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Re: Focus wagon 2003 won't start when hot [beccaorend]
by jazvan
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Aug 01, 2006 (9:33 am)
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Replying to: beccaorend (Jul 27, 2006 4:40 pm)
Wow, seems there are too many flakey Ford service departments. Seems any dealer or good mechanic could take a stab at this 'cuz it is not that uncommon of a problem. I have had cars in the past which exhibited the same thing to a lesser degree but I don't know anything Focus-specific. I think a probable cause is "Vapor-lock".
Jaz
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Re: Focus wagon 2003 won't start when hot [jazvan]
by beccaorend
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Aug 01, 2006 (2:59 pm)
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Replying to: jazvan (Aug 01, 2006 9:33 am)
"Flakey" is a kind way to describe my Ford service department. It took four visits for them to agree that there was a problem with my transmission (which would suddenly throw me forward as I would drive down the road). They finally rebuilt it under warranty. It took them two hours to determine that the reason my brake lights didn't work was the wires at the back gate had broken. My girlfriend who is a church organist diagnosed the problem the minute I told her about it. It happened with her Volvo.
From what I have read, it is very unusual for a fuel-injected car to have vapor lock . . .the Focus is fuel-injected, isn't it?
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Re: Focus wagon 2003 won't start when hot [beccaorend]
by jazvan
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Aug 04, 2006 (11:05 am)
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Replying to: beccaorend (Aug 01, 2006 2:59 pm)
Yes, all Focus are FI to the best of my knowledge. My Sciorocco was FI and that was the one I had the most problem with. I'm not sure vapor lock is the right term or diagnosis but the symptoms were like yours. I wonder if yours is 2.3 PZEV. That has a lot more plumbing and pollution control.
Jaz
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Re: Rear wheel noise on 2003 ZTW wagon [jdudzienski]
by awang44
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Aug 14, 2006 (8:06 pm)
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Replying to: jdudzienski (Jul 02, 2006 12:56 pm)
I have an 01 wagon. I had to replace both of my rear wheel bearings coz they are complete shut. I guess i'm a bit lucky since it was about 100k when i had to replace them. BUT they are making noise bad just after 10k and 13 months, which could be another 600 dollars out of my already slim pocket.
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Re: rear lights/electrical [robinc2]
by skinnyturtle
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Sep 14, 2006 (2:48 am)
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Replying to: robinc2 (Jan 05, 2006 7:47 am)
My 2002 Focus Wagon is in the shop right now with the same problem. I have to buy a new wiring harness and get it installed, gonna cost a minimum of $600, and the dealer did not provide a loaner car. This really sounds like a design flaw to me. That hatch should be designed to open & close a billion times without damaging the wire bundle. I think Ford should pay for this and correct the problem. Thank goodness I have a Chevy to drive while the Focus is down!
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Which oil filter??????
by hokusfocus
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Sep 14, 2006 (9:27 am)
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Have a 2000 Focus wagon SE with ZTech engine. There seems to be confusion as to which Motorcraft oil filter is right for the car. I have called different dealers and ask. Some say the FL400S if it is not the SVT engine and some say it is the FL2005 if it is ZTech. The last time the iol was changed at the dealer, they used the FL400S. The Motorcraft website says FL2005 for 16 valve dohc and FL400S for the SOHC engine.
Anyway, I'm totally confused as to the absolute correct filter to use. If anyone could enlighten me , I would appreciate it.
Thanks
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Re: rear lights/electrical [skinnyturtle]
by beccaorend
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Sep 15, 2006 (2:25 pm)
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Replying to: skinnyturtle (Sep 14, 2006 2:48 am)
I had the same issue (one of many) with my 2003 Focus ZTW. The guys who change my oil noticed that the brake lights at the top of the hatch door weren't working. They changed bulbs, but still no lights. At that time, my regular brake lights and turn signals still worked.
When I went to the Ford dealer for my state inspection (and recall for the rear latch), it seemed that I had no brake lights at all. They worked on it for two hours ($$$$)before discovering the problem was the wiring at the top of the rear door. As the service manager told me "it is from slamming the door". I said, "Oh, you mean from opening and closing the back gate? Shouldn't that be considered normal use?" Duh.
They suggested a whole new electrical harness, but we opted for repairing the wires. I still ended up costing me a fortune, but they did it while I waited.
I hope to be trading it in this weekend - but not for another Ford.
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Re: Leaking Rainwater [jeannad2000]
by vera5
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Sep 15, 2006 (6:55 pm)
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Replying to: jeannad2000 (Jul 12, 2006 10:51 am)
My focus wagon was at a dealership for a fluid leak-they replace a gasket. As I drove home when AC was on the car overheated. I returned car next day, they replace an air conditioner fan and a fuse. I retrieved the car today.This evening after a trip to the car wash water poured in through the front passenger side. I looked at the cabin filter seal when I got home. It is all loose. I am furious as this means for the fourth day in a row I have to return this car to the dealer. I have always loved my focus and I am very suspicious of shoddy service at the dealership.I have the extended warranty but each time they are picking away at my $100 deductible. I am glad to read other posts about this problem and I will take it up with them tomorrow. Unfortunately I am a woman in a man's dealership and they think here comes another sucker!! I will post the outcome. My focus has 61K and i was great until this week.
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Should I get a 2007 Focus Wagon
by fordwagon67
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Sep 15, 2006 (7:16 pm)
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Hi, new here but have been reading about many problems with the Focus. I will be replacing my leased 04 Corolla this month and am trying to decide between a Focus Wagon SES, a VW Rabbit, and a Pontiac Vibe.
I very much would like to get an American made and American company car, but I feel like I'm giving up much to do so such as safety and reliability. I looked at the Focus at a dealer and was shocked to see no rear headrests!!! it's 2007, a $9,999 Chevy Aveo has them!!!!!!!!!!!!!
No side curtain airbags available???!!!
I did drive the Focus SES sedan A/T and must admit in ride and handling it was superior to my Corolla, let me say quite a bit superior.
My last American car was a 1995 Saturn SW2 which was a very good car.
I really want to buy a Ford, especially now (I know, I'm a day late and a dollar short - but better late than never, right?)
All you satisfied Focus Wagon owners out there, please tell me it's a decent car.
Thanks!
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Re: Should I get a 2007 Focus Wagon [fordwagon67]
by bdyment
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Sep 16, 2006 (5:09 pm)
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Replying to: fordwagon67 (Sep 15, 2006 7:16 pm)
I have had a 2006 SES wagon since April 06. So far it has been a great car. Only ongoing concern is noisy rear brakes. Seems to be a problem for most Focus cars. Brakes work great however. We absolutely love the way it rides and handles. Absolutely top notch in this area.
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