P0012 is a common trouble code. It affects vehicles with variable valve timing (VVT). The list of VVT vehicles is growing, and the Lincoln MKZ can have VVT, and is known to develop this code. P0012 is generic, which means that it has the same definition for the MKZ as it does on any other … Read more
If your Lincoln MKZ has the P0303 trouble code, you should know that it’s about as common of a code as there is. It’s a generic code (same meaning for all vehicles) that indicates that your car’s third cylinder is misfiring. P0303 is a real drivability concern and should be dealt with right away. If … Read more
P0302 in the Lincoln MKZ is a common OBD II trouble code. It indicates that your car’s second cylinder has a misfire. P0302 is a real drivability concern and should be dealt with right away. If it’s bad enough to cause your MKZ’s check engine light to come on, you shouldn’t drive your car at … Read more
This page is meant to help you troubleshoot the Lincoln MKZ P0430 trouble code. It covers the P0430 code’s meaning, symptoms, causes, and possible solutions. P0430 is an emissions-related trouble code and is virtually never a breakdown risk. P0430 is usually caused by a catalytic converter issue or a bad O2 sensor. Table of Contents … Read more
This page is meant to help you troubleshoot the Lincoln MKZ P0420 trouble code. It covers the P0420 code’s meaning, symptoms, causes, and possible solutions. P0420 is the most common OBDII code and is virtually never a breakdown risk. A failing oxygen sensor or bad catalytic converter are the most common causes of P0420. Table … Read more
P0011 is a common (and serious) OBD II diagnostic trouble code that can occur in the Lincoln MKZ. It indicates an issue with your car’s Variable Valve Timing (VVT) system. The first thing you should do when you have this code is check your MKZ’s oil. If the oil level is too low, the camshaft … Read more
P0010 is a relatively common trouble code. It affects vehicles with variable valve timing (VVT). The list of VVT vehicles is growing, and the Lincoln MKZ can have VVT and is prone to developing this code. P0010 is often by low or sludgy oil. Check your MKZ’s oil as soon as possible. P0010 is a … Read more
P0301 is a fairly common trouble code with the Lincoln MKZ. It’s an OBD2 code and indicates that your car’s first cylinder is misfiring. P0301 is certainly a cause for concern and should be considered a threat to the drivability of your MKZ. Fixing P0301 should be considered a high priority. Unlike a lot of … Read more
P0013 is a frequent OBDII trouble code. It is generic, which means that it has the same meaning for the Lincoln MKZ, as it would any other vehicle. It only affects vehicles with Variable Valve Timing. Below we’ll outline the major symptoms and causes of P0013, as well as the most common fixes. … Read more
P0014 is a relatively common trouble code for vehicles that have Variable Valve Timing (VVT). This includes the Lincoln MKZ. VVT adjusts the position of the camshaft(s) to maximize the combustion efficiency of the motor. P0014 means that the camshaft position is too far advanced from where it should be in relation to normal operating … Read more