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2008 Lincoln Mark LT

Factory specifications, fluid capacities, torque values, EPA fuel economy and the federal safety record for the 2008 Mark LT.

Body TRUCKTransmission Automatic 4-spd

The 2008 Lincoln Mark LT is a truck equipped with a 4-speed automatic transmission and an engine requiring 7.0 quarts of 5W-20 API oil. The vehicle delivers an EPA-rated fuel economy of 12/16/14 mpg. This model year represents a reliable point in the 2005-2008 production span, recording zero recalls and only two owner complaints regarding tires, whereas complaints peaked at 31 in 2006.

Model year200820072006

Quick specs

Fluid capacities, tune-up values and fuel economy at a glance.

Engine oil capacity7.0 qtOEM · verified
Engine oil type5W-20 APIOEM · verified
Lug nut torque150 ft-lbsOEM · verified
EPA fuel economy12/16/14 mpgEPA · verified

Fitment & sizes

Replacement part sizes and factory part numbers — battery, bulbs, filters and belts.

From the factory this vehicle uses a BCI 59 · 540 CCA battery. Each part links to every other vehicle that shares it, so a part you already stock may fit more of your fleet than you'd expect.

Battery groupBCI 59 · 540 CCAOEM · verified
Tire sizeP265-60R18OEM · verified

Full specifications

Engine, drivetrain, dimensions and economy.

Engine & drivetrain NHTSA vPIC

TransmissionAutomatic 4-spd

Dimensions & weight NHTSA vPIC

Overall length222.4 in
Overall width78.7 in
Overall height73.6 in
Wheelbase138.6 in
Curb weight5677 lb
Track (front / rear)66.5 / 66.5 in
Weight distribution (front / rear)57/43

Ratings & economy EPA / vPIC

EPA city / highway / combined12 / 16 / 14 mpg
DrivetrainRear-Wheel Drive
Recommended fuelRegular Gasoline

Performance & power Independent road tests

0–60 mph, quarter-mile, horsepower and torque from independent road tests.

Independent road tests for the Mark LT of this era, listed by trim and engine — this page spans more than one engine, so no single horsepower figure is shown.

8.8–10.4 sec0–60 mph (tested)quickest 8.80 sec — 2007 Crew Cab
YearTrim / engine0–60¼ mileHPDrivetrain
2007Crew Cab 5.4L V88.80 sec16.70 sec300 hp4x4
2006Crew Cab 5.4L V89.60 sec16.80 sec300 hp4x4
2006Crew Cab 5.4L V89.90 sec17.30 sec300 hp4x4
2006Crew Cab 5.4L V810.40 sec17.60 sec300 hp4x4

Service quick specs OEM factory data

Capacities, torques and tune-up values from the factory service manual.

This engine holds 7.0 qt of 5W-20 API engine oil, SYNTHETIC · 75W-140 · GL-5 in the differential, DOT 4 brake fluid. Torque lug nuts to 150 ft-lbs, the oil drain plug to 10.0 ft-lbs. The firing order is 1-3-7-2-6-5-4-8. Note the cylinder-head bolts finish on a torque angle (torque-to-yield) — they stretch permanently and should be replaced, not reused, during any head service.

Lubricants & capacities

Automatic Transmission FluidATF
Automatic Transmission Fluid Capacity13.9
Brake FluidDOT 4
Differential Gear OilSYNTHETIC · 75W-140 · GL-5
Differential Gear Oil Capacity5.5 Pints Rear, 8.8 and 9.7
Engine CoolantUSE FORD PREMIUM GOLD COOLANT
Engine Oil5W-20 · API
Engine Oil Capacity7.0 qt

Engine torques

Exhaust Manifold to Cylinder Head Bolts18 ft-lbs
Engine Oil Pan Drain Plug10.0 ft-lbs

Chassis torques

Lug Nuts150 ft-lbs
Front Wheel Hub20 ft-lbs

Ignition

Cylinder Firing Order1-3-7-2-6-5-4-8
Ignition Timing10

Battery & A/C

RefrigerantR134a
Refrigerant Capacity2.13 lbs
Oil GroupPAG
Oil Type46
Oil Capacity8.00 oz
Standard BCI Group Number59
Standard BCI Cranking Performance540 cca
Optional BCI Group Number65

Service checks

Pressure Test20 psi
Radiator Cap Pressure Relief16 psi
Thermostat Opening Temperature188-195 °F
Key ON Engine OFF (KOEO)35-45
RPM28-45 @ Idle rpm
Injector Primary Resistance11-18 ohms
Engine Oil Pressure40-125 psi
Engine Oil Pressure RPM2500 rpm

Brakes

Torque Caliper to Bracket55 ft-lbs / 22 ft-lbs
Torque to Knuckle148 ft-lbs / 60 ft-lbs
Minimum Pad ThicknessFront: 0.118; Rear: 0.118 in
Minimum Pad ThicknessFront: 0.118; Rear: 0.118 in
Rotor Minimum Machining1.145 in / 0.751 in
Rotor Discard at or Under1.122 in / 0.728 in

Multi-step torque procedures OEM · verified

Crankshaft Pulley and/or Damper Bolts — tightening sequence 1 stages
188 ft. lbs., step 2: 360 degrees, step 3: 37 ft. lbs., step 4: 9088 ft. lbs
Cylinder Head — tightening sequence 3 stages

Prep Do not reuse old bolts. Coat new bolts lightly with specified oil

130.0 ft. lbs.30 ft. lbs
290 degrees90 degrees
390
Intake Manifold to Engine Bolts — tightening sequence 1 stages
13.6 ft. lbs., step 2: 7.43.6 ft. lbs

Factory maintenance schedule OEM · verified

Normal service, condensed from the factory interval matrix.

Under the factory schedule, replace the engine oil and filter every 7,500 mi; spark plugs every 100,000 mi; coolant every 50,000 mi. The big-interval services (every 50,000 mi for coolant, and the transmission fluid) are the ones owners most often skip — on a lower-mileage example, assume the original fluids are still in it and check them first.

Every 7,500 miEngine Oil (drain & refill) · Engine Oil Filter (replace) · Tire & Wheel Assembly (rotate)
Every 15,000 miBrake System (inspect) · Cabin Air Filter (replace) · Driveshaft U-Joint (inspect) · Engine Coolant System Hoses (inspect) · Steering Linkage (lubricate) · Suspension Ball Joint (inspect)
Every 30,000 miEngine Air Filter Element (replace) · Exhaust System (Complete) (inspect) · Fuel Filter (replace) · Temperature Controlled Seat Air Filter (replace)
Every 50,000 miEngine Coolant System (drain, flush & refill)
Every 60,000 miWheel Bearing (repack)
At 100,000 miEngine Coolant System (drain, flush & refill)
Every 100,000 miAccessory Drive Belt (inspect) · Drive Axle Assembly (drain & refill) · Spark Plugs (replace)
At 150,000 miDrive Belt (replace) · PCV Valve (inspect) · Transfer Case Assembly (drain & refill) · Transmission Fluid & Filter (replace)

Reliability & federal safety record

Owner-reported issues, recalls, investigations and service bulletins on record with NHTSA — an unfiltered look at what owners actually experience.

The 2008 Lincoln Mark LT sits at the end of a generation whose federal filings peaked early and then tapered sharply: complaints jumped to 31 in 2006 alongside five recalls, then fell to seven in 2007 and just two in 2008, with no recalls in either of those final two years. The 2008 model specifically records only two complaints, split between tires and power train/vehicle speed control, plus one open investigation and 24 TSBs, with zero crash or fire complaints. Compared with 2006's volume and the five recalls that year, 2008 represents a much quieter endpoint, though the single investigation and elevated TSB count relative to 2007 show some ongoing manufacturer attention. That pattern suggests the 2008 model year largely escaped the peak defect-reporting activity of this generation. For a used buyer, the 2008 year is the most favorable of the four on this federal record, provided a pre-purchase inspection confirms the tires and drivetrain are sound.

0
Open recalls
NHTSA campaigns
24
Service bulletins
Manufacturer communications
1
ODI investigations
Office of Defects Investigation
2
Owner complaints
0 involved a crash · 0 a fire
NHTSA crash-test rating federal NCAP · out of 5 stars
Rollover★★★★
Owner complaints by model year NHTSA · this generation & adjacent

Owner complaints filed with NHTSA, by component

All 2 complaints on record, top 2 components.

Tires1
Power Train,Vehicle Speed Control1

Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation complaint database.

Recalls NHTSA · verified

No recall campaigns on record with NHTSA for this vehicle as of the last data refresh.

Technical service bulletins NHTSA · verified

Showing 5 of 24 bulletins on record with NHTSA.

BulletinDateComponentSummary
SSM 546012026-02-23Electrical SystemFord and Lincoln vehicles equipped with wired keyless entry keypad systems and accessory…
TSB 24-21882024-07-24WheelsThis article supersedes TSB 22-2219 to update the Parts List and Service Procedure to…
SSM 524762024-04-24EquipmentAll accessory stick-on keyless entry keypads come with a wallet card containing the…
SSM 481572019-09-02Electrical SystemSome 2002-2008 F-Super Duty, F-150 and Mark LT vehicles may exhibit concern during or…
DORD2Q5Z092019-07-16Power TrainThis SKU is a Transmission Oil Cooler Line. The customer communication requested return…

Common OBD-II trouble codes

The most common OBD-II codes for this vehicle's emissions system. These are standardized SAE J2012 definitions, not vehicle-specific fault reports.

P0420
Catalyst system efficiency below threshold — Bank 1
P0300
Random / multiple cylinder misfire detected
P0171
System too lean — Bank 1
P0455
Evaporative emission system leak detected — large leak
P0128
Coolant thermostat below regulating temperature
P0442
Evaporative emission system leak detected — small leak

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Frequently asked

How much oil does the 2008 Mark LT take?

7.0 qt of 5W-20 API, per the factory manual.

Does the 2008 Mark LT have open recalls?

NHTSA lists 0 recall campaign(s) for this model year. Check your specific vehicle by VIN.

What gas mileage does the Mark LT get?

EPA figures are 12 city / 16 highway / 14 combined mpg.