Is the Ford Focus ST engine system fault?

Ford Focus ST – ford focus st ENGINE SYSTEM FAULT !!!!! – FP Even if the original dealer has arranged for you to take the car elsewhere, you really need to deal with the place you bought it from. You should not have had to part with £90, which I assume from your post you have now paid.

Why does my 2005 Ford Focus not start?

Focus Won’t Start!! Focus Won’t Start!! Hi all. My 2005 focus 1.8tdci won’t start. I was driving home 2 weeks ago and I suddenly went into limp mode, a message on the dash said “acceleration reduced” and another said “engine system fault”.

Why did my Ford Focus go into limp mode?

The car went into ‘Limp Mode’ after displaying the ‘Engine System failure’ message on the dash after motorway drive. Called out the RAC but they could not diagnose any faults so recommended that the car was checked out by Ford. Ford diagnosed that the problem as a faulty throttle body and both this part and the wiring loom had to be replaced.

What is the fault code on a Ford Focus?

The generic code scanner describes this code as “Throttle / Pedal Position Sensor / Switch A/B Voltage Correlation”. From what I can tell to Ford this code is a “Throttle body fault code” and indicates “Throttle position sensor ratio error”.

What does it mean when a Ford Focus wont start?

My Ford Focus will not start, it says engine system failure flag came out and said it was an immobiliser fault. I have Ford Focus: My Ford Focus will not start , it says engine system…

Is there an engine system fault in a Ford Focus?

Engine System Fault ??? Hi guys, need a bit of advice, my car ’56 focus 1.8tdci’ has just cut out on me 3 times within a mile, and my computer screen is displaying ‘engine system fault’ and just to the right of the display there is a red light, which is now on permenantly…

When to change spark plugs on Ford Focus?

No error codes appear when scanned with laptop or self test. Changed battery and will be changing spark plugs and coil pack shortly. And only happens when its damp or cool.

How many miles does a Ford Focus ST have?

£7000 is top book for a 2006 Focus ST with 63,000 miles. Bought from a Ford dealer it should be absolutely spot on. Another poster with time to write a story. Ford Focus ST – ford focus st ENGINE SYSTEM FAULT !!!!!

When does a Ford Focus display a fault?

My ford focus displays engine system fault and transmission malfunction on the dash after 3 weeks of servicing the vehicle. Nothing of such displays prior to the servicing. Pls advise me on what to do as I dont have much confidence in these our mechanics.

When do I lose power in my Ford Focus?

Intermittently losing power with either the engine system fault appearing on the display…or the red light coming on next to the display. Happens mostly when we’ve slowed to a stop at junction…in traffic… No error codes appear when scanned with laptop or self test. Changed battery and will be changing spark plugs and coil pack shortly.

Where can I buy a Ford Focus ST?

With 2,139 used Ford Focus ST cars available on Auto Trader, we have the largest range of cars for sale available across the UK. These deals are based on terms of 8,000 miles, for a 36 month lease with a 6 months initial payment.

Can a Ford Focus ST be fitted with an exhaust post?

You cannot fit the ST exhaust to the car due to the backbox going where the spare wheel well is, the only way to do this is to fit an aftermarket one. A new hanger can be fitted easily enough. See the Piper Exhaust post on here.

How long was the Ford Focus ST on the road?

Between 15.41 and 17.07 the OP had time to speak to Polar in Bradford and they arranged for the OP to take the car to a local dealer 30 minutes away. So that time on the phone and 30 minutes each way, not bad for 86 minutes between posts when the OP was on the road for 60 minutes.

When did the Ford Focus ST come out?

The exciting new Focus ST , which was introduced from Autumn 2005 is a significant evolution of Ford’s ST, or Sports Technologies, brand, delivering an addictive personality combined with high performance. With its turbocharged 225PS, 2.5 litre 5 cylinder Duratec ST engine, it is also the most powerful Ford Focus road car to date.

What are the Recaro seats on the Focus ST?

Unique, stylish Recaro seats are standard on the Focus ST , and provide optimal lateral support during spirited driving. The seats anchor driver and passengers in place, providing occupants with a cosseted feeling – as if the car has been built around them. The seats boast a class-leading level of adjustment and flexibility.

What is the top speed of a Ford Focus ST?

This engine is coupled to a slick-operating six-speed manual gearbox and capable of a top speed in excess of 240 km/h (around 150mph), it needs only 6.8 seconds to accelerate from 0 to 100 km/h (6.5 seconds from 0 to 60 mph). With target performance data like this, the Focus ST places itself firmly in the league of high performance cars.

How are the seats in a Ford Focus?

The seats anchor driver and passengers in place, providing occupants with a cosseted feeling – as if the car has been built around them. The seats boast a class-leading level of adjustment and flexibility. The driver’s seat has fore and aft movement, plus recline, height, lumbar, and cushion tilt adjustments.

My Ford Focus will not start, it says engine system failure flag came out and said it was an immobiliser fault. I have Ford Focus: My Ford Focus will not start , it says engine system…

Is the Ford Focus Still under warranty?

My Focus is 57 reg and hence still under Ford warranty. Same symptoms as described by other contributors. To local Ford garage today, couldn’t find the fault. They did tell me that for the car to record the fault the engine light has to come on (mine hasn’t) and that cars memory deletes any recorded faults after 30 uses of the ignition.

Is there a fault in my Ford Focus?

I’ve got an ’08 Ford focus diesel and over the last few weeks the Engine Systems Fault warning has come up, but when I restart the car it’s gone again. Also, when I accelerate fairly hard there’s a sound similar to when the fan is on a high setting.

How old is the engine on a Ford Focus?

Have had intimitent what I would call “stutters” on my Focus occasionally during the 13 months I have had it. (one previous owner, bought at 2.5 year old, 25,000 on clock, now done 42,000). Power loss is similar to someone lightly dabbing the brake, hardly detectable to a passenger but detectable and annoying to the driver.

If you had bought a car from Polar Ford you would take it back, they are a large Ford Franchise with dozens of outlets, they don’t just have a garage in Bradford. They have a site in Stockport (Manchester thus close to you) so why would not use them. £7000 is top book for a 2006 Focus ST with 63,000 miles.

What to do if your Ford Focus ST breaks?

What a load of complete nonsense. If the saleman you bought it from won’t help speak to his manager or the dealer principal. By law they have to fix it or give you a refund. As gelileo said, you drove it home with the light on, simply drive it back with it on.

Is the Ford Focus ST engine system fault?