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Under The Hood
Ok, so this page is not strictly about what is "under the hood" of your new 2001 Ford Focus. This page will introduce
you to some of the more important things you need to know about caring for your new Focus. We couldn't possibly recreate
the entire owner's manual here, so we'll highlite just a few things. Let's start with fuel, since your car cannot run without it.
NOTE: Always refer to your official Ford Scheduled Maintenance Guide. Documented from the 2001 Ford Focus Owners Manual!
Fuel System
The Ford Focus has an interesting little feature pertaining to the fuel filler cap. There's actually a warning light
on your instrument panel that illuminates if you have not properly installed after refueling. That's a nice little reminder,
as I'm sure just about everyone at one time or another has forgot to put the fuel cap back on after filling up. If for some
reason you have to replace your fuel filler cap, be sure to replace it with a genuine Ford or Motorcraft cap. Refer to your
official Ford Owner's Guide, page 227, where it warns you about potential damage and voiding your warranty if you do not replace
your cap with the proper replacement. It all has to do pressure and vacuum in the fuel tank!
The octane recommendation for your Ford Focus is 87 Octane regular unleaded. Premium grades, octane higher than 87 are NOT
recommended by Ford. Ford always does not recommend you use any lower octane fuels, 86 or less that may be sold in higher
altitude areas. 87 Octane is all you need in your Focus. Do not use any fuel additive either, especially those containing
metallic compounds, or manganese based compounds(MMT). According to Ford, it should not be necessary to add any aftermarket
products to your fuel and the owner's manual cautions you that repairs to correct any defects as the result of using such
products may not be covered by your warranty.
Ford does approve the use of gasolines that improve air quality, those that contain ozygenates up to 10% ethanol or 15%
MTBE. DO NOT however use gas that contains methanol, which could damage critical fuel system components.
Engine Oil
Ford recommends using SAE 5W-20 engine oil for optimum fuel economy, durability and performance. The engine oil should
be "Certified For Gasoline Engines" by the American Petroleum Institue(API). That's a little logo that is displayed on the
oil container. Ford specifically recommends the Motorcraft SAE 5W-20, WSS-M2C153-H product or equivalent. They also recommend
the Motorcraft oil filters. Ford does not recommend the use of any oil treatments or additives, as they may, under certain
conditions, lead to engine damage not covered by your warranty. You should always change your oil and filter according to
the scheduled maintenance guide.
Engine Cooling System
If your Focus has the 2.0L Zetec engine, your have what is referred to as "fail-safe cooling". This is a handy system,
should for some reason your engine's coolant supply become depleted, the fail-safe cooling allows the vehicle to be driven
temporarily before any incremental component damage occurs. The fail-safe traveling distance depends on ambient temperatures,
vehicle load, and terrain.
If your engine begins to overheat, the coolant temperature gauge will move into the red area, and
the multi-function automatic transaxle/cooling system light on your instrument panel will be illuminated. When the engine
reaches a preset over-temperature condition, the fail-safe cooling system will activate. The engine will switch to alternating
cylinder operation, each disabled cylinder acts as an air pump, thereby cooling the engine.
When this happens, your vehicle will still operate, however... the engine power will be limited, since you are not running
on all four cylinders, the air conditioning system will be disabled, and your check engine light on the instrument panel will
illuminate. Continued operation will increase the engine temperature and eventually the engine will shut off, and you will loose
your power steering and bracking. If at all possible, you should pull off the road and let the engine cool. If you car does shut off,
and once your engine cools down, you should be able to start the car again. You should however get your car to a service facility
as soon as possible.
Battery
Your Focus is equipped with a Motorcraft maintenance-free battery, which under normal conditions does not require additional
water during it's life. However, for severe usage or in high temperature climates, you should check the battery electrolyte
level.
If your electrolyte level is low, you can add plain tap water, as long as it is not "hard water", water with a high
mineral or alkali level. If possible, use distilled water. Do not overfill the cell levels. For longer, trouble-free operation,
keep the top of your battery clean and dry, make sure your battery cables are tightly fastened to the battery terminals.
If you see any corrosion on the battery cables, or terminals, remove the cables from the terminals and clean with a wire
brush. You can neutralize the acid with a solution of baking soda and water. After you have cleaned both the terminals and the
connectors, reinstall the cables and apply a small amount of quality grease to the top of each battery terminal to prevent corrosion.
Your car is electronically controlled by a computer, and some control conditions are maintained by power from the battery. If your
battery has been disconnected, or a new battery installed, the engine must relearn its idle conditions before it will drive properly.
Here is the process to "relearn" your engine idle:
- Set your parking brake.
- Put the gearshift in P(Park) if an automatic, neutral if a manual transmission.
- Turn off all accessories and start your engine.
- Let the engine idle for at least 1 minute.
- The relearning process will automatically complete as you drive your vehicle.
- If you do not allow your engine to relear itself, the idle quality of your vehicle may be adversely affected until the idle is relearned.
- If the battery has been disconnected or if a new battery has been installed, the clock and the preset radio stations must be reset.
Light Bulbs
Here is a table of the light bulbs used in your Ford Focus:
| Bulb Function |
Part Numbers |
| Headlamps |
HB2 |
| Parking and turn signal (front) |
3157K |
| Side marker (front) |
GE194 |
| Foglamps (if equipped) |
899 |
| Stop, turn signal, and parking |
3157K |
Back Up Lamp (Sedan/Wagon)
(Coupe) |
3156K
921 |
| License plate |
C-5W |
| High-mount brake |
W5W |
| Interior Dome (font/rear) |
12V10W |
| Interior Map |
12V6W |
| Luggage Compartment |
12V10W |
Capacities and Specifications
The following are table pertaining to various capacities and specs for your new 2001 Ford Focus:
MOTORCRAFT PART NUMBERS
| Component |
2.0L SPI |
2.0L Zetec-E |
| Air Filter |
98AB-9601-C() |
98AB-9601-C() |
| Battery |
BXT-40R |
BXT-96R |
| Oil Filter |
FL-400 S |
FL-2005 |
| PCV Valve |
EV-244 |
988F-6A666-AA |
| Spark Plug* |
AGSF 34EE** |
AZFS 32FE |
* Refer to Vehicle Emission Control Information(VECI) decal for spark plug gap information.
* If a spark plug is removed for inspection purposes, it must be reinstalled in the same cylinder it was taken from. If a spark plug requires replacement, use only spark plugs with the same service part number suffix letter as shown on the engine decal.
ENGINE DATA
| Engine |
2.0L SPI |
2.0L Zetec-E |
| Cubic Inches |
121 |
121 |
| Horsepower |
110 hp @ 5000 rpm |
130 hp @ 5300 rpm |
| Torque |
125 lb-ft @ 3750 rpm |
130 lb-ft @ 4500 rpm |
| Recommended Fuel |
87 Octane |
87 Octane |
| Firing Order |
1-3-4-2 |
1-3-4-2 |
| Spark Plug Gap |
1.4mm (0.054 inch) |
1.3mm (0.051 inch) |
| Ignition System |
Electronic |
Electronic |
| Compression Ratio |
9:35:1 |
9:6:1 |
REFILL CAPACITIES
| Fluid |
Ford Part Name |
Vehicle |
Capacity |
| Brake Fluid |
High performance DOT 3 brake fluid or DOT 4 brake fluid. Ford recommends Super DOT 4 for manual transaxles |
All |
Fill to line on reservoir |
Engine Oil
(Includes Filter Change) |
Motorcraft 5W20 Super Premium Motor Oil |
Zetec Engine
SPI Engine |
4.25L (4.5 quarts)
3.78L (4.0 quarts) |
| Engine Coolant |
Ford Premium Cooling System Fluid |
All |
5.75L (6.1 quarts) |
| Power Steering Fluid |
MERCON® ATF |
All |
Fill to line on reservoir 0.9L (.95 quarts) |
| Fuel Tank |
N/A |
All |
50L (13.2 gallons) |
| Transaxle Fluid |
See Lubricant Specs Table
MERCON® V |
Manual
Automatic |
2.0L (2.1 quarts)
6.6L (6.9 quarts) |
| Windshield Washer Fluid |
Ultra-Clear Windshield Washer Concentrate |
Sedan
Coupe, Wagon |
2.5L (2.6 quarts)
4.0L (4.2 quarts) |
LUBRICANT SPECIFICATIONS
| Item |
Ford Part Name or Equivalent |
Ford Part Number |
Ford Specification |
| Brake Fluid |
High performance DOT 3 brake fluid or DOT 4 brake fluid. Ford recommends Super DOT 4 for manual transaxles |
C6AZ-19542-AB for DOT 3 |
ESA-M6C25-A or ESD-M6C57-A Delta ESD-M6C57-A (Super DOT 4) |
| Door Weather Strips |
Silicon Lubricant |
COAZ-19553-AA
or
F5AZ-19553-AA |
ESR-M13P4-A |
| Door & hood latches, door hinges, striker plates, seat tracks, fuel filler door hinge |
Multi-Purpose Grease |
D0AZ-19584-AA
or
F5AZ-19G209-AA |
ESB-M1C93-B
or
ESR-M1C159-A |
| Engine Coolant |
Ford Premium Cooling System Fluid |
E2FZ19549-AA |
ESE-M97B44-A |
| Engine Oil |
Motorcraft 5W20 Super Premium Motor Oil |
XO-5W20-QSP |
WSS-M2C153-H with API Certification Mark |
| Lock Cylinders |
Penetrating Lubricant |
E8AZ-19A501-B |
None |
| Power Steering Fluid |
MERCON® ATF |
XT-2-QDX |
MERCON® |
| Automatic Transmission Fluid |
MERCON® V |
XT-5-QM |
WSS-M2C202-B |
| Manual Transmisssion Fluid - IB5 |
Synthetic Manual Transmission Fluid |
XT-M5-QS |
WSD-M2C200-C |
| Manual Transmisssion Fluid - MTX 75 |
MERCON® ATF |
XT-2-QDX |
MERCON® |
| Windshield Washer Fluid |
Ultra-Clear Windshield Washer Concentrate |
C9AZ-19550-AB |
ESR-M17P5-A |
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