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What is this discussion about? Ford Focus, Hatchback, Sedan, Wagon

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#149 of 334 Re: 2004 Focus Sedan SE Wheel Noise [quint41] by tom71

Oct 22, 2005 (2:59 pm)

Replying to: quint41 (Sep 02, 2005 9:08 am)
If the creak noise related to the hub caps is the only problem you are
having with your 04 Focus, there is hope. You could of had all kinds
of worse problems with the car. If the Ford dealer doesn't resolve the
problem, you have rights, and suggest you keep good records and keep
complaining to Ford until they resolve it.
By the way, is the car noisy when cruising at freeway speed?

#150 of 334 Re: Ford Focus Noise/comfort [tdi guy] by tom71

Oct 22, 2005 (3:05 pm)

Replying to: tdi guy (Oct 20, 2005 7:49 am)
You mentioned you have the premium stereo subwoofer. Our you happy
with your Focus's stereo system - I assume you got the upgraded one?

#151 of 334 Re: Ford Focus Noise/comfort [tom71] by focusintexas

Oct 26, 2005 (12:02 am)

Replying to: tom71 (Oct 22, 2005 5:52 am)
i have a base focus... size 14. the tire brand is SEGURA and the bearings I just bought at O'Reilly autoparts. I had ALL bearings replaced. the wiggle is felt and i have tried almost everything to fix it: balance, alignment, pressure.
 
i am thinking of changing from 14 to 15, or even 16, if i find a good deal at ebay for rims. anyone know of a good deal for 15 or 16 rims? lemme know... thanks
 
btw, earlier i complained about cupping on my tires and I saw a similar focus with the same tire condition. this could be a structural problem for the 2003. i wonder...

#152 of 334 Power Window Failure by eriks100

Nov 08, 2005 (9:53 am)

Hi,
I bought my Focus SE new and now it's four years old and has a little over 50K miles. I had to replace my power window motor in the back last year and thought it was a fluke but now the other window in the back is having the same problem! Those windows don't ever get used!
 
Is anyone else having a similar problem?

#153 of 334 2002 Ford Focus Owner by lilred250

Nov 09, 2005 (7:45 pm)

just wanted to say hello and post a message. I own a 2002 Ford Focus ZTS. Bought it brand new. This car has been EXCELLENT! I have had zero problems except for the 6 disk CD player. I didnt even replace the battery until 65,000 miles. The car is terriffic, Only issue now is the car doesnt hold any value when trying to trade in or sell...

#154 of 334 Maintenance Book? by caroledrake

Nov 23, 2005 (10:39 am)

Anyone know of a good book that tells when to schedule all the maintenance that needs to be done? I used to have a car repair for dummys book that was good, but is there something specific for the 2004 Ford Focus?
Carole

#155 of 334 best maintenance book by carlrjr

Dec 01, 2005 (9:28 pm)

I'm not trying to be trite, but the owner's manual for your car is the best place to look for a maintenance schedule. There's also plenty of room to make notes about what was done.

#156 of 334 Anti Theft System by kevm

Dec 05, 2005 (7:15 pm)

Any one having a problem with the chip key anti theft system is it possible to have it deactivated

#157 of 334 Real fuel economy - -when? by kl_smith

Dec 10, 2005 (2:16 pm)

I have an 05 SES wagon / auto. After 4000km / 2500mi, I just checked after a trip yesterday which was 400km/250mi of which it was 90% hwy driving at 100 kph / 60 mph. By my calculations I am getting 8.25 l/km or 34 miles per gallon.
  
I believe this car should be getting up to 6.75 l/km or 42 mpg. Should I be concerned, or will this improve in time? And if so, when?
  
Thanks,
  
Ken

#158 of 334 Re: Maintenance Book? [caroledrake] by 3screwsloose

Dec 11, 2005 (3:42 pm)

Replying to: caroledrake (Nov 23, 2005 10:39 am)
Doesn't anyone have their owners' manual/maintenance booklet? It spells out what and when for hard driving and regular driving by years and miles. If you bought your car new you MUST have it. that's part of the new car. Not an option, or an accessory. If you bought it used, a lot of times the books get trashed during the clean up, or because the used car guys don't want to deal with them. They can also provide a history of what has been done to the car - oil changes, tire warranties, alignments, batteries, etc.

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