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#100 of 149 Re: Ignition Switch [grad] by krusty_schmitt Apr 22, 2006 (4:03 pm)
Replying to: grad (Jun 05, 2005 10:15 am) ABSOLUTELY!!! i cannot afford to keep replacing these had my car for only three years and already put two new ignitions in it.
#101 of 149 Re: 2000 ford focus ignition switch lock-up [krusty_schmitt] by oldescortlover May 25, 2006 (11:00 am)
Replying to: krusty_schmitt (Apr 22, 2006 3:48 pm) I have a 1992 Ford Escort (which I love) and am about to replace because of rust. A couple of times, I would put the key in the ignition, and the key wouldn't turn. A mechanic told me to just jiggle the steering wheel a bit and then try the key. This has worked for me on the few occasions that the steering column essentially locked up.   Also, I noticed that the ignition "keyhole" gets kind of dry. (My brother broke the key forcing it once.) My mechanic told me to squirt some WD-40 in there once in a while. I've been okay ever since. But this is the only car that I've ever owned that's needed this.   I am thinking that this ignition problem has been around for a very, very long time and that Ford has not fixed it yet!
#102 of 149 Re: Ignition Switch [maureen9] by snub May 25, 2006 (11:32 am)
Replying to: maureen9 (Feb 16, 2001 9:56 am) I have a SE 4 door (ZX4) and have just come across this similar problem today, last night my car was fine, this morning, I couldnt get the key in the ignition, I "co-erced" it in a bit, and got it in, though sticky/tricky, and the thing is locked up, steering and all. I had no warning about this prior that something was fatiguing or wearing down. I called the dealer and they said this happens a bit with all foci, "however",the rep said, "at this time it is not considered a recall?"... Crap!. they estimated about $300 inc labour for the fix to the "tumblers" I think it is?
#103 of 149 ignition lock-up by snub May 27, 2006 (9:13 pm)
Well, alternative to taking the car to the Dealer to get fixed, I called in a Locksmith here in town (Edmonton, Alberta). They fixed the problem by drilling out the old and re-installing a replacement(after about 2 hours of work) for $200 CDN, PLus they guarantee their work and are with the BBB (Dial Locksmiths of Edmonton). New Key was not needed. They say they do 2-3 foci a week with the same problem. Better prices than the dealer and no tow fees!. I wouldnt pay ford to do it anyway!...As soon as I find out whom to write to, I'll be writing a letter to Ford.   BTW, my car is a 2000/yr model and has 65000 K's
#104 of 149 Re: ford focus ignition key failure [focusowner] by snub May 29, 2006 (3:31 pm)
Replying to: focusowner (Jun 25, 2005 7:33 pm) This is my letter to ford...   Yesterday, My vehicles ignition locked up without warning. The Dealership quoted me $300 for repair and that "they see this mechanical failure happen with the FOCUS alot, yet, it is not a recall item or TSB". I have researched this complaint and have come across a multitude of similar or exactly the same complaints all over North America. "Forums Galore" to coin a pun.   I spoke with several dealers and locksmiths which led me to conclude that the failed cylinders resulted from a substandard manufactured cylinder which rapidly deteriorates with use and eventually fractures and jams.   Ford apparantly is well aware that these fragile cylinders are made of substandard materials and are breaking and jamming at an alarming rate.   I Had no option but to get this fixed (by a locksmith, smaller estimate cost than Dealership, whom does 3-4 of the same fixes p/week on focus/s). I do not believe this is a cost that should be absorbed by the consumer, as I have also found out that MANY owners have had to have the repair done more than once, sometimes at the dealer and sometimes with a Locksmith. The cost for my repair was $197 + GST. I would expect Ford to re-imburse me for this amount upon submission of reciept. Please forward me the correct address to whom I may send the Bill.   I have tolerated the MANY numerous recalls and defects regarding the FOCUS's quality and safety control issues,including having to replace the over-sensitive airbags, windshield in a 5 KM hit, however, this most recent incident, if not attended to By Ford in a Forthcoming manner, will be the one that forces me to cease purchasing Ford Product in the future (I have been a loyal ford customer for close to 20 years).   Regards   Simon R Jones Edmonton, Alberta
#105 of 149 online petition for signatures to get this ignition thing dealt with by snub May 29, 2006 (3:44 pm)
PLease ensure that if you have had this ignition problem at all, go to the following link and sign the petition for Ford to do something about it!   Ford Ignition Petition
#106 of 149 Re: 2001 SE Sport [stvkrenim] by destriana Jun 16, 2006 (11:15 am)
Replying to: stvkrenim (Jan 30, 2003 7:08 pm) I also have been having rear brake squealling noises. Started 33,000 miles now have 43,000 miles. It has been at the dealership 3 times for replacement of brake parts, pads, etc. Was told there is a TSB out on this issue. Just left the dealer approximately 2 weeks ago and the braking squealling is back again. The dealer told me it might come back again...Don't know what to do, still owe another 2 years on it. Any ideas of how to fix the brake issue?
#107 of 149 Ford Focus 2001 Rear Brakes Squealling!! by destriana Jun 16, 2006 (11:21 am)
Have been having this problem since 33,000 miles. Now have 43,000 miles. Have had it in the dealership 3 times and had the brakes pads, shoes all upgraded with the TSB from Ford. The last visit they even attached some kind of magnets to the brake area and told me that the squealling may come back and it did. Soooo sick of it and it is very annoying coming to a stop to hear that noise. Still owe on this car, any advice on how to fix this problem? Thank You Replies to this message: briggy05 (Aug 18, 2006 4:02 pm) bdyment (Aug 19, 2006 8:56 am) destriana (Aug 20, 2006 9:03 am) paintcrazy (Aug 26, 2006 6:36 pm) and 1 more... conanh (Aug 27, 2009 2:13 pm)
#108 of 149 Ford Focus 2003 SE Ignition Problems by maep Jun 25, 2006 (6:32 am)
I started having problems with my ignition sticking and not being able to turn the key a few months ago. On May 31st I parked my car at my daughters house and tried for a whole day to get the key to turn and it wouldn't. I called 2 different Ford Dealers in Edmonton, 1 where I bought it and another closer to where the car was. Where I bought the car I was quoted $300-500 for the repair (plus towing it there would have probably cost another $150). The closer dealer quoted me $400-700. This particular dealer's service department was very rude to me when I asked them how come the price difference and if they would arrange the towing to which they said no. They would not give me a timeline to when the car would be fixed! I was also moving and my boss came out to help move my things into my new residence and said he would go home and research the problem on the internet. He called me later that evening and said that a woman from Edmonton had called Dial Locksmith to fix her car and it cost $200! So I called them the next morning and they quoted approximately $200-300. Early afternoon I met them at my car and the very qualified and pleasant technician proceeded to drill out my ignition and only charged me $175.00!!! I would totally recommend them to anyone in the Edmonton Area as they are quick and you save the towing charges and hassle with Ford. I also will be looking into where to send a letter to Ford with my complaint. They must get 1000's of them!!
#109 of 149 Ford Focus 2000 Ignition Problems - Temp Solution by ja_norton Jul 05, 2006 (9:55 am)
I experienced this problem 2 months after purchasing a used Focus. The first time it happened, the 1st locksmith contacted by AAA refused to help me citing ignition problems were extremely common in the Focus and they could not help me. They recommended having it towed directly to the dealer. Fortunately, a 2nd locksmith was contacted and he was able to get the key to turn by spraying WD-40 into the ignition, putting the key in the ignition and tapping the top end of the key with the handle of a screwdriver. I've used this technique for the past 6 months and have a can of WD-40 in my car at all times. The problem has progressed to the point where I have to pound the crap out of the key in the ignition about 20-30 times before I can get it to turn. I was using my hand until it started bruising, now I'm using the manual that came with the car. I'll have to get it fixed very soon, but hopefully this technique will help someone in a jam!

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