I know I have a crack in the reservoir, my car runs hot and there is so much pressure in it that It bubbles where the hoses connected to the reservoir and the water squirts out of it And leaks everywhere. One day I forgot to check the water and drove off and it immediately ran hot all the way to the red and I had to pull over because it started to skip and the engine light came on. I put water in it and check it always before I leave now but if I go far distances it will run hot and water squirts out of the crack and leaks out everywhere. Mostly on hotter days too. I think it may be the thermostat but I hope it's not the radiator. Also there is hot air that always comes in through the bottom close to the floor board that burns my toes ven when the whole system is off
What makes this problem better or worse?
When I go faster or longer makes it worst
How long has your 2005 Ford Focus had this problem?
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It is quite possible the head gasket OR the cylinder head itself has failed - recommend seeking professional *hands-on* assistance to perform the required testing - which should include a combustion leak test..
Good luck!
