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#1889 of 3244 Transmission shudder by dmers May 17, 2003 (2:59 pm)
I believe a Transmission oil change every 30,000 miles should cure a lot of shudder problems, though our 2000 GM started the shudder at 26K. We are now doing fine going on 57K and will change at 60K miles, back on schedule.
#1890 of 3244 Wind Noise Question by typee May 23, 2003 (3:51 am)
I took delivery of an '03 Crown Victoria last week, and since then have returned it to the dealer three times due to wind noise coming from the area of the right front passenger door/window area. The dealer initially realigned the door, as it was "drooping" upon being opened. Now that is reasonably well aligned (although still different from the driver's side), but the wind noise, while reduced, continues to be an issue. The noise starts at speeds of 45 - 50 mph, and is continual at freeway speeds. Dealer is now waiting for new rubber gasket for entire door frame to attempt to address the issue. Obviously, I am not pleased with the apparent lack of tolerances in construction, but will live with them just fine if the wind noise can be addressed. Does anyone else have knowledge or suggestions that may help me in dealing with this issue?
#1891 of 3244 typee: Other GM's & TC's discovered the wind noise by kinley May 23, 2003 (9:08 pm)
is caused by the design of the mirrors on the doors.
#1892 of 3244 Ford CV Wind Noise by typee May 24, 2003 (5:12 am)
Thanks for the input re the mirrors, but that's not the source of the noise. The noise was reduced significantly when the door was realigned, and there is no similar noise on the driver's side which, of course, has the same mirror design.   Now that the dealer has adjusted the door so it "almost" fits, the wind noise is still an issue.   Any other people out there with suggestion? I fear that the dealer's next statement will be something similar to, "That noise is within spec." I know that is not the case, having driven and ridden many thousands of miles in numerous CV's   Thanks for any assistance with this.
#1893 of 3244 Intake Manifold - Cross-Over Channel Coolant Seepage by astonman May 24, 2003 (5:45 am)
The above is the title of Technical Service Bulletin 02-2-2 issued by Ford in Feb. 02. on their 1997 Mercury Grand Marquis. Yesterday we paid over $600 to have this problem fixed. My mechanic said he had repaired the same problem on several of these cars and in his professional opinion, Ford should pay for all these.   Although the title refers to the intake manifold, it is not a functional part of the intake manifold, but a cross-over coolant channel that was originally made as an integral part of the plastic manifold. The replacement part is now a kit. The intake manifold is still plastic, but they have cast a separate piece in aluminum for the coolant crossover.   I plan to file a claim with Ford for the cost of repairs. If anyone would like a copy of my claim, please e-mail me.
#1895 of 3244 Rear End Noise Post #1805 by goldranger May 29, 2003 (11:00 am)
hughiem,   Any updates on the noise? I just got a 02 GM LS (built 10/00)with 22K. Has slight rear end whine starting about 55 and up. Haven't taken it in yet but will soon. Still have plenty of factory warranty so they will fix. What do you think of changing to the 75W140 synthetic gear lube? Manual says you never have to change it even if towing. BTW previous three vehicles were 2 LeSabres and 1 Park Ave. I like the Merc GM best. Also noticed the 4.6 uses 5W20. Does anyone know who makes the Motorcraft semi-synthetic 5W20 oil? Thanks Replies to this message: fscarano (May 08, 2006 2:37 pm)
#1896 of 3244 goldranger: Manual in 94 Towncar said don't change by kinley May 29, 2003 (10:10 pm)
rear axle fluid until 100,000. When it whined at 97,000 the dealer's mechanic found foam instead of oil. Check your axle sooner than later.
#1897 of 3244 Crown Vic vs Grand Marquis by nordinsr May 31, 2003 (7:45 pm)
I want to purchase a 2-3 year old Grand Marquis. However I keep reading that the CV and the GM are "clones" The CV is usually priced less than the GM given the same options. Why should I then purchase a GM? Is there something better about this car over the CV that justifies the higher price?   I can't find any comparison analyses on the Internet.
#1898 of 3244 2004 by peeete May 31, 2003 (8:03 pm)
does anyone have any insight into likely changes in the 2004 CV/GM?

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