The driver sear keeps popping up.

ANSWER : On this vehicle, it is very likely that the power seats have some sort of control module that controls all of their functions. A short within this module may cause the seat to move on its own accord. I would recommend having this module tested at your local dealership for proper function. Considering that the vehicle is a 2016 model year, this part is likely under warranty and may be replaced free of charge.

ANSWER : Hello, thank you for writing in. Due to the fact the noises did not appear until the recent brake work was done, it is easy to assume it is related to that repair. Verifying the repair is holding is the first thing you should do. Make sure the pads have not slipped out of place, and that the retaining bolts and screws are tight. If anything is allowed to shift as the brakes are released, you will hear it when releasing them. You also want to make sure the brake fluid is full and bled of any air that may have gotten into the system. If you suspect there is a problem with the brakes, and do not find it yourself, please seek professional help, as this is such a crucial component for vehicle safety. For more help with a safety inspection, contact our service department to schedule an appointment.

ANSWER : Hi there.

The fact you’re missing the gas cap is most likely what’s causing the check fuel fill inlet to keep popping up. Believe it or not, the fuel cell is a highly balanced containment system that requires to maintain a balance of pressure inside the tank. The gas cap helps to maintain this pressure. If it’s missing, it can cause engine performance issues, but will always trigger error codes and warning lights to occur.

The best advice I can offer is to purchase a replacement gas cap and install as soon as possible. Once this is done, contact a professional mechanic, like one from YourMechanic, to download and reset any error codes on your 2012 Lincoln.

ANSWER : Hi there. From the description you have provided, your vehicle’s low oil light comes on when the engine is stopped; this may not be a low oil level. It is very important to not overfill the engine with oil. Always check the level using the dipstick before adding oil. The best time to check the level is at operating temperature, engine off, on level ground, and after the car has sat for at least 5 minutes allowing oil to return to the oil pan. The level should be between ’add’ and ’full’ on the dipstick (1 qt range). This could be a symptom of a faulty oil level sensor. It could be a poor electrical connection at the oil level sensor. It could also be a fault in the IPC (instrument panel cluster). I recommend having your vehicle’s oil low light keeps coming on diagnosed and repaired by a certified technician, such as one from YourMechanic.

ANSWER : Hi, thanks for writing in. These codes are both camshaft and crankshaft correlation codes. While these codes can be caused by a faulty sensor, more often they indicate a problem with the engine timing components. This could be anything from a stretched timing chain to a failed oil control valve, as you mentioned. The oil control valve solenoid is used to apply hydraulic pressure to the camshaft actuators to adjust engine timing. A problem with the engine timing can result in engine damage, so I suggest you have a professional, such as one from YourMechanic, diagnose this problem as soon as possible.

ANSWER : Hey there. To be completely honest my friend, you might need to go back to the basics and purchase a detailed wiring schematic for this vehicle to determine where the electrical fault exists. Quite often when an electrical fault like this exists, the best solution is to trace every connection to see where the fault is triggered. Most of the time, it’s an exposed wire or ground issue that causes the circuit from the switch to the lights to fail. If you need help here, one of our professional mechanics can come to your location and complete an electrical problems inspection.

ANSWER : This is often related to a malfunctioning door lock actuator, a blown fuse or a faulty power door lock switch. When you use the door lock switch in the car it sends a signal to a relay which then activates an actuator inside the door. The actuator is the final step in the process in that it is a small motor with a set of gears that actually locks and unlocks the latch mechanism inside the door allowing the door to open. When this motor is bad, the latch mechanism will fail to operate and cause the door not to unlock as it is designed to. In the case of a bad door lock relay, the power, normally needed to send the signal from the switch when you activate it to the actuator motor is not there. This means the relay is not allowing the circuit to be completed and the actuator motor is not activated. Any of the above may cause your power door lock switches not to work properly and should be diagnosed by a qualified mechanic. I would suggest having a professional from YourMechanic come to your location to take a look at the door locks in your vehicle.

ANSWER : Hello – noises from under the car when starting and stopping are most likely from suspension components, especially with your advanced mileage. The vehicle rocks front-to-back in both scenarios because of shifts in weight distribution. Worn ball joints, control arm bushings, sway bar links, and strut bearings are all stressed during start/stop activity. I would recommend a thorough inspection of the suspension for work or failing components by a mobile, professional mechanic, such as one from YourMechanic, who will come to your location, diagnose this problem, give you an accurate assessment of damage and cost estimate for repairs.