Ford Focus Forum

engine clatter

Sat, 26 Nov 2011 09:25:40 -0500

Hi people I am posting this for a friend of mine in the hope that someone can help.His car is a 2007 focus 1.8tdci with 80k on the clock (ex lex lease car with full service history) the problem is th...The post does not have replies yet. Start the discussion here

wheels from Mk1 on Mk2

Sat, 01 Oct 2011 18:12:36 -0400

I just bought a 2006 Focus (Studio TDCi). I would like to get some wheels from the scrapyard and have winter tyres fitted on them. The scrapyards are full of Mk1 (pre-2005) Focuses. My questions are:...... The post has 1 replies so far. Read more and discuss here

Suppliers are hampering Ford Focus sales

Tue, 06 Sep 2011 15:40:18 -0400

From Wards Ford Focus sales continued their downward spiral in August, as one of the C-cars top competitors, the Chevrolet Cruze, gained momentum. In August, Focus sales were off 12.4% from year-ago...The post does not have replies yet. Start the discussion here

ebay focus st-170

Thu, 01 Sep 2011 18:18:12 -0400

http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/FORD-FOCUS-ST-170-Engine-MegaSquirt-Throttle-B odies-/300593608988?pt=Automobiles_UK&hash=item45fcc6791c Rog The post does not have replies yet. Start the discussion here

Is this the new 2013 Ford Focus Coupe??? Hope so.

Sun, 28 Aug 2011 23:00:40 -0400

The following pictures are something drawn up by independent designer David Cardoso. His work is amazing and guess what..... Ford is planning to show something like this at this years Frankfurt show...... The post has 1 replies so far. Read more and discuss here

Cigarette lighter trouble

Wed, 13 Jul 2011 15:08:07 -0400

Ford Focus zx4 se I replaced fuse-#47 -15A and it blew right away. Then cleared a short circuit in the lighter socket and inserted another fuse. It held but later when I truned the engine off it w...The post does not have replies yet. Start the discussion here

High Mileage Focus?

Wed, 15 Jun 2011 11:19:05 -0400

I am wondering how far people are pushing their cars? My Focus (2001 Wagon) is at 226,000 miles, original engine and trans. There was a poster here, John Cambron, who was at 237 last time he poste...... The post has 1 replies so far. Read more and discuss here

Cambelt replacement schedule ?

Thu, 02 Jun 2011 17:22:24 -0400

Hi folks, I have a 04 1.8 ghia ford focus and its done only 40k an was wondering when the cambelt is supposed to be done. The history of the car is its just had the usual servicing but nothing else....... The post has 2 replies so far. Read more and discuss here

Focus Mk 1 2001, exhaust heatshield clips

Thu, 26 May 2011 04:09:05 -0400

I was advised by the garage following my latest MOT & Service that the exhaust heatshield was loose. They did not regard it as a problem, but thought I should be aware of it. On examination, it app...The post does not have replies yet. Start the discussion here

2000 focus timing belt broke.

Mon, 23 May 2011 14:30:40 -0400

Genteleman: while i was driving the timing belt broke after replacing it the motor turned but did not start, friends say the valves my ae be damaged this consists of replacing the top end could thie...... The post has 6 replies so far. Read more and discuss here

$29.95 hid kit / 3 year warranty

Tue, 17 May 2011 13:18:27 -0400

Introducing the Besthids.com Mid Sized HID kit. Besthids.com feature RTC brand HID Kits, so you know your getting the best in the industry. Our HID kits are nearly bulletproof; bringing reliability a...The post does not have replies yet. Start the discussion here

faulty fuel sender?

Sat, 14 May 2011 13:42:49 -0400

My 2001 2lt Focus estate would not start this morning so I had to arrange an alternative lift to work, I returned home this evening and it still won't start, Switched the key on and its missing the f...... The post has 3 replies so far. Read more and discuss here

Phone Won't Stay Paired

Mon, 09 May 2011 06:58:09 -0400

I have a 2011 Ford Focus with MS SYNC. It seems like almost every time I get in the car, I have to re-pair my Bluetooth phone with SYNC. Does anyone else here have this problem? Tom L ... The post has 2 replies so far. Read more and discuss here

Bent transmission housing

Sat, 16 Apr 2011 21:35:07 -0400

2005 Focus automatic (ZXW wagon). Symptom = horrid scraping noise in reverse, although car otherwise reverses OK Probable cause = driving past road works, I drove over a heap of gravel higher than ex...... The post has 2 replies so far. Read more and discuss here

2005 Ford Focus

Thu, 10 Mar 2011 19:17:25 -0500

Ford Focus for sale, 2005, 160K 33mpg, runs perfectly is a great car,good tires,White. pictures on request, this is North Dallas. $3,800The post does not have replies yet. Start the discussion here

Extended warranty on front coil springs expires after 10 years

Mon, 28 Feb 2011 20:54:04 -0500

This is a reminder that the extended warranty of 2000-2003 Ford Focus on the front coil springs expires after 10 years or 150,000 miles in the US. Ford Motor Company is providing additional coverag...The post does not have replies yet. Start the discussion here

What is a good replacement vehicle for focus wagon ?

Mon, 31 Jan 2011 22:01:38 -0500

I have a 2001 focus wagon with 190.000 km. which I have been happy with. How many more km can I expect to get from it ? What is a good vehicle to replace it since focus wagons are no longer sold i...... The post has 5 replies so far. Read more and discuss here

ABS & Brake warning lights

Tue, 25 Jan 2011 20:47:44 -0500

2003 Focus SE wagon (US), 2.0L DOHC 16V ZETEC engine, automatic, optional anti-lock braking system, 117K miles. I don't ordinarily drive this vehicle during snow but last week I had an appointment an...... The post has 1 replies so far. Read more and discuss here

Oil suck-out/change via dipstick -Focus C-Max

Sun, 02 Jan 2011 05:54:17 -0500

My son just baught a 2nd hand 54 plate C- max in the UK I think he said it is a 1.8 Dura Tec engine ? Can anyone tell me if it is possible to suck out the oil without un-shrouding the engine bay f...... The post has 3 replies so far. Read more and discuss here

2004 TDCi metallic sound when starting

Sat, 20 Nov 2010 11:45:40 -0500

2004 Focus TDCi metallic clunking sound when starting Every time the engine is started there is a metallic clunking sound. Once the engine starts and I release the ignition key the metallic sound...... The post has 1 replies so far. Read more and discuss here

Lug nuts

Wed, 17 Nov 2010 10:00:13 -0500

Two model 2005 Focuses have had trouble with loose wheels (lug nuts not torqued correctly.) We believe one particular garage is responsible (i.e. incompetent) -- but is there any design cause? Ha...... The post has 1 replies so far. Read more and discuss here

2008 focus SE tires

Fri, 12 Nov 2010 23:40:01 -0500

Mine came with the 205/50/16 setup. Anyone out there tried saving money by buying 55s as replacement tires?... The post has 2 replies so far. Read more and discuss here

Focus Bluetooth

Wed, 29 Sep 2010 15:39:36 -0400

Hi I have 58 focus with bluetooth. I have used a single phone with it since new with no problems. My wife has now bonded her phone with the focus also. The car remembers which phone was last used w...... The post has 2 replies so far. Read more and discuss here

Reading Ford Focus Computer Emissions Cycle?

Fri, 03 Sep 2010 11:15:39 -0400

When replaced battery did not use a memory saver so all the auto computer info was lost. Unfortunately this occurred a few days before my New York Inspection deadline. Followed my 2002 Focus User G...... The post has 3 replies so far. Read more and discuss here

Ford Focus Chief Engineer leaves Ford for Yacht Builder

Tue, 13 Jul 2010 00:10:54 -0400

From AB Jens Ludmann, the German engineer in Ford's European arm who led the development of the S-Max, Mondeo and 2012 Focus, is departing the automaker after a successful 10-year run. Where t...The post does not have replies yet. Start the discussion here

THIS IS EXCITING FORD NEWS! Patience required as it will hit in 2012 (late 2011)

Tue, 22 Jun 2010 13:05:50 -0400

http://www.automobilemag.com/features/news/1001_2012_ford_focus/index.html Well, group, you've been here for me through thick and think with my 2002 Ford Focus Sedan. I only have 80,000 miles on it,...... The post has 1 replies so far. Read more and discuss here

car shut off

Mon, 21 Jun 2010 15:09:53 -0400

Hello all, yesterday I was driving my 2005 Ford Focus ZX-5. All of a sudden it shut off. The fuel level was low, but I've seen it lower. But I put gas in it anyway. I went to start the car and it was...... The post has 8 replies so far. Read more and discuss here

Moon Roof mechanism

Fri, 11 Jun 2010 10:43:05 -0400

The moon roof of a 2005 Ford Focus ZXW wagon is controlled by two switches. #1 tilts the rear edge of the MR up half an inch, and back to the closed position. #2 slides the whole MR to the rear (a...... The post has 4 replies so far. Read more and discuss here

Rain water leak below dash

Sun, 16 May 2010 15:58:58 -0400

My Focus drips rain water below the dash on the passenger side. Though the car is a 2002 year it has had this problem since I bought it in 2004. Does anybody know if these cars tend to have a man...... The post has 14 replies so far. Read more and discuss here

Focus Bluetooth and CD6000 unit

Mon, 03 May 2010 04:43:35 -0400

Hello. I have a 57 plate (Oct 07) reg 2.0 TDci Focus Titanium with a factory fitted bluetooth module that works through the CD6000. It's done about 20,000 miles. It's from Ford Direct. We got it i...... The post has 4 replies so far. Read more and discuss here

Problem with front door locks

Sat, 24 Apr 2010 23:55:45 -0400

Anyone any ideas of this problem? Ford Focus Diesel 2002 51 reg estate. Driver and passenger door not unlocking. symptoms are: Put key in and turn to lock and hear the locking noise, all doors lock, ...... The post has 1 replies so far. Read more and discuss here

Rattle in front drivers door

Mon, 19 Apr 2010 09:35:40 -0400

My 04 Focus 1.6 Zetec 5 door has developed an annoying knocking / rattle in the drivers side front door. You can hear it when turning a corner and when closing the door. In fact you can hear it when ...The post does not have replies yet. Start the discussion here

2001 Focus Hatchback Tailgate link problem - fixed

Fri, 12 Mar 2010 14:51:49 -0500

I have recorded in a previous post the problem I had with the wiper on the Focus tailgate/rear hatch, with it now returning to the park position. This was correctly diagnosed as a broken power cab...The post does not have replies yet. Start the discussion here

HELP PLEASE! WHAT REPAIRS CAN I EXPECT ON MY 2005 FORD FOCUS WAGON AT 150,000 MILES

Thu, 04 Mar 2010 17:42:59 -0500

I will always miss my Ford Escort Wagon 94, but things change. I have a 2002 Ford Focus Sedan with 77,000 miles. I just replaced the original tires, and put in new shocks and struts (I am not sure t...... The post has 6 replies so far. Read more and discuss here

transaxle fluid change

Sun, 28 Feb 2010 01:05:32 -0500

I have a 2002 Ford Focus wagon(US model). The maintaince manual says: At 30,000 miles change automatic transmission/transaxle fluid on all vehicles equipped with AX4S,4F50N, 4R100, 4F27E. Inspect aut...... The post has 4 replies so far. Read more and discuss here

GPS Broke

Wed, 24 Feb 2010 17:43:21 -0500

I have a 2003 Ford Focus.. Since a while my build-in gps keeps saying: Positioning. I've tried resetting it, but that doesn't work. Anyone recognizing this problem?... The post has 1 replies so far. Read more and discuss here

Alt light stays on

Wed, 24 Feb 2010 16:44:39 -0500

Any one have this problem. My 2000 Ford Focus Station Wagon has its altentor light stays on while the car i s running. It does not over charger or do any damage to the batter. Everything checks ou...The post does not have replies yet. Start the discussion here

The Newest Electric Cars in Town

Wed, 24 Feb 2010 04:17:39 -0500

The Newest Electric Cars in Town http://www.greenautomotive.co.cc/2010/02/newest-electric-cars-in-town.htmlThe post does not have replies yet. Start the discussion here

passed MOT

Thu, 18 Feb 2010 08:40:52 -0500

I've had my ten year old Focus for nearly one year now and today I took it in for the inevitable dreaded MOT test. Happy to say it is a decent car especially after all the MOT failures I've had on th...... The post has 4 replies so far. Read more and discuss here

Crazing of glass (plastic) transparent front cover on instrument pod

Mon, 25 Jan 2010 12:47:37 -0500

Hi I have a Nov 2005 reg Focus Zetec (Mk 2 UK model) and there seem to be growing cracks in the glass/plastic transparent screen in front of the speedo, dials etc. It has developed slowly, and we w...The post does not have replies yet. Start the discussion here

newsclient

Wed, 13 Jan 2010 16:02:30 -0500

My news client appears to have stopped working on this group via newsCIS, just testing to see if this message is actually posted. sorry its a test post really. Stephen. -- http://www.stephen.hull.bt...... The post has 3 replies so far. Read more and discuss here

2005 focus wagon hatch opens by itself

Sun, 10 Jan 2010 22:17:36 -0500

My 2005 Focus Wagon rear hatch will open or release by itself when the engine is started, usually when I put it in gear or when driving. I'll stop and close it but it keeps unlocking. I suspect it'...... The post has 2 replies so far. Read more and discuss here

2000 Focus SE Alternator Problem?

Thu, 31 Dec 2009 11:41:03 -0500

I have a 2000 Focus SE (Manufactured 11/1999) with the 2.0L Z-Tech engine, A/C, A/T, P/S, P/L, P/W. Here's the problem: When driving down the road, it seems that the voltage of the electrical system ...... The post has 12 replies so far. Read more and discuss here

How long does your red dashboard panel stay lit?

Wed, 30 Dec 2009 10:32:39 -0500

Got a 58 diesel titanium with a red dashboard display panel that can show 'miles till empty' , 'average mpg' etc. I've locked up and left the car before now, come back 30min later and the panel is s...The post does not have replies yet. Start the discussion here

Drivers door central locking doesn't work

Mon, 28 Dec 2009 03:27:39 -0500

My x-plate 2001 model 5-door has developed a strange habit. When opening the car with the drivers door key, only drivers door opens until you manually open the passengers from inside, or give it a mi...... The post has 2 replies so far. Read more and discuss here

Errors on registration certificate

Wed, 23 Dec 2009 10:45:43 -0500

Hello, I have a second-hand UK 08 registration Focus 1.6 Zetec Auto. The registration certificate describes the body as saloon and the number of seats as 4, including the driver. The car is a 5 door...The post does not have replies yet. Start the discussion here

Ford Focus parts & accessories

Tue, 22 Dec 2009 11:33:02 -0500

Amazon.com: http://xrl.us/FocusPAThe post does not have replies yet. Start the discussion here

Removing Rear Lamp Cluster

Sat, 28 Nov 2009 11:50:57 -0500

I would appreciate any tips on the best way to remove the rear lamp cluster on an 06 Mk2 5 door Focus (UK model). It is held on the inner side by two screws. The owner's handbook (page 187) says re...The post does not have replies yet. Start the discussion here

Focus 5dr 2001 rear wiper problem

Mon, 09 Nov 2009 09:46:35 -0500

I would appreciate any comments or tips in trying to solve the following problem. My rear wiper exhibits the following problem: 1) On switching the rear wiper on, it only does about one-third of a ...... The post has 2 replies so far. Read more and discuss here

Intermittent cutting out 2001 x-reg 1.8 petrol Focus

Wed, 21 Oct 2009 15:06:11 -0400

Had this problem since summer, seems to be getting slightly worse as weather gets colder. Symptoms are going along quite OK, then suddenly engine seems to lose power and you notice speedo has dropped...... The post has 5 replies so far. Read more and discuss here