Resources for the Repair and Maintenance of your Ford Focus
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Ford Focus Problems
Warped Front Brake Rotors Can Cause Steering Wheel Shimmy
Warped front brake rotors may cause the steering wheel to shimmy when the brakes are applied. Our technicians tell us the brake rotors and pads should be replaced to correct this concern.
Rear Wheel Bearings May Fail Due to Corrosion
In areas of high corrosion rear wheel bearings tend to fail. Ford agreed to replace these failed bearings at no cost. This program was to expire on December 31, 2002. Our technicians tell us it is unlikely Ford will replace any more of these failed bearings free of charge.
rear door latch broken
The rear driverside door would not stay shut. We tried everything but the latch would not latch. We ended up taking it to our mechanic and he had to replace the entire latch mechanism. This should never happen considering that this door is hardly used and the car only has 37000 miles on it.
Ford Focus Recalls (Recent)
Ford Recalls 2000-2005 Focus Vehicles Due to Rear Door Latch Issues
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Ford has recalled certain 2000-2005 Focus vehicles in states that use road salt because corrosion may build up at the pawl pivot area of the rear door latch. This may prevent the door from latching properly. If this occurs, an occupant could fall out of the vehicle. Dealers will install a lower rocker seal to the door to prevent corrosive material from entering and will evaluate the rear door latches, which will either be lubricated or replaced.
Learn more »Ford Recalls 2000-2001 Focus Vehicles Due to Battery Cable Insulation Damage
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Ford has recalled certain 2000-2001 Focus vehicles because the battery cable insulation may become damaged. This may cause the Check Engine Light to illuminate and the vehicle may fail to start. Dealers will secure the battery cables as necessary and verify proper routing. If insulation damage is present, the cable will be replaced.
Learn more »Passenger Side Windshield Wiper May Stop Working
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A seal in the wiring harness connector to the passenger side wiper motor may be missing. As a result, water or other contaminates may enter the connector, causing intermittent and/or complete failure of the passenger side windshield wiper motor. Reduced visibility caused by failure of the passenger wiper motor can increase the risk of a crash. Dealers will inspect, and if necessary, clean and properly seal the electrical connector for the passenger side windshield wiper motor. Any inoperative motors will be replaced. The Ford recall number is 12S29.
Learn more »Ford Recalls 2000-2001 Focus Vehicles Due to Fuel Delivery Module Filter Contamination
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Ford has recalled certain 2000-2001 Focus vehicles because the filter in the fuel delivery module may be contaminated. This may cause reduced fuel pressure, which can lead to hesitation, loss of power, and surging. Dealers will replace the fuel delivery module.
Learn more »Ford Recalls 2000-2001 Focus Models Due to Loose Control Arm Pinch Bolts
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Ford has recalled certain 2000-2001 Focus vehicles because the lower control arm pinch bolts may be loose. In extreme cases, this can cause separation of the ball joint, which greatly increases the risk of a crash. Dealers will inspect the pinch bolts and torque them appropriately.
Learn more »Ford Focus Questions and Answers
is the transmision on a focus spi the same as the one on the ztec and can i change it from an automatic to standard
My car won't start check engine light is on it's making a knocking should I called a mechanic he said it would cost me 1700 for parts and labor what should I do and the engine has 50,000 miles on i...
Zetec engine, How difficult is it and what sequence do I remove parts to replace an alternator?
Is there away to get into the trunk through the back seats. The trunk release won't work and neither will the key.
The rear right light will work (for braking and night time use) but will not blink!? Other lights & blinkers are working fine.
Has anyone had this problem or does anyone know how to fix this?
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Ford Focus Stories
I have a 2003 Focus. I love my car. It only has 68,000 miles on it as I don't travel a lot. I have had only one problem. The ignition switch locked and I had to have a locksmith remove a small part inside the cylinder. That was not expensive. I found out what to do from checking the internet. Lots of luck to the rest of my fellow Focus owners. I hope you are as happy with your car as I am.
Has anyone report an unsual increase in miles on the odometer
what is the size for the rear hub nut
My dad has a 2005 Focus and I absolutely hate that car. It's cheaply made and stuff is always going wrong on it. The steering has never been right and the brakes squeak like crazy. The dealership checks them every time, and I'm sure they've been replaced, but insists there is nothing wrong with them. They are so loud you can't drive with the windows down and I always wear sun glasses in his car because I'm really embarrassed to drive it. Literally everyone around you, outside or inside their cars, stares at you.
I own a 97 Ford Escort and would not trade him in a million years. You could not give me his focus for free... I wouldn't want it.
This is a very good car so if your looking for a car that is dependable then this is it.