Is the 2003 Ford Focus a good car?

THAT SUCKS I TOOK VERY GOOD CARE OF IT, KEEP THE OIL CHANGE ON TIME, KEEP TUNE UP WHEN IT NEEDED IT. IT ONLY HAD 113000 MILES ON I DIDN’T DRIVE IT HARD AT ALL. I WILL NEVER BUY ANOTHER FORD. THEY ARE NO GOOD. SO PEOPLE IF U NEED A CAR DON’T WASTE YOUR HARD EARNED MONEY ON A FORD BECAUSE U WILL REGRET IT. U WILL GET MORE PROBLEM THAN U ASK FOR.

Why does my 2003 Ford Focus not start?

WOULD NOT CRANK BACK UP, WOULD NOT SAY ANYTHING. HAD IT LOOKED AT THEY SAID A ROD FELL; I WANTED TO KNOW HOW WAS THAT IT WAS NOT KNOCKING OR TAPPING. THEY COULD NOT TELL ME. THAT SUCKS I TOOK VERY GOOD CARE OF IT, KEEP THE OIL CHANGE ON TIME, KEEP TUNE UP WHEN IT NEEDED IT. IT ONLY HAD 113000 MILES ON I DIDN’T DRIVE IT HARD AT ALL.

How many times has my Ford Focus shut off while driving?

The car started right up and had no problems idling. That happened 3 times within 5 minutes. -The same day as #4 & #5 the check engine light came on and said engine fault and hill start assist not available. Turned the car off and back on and the check engine light didn’t come back on.

When did I get my Ford Focus back?

I got my car back in 2007 its paid off in full, ever since the day i bought it I been having nothing but problems.

Are there any issues with the Zetec engine?

The Zetec is a pretty reliable engine and can last well in excess of 150,000 miles. But if there is one thing that crops up time and time again it is a poor idle. It can be so bad it can stall the car or cause the revs to hang at a bad moment for that.

Is there a cheap spare for a Ford Zetec?

Many Agents know about this item and it is one of Ford’s best selling spares for the Zetec. At £6, it is cheap. Be careful that you are not given a tale about sticky valves or some such and simply switch that piece of rubber. However, IF your plenum is in place it can take longer.

What makes a Ford Focus hard to start from cold?

One vital ingredient for a good cold start is cranking speed. This particular car didn’t sound too lazy when cranking, but with the list of possibilities running out, I decided to scope the starter motor current. This capture with the original starter is taken with the cam sensor disconnected…

I got my car back in 2007 its paid off in full, ever since the day i bought it I been having nothing but problems.

Why does my Ford Focus sputter while driving?

I have a 2003 Ford Focus and it started sputtering a month ago. I’ve put gas treatment in and if I keep a full tank it’s fine, but once it gets around half a tank it sputters. Now it sputters the whole time you’re driving at low speeds and has started jerking along with the constant sputter.

What’s the crank speed on a Ford Focus?

The captures display very nicely the benefit of the new starter motor. Not only has the crank speed increased from 194 rpm to 291 rpm, but the current required (211 amps against 165 amps “average”) to achieve this increase means that more energy is available for other vehicle systems. The signal on the new starter capture is a lot cleaner too.

Is there DTC’s stored in Ford Focus?

No DTC s stored and live data showing good pressure generation. Checking amps on the injector harness confirmed commencement of injection too.

Is the Ford Focus Wagon a good car?

My ZTW-wagon is the perfect urban vehicle. Easily hauls four adults and four sets of golf clubs. It handles like a sports car, is quiet with no rattles or squeaks, good pick-up for a 4-banger, 30-mph on trips, and is well-equipped.

Is the Zetec engine reliable in a focus?

The Zetec engine is very reliable; with normal care, it will probably take you to 200K miles and beyond. The problem is that it’s installed in a Focus.

What should the thermostat be on a Zetec focus?

Standard thermostat is 192F or 195 F, iirc. Car runs normally at around 215F or slightly higher, primarily for emissions I’m told. Use the instrument cluster gauge test mode to monitor engine temps (in degrees Celcius) without a scan tool. Thanks BC. My ZX3 doesn’t have AC.

Can a Zetec engine run with no AC?

No AC = no dual fans, no fan resistor, very simple PCM controlled one speed, on/off circuit via a relay without any of the problems of the AC system. Need to still keep an eye on the fluid level, hoses, cap, fan and thermostat housing though.

Do you need to change timing belts on a Zetec?

The timing belts need changing on time as well but the motors don’t bend valves when they shed unless you have a overseas model. Zetecs are very rock solid engines, it’s the car around them that falls apart due to various cheap crap part issues.

How much does it cost to fix a 2003 Ford Focus?

1 Key Won’t Turn In The Ignition 2003 Focus Average Cost to Fix: $300 Average Mileage: 83,000 mi 2 Transmission Failure 2003 Focus Average Cost to Fix: $1,600 Average Mileage: 78,000 mi 3 Engine Failure 2003 Focus

Are there any problems with the Ford Focus?

Check out our Ford Focus overview to see the most problematic years, worst problems and most recently reported complaints with the Focus.

What to do if your Ford Focus wont start?

Car was becoming difficult to start, seemed you had to push clutch really hard to floor to get the engine to turn over. Finally it would not start at all. New clutch safety switch was not that expensive. DROVE IT ON AUG. THE 12TH IT WAS RUNNING VERY SMOOTH. STOPPED AT THE GAS STATION TO GET SOME GAS GOT BACK IN THE CAR CRANKED IT UP & IT CUT OFF.

What causes a check engine sign on a Ford 2.0L?

1. Camshaft seals are unreliable. 2. Thermostat brakes very often. Then the engines don’t warm up or vice versa. That problem is suitable for 60,000 mileage. 3. Intake manifold valve can cause the Check Engine sign. If your car doesn’t accelerate after 3000 rpm, maybe your problem in that valve.

What to do if your Ford Focus has no acceleration?

Clean the Map sensor and clean the throttle body . Check your o2 sensors. You can also check for back pressure on the fuel tank . test this buy running the car without the fuel cap . there could also be a plugged Catalytic convertor. Is the car overheating when this is happening ?

When does the Ford Focus lose its power?

Ford Focus Questions – Engine revs and loses power when driving. – CarGurus Engine revs and loses power when driving. I have had this car in for a fix at two different dealers. When driving at highway speeds the tachometer revs to 5 or 6,000 RPMs car loses power. The first fix was a problem with the cruise control cable. Replaced.

What kind of engine does a Ford Focus ZX3 have?

2001 Ford focus ZX3 2.0l dohc “AUTOMATIC” I beleive i have a similiar problem. When driving from a stop car seems to be fine but as the RPM’s climb and press harder on the pedal the car faulters/stumbles, in which it will not accelerate, making me back off of the pedal to slowly (very slowly) accerate.

What causes a Ford Focus to not start?

The most common causes that hinders normal starting operation of your Focus are dead key fob battery, dead 12v battery, corrosion on battery terminals, bad alternator, clogged fuel filter, broken starter, blown fuse, empty gas tank, immobilizer error or any fault in the electrical system. 1. Weak Battery

Why does my Ford Focus SE stop running?

When this gap is eliminated by carbon deposits or the MAF sensor becomes contaminated, the computer can no longer control idle speed. Start the engine and run it until the temperature gauge in the instrument cluster reads in the normal range.

What to do if your Ford Focus runs rough at idle?

The fix is to seal the DPFE sensor so water cannot get in, but the way you do this will vary depending on whether the sensor is mounted on the firewall or is a tube-mounted DPFE. Remove the DPFE. Fold the insulation on the partition wall downward so it lays over the top of the EVR.

What kind of engine does a Ford Focus have?

Before the launch of the 2002 Focus, Ford engineers were looking to crash the super hot-hatch market. Ford’s SVT (Special Vehicle Team) division developed a turbocharged dual overhead camshaft engine that produced 170 horsepower and 145 lb/ft of torque, equipped with a five-speed manual transmission, known as the Focus SVT.

What to do with a 2000 Ford Focus?

Through meticulous engineering, we have a plethora of offerings, including wheels, lowering springs, sway-bars, exterior styling upgrades, and tuning to enhance the overall experience of your 2000-2004 Ford Focus.

When did Ford start making the Ford Focus?

During the early 2000s, Ford was looking to make a significant impact on the compact car market. Through many years of innovation in the late 1990s, engineers at Ford were able to come up with a small car that would revolutionize the way all future compacts would follow! The result was an elegant, sporty, and affordable compact in the Ford Focus.

What kind of car is a 2003 Ford Focus?

The 2003 Ford Focus is available in four body styles: a three-door ZX3 hatchback, a five-door ZX5 hatchback, a sedan and a wagon. The sedan can be ordered in one of three trim levels, starting with the base LX model and going up to the midlevel SE and highline ZTS trim.

What are the different types of Ford Focus?

Trim levels & features. The 2003 Ford Focus is available in four body styles: a three-door ZX3 hatchback, a five-door ZX5 hatchback, a sedan and a wagon. The sedan can be ordered in one of three trim levels, starting with the base LX model and going up to the midlevel SE and highline ZTS trim. Wagons are available in SE or ZTW trim.

Is the 2003 Ford Focus a good car?