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If your Lincoln MKX has a humming noise at high speed, it can be distracting and, depending on the cause, dangerous. We’ve outlined the most common reasons why a humming noise in your vehicle gets louder with speed. We’ve also provided an audio sample of each issue to help determine …

P0088 is a common OBD2 trouble code that can occur in the Lincoln MKX. In layman’s terms, it indicates that your SUV’s fuel pressure is too high. While P0088 is a generic code, repair steps will vary depending on your MKX’s model year, engine type, and how it regulates fuel …

P0008 is a somewhat uncommon OBD2 trouble code that can occur in the Lincoln MKX. It indicates that the crankshaft and camshaft are not synchronized properly, and should be considered a breakdown risk. Driving your MKX with P0008 can lead to engine damage and a costly repair. While P0008 is …

Daytime running lights (or DRL) are specialized lights that come on when your Lincoln MKX’s regular headlights are turned off. Their purpose is to make it easier for other drivers to see you, theoretically decreasing the odds of getting into an accident. If your MKX’s DRL warning light is on, …

P1289 is a manufacturer-specific diagnostic trouble code. In the case of Ford-built vehicles (such as the Lincoln MKX), it indicates that the cylinder head temperature sensor returned a value to the powertrain control module (PCM) that was greater than the signal should be during a self-test cycle. The most likely …

P2271 is a generic DTC trouble code that can affect the Lincoln MKX. It indicates that the oxygen sensor located on bank 1 in the second position is continuously sending voltage with a value that is too rich. There are oxygen sensors on both sides of the catalytic converter. The …

P0605 is a relatively rare OBD-II trouble code that can occur in the Lincoln MKX. It indicates that PCM (powertrain control module) is not passing its ROM (read-only memory) self-test when you turn the ignition on. While P0605 is a generic code (it has the same meaning for any car …

P0116 indicates that your Lincoln MKX’s engine coolant temperature sensor is sending a signal to the PCM (powertrain control module) that is outside of its normal operating range (in terms of voltage). While P0116 is a generic OBD2 code (it has the same definition for any car or truck), it …

P0036 is a very common O2 sensor-related trouble code. It’s generic, which means it has the same definition for the Lincoln MKX as any other vehicle. This code is almost always caused by a bad heated oxygen sensor or wiring issue and is almost always symptom-free. P0036 should NOT be …

P0058 is a not too common and OBDII trouble code that occurs in the Lincoln MKX. It indicates that the heated oxygen sensor (which we’ll be referring to as HO2S a lot) heater control circuit located at B2S2 is sending a signal to the PCM that is outside of its …