Ford Focus
Ford Focus questions and answers
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Q: ford focus?
Hello people,
I need to change my manuel car for an automatic because of my misses.Because i still owe money on my manuel car the only thing i seem to be able to get credet on is a ford focus 1.6lx auto.the car is an x reg(2000)and has done 44500 miles.it looks nice but the garage will not give out a years warrenty,the garage is a proper vauxhall dealer.any advice and any experiences i would be gratefull to you for.many thanks
also.....who is it up to weather you get a warrenty or not,is it the salesman,the finance company or who?
A: I have been driving a 2001 ford focus for five years and I never had any issues with it
If you really want to get that car you might consider requesting quotes from warranty companies, see http://www.extendautowarranty.info for some quick quotes, to see if it might be worth
The fact that the dealer isn't giving you a warranty is strange, dealers usually earn on warranties.
That said, a dealer that refuses to sell me a warranty on a car would make me suspicious,if this doesn't depend on something like that this dealer can't sell you warranties on non vauxhall vehicles or something like this: if he won't give you any warranty and you're not purchasing a separate one I wouldn't get a car that he wants to sell without any warranty
In case you decided to get the car without any kind of warranty visit the dealer with a mechanic you trust and make him examine the car, just to make sure that the car hasn't been in a major accident
Q: FORD Focus?
The ford timing belt renewal interval is 100 000 miles / 10 years. My question is if a ford focus 1.8 petrol has covered 100 000 miles or is 10 years old, and the mechanic changing the timing belt and tensioner considers that the idler pulley is still working properly and doesn't change it, how is the car owner supposed to know when or if in the future it will need doing?
A: The mechanic can certainly recommend the tensioner and idler be replaced as preventive maintenance as long as he's in there. As the vehicle owner you may elect to replace them or not replace them. It is your choice. But you do take the risk that either could fail in the future. They probably won't, but they could. The choice is yours.
Q: Ford focus?
I own a 1999 T reg Ford Focus 1.8 petrol and wondered if anyone knows how long the timing belt idler pulley should last.
A: Hi
If its the plastic one then I would replace it when you replace the belt.
To be honest, every belt change for me is a whole kit, not just the belt, and if the belt has to come off for whatever reason, unless its younger than 2 years old, then I insist on a belt and tensioner kit.
Its not a good idea to retension an old belt.
Cheers
Geordie
Q: What is wrong with a Ford Focus if you have to almost floor it to get it going?
My friend has a Ford Focus, its had some damage to the drivers front food and windshield replaced. When it gets cold, around 30 degrees, you have to almost floor it to get it going. Can you tell me what might be causing this? After driving a few mins on highway it runs normal again. Does it just need warmed up or maybe something to do with the battery, if maybe the battery is on that side that got hit?
A: it may have something to do with the battery, but most likely the poblem is that the engine isnt warmed up, when startin the car at that temperture you need to wait at least five minutes with the engine running and After you do that it should run normaly.
Q: What is the difference between the 2009 ford focus and the 2010?
I'm buying a new ford focus and i was wondering what the difference between getting the 2009 and the 2010? I will be getting the SES coupe with mostly all of the upgrades !
A: I research the 09 and 10 model and the different is that the 10 version SES model comes standard 17 inch painted alloy wheels, standard abs with dynamic control, ford sync system now is upgraded to a navgation,traffic, and info system and last the mykey feature which now the remote keyless entry is ingrated to the key. Keep in mind 09 model are better deal cuzz u get the 2500 dollars rebate while the 10 version u get only 1000 rebate. My dad bought the 2009 ford focus SES and he got it for 10999 plus tax and fee and the msrp is 19375 so pretty much rape the ford dealership. Good Luck
Q: 2001 ford focus acting up with the running lights?
I have the 2001 ford focus last night it kept blowing the 10 amp running light fuse. Today when a mechanic tried reproducing the symptons it wouldnt blow for him. All lights are working no shorts were detected Any tips?
A: try putting in a bigger fuse id say a 30 amp if it blows that try a 40 and if it blows that then you should take it to a garage again
Q: What is the part that plugs into the resistor on a ford focus called?
It's a 2002 ford focus. I replaced the cooling fan resistor but it looks like the part that plugs into it is shot.
A: Wiring pigtail connector. This is a common problem with these vehicles. Hope this helps.
Q: How much does it cost to replace piston rings on a Ford Focus?
Hello there,
How much does it cost to have piston rings replaced on a Ford Focus? Would it be cheaper to buy the rings myself (if this is possible) and just pay for labour or is it best just to let the garage to do their work?
A: Why would you just want to replace the piston rings? By the time the piston rings are worn out the bearings, valves and camshaft are also ready to be replaced or rebuilt. If you have a problem and someone told you that you need to replace the rings I'd suggest you take it some where else and get a second opinion. Before you have any major work done you should get several estimates for the job.
Q: Can a ac unit be installed in a 2002 ford focus that came without one?
I bought a 2002 ford focus that was advertised as having ac.
I bought it from a mechanic who has other focus's that he could pull one out of.
Is this something a resourceful mechanic could do?
I really like this car and would like to keep it.
A: it is something a mechanic should be able to do
Q: How to tell if ecm on a 2003 ford focus is no good?
2003 ford focus 2.0L vin P came in with a bad battery and alternator, After replacing them the battery light is still on and I can't connect to the computer with either of my OTC Scan tools. Checked the fuse for data link and it was good. Battery had a bad cell and alternator was bench tested out of car and was bad.
I believe Ford told me it did control the charging system - it was something new.
A: If the car will start and run then the ECU is good....The ECU does not control the charging system....
Q: How do I stop my Ford Focus turning on the air conditioning every time I start the car?
I have a 2006 Ford Focus TDI Sport and every time I start the engine the Air Conditioning turns on. I don't wish to use it so keep having to turn it off, I was wondering if there is any way to stop it turning on in the first place unless I want to use it
A: The guys are right, you have to turn the AC to the off position whenever you are you are done using the car.
Q: Does the ford focus get good gas mileage?
Im thinking of buying a ford focus and was wondering if anyone knew as to what year has the best gas mileage? Thanks so much !
A: The 2008 Ford Focus gets 24 mpg city/ 35mpg-on-the highway . Thats pretty good gas mileage.
Q: What would be the cost to replace a clutch on my Ford Focus?
I have a Ford Focus SE, and am being quoted approximately $1000 total parts/labor to replace it at the Ford dealership.
Is that about right, or am I being overcharged?
A: You are being overcharged a bit. But you should expect that when taking it to a dealership. It should be in the range of about $700+or-. If you are not sure where to take your car that is NOT a dealership, a good starting point is to go to the NPR Car Talk website to their mechanic files.
Here's the Link:
http://www.cartalk.com/content/mechx/find.html
It lists comprehensive reviews for mechanics in your area. A good resource.
Q: How do I change the cabin air filter on my 2007 Ford Focus?
I need to replace the cabin air filter on my '07 ford ford focus. My plan is to purchase the filter at an auto parts store and replace/install the new one myself. I have never done this before. If anyone knows how to I would greatly appreciate a reply. Thanks.
A: Your car does not have a filter.
If it did, you would find the information in the "Climate Control" section of your manual and would provide the location of the filter.
On my Taurus, I have to pull some clips that holds the plastic cowl down on the passenger side of the engine bay.
Q: What is it when a 2000 ford focus is stuck in second gear?
i was looking at a 2000 ford focus and it is stuck in second gear. i dont know if it is the clutch, transmission or a broken connection somewheres. any suggestions would be great thank you very much!
A: It's the transmission
It happened to my b*tch of an ex boss and she had to have her whole tranny replaced