2000 Lincoln Continental Engine runs rough

2000 LINCOLN CONTINENTAL
152,000 MILES • V8 • FWD • AUTOMATIC
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PROYTPDRET
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When left at idle for a few minets and Engine well warmed up. Engine starts to run very rough. Front end and steering wheel wobbles and shakes. When shut off for 5-10 minets it's OK.
Jul 8, 2010 at 5:12 PM
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Engine running rough or misfiring can be cause by the following:

1.Defective spark plug
2.Inadequate spark/coil,defective spark plug wire.
3.Lack of compression
4.False air leakage.
5.Faulty fuel injectors.
6.Insufficient fuel pressure.
7.Contaminated fuel.
8.EGR valve that is leaking.
9.Oxygen sensors.
10.Throttle position sensor.
11.Idle air control valve.
Jul 8, 2010 at 11:09 PM