: henry3241 on Aug 10, 2005 8:12:21 PM
euphonium, thanks for your reply. I have solved the Horn noise by checking the Owners book. You can discontinue that feature by going through a set procedure with the key in the ignition and pressing the remote door lock switch. As for the seat belt dinging indicator, you can trick it by starting out with the seat belt on while the car is in motion. Once your under way you can ... Read More
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Re: 2003 Lincoln Town Car [henry3241]
Written by: euphonium on Aug 10, 2005 11:44:57 AM
You can silently activate the alarm by using the driver's door outside keypad. Press buttons 7/8 and 9/0 at the same time twice. A considerate feature when you don't want to wake the neighbors. Seat belt not fastened/annoying dinging noise. My guess is there is a sensor connection under the seat that could be disconnected, but of this I'm unsure. If your seat belt is too short, you can buy extensions. ... Read More
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2003 Lincoln Town Car
Written by: henry3241 on Aug 10, 2005 8:03:06 AM
Hi, I just purchased a 2003 Town Car (Signature) series and would like to know how to eliminate the annoying dinging noise that sounds when the drivers seat belt is not fastened. #2. Can the chirp of the horn be shut off when activating the alarm. #3. I changed the oil today and am unable to re-set the over head console to 100%. It reads 39% and will not re-set even ... Read More
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Front wheel drive
Written by: ehardison on Jul 13, 2004 4:11:28 PM
Sur hope my 2003 town car will last a long long time as I don't think I would buy a FWD lincoln. Oh well I am 69 so maybe it will last twenty more years as I will quit driving then. I did buy the Silverado truck and am well pleased with it.
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Engines
Written by: ehardison on May 21, 2004 11:24:44 AM
Can't argue with that logic. I think the 4.6 is a good engine but like you say it is a ford engine used in many applications and doesn't produce the power of the 4.6 caddie engine. The 2003 and 04 towncars have dual exhausts which is why they produce 239 hp instead of the 210 for the 2002.The sound from the exhausts are quiet which indicates they are still restricted from ... Read More
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Trunk dimensions 2003 Town Car
Written by: rickiericcardo on Dec 25, 2003 2:16:07 PM
I see, ehardison1. Thanks a lot! The trunk is not actually that bad then. The shape of the cargo space has been criticized a lot. I know now anyway it swallows a lot, my suitcases and more. Thanks again:). P.S. I had a quick look at your profile; I hope you get your dream Lincoln one day:). Thanks once more:).
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Trunk dimensions 2003 Town Car
Written by: rickiericcardo on Dec 20, 2003 3:03:17 PM
Thank you heaps, ehardison1! You helped a lot. Estimating from a photo I found from the Web, I suppose if I'd place (1) one box that would be of an exact size 14"x32.5"x 26" to the deep part of the trunk, (2) another box of the same size on top of it, (3) a 3rd box of the same size on the upper compartment closer to the rear seats, all boxes ... Read More
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Lincoln Town Car 2003 Trunk Dimensions
Written by: rickiericcardo on Dec 20, 2003 6:47:57 AM
Hi everybody! I am planning to get to know Lincoln Town Car 2003 during my visit in States, impressed by its long history and good reviews in some of the magazines available in Europe. I am wondering now, if any of you know about the exact dimensions of its trunk. It has been told to be huge (21 cu.ft), but the exact dimensions of it are difficult to find on the ... Read More
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Oil
Written by: ehardison1 on Dec 17, 2003 4:35:03 PM
Had the first oil change for my 2003 town car today. Took it to the Lincoln dealer as they give free maintenance for 36,000 miles. They put the recommended motorcraft 5w20 synthetic blend oil in and that stuff is clear as water. You can't hardly see it on the dip stick. Seems like some good stuff. Any comments from any one that is useing this oil.
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easy pass
Written by: sparky53 on Nov 26, 2003 8:42:45 PM
can someone please tell me if the easy pass in use in the north east area will work on the windshield of 2003 Lincoln cars.I have been told that due to the composition of the windshield you may have to use an exterior unit.Thank you.
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Written by: wotan1 on Nov 3, 2003 9:12:38 AM
Messages Messages Page 1 of 1 Go To Msg # Search This Discussion All Messages Displayed #1 of 2 Just purchased 2003 Lincoln Cartier Towncar by wotan1 Nov 01, 2003 (12:57 am) Purchased left over new 2003 Lincoln Cartier Towncar. Did considerable research before purchase. Would like to know what owners of this same vehicle like or dislike about their car even though I'm comitted now no ... Read More
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2000 Lincoln Continental
Written by: alister on Sep 30, 2003 2:26:14 AM
I purchased a 2000 Lincoln Continental with 63k miles on it in March of 2003, very clean & like new, it is now Sept 2003 and it has 84k miles on it. Thats over 20k in about 6 months. I drive 200 miles total a day, at about 85 mph, commuting to and from work. I get about 25 miles to the gallon and have changed the oil about every 3k ... Read More
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Two Unfortunate Surprises
Written by: melliot on Aug 27, 2003 5:56:45 PM
The Ford dealer tells me that my 1997 Town car, 66,000 miles, needs a new servo for the Cruise Control which costs about $200. installed. Probably reasonable, I guess. But they also say I need left inner and outer tie rods, $275 and lower ball joints $ 300. and alignment $60. I can't believe it, at 66,000 miles. I have never, in 40 years of driving had to do this sort ... Read More
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Snow, fog and Lincolns
Written by: limo on Jun 16, 2003 6:02:42 PM
Though we did not seek it out, we got a great deal of experience in the never ending snows of 2002-2003 in the metro New York area. We have always shod our Lincolns with Michelin tires, and especially liked the "Rainforce" model. We are far less happy with the "Symmetry", having had an unusual number of flats that totalled the tire. As a result, we switched to Continental "Contact Touring" on ... Read More
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Ed
Written by: ehardison1 on Aug 21, 2003 4:22:50 PM
I just purchased a new 2003 town car,executive series. It is my first Lincoln since my 1973 continental Mark3.So far I love it and just wanted to get on the board as I hope to be asking some questions and maybe answer some questions
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03 Lincoln TC Signature
Written by: genevabuilder2 on Jul 24, 2003 6:36:08 PM
I have owned 7 Lincolns starting with '73 Lincoln. This '03 is better than the '73. Better than '98 and '00. The last two were below Lincoln quality IMO. Day and night. My 2003 certainly sets the standard high. Keep up the quality on upcoming cars, Lincoln. Perhaps I can buy number eight!!!!
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Ann: We too have joined the 70's with our "older" Towncar
Written by: kinley on Apr 21, 2003 9:25:33 AM
and also enjoy the vehicle with 105,000 miles. Several of our friends have opted for new cars ranging from the Avalon to Lincoln LS. I admire the 2003 Executive, however, our portfolio of equities enable us to hold fast to that which is good and the 94 Towncar is still very good. If you can pay cash for a new Towncar and not draw down your retirement funds below one million, ... Read More
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Associated Press article on front bumper crash tests
Written by: dinu on Mar 19, 2003 8:48:47 AM
FYI: Today, March 19, 2003, in The Arizona Republic newspaper there is an Associated Press article titled "Luxury cars, SUVs crack under crash-test pressure" by Dee-Ann Durbin. Bumper crash tests were made by the Insurance Institute of Highway Safety. Does anyone know if they have a internet website? A Google search should determine this. The luxury sedans cited in the article are noted below in order, according to the degree of ... Read More
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BBMCACEO
Written by: bbmcaceo on Jan 31, 2003 12:27:18 AM
I have driven the big Lincolns since I bought my first '57 Premier coupe in 1967, I had to give $85.00 for it, it needed a battery. I soon bought another one that was minus the trans., from one of the mechanics at the local L/M Dealer, My first experience was when my Mom and Dad brought home a '57 Premiere Landau four door it was that Wimbeldon white and had ... Read More
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Misc. opinions of 2003 TC
Written by: brucelinc on Oct 17, 2002 6:15:17 AM
I rented a 2003 TC while on a business trip this week. In the past, I have frequently rented TCs but this was my first experience with the new model. I am a pretty loyal "Ford" man and currently own a Lincoln LS among others. My comments are not meant to rile anyone up, but rather express honest opinions. Steering: I thought the new TC had a huge improvement in steering ... Read More
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audia8q: Thank you for your timely reply.
Written by: kinley on Aug 30, 2002 1:20:05 PM
What's your opinion regarding the present Lincoln buyer opting for the Marauder just to get the performance? Any significant numbers yet? In the last few years at the end of the model year, area Lincoln dealers have been selling Executive Towncars for $29,995. I intend to buy a 2003,True Blue, then. The LS has a Vivid Red, but not yet in the TC which is stuck with 'dried blood red', or ... Read More
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audia8q: Question
Written by: kinley on Aug 29, 2002 10:39:07 PM
When will the Town Car have a Lincoln engine like the Cadillac has a Cadillac engine rather than the same basic engine that's in the Crown Victoria? For the last several years Cadillac has 300 hp and for 2003 the Towncar will have less than 240 hp. General Motors doesn't power their Cadillacs with Chevrolet engines. I know Lincoln has done this traditionally since 1980, but it's time Lincoln had a ... Read More
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marjer
Written by: jerrym3 on Jul 29, 2002 8:55:13 AM
What's your opinion of the Continental; plusses and minuses? With the pssibility of getting a new 39K list Continental for the mid 20's OR LOWER, (12K off list + Ford Z plan + Lincoln owner discount) I just may pick up one and wait for the stock market to improve before buying a second car "toy" (2003 TBird or something else enjoyable to drive). Price is just too good to ignore. ... Read More
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jerry
Written by: audia8q on Jun 17, 2002 2:36:52 PM
The older generation of buyers just don't seem to want anything but a true six passenger seating arrangement. All the time I have been with Lincoln I have never had anyone even ask for a floor shifter version. except a couple on edmunds... remember the T/C is primarily built because of fleet not because of retail buyers... This is why fleet/livery dictate so much of the cars build. Almost every change ... Read More
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incentives
Written by: jerrym3 on Jul 16, 2002 3:58:54 PM
Lincoln dropped it's price for a 2003 Signature by an additional $1,000 for present Lincoln owners. MSRP $45,025; Z plan plus incentives price $37,214. Latest $1,000 incentive may be short lived. Very attractive price for someone who's Z plan eligible and looking for a plush touring sedan.
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kinley
Written by: audia8q on Jun 4, 2002 1:37:21 PM
We do not expect Lincoln to offer an optional engine on the T/C...The 239hp will the the only engine offered unless they make an abrupt change in mid-year. On the 2003 they changed the axle ratio to 3.27 from 3.08 on the Exec and Signature and 3.55 on the Touring sedan T/C...This should help to get the land yacht off the line a bit quicker. For those who didnt realize...the HP ... Read More
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Rich: Makes sense
Written by: kinley on Jun 4, 2002 9:54:59 AM
Do you think Lincoln will offer an optional 300 hp engine in 2003? I'd pay up to $500 more for the privilege enabling the navigation of mountains better. Around here, new Executives are advertised for $29,995. I choose to wait and get a 2003 in about a year for that price and perhaps within that year the optional power package (300 hp) will be available. Your thoughts?
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Any info on 300hp TC?
Written by: xlegend on May 1, 2002 11:15:12 AM
I have heard that Lincoln does intend to come out with a 300hp TC. I also heard that it will have a center console making it a 5 passenger car. Can anyone verify any of the above? The 2003 Town Car claims to have greater trunk space but when you read the specifications it is the same size as the 2002 Town Car which is 20.6 cubic ft. What gives?
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jerry
Written by: audia8q on Apr 30, 2002 5:52:41 PM
I agree the car should be more of a stand out...but Everyone forgets that fleet dictates what the town car gets. Limo/Livery companies essentially dictate to Ford what will and wont be on the T/C Until Lincoln decides that they want to retail the T/C to people and not Fleet, the car will not be a world class competator in the luxury segment. The T/C is Certainly a nice car but ... Read More
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4.6 DOHC
Written by: jerrym3 on Apr 29, 2002 12:44:13 PM
Lincoln should realize that this car is a LINCOLN, not a plain CV or GM. The motor should be different than the motor in those cars. I'd hate to see the TC go the way of the Continental as buyers realize that they can buy the CV/GM and basically get the same car mechanically at a lot less cost.. I'd be willing to pay a few thousand more for a 2003 ... Read More
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Playing catch-up
Written by: houndog on Apr 28, 2002 4:43:40 PM
Many of us love the TC, but it will never gain market share until FORD offers at least 300hp (even as a performance option). The Caddy has had 300hp for years, and will soon move up even higher - also will go to RWD soon. Unless the TC makes some substantial changes to the drivetrain, market share will continue to decline. If the Lincoln dealers did not have the LS models ... Read More
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kinley
Written by: audia8q on Apr 19, 2002 1:00:53 PM
I drove the car today...We are all in agreement that extra HP would be nice. We were wondering why they didn't use the 302 hp V8 that the aviator is getting. The 2003 has a quiter ride, we all noticed this right away. The rack and pinion steering is a big improvement. The car does not wander as much as the previous TC. The interior is much "dressier" than the 2002. ... Read More
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audia8q: A nearby big city Lincoln dealer is advertising
Written by: kinley on Apr 19, 2002 10:54:08 AM
new 2002 Towncars for $29,995. In your opinion, is the list of improvements on the 2003 worth the many thousands of dollars difference? IMO, the TC still needs 300+ hp to compete with Cadillac and 235 is only adequate.
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JOHNNY LINC
Written by: joker2108 on Apr 3, 2002 10:49:05 AM
JOHNNY LINC Am I understanding what you wrote? You are saying that since there are 2003 models back in NY that Lincoln is here to say. Oldsmobile went out and they are still trying to hang on with limted models and production. I am going to call Lincoln and find out. This he said she said stuff is driving me nuts.
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Lincoln going out of business? FALSE!!!
Written by: johnnylinc on Apr 2, 2002 10:00:52 AM
Joker2108: Lincoln is absolutely, positively, unequivocally NOT going out of business. No way, no how, period. Maybe your limo-owner friends wouldn't lie to you, but they certainly don't know what they're talking about--they are wrong, wrong, wrong. At this very moment, at the New York Auto Show, the 2003 Lincoln Town Car, Navigator, and Aviator are on display, as are a 2003 Town Car limo built by Picasso Coach and a ... Read More
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Written by: ehaase on Apr 1, 2002 3:28:02 AM
Not at all true. The Town Car and Navigator are being reengineered for 2003. Lincoln has the new Aviator for 2003. The LS will also be updated for 2003. A new Continental, probably on a stretched LS platform, is planned for 2005, along with a restyled LS and possible convertible for 2005 or 2006.
