{"product_id":"alternator-for-lincoln-mks-2011-2016-3-7l","title":"Alternator for Lincoln MKS (2011-2016) 3.7L","description":"\u003ch2 style=\"font-size: clamp(18px, 3vw, 21px); margin-bottom: 15px; line-height: 1.3;\"\u003eHigh-Output Direct-Fit Alternator for 2011-2016 Lincoln MKS (D385)\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat it Does:\u003c\/strong\u003e The replacement alternator restores stable 13.5V to 14.5V electrical charging to the 2011-2016 Lincoln MKS, preventing accessory failure, dimming lighting, and battery depletion.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eThe Stock Lincoln MKS Charging System Degradation\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe factory charging system in the \u003cstrong\u003eD385\u003c\/strong\u003e platform faces high sustained electrical loads from modern cabin electronics, power steering, and active safety systems. Over time, high underhood heat cycles degrade the internal voltage regulator and cook the varnish insulation on the stator windings. The internal carbon brushes wear down, causing high-resistance contact points on the rotor slip rings. This results in diode failure, low system voltage (sub-13.0V), flickering instrument clusters, battery warning lights, and mechanical noise or whining caused by dried-out rotor shaft bearings.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eThe Engineering Solution\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEngineered to exact OEM specifications, this direct-fit 175-amp unit addresses factory charging limitations with high-conductivity pure copper stator windings that minimize internal resistance and thermal heat soak. A dynamically balanced rotor reduces high-RPM centrifugal vibration, prolonging the service life of the heavy-duty sealed internal bearings. Paired with a solid-state internal voltage regulator and a factory-matched 6-groove decoupler clutch pulley, this assembly eliminates belt flutter while delivering smooth, consistent DC output across the entire RPM band. It directly interchanges with OEM part numbers \u003cstrong\u003eDG1T-10300-CB\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003eDG1Z-10346-F\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003eA003TX1691\u003c\/strong\u003e, and \u003cstrong\u003eA003TX1691ZC\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat's Included\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e1 Alternator (175A, 12V with 6-groove clutch pulley)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"overflow-x: auto; margin-bottom: 20px;\"\u003e\n  \u003ctable width=\"100%\" style=\"border-collapse: collapse; border: 1px solid #e0e0e0; font-size: 14px; min-width: 300px;\"\u003e\n    \u003ctr style=\"background-color: #f9f9f9;\"\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"padding:10px; text-align: left; border: 1px solid #e0e0e0;\"\u003eFitment\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:10px; border: 1px solid #e0e0e0;\"\u003e2011-2016 Lincoln MKS\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"padding:10px; text-align: left; border: 1px solid #e0e0e0;\"\u003eEngine \/ Chassis\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:10px; border: 1px solid #e0e0e0;\"\u003e3.7L Duratec 37 (Cyclone) \/ D385 (Ford D3)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr style=\"background-color: #f9f9f9;\"\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"padding:10px; text-align: left; border: 1px solid #e0e0e0;\"\u003eStock Output\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:10px; border: 1px solid #e0e0e0;\"\u003e304 hp \/ 279 lb-ft\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"padding:10px; text-align: left; border: 1px solid #e0e0e0;\"\u003eReplaces OEM Part #\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:10px; border: 1px solid #e0e0e0;\"\u003eDG1T-10300-CB, DG1Z-10346-F, A003TX1691, A003TX1691ZC\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eCompatibility\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e2011-2016 Lincoln MKS 3.7L V6 Naturally Aspirated (FWD \/ AWD)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eFrequently Asked Questions \u0026amp; Fitment Warnings\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eDoes this fit the D385 MKS?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes, this is a direct fit for the 2011-2016 Lincoln MKS equipped with the \u003cstrong\u003eDuratec 37\u003c\/strong\u003e 3.7L engine. \u003cstrong\u003eThis alternator will not fit models equipped with the 3.5L EcoBoost twin-turbo engine, as it utilizes a different mounting configuration and electrical connector.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003eShould I charge my battery before installing this alternator?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes, always ensure the battery is fully bench-charged prior to installation, as forcing a new alternator to charge a dead battery can overload and prematurely burn out the internal voltage regulator.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eThe Lincoln Luxury Standard\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eExecutive sedans demand silent, glitch-free electrical operation to maintain luxury cabin amenities and sophisticated active safety systems without voltage drops or electronic interference.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"VelocityMax","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":67896193548536,"sku":"DS-EYK3Z2GKQ","price":170.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0800\/1290\/2648\/files\/alternator-for-lincoln-mks-2011-2016-3-7l-1.jpg?v=1793293917","url":"https:\/\/performancechiptuning.com\/es\/products\/alternator-for-lincoln-mks-2011-2016-3-7l","provider":"Performance Chip Tuning","version":"1.0","type":"link"}