Every car ages differently. Some develop dementia and electronics fall into insanity, the second are prone to heart attacks in the fuel system, and others simply die ingloriously and suddenly. Fortunately, neither one, nor the other, nor the third concerns the second Focus, which ended its assembly line life back in 2011. But he found a new life and very often - from the second owner. Diseases and senile problems Ford Focus 2 is the topic of today's laboratory work.
Clinical picture
The vast majority of Ford Focus 2 with mileage that plow our roads were assembled in Vsevolozhsk with an ambitious goal: to flood the country with high-quality and inexpensive cars. It didn’t work out to fill up, but those who wanted to make sure of the Ford quality didn’t remain offended. Moreover, given the price at that time of the new Ford - in the basic configuration, Focus 2 cost almost the same as fresh domestic cars. It was a rather drastic step on the part of Ford Motors, but it brought the company more than one thousand new customers.
In the secondary market, the second Focus is not going to lose ground and remains one of the most popular cars. It is perfectly packed, has optimal dynamics and fuel consumption, and the supply of iron is quite well established, so there are no problems with maintenance in this regard. There are problems, but this is a separate conversation and they do not concern supplies. In a word, those who decide to buy or sell Ford Focus 2 will not wait long. A client will be found quickly, and the price of the car has not fallen too much. However, there are some nuances that surfaced during operation.
The most reliable Focus 2 engine
There were several engines of the second generation, including diesel ones. Which Focus engine is the most reliable, only time has shown, and this choice will obviously not please Ford Motors engineers. It's still the same good old antediluvian 100-horsepower Duratec 1.6 liter from the old Focus. Of the entire line of motors, it simply has no equal. The main thing is to change the timing belt and oil in time. Well, at least once in 8-9 thousand. And then he will please with reliability, however, to the detriment of dynamics. In this regard, the 115-horsepower 1.6 Ti-VCT looks more interesting on the Focus. It is more elastic, more dynamic and moderately capricious. Especially after 2007, when the old camshaft couplings were replaced, the motor became clearer and more reliable. The diesel Ford Focus 2 is a rather rare occurrence, there are only about 4% of them on the market. For some reason, quite economical and unpretentious Duratorks are not sold much, unlike gasoline versions. 
All gasoline Focuses have one disease, which has nothing to do with the miscalculations of the designers. The gasoline pump has always been distinguished by overestimated requirements for the quality of gasoline. And it is, frankly, not so hot with us. And simply - lousy gasoline. Focus 2 malfunctions with the fuel system are associated with it. Pumps die quite quickly, since gasoline acts not only as a pumped liquid, but also as a lubricant for the pump itself. And from our gasoline such a lubricant is like soap from sand, that's why pumps fly with terrible force. And here you need to be careful when buying a new one. Demand creates supply, so a suspiciously large number of "original" Bosch pumps began to appear. In the Bosch company itself, most likely, they would be very surprised to learn about the number of sold “branded” pumps in our market.
Our dear body
Oddly enough, the bodywork became the most expensive component of the Russian-assembled Ford Focus 2 cars. With him, and the most problems, and in the service it translates into a pretty penny. It's because of the build. If the motors come to the line in the form of car kits, then the body is already a headache for our technologists and production workers. And they don't seem to have a lot of headaches. Because literally six months later, especially on hatchbacks and station wagons, paint begins to bubble on the edge of the trunk. Not only is it ugly, but it is also corrosion, and in a conspicuous place. The bottom and thresholds are galvanized according to the technology, but the zinc layer is eaten away by the atmosphere and moisture in 7-8 years, so in any case it is necessary to apply repeated anti-corrosion treatment.
But with such annoying blunders as doorways and trunk openings, you have to put up with them and process them already when it becomes impossible to endure this disgrace. True, they say that they worked on this problem on cars after 2009, but time will tell.
Chassis and transmission Ford Focus 2
They don’t complain about the boxes of the second Focus, but even here there are some tricks. It turns out that the mechanics have become almost more brittle than a simple machine gun. Especially in this regard, the five-speed IB5, paired with a 1.8-liter Duratek, distinguished itself. If it is heavily loaded, the axis of the satellites may crack over time, and this leads to holes in the gearbox housing. The cost of restoration is almost 2000 euros. Therefore, it is better not to overload cars with this configuration.
The MTX75 from a two-liter engine showed itself to be more reliable, so they try to look for just such a box in the secondary market paired with any engine. Of the troubles of the transmission, this is perhaps all. Unless the release bearing may require replacement a little ahead of time, this is 50-55 thousand km. Boxes go up to 150 thousand. The suspension brought no surprises, it is almost the same as on the first Focus, and the rear multi-link can run 130 thousand without a hitch.
In general, apart from some problems with firmware and electronics, the Ford Focus remains one of the most affordable and reliable cars with a blue oval and in the short term the appearance of equal good old Focus is not expected.
Ford Focus begins its history in 1998. In 2004, the second generation of the model appeared, which underwent restyling in 2008. In 2011, the 3rd Focus came to replace.
Ford Focus has been a bestseller in the market for both new and used cars for many years. According to many analysts and polls, this is the most popular foreign car. The car turned out to be quite successful. Many car owners, having left on the first generation of Focuses, remained devoted to him and, without hesitation, moved to Ford Focus 2. The new car brought with it new diseases. We will focus on these shortcomings.
Engines
Focus 2 received the latest Duratec series gasoline engines with a new gas distribution system that provides high performance and economy. These are engines 1.4 (80 hp), 1.6 (115 hp), 1.8 (125 hp) and 2.0 (145 hp). It was possible to buy a Ford with the old reliable engine of 1.6 l / 100 hp. Zetec series.
New engines, as promised by Ford, thanks to modern technology, turned out to be quite high-torque, but some of them caused trouble. However, their share is not high. The main problem, characteristic of all motors of the new series, was electronics. The main complaints are floating idle and dips in traction during heavy acceleration. The reason lay in the errors of the ECU mixture formation program, coils, connectors and ignition wires, as well as in the throttle. Electronics sometimes started to fail after 30-40 thousand km.
Duratec series engines are also very sensitive to fuel quality and spark plug health. This, in turn, often leads to engine interruptions, detonation and difficult starting in the cold season.
Some engines completely failed even with a run of 40-70 thousand km due to oil starvation caused by a faulty oil pump. As a rule, the pressure reducing valve is stuck. The first sign of illness is a short blinking of the “oil can” and a crankshaft oil seal leak. If you do not pay attention to this and pull with a visit to a car service, then you can get into a long parking lot due to engine jamming. The more fortunate ones will simply lose compression, but there will be one verdict - turning the liners.
With a run of more than 80-100 thousand km, the owners complained about an increase in oil consumption - about 100-150 grams per 1000 km. By 250-300 thousand km, the appetite sometimes increased to 1 liter per 1000 km, which is not the norm. It's all about the underlying rings. The cost of overhaul will be 20-60 thousand rubles.
After 100-150 thousand km, the valve cover gasket may leak. The starter and generator begin to mope after 150-200 thousand km. By this time, the supports of the power unit are also wearing out (3-5 thousand rubles apiece). After 200,000 km, the fuel pump fails.
Ford Focus 2 engines are not equipped with hydraulic lifters, and therefore the manufacturer recommends adjusting the valve clearance every 150,000 km. The process is quite laborious and expensive. Some instances need valve adjustment after 100,000 km.
Engines with a volume of 1.8 and 2.0 liters have a timing chain drive with a declared resource of 300-350 thousand km. There are practically no problems with the timing drive up to 200-250 thousand km. Engines with a capacity of 1.6 and 1.4 liters are equipped with a timing belt drive with a recommended replacement interval of 150,000 km. Mechanics advise to reduce it to 100,000 km. The cost of a new set with work is about 9,000 rubles.
In 1.6 / 115 hp engines assembled before 2007, camshaft gears often failed. Later, the gears were finalized, and they became more durable. The cost of one gear is 5,000 rubles.
Fuel consumption is not a costly aspect of operation. It is directly envy of the temperament of the driver and corresponds to the characteristics of the engine. For a 2-liter engine, it is, on average, in the city - 12-13 liters with a manual transmission and 12-14 liters with an automatic transmission, and on the highway it is content with 7-8 liters. The version with 1.8 consumes about 10-11 liters in the city and up to 8 liters on the highway. A 1.6-liter modification requires up to 13 liters in the city with automatic transmission and up to 11-12 liters with manual transmission, and about 7 liters on the highway. The smallest 1.4-liter block is close in terms of gasoline costs to 1.6 liters: up to 11-12 liters in the city and 6-7 liters on the highway.
Diesel Focus 2 did not receive mass distribution. The reason is the poor quality of the fuel, which affects the longevity of the injectors, and the fear of the owners. There is a joke among the people: "Diesel loves service, but service does not." One of the drawbacks is the failure of the glow plug sensor. As a result, the electronics "overexposures" the candle longer than the calculated time, and it burns out. With a run of more than 100,000 km, the EGR valve fails.
In a 1.8 TDCi turbodiesel, a dual-mass flywheel is quickly surrendered - after 80-120 thousand km (20-26 thousand rubles). There are also problems with the turbine (110,000 rubles). If you refuel in proven places, then nozzles (22,000 rubles apiece) will last more than 200,000 km, and high-pressure fuel pumps (70,000 rubles) - more than 300,000 km.
Diesel, unlike its gasoline counterparts, is more economical - up to 10 liters in the city and 6 liters on the highway.
Transmission
The 4F27E automatic was developed jointly with Mazda. With proper operation and a timely oil change, it takes care almost on a par with the engine. The most common complaints are shifting jolts that appear after 100,000 km. But with them, the automatic transmission is able to survive 300-350 thousand km. To restore working capacity, you will need at least 50,000 rubles.
There are two mechanical boxes: MTX-75 and IB5. The first one is the most reliable. It was combined only with 2-liter gasoline engines and diesel 1.6 and 1.8 TDCi. IB5 often requires repair after 200-250 thousand km: synchronizers, bearings, satellite axle, differential and 5th gear wear out. For repairs, it may take from 10 to 40 thousand rubles.
The clutch can last up to 200-250 thousand km, but the release bearing (2-4 thousand rubles) can give up a little earlier - after 150-200 thousand km.
After 120-180 thousand km, sometimes you have to deal with leaking drive oil seals. A little later, the outboard bearing of the right drive shaft fails (2-5 thousand rubles). And by 200,000 km vibrations appear due to wear of the internal CV joints (from 4,000 rubles).
Chassis
The power steering used on the Ford Focus II also does not leave itself without attention and requires monitoring of the condition of the pipelines. A traditional power steering is more reliable, but it happens that fluid leaks from high pressure pipes. The innovative electric power steering (EGUR - EAHPS) driven by an electric motor manifests itself after 60,000 km by fluid leakage through the junction of the high pressure pipe with the steering rack.
EGUR is characterized by howling, especially when turning the steering wheel, which manifests itself more and more over time. Subsequently, you have to change the bearings. After 200,000 km, the pump may fail due to wear on the motor winding or a blown transistor. The pump is only original - 30,000 rubles. For its repair in the service they will ask about 12,000 rubles.
After 150-200 thousand km, the steering rack may require attention - a knock appears, leaks or bites the steering wheel. The cost of a new original rail is 48,000 rubles, and an analogue - from 13,000 rubles.
Leaving the salon on a still brand new car, the owners often found tapping somewhere on the right. The source is the subframe, which is also a safety element that ensures that the engine goes down under the car in a head-on collision. Noise is eliminated by a dense rubber lining.
After 100-150 thousand km, silent blocks, ball bearings and shock absorbers of the front suspension are often suitable for replacement, and after 150-200 thousand km - silent blocks and shock absorbers on the rear axle.
Front wheel bearings wear out after 120-180 thousand km. The rear bearings are almost eternal.
Body
The body is hard to tolerate salty winters. With the advent of spring, the fifth door and the trunk lid “bloom”. Blisters are formed after 1-1.5 years of operation under the license plate and near the chrome lining. Corrosion overcomes the rear wheel arches and rear fenders (in the corner near the bumper). Repainting helps only for 2-3 years. Thresholds often peel off under the influence of sandblasting from the wheels. Chips on the body are gradually rusting. Against this background, the hood stands out sharply, which is not subject to corrosion, and the chips are almost not covered with rust. However, such characteristics of the metal have become the norm for most automakers, and against the background of any other car brands, this drawback is not out of the ordinary.
Interior
Trends in the use of trim materials have not bypassed the Ford Focus II. In general, they make a good impression, but multiple squeaks that appear with the onset of cold weather give out low quality. Most often annoy the dashboard and door trim. Sometimes extraneous sounds are emitted by moldings and the interior upholstery of the trunk. Noise isolation is average, but the wheel arches are the worst insulated. The front seats often creak, and with a run of more than 50,000 km, the seat height adjustment mechanism sometimes fails - with frequent use.
After 150-200 thousand km from time to time the display on the dashboard starts to fail, the system malfunction indicators light up, and erratic error messages appear. The reason is a burnt processor or bad contacts (need to be soldered).
Conclusion
In general, the Ford Focus 2 is a car for the people, as a rule, with proper handling and maintenance, it has served faithfully for many years.
Focus II - a car manufactured by Ford. These cars are no longer produced and can only be bought second-hand. The demand for these cars is, as a rule, only among young guys who have recently graduated from a driving school. Many call Focus " credit sickness" or " office plankton machine”, due to the fact that low-income citizens often buy them on credit.
The 2nd generation of Focus was produced from 2004-2012. The suspension design, which was truly amazing and reliable, is taken from the first generation. In 2008, restyled cars with an updated design went on sale. There is nothing left of the first generation (the only exception is the engine and roof).
Safety
The second generation Focus is one of the safest cars. Indeed, according to Euro NCAR, it has five out of five stars for the safety of a passenger (35) and a child (40), but pedestrian safety is much less, and is only two stars out of five.
Advantages and benefits of the Ford Focus 2
- Several body styles: four-door sedan, three-door and five-door hatchback;
- Salon: ergonomic, different colors, depending on the configuration, good acoustic sound, roomy, informative and readable instrument panel, decent quality of the air conditioner, leather or fabric seat upholstery, comfortable lumbar and lateral seat support;
- Luggage compartment: the volume of the sedan is 466 liters of luggage, the hatchback is 281 liters, if the seatbacks are folded down, the seats located will increase to 930 and 1145 liters, respectively, the loading height is low, the openings are wide;
- A large range of power plants: 5 gasoline engines and one turbocharged diesel;
- Low fuel consumption for a car equipped with a 1.4 engine - in the combined cycle is 6.6 liters per 100 km;
- Electronic injection, upgraded ignition system, good dynamics in a two-liter engine;
- Power plants comply with the standard not lower than Euro-4;
- Reliable steering;
- Long service life of automatic and manual transmission;
- Hodovka is hardy and comfortable;
- Good indicator of controllability;
- The cost of maintenance is low;
- You can install non-original spare parts, of which there is a huge selection on the market.
Weaknesses Ford Focus 2
- Body;
- Salon;
- Electronics;
- Engine;
- Transmission;
- Suspension.
The first thing to look at when buying is the body. You should immediately understand that the car is quite old, and the fact that the factory paint has faded somewhere, and the body and doors may be rusty, the trim in the cabin will be worn out, and the thresholds and bumpers will have operational damage. But still, Ford has other disadvantages for the body, which you must be aware of and repair them immediately after purchase. Ford Focus 2 does not like Russian winters, it is because of this that the Focus has frequent breakdowns:
1) The problem with locks. The most important thing is with a larva for opening the hood (a Ford Focus feature of both 1st and 2nd generations is opening the hood with a key), the lock turns sour. There are two ways to fix all this: anoint the lock cover (where the emblem is) with penetrating grease or change the lock from plastic to metal, which will work well from the Ford Mondeo.
2) Sometimes there are “jambs” with incorrect operation of the central lock, which is responsible not only for the lock of the door itself, but also for the gas tank hatch.
3) The problems of chrome coating, which is designed to make the car more beautiful, but after several winters, rust begins to appear in the place between metal and chrome, which no longer makes the car beautiful.
4) If you have a hatchback or sedan car, then you should regularly check the license plate lights, because. these body types have problems with the wires of this node, which is corroded due to moisture.
5) Malfunctions with windshield washers, which consists in the fact that the windshield washer hoses fly out of their fasteners and flood the engine.
In general, Ford's interior is not bad. The quality of the fabric lining is excellent, it remarkably withstands the dry cleaning process and is wear-resistant, but after a few years of operation, the interior begins to creak noticeably.
The most expensive piece of electronics that often fails is heated seats, for which you will have to pay no small amount of money. Often there are problems with the stove, the motor of which can fail. Also, by about 50 thousand km., The resistor breaks, accompanied by a not strong, but unpleasant whistle. The heat sensor in the cabin also suffers, but only in versions with cruise control. Also, because of the Russian winters, the heating filaments of the side mirrors suffer. In restyled cars, it is quite difficult to change the bulbs in the headlights, since for this the headlight has to be taken out entirely.
Focus has four engine options: 1.4; 1.6; 1.8; 2.0 liters. Let's look at each separately:
1) 1.4 liter engines, by themselves, are strong and reliable (if they regularly change the oil and filters), but it is better to put the mechanics in the layout, because it definitely won’t go on the machine. But one problem arises from this - due to the fact that the engine always spins at high speeds (it will not go at low speeds, because it has little power), the engine resource is quickly depleted. Therefore, when purchasing a car from third or more hands, you should think carefully, because there is a risk of getting into a major overhaul of the motor;
2) 1.6 liters (100 hp) - this engine, like 1.4, is considered durable and reliable (also do not forget to change consumables). Its main advantage is the simplicity of design, so you can fix the engine yourself. But, today, the engine power is very small. And if you take it assembled with a machine gun, then you definitely won’t have enough dynamics.
1.6 liter (115 hp) - this model of the engine will be better than its predecessor of the 100-horsepower engine, and you can already drive with a gun, with almost the same gas mileage. It is distinguished only by the added variable valve timing system, both on the intake and exhaust shafts. This motor has a problem with the phase shifter clutch, which "ends" quickly, but on later and improved models, this problem happens less often.
3) Engines of 1.8 and 2.0 liters are almost identical in design and their problems are also similar. The resource of such motors is 350 thousand km. What needs to be changed? The most important thing is the timing chain (200 thousand km.), And the gasket between the head and the block (100 thousand km.), Otherwise, oil loss from the engine begins. You also need to often monitor the tightening of the bolts, otherwise they are unscrewed due to vibrations.
The gearbox of this car has three options, and each has its pros and cons, let's deal with each:
1) The IB5 manual gearbox is not very good, it has enough sores and they are not very pleasant. The most common is the departure of the second gear. All this is due to weak synchronizers. But due to the fact that the box will often work at full capacity, the axis of the satellites in the differential may burst, and all these actions in the future will lead to a hole in the crankcase, the repair of which will not be cheap. There are also problems with the input shaft bearing, if you hear a rumble from the box, then run to the service, because. this will not lead to good consequences, but only to difficult and expensive repairs.
2) The MTX75 manual transmission gives more love and hope because it lasts longer. Its disadvantages are oil seals and gear shift rod seals, but this is all easily done. It is also better to monitor the oil, it should not be at a minimum, otherwise the shafts and gear rims wear out quickly and become unusable. You also need to monitor the release bearing, which is very weak and wears out after 50 thousand km.
3) The 4F27E automatic transmission is very reliable, because it has been installed on cars since 1980, and all the jambs in it have long been fixed, which is why this automatic transmission is reliable like a tank. Only one thing spoils the picture - after 55 thousand km. it is advisable to change the valve body and also need to replace the pressure regulator solenoids.
As I said before, the Focus has a great suspension that came from the first generation. The suspension is reliable and rarely breaks, all this is due to the excellent tuning of the independent chassis, but still some elements fail and need to be replaced. The most basic, not long-lived elements:
- Rack support bearings. By 40-70 thousand km. They fall into disrepair and require replacement. The wheel bearing also requires attention, which comes only assembled with the hub.
- After 40 thousand, a soft knock may appear, which means that the stabilizer struts have become unusable.
- At 80-110 thousand kilometers, it will be necessary to change the bushings and with them: ball bearings, levers and silent blocks. After all this, you need to pay attention to shock absorbers.
After replacing these parts, your suspension will be as beautiful as the car that came off the assembly line.
In conclusion, about the shortcomings of the 2nd generation Ford Focus.
Our "office plankton machine" is not even bad. For a simple guy, she is quite suitable, even though she has some disadvantages, but if you follow these disadvantages, then everything will be in order. Of course, you won’t be able to buy a new car, but when buying “from hand”, you need to check all the listed weaknesses.
P.S.: Dear car owners, if you have noticed systematic breakdowns of any parts, assemblies of this model, please report it in the comments below.
Weaknesses, advantages and main disadvantages of the Ford Focus 2 with mileage was last modified: March 2nd, 2019 by Administrator
The Russian Focus II was equipped with gasoline engines of 1.4 liters (80 hp), 1.6 liters (100 and 115 hp), 1.8 liters (125 hp) and 2.0 liters (145 hp). Dealers also sold versions with a 1.8-liter turbodiesel with 115 horsepower. As standard, with engines of 1.4 liters, 1.6 liters and 1.8 liters, a five-speed manual gearbox of the IB5 series was combined, and with a 2.0-liter engine, the same “five-speed”, but with the MTX75 index, capable of “digesting” a larger torque. For all gasoline engines, except for the 1.4-liter, a four-speed "automatic" was offered.
In 2008, Ford introduced the updated Focus, which many even called the third "Focus" - the car changed so radically. But it was a classic restyling. The car got different fenders, hood, bumpers, headlights, exterior mirrors, sidewalls - without moldings, but with more dynamic stiffeners. And the most noticeable innovation is the radiator grille in the form of a huge inverted trapezoid. For all versions, except for the sedan, rear LED lights were offered as an option. There was another luxury equipment Titanium. In the cabin, the climate control unit and the dashboard have been updated. Finishing materials have become even better. But in technical terms, Focus has not changed. It is the restyled versions that are preferable for purchase - most of the congenital sores in such "Focuses" had already been cured by this time.
Modifications Ford Focus II
Body
As a rule, the examination of a vending copy begins with the body. We are still met by clothes. And if Focus has not inspired you with its appearance, do not rush to refuse. Burnt paint, sandblasted sills at the bottom and darkened decor details on cars with high mileage are more likely signs of natural aging than barbaric exploitation. Particular attention is paid to the chrome trim on the trunk lid: corrosion in the place of its contact with the body appears after two or three Russian winters. It costs about 5000 rubles. At the same time, check the license plate light - its wiring quickly corrodes. And to a greater extent, hatchbacks and sedans suffer from this. Repair - 1500 rubles.
In winter, due to moisture, the touch buttons of the trunk lock often freeze. In addition, the “Focus” has retained its signature sore since the first generation - a sour lock for opening the hood. In order for it to open easily, it is necessary to lubricate the inner surface of the emblem covering the lock cylinder. Better yet, change the regular plastic lock (3000 rubles) for a metal one from Mondeo. Often the central lock fails, because of which not only the doors are blocked, but also the gas tank hatch. Therefore, an attempt to refuel with a failed central lock may be unsuccessful.
Salon
The interior of the "Focuses" is assembled neatly and conscientiously. Even with age, squeaks and crickets, he does not annoy. And the fabric upholstery lends itself well to dry cleaning and is wear resistant. True, it happens that salon equipment and electrics mope. There were complaints about the failure of seat heating. Moreover, for the original "heater" you will have to pay about 10,000 rubles. There are known cases of climate control whims due to the failure of the cabin temperature sensor (2500 rubles). Therefore, checking the performance of the air conditioner before buying a used Focus is desirable. Also drive the “stove” in various fan modes - the “whistling” of the motor will indicate its imminent death. The new electric motor will empty the pocket for 7500 rubles. True, often a burned-out resistor (900 rubles) can also become the culprit for the sudden “death” of a fan. Often the dipped beam and dimensions bulbs burn out, to replace which you have to remove the headlight. And in winter, you need to be ready to replace the failed elements of the side mirrors. The new amalgam is estimated at 2,000 rubles.
Engine
The mechanics praise the basic 1.4-liter engine - it has practically no congenital sores. The main thing is not to forget on time, every 80 thousand kilometers, to update the timing belt (timing). True, due to its modest volume and power, it is usually “turned” to its fullest and it works for wear and tear, falling into second hands already at the limit of its resource.
The 1.6-liter engine (100 hp), which was installed on the first Focus, rightfully bears the title of the most massive and reliable. It accounts for more than a third of all Focuses on the market today. The motor of the South African assembly is intended for operation in the countries of the third world. Its simple design determines excellent maintainability and low cost of operation. But this unit is also considered by many to be rather weak for a modern car. Especially when paired with an "automatic".
Whether it's his 115-horsepower counterpart, equipped with a variable valve timing system on the intake and exhaust shafts. The engine thrust is already quite enough in all modes, and it gets along much better with the “automatic”, and in terms of economy it is not inferior to the 100-horsepower version. Only now, this modern motor quickly “ends” the phase shifter clutch (11,500 rubles). True, on modernized machines, the unit has become more durable.
Modifications with “fours” with a volume of 1.8 and 2.0 liters are second only to versions with a 1.6 liter engine (100 hp). Both engines are identical in design and suffer from common ailments. The resource of motors is 350 thousand km. And in the timing drive - a durable chain, which is usually replaced after 200 thousand km. But in order for the motors to live safely to old age, after the first “hundred” you should pay attention to the valve cover gasket (1,000 rubles), which begins to poison the oil. However, at first, you can limit yourself to tightening the bolts that are weakening due to vibrations. And then just a replacement. By this time, as a rule, the upper hydraulic support of the engine wears out (3500 rubles).
The unreasonable blues of a 1.8-liter engine (on a 2.0-liter engine it appears less often) - poor traction and cold start, torn idle and increased fuel consumption - was associated with unfinished software of the electronic engine control unit. Therefore, dealers changed its firmware depending on the malfunction, although these measures were extremely reluctant. Ignition coils and high-voltage wires, gasoline pumps are also short-lived. The throttle body and the exhaust gas recirculation valve become dirty rather quickly. Converters (34,000 rubles) do not differ in “mileage”, the life expectancy of which depends on the oil consumption of the engine. If the appetite of the motor increases to 200 grams per 1000 km, you need to sound the alarm and contact the service. Otherwise, costly repairs are guaranteed.
It is advisable to change the oil in a 1.8 liter turbodiesel after 5–10 thousand km, and refuel only at trusted network gas stations. And then the high pressure fuel pump (TNVD) will overcome the bar of 200 thousand km. Repair - from 30,000 rubles. You will have to spend money on new injection nozzles (12,500 rubles each), flush the exhaust gas recirculation valve. After 100 thousand km, the dual-mass flywheel wears out. A similar problem, by the way, also occurs on a 2.0-liter gasoline engine. If you feel jerks when starting off and a characteristic rattling, change immediately. The part is expensive - from 25,000 rubles, but the consequences of the destruction caused by the flywheel will be even more tangible.
Transmission
On an IB5 manual gearbox, after 50–80 thousand km, “departures” of the second gear are known due to weak synchronizers. And when working with an increased load, the axis of the satellites in the differential may burst, which threatens a hole in the crankcase and repairs for 100,000 rubles. If, when making a test drive, the box “howls like a beast”, then the input shaft bearing is worn out. And it urgently needs to be changed. Otherwise, the consequences can be devastating.
But the “mechanics” of the MTX75 are more durable. True, over time, oil seals and seals of the gearshift rod leak in it, and due to the low level of gear oil, the shafts and gear rims of the gears wear out quickly. The clutch can last 100 thousand km or more, if it were not for the weak release bearing, made in a single block with the clutch slave cylinder, which wears out after 50 thousand km.
But the "automatic" is as simple as five cents and reliable as a tank. The 4F27E box was installed on various Ford models back in the late 1980s, so today it is almost completely devoid of childhood diseases. After 150 thousand km, it will only be necessary to repair the valve body (22,000 rubles) and replace the pressure regulator solenoids.
Suspension
With driving properties, the Focus II is in perfect order thanks to the jewelry-tuned independent suspension. Its main elements are centenarians. The idyll is broken by the support bearings of the struts, "nursing" an average of 40-70 thousand km. Approximately the same amount was released for wheel bearings, which are changed as an assembly with the hubs. When replacing, do not forget about the ABS sensors - they are often damaged during dismantling. With light knocks in the suspension after 40,000 km, the stabilizer struts will make themselves felt. But the bushings withstand almost twice as long. Simultaneously with them, at 80-110 thousand km, the turn of updating ball bearings complete with a lever and silent blocks will come. And then shock absorbers are on the way (4200 rubles each).
In the rear suspension, stabilizer struts are updated every 60–80 thousand km. Bushings last an average of one and a half times longer. By the “hundred” the lower levers wear out. Shock absorbers (3800 rubles each) are destined for a slightly longer period - they often reach 110-140 thousand km.
In steering, rod ends are enough for 50–80 thousand km. And the rail itself on the first machines even changed under warranty, but by 2008 it had become more durable. Moreover, versions with 1.4 and 1.6 liter engines were equipped with a traditional hydraulic booster, and more powerful modifications came with an electro-hydraulic power steering, in which the pump control board could “burn out”. Usually you have to change the entire assembly for 28,000 rubles.
Outcome
Finding a technically sound Ford Focus II will not be difficult. If you are not satisfied with modifications with reliable engines of 1.4 and 1.6 liters (100 hp), you can find a Focus from Europe with an equally reliable 2.0-liter turbodiesel. True, we have few such versions. And it is better to opt for post-styling cars - they have already had childhood illnesses.
Ford Focus II (2004–2011): medical history
The second generation Ford Focus became a bestseller even before the start of its official sales. All the work on promotion in the Russian market was done for him by his predecessor, who was highly demanded by our compatriots. And the appearance of the Ford Focus II marked a new, higher quality product - the car was distinguished by good-quality finishing materials, good driving properties and a reasonable price, which was provided by the Vsevolozhsk assembly. Under St. Petersburg, sedans were produced, as well as three- and five-door hatchbacks, and station wagons and hardtop coupe-cabriolets were brought from Europe.
Ford Focus II (2004–2011): medical history28.04.2017
The Ford Focus is a typical representative of small class C city cars. It was created on the basis of the C1 platform from Ford, the Mazda 3, Volvo S40, Ford C-Max, Ford Kuga were also created on it. Ford Focus competes with Mitsubishi Lancer, Opel Astra, Toyota Corolla, Skoda Octavia, Chevrolet Cruze, Honda Civic, Renault Megane, VW Golf, Nissan Sentra, Subaru Impreza.
Ford Focus was equipped with various models of engines, including both gasoline and diesel engines. The model range is significant from 1.4, 1.6 eco-boost engines to 2.5 turbo engines with 300 hp. under the RS version. Consider the degree of reliability, resource, rules for the operation of such engines. This article is an overview of the engines that were installed on the first generation of Ford Focus cars.
DURATEC 16V SIGMA (ZETEC-SE)
The Ford 1.4 Duratec 16V 80 hp engine was installed, for the most part, on small cars like the Fiesta and Fusion. However, the engine frankly weakly pulled even these small cars, not to mention larger models. Given the small working volume, the engine has a good practical resource. The timing drive uses a belt, and it is necessary to timely replace the rollers and the belt.
Of the minuses, the inelasticity of the engine and low power are noted. If the engine is carefully and carefully operated, then it serves its owner reliably. Also, the engine is distinguished by good efficiency. As for the shortcomings of the engine, the following are most common.
Sometimes the thermostat can get stuck, as a result of which the engine may overheat, or, on the contrary, there is a problem with warming up to operating temperature. The engine may knock. There are no hydraulic lifters, so periodic adjustment of the valves is required. Sometimes there are problems with the right engine mount, as a result of which vibrations can occur. Occasionally there are situations with engine tripping, but in general the engine is quite decent.
ENGINE DURATEC 16V SIGMA
Ford Focus Duratec 1.6L engine. saw the light in 1998, since 2004 it was renamed, and instead of Zetec they began to call Duratec. The torque increased, and began to be 150 Nm, at the same time the engine was strangled to meet the Euro-4 environmental standard.
The owners note the high reliability and unpretentiousness of the engine. Therefore, the main disadvantage can only be called low power. Timely replacement of the rollers and timing belt is required to avoid problems. In rare cases, engine tripping, vibration, knocking and overheating are noted. The rest of the engine is pretty good and reliable. There is a variation of the engine on the market, with a Ti-VCT 1.6 liter valve timing system.
DURATEC TI-VCT 16V SIGMA ENGINE
Power unit 1.6 duratec ti vct unlike 1.6 100 hp has a system for changing the valve timing, an intake manifold, grooves on the pistons. Zetec SE has been produced since 1995, Yamaha engineers took part in the development of the engine. The engine has a good practical resource.
The timing drive uses a belt that needs to be replaced in a timely manner. In addition, sometimes they complain about the timing clutch. There are no hydraulic lifters, for this reason, periodic adjustment of the valves is necessary. The engine may knock and make noise. In some cases, engine overheating is noted. The rest of the engine is quite reliable.
DURATEC-HE/MZR L8 ENGINE
Ford Duratec HE 1.8L engine. The 125 hp, also known as the Mazda MZR L8, is an evolution of Mazda's "F" engine series. Initially used on the Mondeo, it was later upgraded to include intake manifold ducting, coil direct ignition, electronic throttle, and a host of other changes. Timing chain drive available.
However, there are also weaknesses. RPMs can float. In this case, it is necessary to flush the throttle or change the firmware. There are malfunctions that are typical for all Duratec / Duratec HE, the engine may triple, vibrate, knock and make noise. All together, this has led to the fact that among the Durateks, this particular power unit is considered the most problematic.
DURATEC HE 2.0/MZR LF ENGINE
Ford Duratec HE 2.0L engine. 145 HP Structurally, it is the same 1.8 liter, with an increased cylinder diameter. The engine is flexible and has good power. Spared from the lack of its predecessors - floating revolutions. The timing drive uses a chain that has a good resource.
If we talk about the shortcomings of the engine, we can note the rapid wear of the camshaft seals. In addition, there are problems with the thermostat, and as a result, overheating, or vice versa, difficulties with warming up to operating temperatures. It is required to monitor the condition of the candle wells, if there is oil in them, it will be necessary to tighten the valve cover or change the gasket. There are situations when, upon reaching 3000 rpm, the car does not drive and the Check Engine is on, in this case it is necessary to change the intake manifold flap control valves. There are no hydraulic lifters, which means that periodic adjustment of the valves is required.
But even taking into account these shortcomings, this power unit is considered one of the best Duratek engines.
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Duratec 16V Sigma (Zetec-SE) |
Duratec 16V Sigma |
Duratec Ti-VCT 16V Sigma |
Duratec-HE/MZR L8 |
Duratec HE 2.0/MZR LF |
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Release years |
1998 - present day |
2004 - today |
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Engine block material |
aluminum |
aluminum |
aluminum |
aluminum |
aluminum |
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Supply system |
injector |
injector |
injector |
injector |
injector |
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piston stroke |
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Motor volume |
1388 cm cube |
1596 see cube |
1596 see cube |
1798 see cube |
1999 see cube |
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Engine power |
80 HP /5700 rpm |
101 HP /6000 rpm |
115 HP /6000 rpm |
115-125 HP /6000 rpm |
141-155 hp /6000 rpm |
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Torque |
124 Nm / 3500 rpm |
150 Nm/4000 rpm |
155 Nm / 4150 rpm |
165Nm/4000 rpm |
185Nm/4500 rpm |
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Environmental regulations |
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Oil consumption |
200 g/1000 km |
200 g/1000 km |
200 g/1000 km |
up to 500 g/1000 km |
up to 500 g/1000 km |
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Engine weight |
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Engine oil |
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official data |
250 thousand km |
250 thousand km |
250 thousand km |
350 thousand km |
350 thousand km |
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on practice |
300-350 thousand km |
300-350 thousand km |
300-350 thousand km |
up to 500 thousand km |
up to 500 thousand km |
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potential |
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The engine was installed |
Ford Fusion |
Ford C-Max |
Ford C-Max |
Ford C-Max Mk I |
Ford S-Max |
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Those car enthusiasts who closely follow the changes in legislation, of course, know that, among other things, in the event of an OSAGO insured event, the car owner has the right to additional compensation. This rule has been in place since 2013.
It's about loss of value. But in order to receive such compensation, the car must meet a number of criteria:
- age of a domestically produced car - no more than three years;
- the age of a car of a foreign brand - no more than five years;
- this should be the first accident with this car;
- the car owner must have a valid OSAGO policy;
- the amount of compensation cannot exceed 400,000 rubles;
- vehicle wear should not exceed 35%;
- The person responsible for the accident cannot claim compensation.
To receive payment for the TCB, it is necessary to submit an application for compensation to the insurance company after an accident with a standard package of documents.
If the insurers refuse you or the amount is too low, you should seek help from independent experts. With the conclusion received, go back to the insurance company.
If you are denied again, go to the financial ombudsman. If they don't help you at this stage, then go to court. Payment under TTS is one-time.
Have you ever received such a payment? Share your story in the comments.
Many tuners and motorists are well aware of the Russian designer Sergei Barinov for his projects to revive Soviet automotive rarities.
This time his tuning project is dedicated to the GAZ-12.
