Table 1 shows three common engine and engine cooling related problems of the 1997 Lincoln Mark Viii.
| Problem Category | Number of Problems |
|---|---|
| Engine Oil Leaking problems | |
| Car Stall problems | |
| Engine Cooling System problems |
Valve covers are very hard to take off. Spark plug seals leak oil, into spark plugs and coils, this is very dangerous, and could case a serious fire. There is no way to tell, if this is happening, until you take the coils covers off, because the coils covers have a rubber seal.
Vehicle stalls at any speed/ any time. Dealer cannot find a cause.
Power adjustment steering colums act erractically and will adjust by itself while consumer is driving . Dealer cannot duplicate defect, and cannot determine cause. Water pump leaked causing low coolant light to illuminate. Door ajar switch faulty and was replaced.