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#3216 of 3244 Re: Knocking [merc24] by snowbird6 Nov 23, 2008 (5:45 am)
Replying to: merc24 (Nov 22, 2008 11:34 am) It is probably both. If he oil got that low, it probably damaged all the rod and main journals bearings. To check the oil pump, have a garage put a direct reading gauge on the engine and check the oil pump output pressure. You must have a significant oil leak to lose that much oil. With a rod "knocking", you are looking at least at turning the crankshaft, new bearings and gaskets. Will probably mean removing the engine to do the repairs. Just a guess, but would estimate o/a $2000.00. to repair your engine.
#3217 of 3244 1993 Marquis Engine Knocking by tiffbell4321 Dec 01, 2008 (3:28 pm)
I have a 1993 Mercury Marquis, over 100K and the engine started knocking a few weeks ago. What can it be? What can I do? I need my car. How much to fix?   Tiffany
#3218 of 3244 tiffbell by marsha7 Dec 02, 2008 (6:05 pm)
Others may have a more educated opinion than me, but the first thing I would do is put dry gas in the fuel tank, as you may have water in the gasoline...simple, but it could make the engine knock, esp if the fuel is from the bottom of the station's tank...before you spedn $1000s, I would spend $5.00 for a few bottles of that...also, as you get to 1/2 tank, try some high test to offset what could possibly be lousy fuel, and go to a diff station than usual...good luck...
#3219 of 3244 Now I have a question by marsha7 Dec 02, 2008 (6:07 pm)
I have a right front side marker light, amber, that the bulb is bad...it look like just removing one screw to remove the amber plastic should be easy, but I remove the screw and the plastic will not come out...I was hesitant to just yank on it, as there may be something else holding it together...then again, it may simply be stuck after 4 years and 109,000 miles...   Any thoughts from anyone who has done it???...do I yank it or is there a screw I cannot see??? Replies to this message: euphonium (Dec 03, 2008 12:29 pm)
#3220 of 3244 Re: Now I have a question [marsha7] by euphonium Dec 03, 2008 (12:29 pm)
Replying to: marsha7 (Dec 02, 2008 6:07 pm) My experience includes the lens being "stuck" to the gasket. Using a small pen knife or X Acto blade usually (with patience) the lens can be pried from its position.   I would start at the screw side. Sometimes an owners maintenence manual will have instructions on changing the bulbs. Good Luck.
#3221 of 3244 2008 Grand Marquis LS - remove rear seat by jamesja Dec 04, 2008 (1:18 pm)
I've searched the forum, and the Internet, and there is conflicting information about the proper way to remove the rear seat base; pull up at the front vs. pull up at the back. If there is a wrong way I need to know. Don't want to damage my new (9k miles) Mercury. My young son has lost several Legos and other small toys down the holes in the seat base for the seat belt, and it's time to recover the treasure. -jj- Replies to this message: euphonium (Dec 05, 2008 9:07 am)
#3222 of 3244 Re: 2008 Grand Marquis LS - remove rear seat [jamesja] by euphonium Dec 05, 2008 (9:07 am)
Replying to: jamesja (Dec 04, 2008 1:18 pm) The dealer's employee who regularly installs after market accessories will know the answer.
#3223 of 3244 Any DIYs for the CV/GM? by calpete Dec 18, 2008 (1:29 pm)
Am considering purchasing a GM, but would like to know from any do-it-yourselfers if these cars lend themselves to such antics. I'm retired & have quite a bit of amateur automotive experience, doing basic maintenance on my cars, i.e. oil/filter, plug, O2, exhaust, brake changes, etc. And I like to keep the fluids clean. Really like the features of the GM that you can't find on any other cars today. Had opportunity to rent one for a 1,500 mile trip; couldn't find anything wrong with the ride of performance. Think the GS would be fine for my needs. Any comments appreciated. Thanks.   Cal Replies to this message: mrlauderdale (Dec 19, 2008 1:12 am) calpete (Dec 19, 2008 1:30 pm)
#3224 of 3244 Re: Any DIYs for the CV/GM? [calpete] by mrlauderdale Dec 19, 2008 (1:12 am)
Replying to: calpete (Dec 18, 2008 1:29 pm) Hi there! I have a 1996 Marquis GS and my parents have 2006 LS. I bought them both in Florida and we shipped them to Germany. So far, we do most of everything by our self, incl. all the oils, filters etc. We are even going to repair accident-damages to both our Marquis that unfortunately happened recently. I was cut by a Semi Truck in Town, but my Marquis hold up very well I have to say!! These cars are very strong and simple in a positive way! You almost need 2 persons to carry one front fender!! And everything is pretty logic and easy manufactured on these cars and people here in Germany (thats where we live) are always pretty excited and impressed when they see our cars and their solidity!! By the way, a lot of room in the engine-compartment for easy maintanance, too! A couple things changed from 1996 to 2006, the newer cars are a bit louder (we guess, thinner glass to save weight) and not as smooth anymore, although, compared with other cars today, are still smooth and silent!! Try to get the rear Air Suspension maybe includet with the LS!? It´s a lot smoother! The exhaust probably never needs to be changed, although we changed to dual exhaust by our selfs, too! If you buy it now, you will probably get a fantastic price. It´s a real bargain, anyways! Have fun with it! Sorry for my english! Replies to this message: calpete (Dec 19, 2008 1:30 pm)
#3225 of 3244 Re: Any DIYs for the CV/GM? [mrlauderdale] by calpete Dec 19, 2008 (1:30 pm)
Replying to: mrlauderdale (Dec 19, 2008 1:12 am) Thanks for your reply. There is a certain satisfaction from doing as much maintenance yourself within reason. Am a big believer in frequent oil changes so glad to hear in can be done by the owner.

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