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Everything Ford Focus

Whether its an older ZX3 or a brand new ST this is the place to share your Focus. Keep us updated on your build. Ask questions and discuss technical information. Post news about Focus from around the internet. Just share what makes your Focus awesome.

Some Important Links:

Part Identification:

Forums:

  • Focus Fanatics Most active and easy to navigate place. Great technical help. Some awesome build threads.

  • FocalJet Commonly mentioned forum. Not as active as FocusFanatics. Still a great community.

Part Stores:

  • Central Florida Motorsports Everything comes with instructions. Customer service is awesome. They fabricate alot of their own parts, often for cheaper than stock.

  • FSWerks Good place for aftermarket parts. Lots of upgrades.

Useful Subreddits:

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AdBlue not reseted after refill

Hey guys,

my MK4 Focus from 2021 needed a refill, so i did. The problem is it didn’t register it. Now i‘m looking at a not starting engine in 24km. What do i have to do? Nothing really screams error, just „adblue low“. (and tire pressure but my winter tires lack the sensors) How can i reset it?

2 Comments
2024/12/02
17:55 UTC

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Misfire in cyl 2 & 3

Got the code p0302/3 it’s mostly when I’m on the highway in 4th gear. It’ll randomly start bogging for about 30 seconds sometimes it goes for about 5 mins. I’ve noticed the AC also stops blowing cold air when it happens. Would you start with replacing the coils on those two cylinders ? Spark plugs are new

Manual 2014 se

3 Comments
2024/12/02
14:52 UTC

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Replaced TCM But Dealership...

I took my 2014 Focus (over 200k miles) to the local dealership because it wouldn't shift pass 4th gear. I figured it needed a new TCM and I was right. They ran the codes and confirmed that it was the TCM but that it also had a code for the clutch. After they installed the new TCM, I was told that the car was no longer running because of the clutch code the new TCM was unable to properly install/upload to the car. They want to charge me $3000 for a new clutch. The car isn't even worth $3000. Could they just reset the clutch code?

4 Comments
2024/12/02
14:47 UTC

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NCT FAIL...

Had her for a while now. 2010 ford focus. She's starting to cost me more in repairs than I can afford and just had her through the NCT today. At this stage I'm stuck in a sunk cost fallacy. 😭

2 Comments
2024/12/02
13:38 UTC

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Fuse box/control module

Are these a common point of failure on mk. 2’s? Last year mine failed (front wipers stopped working), now I may be having the exact same problem again! I need to go and have a poke with a multimeter to confirm, but I’m fairly sure it’s gone again.

I’m hoping this is bad luck (I get it often!), and that this isn’t a consistent issue down to faulty wiring or something, I could really do without a large bill just before Christmas.

0 Comments
2024/12/02
08:08 UTC

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2010 Ford Focus Fuel Consumption

I purchased a 2010 Ford Focus approximately one year ago and it runs pretty well. However, I can see the gas gauge moving down every time I drive it. I used to driving Toyotas and the gas mileage on them is great. I think there’s an issue with the fuel pump because it has a little bit of a sputter upon starting up in addition to low gas mileage. Two mechanics have told me everything‘s fine. Anyone else had issues with fuel consumption for the 2010 Ford focus? If so, please share your experiences and remedies

3 Comments
2024/12/02
04:21 UTC

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Engine malfunction “service now”

Just bought a 2014 1.6 tdci Ford focus from a private seller.

Driving it home I was accelerating smoothly and normally. Soon as I got onto a 70mph road I decided to boot it. Immediately went into limp mode giving service now warnings and was accelerating extremely slow. I turned it off turned it back on again and it worked as normal so I drove it as normal it’s very smooth and drives well. Again I accelerated hard and the same thing happened any ideas?

11 Comments
2024/12/02
00:18 UTC

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Need some guidance with a 2012 1.6 tdci

So got the car a month ago and decided to give it an oil change today, whilst under the bonnet I noticed an white / off white coloured hose just dangling over the gearbox, I traced it back and it attaches to the bottom of the fuel filter housing, its around 50 - 60 cm long and may be a vacuum line (I'm not sure?). Could anyone point me to where it might supposed to be attached

3 Comments
2024/12/01
20:24 UTC

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P0446 Evap code

2015 body (160k) with a 2017 1.0L Eco boost motor with around 40k miles

Car was driving fine and then I started having small issues starting the car sometimes. I replaced the starter and battery now she starts up strong and easily every time. The only issues are that now it’s requiring me to press the clutch AND the brake to start the car, weird??? Was only clutch before the repairs. Also the car is having massive lack of power (as if it had any to begin with) it’s full throttle in every gear and still struggling to get up to speed but it will eventually get there and I can drive it fine it’s just a bit unsafe as I can’t take off with any speed hardly at all so I have to wait for very clear road to turn out. Also check engine light came on and the scan was as I said p0446 that indicates a “fault in the evaporative emission system vent control electrical circuit for a predetermined period of time.”

I’m hoping for some insight on this topic while I do my research and trouble shooting. I’d like to fix the main issue before throwing parts at it since I’m already $400 bucks in parts to get this thing driving good again

4 Comments
2024/12/01
18:59 UTC

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Weird Situation need advice

Hi, I’m in a weird situation regarding my first car, and I could really use some advice. I’m about to get my license, and my dad insists on getting me a hatchback focus . I have a few options, but I’m not sure which route to take.

First, I’m debating whether to go with a standard SE hatchback and spend a little more money on to messing with it like getting a rs spoiler ect . If I get the regular Focus, I’d probably have to go with the manual, since the automatic transmissions on these cars are known to be unreliable (I don’t know how to drive stick, but my dad does). Another option is to get a st because cosmetically it’s exactly what i want but i don’t know if it’s worth the extra money because i’m not worried abt going fast at all

I’m torn because I could either put some money into a regular Focus and customize it a bit, or I could go all in on the ST. The downside to the ST is that it’s more powerful, and a lot of people say first-time drivers shouldn’t start with something that fast, which I agree with. Plus, the insurance would likely be double, since the ST is considered a sports car, and I’m young.

My budget is around $6,000 to $10,000, and my dad is pretty set on a Focus, so other cars are probably not an option. I’m grateful for whatever I get— I know some people would love to be in my position—but I’m just looking for advice on what would be the best choice.

9 Comments
2024/12/01
17:47 UTC

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Intermittent issue

This issue occurs every couple of months. 2018 ford focus platinum 97k miles New battery purchased last year and terminal end was replaced

7 Comments
2024/12/01
16:20 UTC

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The Big 3 !

so i’ve been thinking recently upgrading the big 3 for better overall ground system on the car has anyone else done this and so how overall does the car perform better? about normal or didn’t change at all .

7 Comments
2024/12/01
16:13 UTC

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Seat recliner

So, does anyone know if its possible to tighten up the recliner mechanism of a 2013 focus? It always seems to recline further back on its own, car could be haunted, but I think its more likely to be the mechanism. Cheers

1 Comment
2024/12/01
15:52 UTC

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2018 focus SE

2018 focus SE 2.0 with the dual clutch auto trans.

Had element B stuck.

Sent TCM off to be fixed. Got it back put on, didn’t fix.

Dropped trans replaced clutch and forks and actuators.

Put everything back fired up drove great.

Came back next day no crank no start. Transmission not in park. No indicator lights.

Checked plug getting 5V. Replaced sensor still no lights. Shifted in neutral car rolls so not misaligned that I suspect anyway.

Im at a loss. Checked several fuses too but I’m getting volts to the sensor.

Code was TCM low voltage and range sensor low voltage. And still shows element b stuck permanent.

I’ve reset TCM I’ve reset codes, charged battery.

Still no crank. Any ideas?

6 Comments
2024/12/01
15:11 UTC

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How to save settings for climate control and auto start stop

I have Ford Focus 2022 model and my climate control settings are reset every time I start my car. I want to save the settings and not have to change it every time I set out. How can I do it?

0 Comments
2024/12/01
12:41 UTC

7 Comments
2024/12/01
10:52 UTC

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So long Focus…

After 6 years, getting ready to leave the Focus world. It’s been real, overall I have to say this little car has been a trooper. Has definitely got me to work and back, took care of me and my family… from single car to 1 of 3.. thank you for always holding us down! May your next owner get the same use out of you we did! 🥲

1 Comment
2024/12/01
04:40 UTC

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Spare Tire Question

2013 Ford Focus spare, can i drive on it for a couple of days to work? Its on the rear and my job is only about a 8 min drive, no freeways

13 Comments
2024/11/30
22:15 UTC

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Need new shocks/struts

2017 Ford Focus S

I’m looking for some new shocks/struts for my car. I want something that is stiff and won’t lower the height of the car. Anyone have any suggestions? Also plan on putting a leveling kit in the front and maybe the back as well. The end goal with my car is it make it very rugged. Something that can stand up to constant abuse but at the same time can preform well on the road.

4 Comments
2024/11/30
18:27 UTC

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2000 zx3 45,000 miles

I have a few questions. Factory tire size is 205/50/16. I imagine many run 205/55/16 due to the lower cost/ availability/ variety. Do these cars accept a full size spare? Can the spare accommodate a 55 series? I just bought the car and am away from it for a while but want to take advantage of Black Friday sales so any feedback is appreciated.

I am also ordering a ton off of Rock Auto for the Timing kit, water Pump, fuel filter ect. I know it's very low mileage and it's a 120,000 mile interval for the Timing belt but I want to change it. I look forward to my new to me commuter!

1 Comment
2024/11/30
17:03 UTC

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Is my 2014 Focus 1.6 ecoboost recalled or not?

I just bought a 1.6 ecoboost Focus from 2014 (EU market). It is in very good condition, fully documented service book. I just could not figure out the exact situation with the coolant pipe recall. The dealer said it is after that recall, thats why there is no vertical pipe next to the coolant tank, and ford website also states no active recall on the VIN. Are there 1.6 ecoboost engines from 2014 that were factory modified on the cooling system, and no vertical pipe applied?

6 Comments
2024/11/30
15:15 UTC

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Low battery

Hello, I have a Ford focus mk4, 2018 and tonight I have drained the battery (motor off, radio, lights, dashcam, etc). If I start the car using the charging cables and leave it running for 30-60 minutes, what are the chances that it will start in the morning? Temperature now 5 degrees, in the morning negative 2-3. Thank you.

6 Comments
2024/11/30
14:54 UTC

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How long to warm up

Winters coming in ontario and Temps drop way below 0, so I was wondering how long should I warm up my 2014 before driving in the morning. Until the temperature thing rises or?

17 Comments
2024/11/30
13:27 UTC

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