The salon is spacious. Kinks and kinks are a thing of the past, but I confess I don't miss them at all. The new interior, albeit stricter, is clearly more functional. And it looks more like a cockpit. Individuals will love it. The plastic is soft, the joints are smooth, the buttons are comfortable, you can't find fault with the gaps.
Nikolay Svistun, portal site, 2005
A bit of history
Ford focus the second generation was born in 2004. Unlike the first "Focus", the second was no longer a global car in the full sense of the word: in the USA, the Ford Focus 2 is a completely different model with its own design. Ford will return to unification only in 2011, when the third "Focus" debuts. Ford Focus 2 turned out to be noticeably larger than its predecessor and more conservative in appearance. Russian sales of the model began in 2005, and the restyled version reached our showrooms in 2008. The exterior of the updated car has become much more interesting due to the expressive trapezoid of the radiator grille and new optics of a complex shape. Even more soft plastic appeared in the cabin and a fashionable red lighting began to play.
Market supply
There are very, very many second "Focuses" on the market: every day hundreds of advertisements about their sales are published on Russian Internet sites. Therefore, you should not rush into the purchase - look for a car that will suit you 100%. The most common body on our market is a sedan. There is a five-door hatchback with a slight lag. There are noticeably fewer station wagons, and three-door hatches are a rarity.
Russians, as you know, are fans of fast driving, and Ford Focus can show at least some dynamics only with a manual transmission. The most common versions are relatively inexpensive, but high-spirited configurations with 1.6 (115 hp) and 1.8 (125 hp) engines and manual transmission. Much less common are cars with an "automatic" and a 2.0-liter engine (145 hp) and a completely "boring" 1.6-liter engine, moreover, derated in this version from 115 to 100 hp. Well, and absolutely exotic - the most dynamic "Focuses" with a 2.0-liter engine (about the same 145 hp) and mechanics, the most modest 1.4-liter (85 hp) models with manual transmission and diesel versions with a 1.8 engine liters (115 hp), again with mechanics.
Not everyone will dare to change the seats in the car. Therefore, their quality is especially pleasing. Here I would gladly raise them to the rank of dogma. And I would have included it in all textbooks on orthopedics. Optimal distribution of loads with a minimum of adjustments: you get settled instantly and do not load your brain and hands by groping for numerous levers and buttons. Bravo!
Nikolay Svistun, portal site, 2005
Average prices
"Focus" of the second generation is getting cheaper quite smoothly. A noticeable difference (on average about 45,000 rubles) is only between 2007 and 2008 cars. Which, however, is not surprising: in 2008, the model underwent restyling, and more modern-looking models are expected to be valued higher in the market.
* The overwhelming majority of those sold on secondary market auto mileage is twisted. On average, a Russian driver drives about 20,000 kilometers a year. Therefore, a mileage of 60,000 km for a three-year-old is quite real, but 90,000 for a six-year-old is already suspicious. Therefore, do not take odometer data on cars over three years old too seriously. Pay attention to the technical condition.
Typical breakdowns and operational problems
Ford Focus 2 as a whole, the car is very reliable and unpretentious in maintenance. Problematic cars, of course, are found, but only if the owners operated them in a tough mode: they constantly twisted the engine, conquered off-road conditions and neglected regular maintenance. To relieve yourself of unnecessary headaches in the future, here are the first things you should pay attention to:
Body
The quality of the metal and paintwork is good and the body is sturdy. The only weak point is the joints rear bumper with wings, where chips are often formed. Even on a four to five year old specimen, there should be no corrosion anywhere. If it is noticeable, then the element was clearly painted after the accident. It will be useful to remind once again that the entire body during the purchase must be checked with a micrometer for the thickness of the paint in order to filter out broken specimens.
Engine
On motors 1.4 and 1.6, the gas distribution mechanism has a belt drive, and on 1.8 and 2.0 it is chain driven. The belt lasts a long time, it should be changed no more than once every 150,000 kilometers (in no case should it be tightened, because in the event of a break, you can get to replace bent valves), and its condition is a good indicator true mileage, which, we repeat, is very often twisted. The test procedure is very simple: at the end of the engine block, find a soft plastic cover to protect the belt from dirt. Fold it back and look: it's easy to distinguish the old from the new. The timing chain on engines 1.8 and 2.0 is installed for the entire service life, however, after 150 thousand runs, it begins to gradually stretch. Ask the seller to start the car on a cold one and turn it off. There should be no "rumbling" sound or crackling when discharging gas. If there is one, the car is heavily "rolled", no matter what numbers are displayed on the odometer. The Focus motors do not have a tendency to burn oil either. And in general, they do not cause any problems, if you do not often "twist" them and change consumables in a timely manner. By the way, original candles Ignitions here are platinum and have a very long service life - up to 120,000 kilometers. When inspecting a car, be sure to unscrew one candle and see: if it is not the original, then the mileage is clearly more than 120,000 km. But it is hardly worth buying a Focus with a small motor, especially if you want it to run a little. You will not notice the difference in fuel consumption, moreover: on weak engines you have to work more actively with the gas pedal, which is why gasoline consumption will only increase, all other things being equal.
Transmission
Focuses of the second generation were equipped with two types of 5-speed manual transmissions. For cars with engines 1.4 and 1.6, there was one modification, for 1.8 and 2.0 - another. The first, for low-power motors, is less reliable. When buying a car with such power units, it makes sense to check the box very carefully: listen to the hum in motion with the radio and the stove turned off, make sure that all gears are turned on clearly - synchronizers and the bearing often fail here. input shaft... As for cars with powerful "engines", then their mechanical boxes practically indestructible. You can break them, except that constantly operating the car in a forced mode. "Automatic" on the Ford Focus 2 is also very reliable: all versions were equipped with the time-tested American 4-speed gearboxes. They are filled with oil for the entire service life, and if the owner did not have the ambitions of the driver, then the automatic transmission will last a very long time.
Suspension
The chassis of the Ford Focus is very good. It is balanced for both swallowing bumps and very active taxiing. Weakness- rear suspension arms, which in an amicable way are recommended to be changed every 60,000 - 70,000 kilometers. Many owners make do with half measures and change only silent blocks, but on broken levers the resource of "rubber bands" is greatly reduced and new ones will have to be installed in 10-20 thousand. The rest of the chassis are very durable. The steering rack "runs" for a very long time: it is designed in such a way that it practically does not deform even with frequent overcoming of very bumpy roads.
Electrician
As such, there are no serious problems with the electrician at the "Focuses", unless the artisanal masters had time to "work" with it. Carefully inspect the engine compartment for "collective farm" twists from electrical tape - they should not be. The factory connectors here are of very high quality: almost all are silver-plated and in some places even gold-plated.
Scheduled maintenance
The Ford Focus MOT takes place every 20,000 kilometers, although it will not be superfluous to change the oil in the middle of the service run. The brake fluid is changed every 2 years. The clutch lasts at least 100,000 kilometers. Antifreeze does change once every 10 years or after 240,000 kilometers.
Maintenance cost from authorized dealers
The upkeep of a Ford Focus, when compared to its class competitors (especially Japanese ones), is not expensive at all. The frequency of maintenance is two times less than that of Toyota! Their cost, even if done at official dealers, is also very low. It is worth making a reservation here, however, that Ford dealers do not give direct prices for scheduled maintenance and provide information only on the cost of individual work, as well as the procedure for replacing consumables. Definitely, if you turn to them with a specific car, the price will be higher: a planned check of the units will also be added, as well as the consumables themselves.
| Mileage | Work | Cost of work (without spare parts) |
| 20 000 | 720 RUB | |
| 40 000 | RUB 2 630 | |
| 60 000 | Oil change and oil filter in the engine, air filter | 720 RUB |
| 80 000 | Changing the engine oil and oil filter, air filter, brake fluid, spark plugs | RUB 2 630 |
| 100 000 | Change of oil and oil filter in the engine, air filter, antifreeze | RUB 1,550 |
| 120 000 | Change of oil and oil filter in the engine, air filter, brake fluid, drive belt auxiliary units, air conditioner belt, timing belt, spark plugs | RUB 8 630 |
Prices for some spare parts
| Detail | Prices for the original, rub. | Analogs prices, rub. |
| Clutch assembly (without release bearing) | 9 900 - 123 000 | 3 300 - 5 200 |
| Front brake pads | 1 950 - 3 100 | 1 100 - 2 400 |
| Front Right Shock Absorber | 4 200 - 6 100 | 2 100 - 6 700 |
| Starter | 6 800 - 9 300 | 5 800 - 8 000 |
| Fuel filter | 293 - 600 | 138 - 630 |
| Air filter | 500 - 550 | 120 - 560 |
| Oil filter | 250 - 320 | 90 - 420 |
| Cooling pump | 3 700 - 4 700 | 1 120 - 1 500 |
| Front bumper | 5 100 - 9 800 | 1 400 - 3 700 |
| Timing belt | 4 100 - 4 500 | 1 200 - 4 000 |
| Rear arm bushing | 920 - 980 | 200 - 800 |
| Suspension arm, lower transverse | 2 100 - 3 500 | 400 - 1 400 |
| Spring-loaded suspension arm | 1 700 - 2 600 | 3 400 - 3 600 |
| Boomerang thrust | 4 700 - 6 300 | 1 300 - 4 100 |
28.04.2017
Ford Focus is a typical representative of small urban cars of class C. It is based on the C1 platform from Ford, Mazda 3, Volvo S40, Ford C-Max, Ford Kuga... 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 lineup 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, service life, operating rules for such engines. This article is an overview of the engines that were installed on the first generation of Ford Focus vehicles.
DURATEC 16V SIGMA (ZETEC-SE)
The Ford 1.4 Duratec 16V 80 hp engine was installed, for the most part, on small cars like Fiesta and Fusion. However, the engine was frankly weak in pulling even these small cars, not to mention the larger models. Taking into account the small displacement, the engine has a good practical resource. The timing belt uses a belt, and it is necessary to replace the rollers and the belt in a timely manner.
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 disadvantages of the engine, the most common are the following.
Sometimes the thermostat may wedge, 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 valve adjustment is required. Sometimes there are problems with the right engine mount, resulting in vibrations. Occasionally there are situations with engine triplets, but in general the engine is quite decent.
DURATEC 16V SIGMA ENGINE
1.6 liter Ford Focus Duratec engine. was released 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 under the Euro-4 environmental standard.
The owners note the high reliability and unpretentiousness of the engine. Therefore, the main disadvantage is perhaps the low power. Timely replacement of rollers and timing belt is required in order to avoid problems. In rare cases, engine triplets, vibrations, 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 1.6 liter Ti-VCT variable valve timing system.
DURATEC TI-VCT 16V SIGMA ENGINE
The power unit is 1.6 duratec ti vct versus 1.6 100 hp. has a variable valve timing system, an intake manifold, piston grooves. 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 belt uses a belt that requires timely replacement. In addition, sometimes they complain about the timing mechanism clutch. There are no hydraulic lifters, for this reason, periodic valve adjustment 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 1.8 liter engine. The 125 hp, also known as the Mazda MZR L8, is an evolution of Mazda's "F" series of engines. Initially it was used on the Mondeo, then it was modernized with the addition of an intake manifold control system, a direct ignition system from ignition coils, an electronic throttle valve and a number of other changes. Timing chain drive available.
However, there is also weak sides... The revolutions can float. In this case, it is necessary to flush the throttle valve or change the firmware. There are malfunctions common to all Duratec / Duratec HEs, the engine may triple, vibrate, knock and make noise. All this together led to the fact that among the Duratecs, this particular power unit is considered the most problematic.
DURATEC HE 2.0 / MZR LF ENGINE
Ford Duratec HE 2.0 l engine. 145 h.p. structurally is the same 1.8 l, with increased cylinder bore. The engine is flexible and has good power. Removed from the lack of its predecessors - floating revs. The timing chain uses a chain with a good resource.
If we talk about the shortcomings of the engine, then we can note the rapid wear of the oil seals. camshaft... 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 spark plug wells; if there is oil in them, it will be necessary to tighten the valve cover or change the gasket. There are situations when, when reaching 3000 rpm, the car does not drive and burns Check Engine, in this case it is necessary to change the intake manifold flap control valves. There are no hydraulic compensators, which means that periodic valve adjustment is required.
But even taking these shortcomings into account, this power unit is considered one of the best Duratek engines.
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Those car enthusiasts who closely follow the changes in the legislation, of course, know that, among other things, in case of an insured case of OSAGO, the car owner has the right to additional compensation. This norm has been fixed since 2013.
We are talking about the loss of commodity value. But in order to receive such compensation, the car must meet a number of criteria:
- the age of a domestically produced car - no more than three years;
- the age of a foreign brand car - 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 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 at this stage you are not helped, then go to court. Payment for TCB is one-time.
Have you ever received such a payment? Share your story in the comments.
Russian designer Sergei Barinov is well known to many tuners and motorists for his projects to revive Soviet car rarities.
This time, his tuning project is dedicated to the GAZ-12.
Ford Focus begins its history since 1998. In 2004, the second generation of the model appeared, which underwent a restyling in 2008. In 2011, the 3rd Focus was replaced.
Ford Focus has been a bestseller in both new and used car markets 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 Focus, remained loyal to him and, without hesitation, moved to Ford Focus 2. New car brought with him new diseases. We will dwell on these shortcomings.
Engines
Focus 2 received the latest gasoline engines of the Duratec series with new system gas distribution, providing high productivity and profitability. These are engines 1.4 (80 HP), 1.6 (115 HP), 1.8 (125 HP) and 2.0 (145 HP). It was also possible to purchase a Ford with an old reliable 1.6 l / 100 hp engine. Zetec series.
The new engines, as promised by Ford, thanks to modern technology, turned out to be quite high-torque, but some of them were troublesome. However, their share is not high. The main problem, typical for all motors of the new series, was electronics. Main Complaints - Floating RPM idle move and dips in traction during intensive acceleration. The reason lay in the errors of the ECU mixture formation program, coils, connectors and ignition wires, as well as in throttle... Electronics sometimes began to malfunction after 30-40 thousand km.
Duratec motors are also very sensitive to fuel quality and spark plug health. This, in turn, often leads to interruptions in engine operation, detonation and difficult starting in the cold season.
Some motors completely failed even after a mileage of 40-70 thousand km due to oil starvation caused by a faulty oil pump. Usually jammed pressure reducing valve... The first sign of an ailment is a short-term flushing of the "oiler" and a leak in the crankshaft oil seal. If you do not pay attention to this and delay visiting a car service, you can get to a long parking lot due to engine jamming. The more fortunate ones will simply lose compression, but the verdict will be the same - turning the earbuds.
With a mileage 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, appetite sometimes increased to 1 liter per 1000 km, which is not the norm. It's all about the underlying rings. Price overhaul will amount to 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 also wear 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 examples 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, the camshaft gears often failed. Later, the gears were modified and they became more durable. The cost of one gear is 5,000 rubles.
Fuel consumption is not a costly side of operation. It directly depends on 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 manual transmission and 12-14 liters with automatic transmission, and on the highway it is content with 7-8 liters. The 1.8 version 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 on the highway - about 7 liters. The smallest 1.4-liter unit is close in 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 "overexpose" the candle longer than the estimated time, and it burns out. With a mileage of more than 100,000 km, the EGR valve fails.
In the 1.8 TDCi turbodiesel, a two-mass flywheel is rather quickly rented out - 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 the injectors (22,000 rubles apiece) will last more than 200,000 km, and the injection pump (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 machine was developed in conjunction with Mazda. At correct operation and timely oil change, it looks after almost on a par with the engine. The most common complaint is shifting jolts after 100,000 km. But with them, the automatic transmission is capable of surviving 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 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 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 release bearing(2-4 thousand rubles) may surrender 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 it breaks down outboard bearing right drive shaft (2-5 thousand rubles). And by 200,000 km, vibrations appear due to wear of the inner CV joints (from 4,000 rubles).
Undercarriage
The power steering systems used on the Ford Focus II also do not leave themselves unattended and require monitoring the condition of the pipelines. Traditional power steering is more reliable, but it happens that fluid leaks from the tubes high pressure... The innovative electroGUR (EGUR - EAHPS) driven by an electric motor manifests itself after 60,000 km by leaking fluid through the junction of the high-pressure tube with the steering rack.
For EGUR, howling is characteristic, especially when turning the steering wheel, which becomes more and more manifested over time. Subsequently, the bearings have to be changed. After 200,000 km, the pump may fail due to wear on the winding of the electric motor or a burnt out transistor. The pump is only original - 30,000 rubles. For its repair, the service will ask for about 12,000 rubles.
After 150-200 thousand km may require attention steering rack- there is a knock, leakage 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 in a still brand new car, the owners often found tapping somewhere on the right. The source is a subframe, it is also a safety element that ensures, in a head-on collision, the engine goes down under the car. 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 practically eternal.
Body
The body is hard to endure salty winters. With the arrival of spring, the fifth door and the trunk lid "bloom". The bulges are formed after 1-1.5 years of operation under the license plate and near the chrome lining. Corrosion affects the rear wheel arches and rear fenders (in the corner near the bumper). Repainting only helps for 2-3 years. The sills often peel off under the influence of sandblasting from the wheels. Chips on the body gradually rust. Against this background, the hood stands out sharply, which is not subject to corrosion, and 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
The trends in the use of interior materials have not been spared either by the Ford Focus II. In general, they produce good impression, but low quality is given by multiple creaks that appear with the onset of cold weather. Most often, torpedoes and door trims annoy. Sometimes extraneous sounds issue moldings and luggage compartment lining. The sound insulation is average, but the wheel arches are the worst insulated. Often the front seats creak, and with a mileage of more than 50,000 km, the seat height adjustment mechanism sometimes fails - with its frequent use.
After 150-200 thousand km from time to time the display starts to fail on dashboard, the System Fault indicators light up, and random error messages appear. The reason is a burnt out processor or bad contacts (you need to solder).
Conclusion
In general, Ford Focus 2 is a car for the people, as a rule, with proper handling and maintenance, it serves faithfully for many years.
Good afternoon. Ford Focus 2 was produced from 2004 to 2011, with restyling in 2008. In addition to restyling, minor changes were made to the car throughout the production. In today's article I will talk about problem areas Ford Focus 2nd generation, and I will write approximate cost elimination of jambs. The article is a visual aid for potential buyers.
About the Ford Focus 2 platform.
It's no secret that modern cars issued on the so-called. platforms. Ford Focus 2 is based on the Ford C1 platform. Also on this platform are produced: Mazda 3 (BK), Mazda 5 (BK), Volvo C30 (P14), Volvo S40 (P11), Ford C-MAX(C214), Volvo V50 (P12).
Accordingly, choosing a Ford Focus for yourself, you can look at these cars.
Second Generation Focus Weaknesses:
Body.
- The body of the 2nd generation Ford Focus is galvanized, so cars older than 7 years rarely have perforating corrosion….
- On older cars, rust starts at the sills and along the bottom edge of the doors.
- The most problematic area is the back cover, especially on cars assembled in Spain and Mexico.
- Often the paint peels off on front bumper and along the leading edge of the bonnet.
- The chrome finish of plastic is very often blistering.
- Headlights on pre-styled cars often sweat. coating the headlamp glass with a sealant ..
- The plastic rod leading from the lock cylinder to the hood latch often breaks. This is treated by replacing the complete lock (about 5000 rubles), but some "kulibins" put a metal rod from Mondeo.
- Over time, crickets appear in the cabin, especially on pre-styling cars
Engine.
- Most reliable engine on the focus of the 2nd generation - Duratec 1.6, but only on condition of regular replacement of the timing belt.
- The 2.0 TDCi diesel is also reliable, but rarely found on the market.
- On Duratec 1.8 and 2.0 engines. after running 100,000 km. the thermostat is out of order. The replacement cost is about 2,000 rubles.
- After restyling in 2008, the tensioner was removed on Duratec 1.8 and 2.0 engines and after a run of 30,000 km. the belt begins to slip, while it emits an unpleasant whistle. This can be treated by installing a tensioner from the pre-styling version, the issue price is about 5,000 rubles.
- The throttle assembly requires flushing every 50,000 km, and every 100,000 km the DPDZ fails due to a lack of design.
- Often on Duratec 1.8 and 2.0 engines, oil is observed in the spark plug wells, the reason is the drying out of the valve cover gasket. The cost of fixing the problem is 3000 rubles.
- If there is no thrust after 3000 rpm and the Check Engine lamp is on, the exhaust manifold flap control valve has probably failed or is failing. Replacing the valve will cost about 8,000 rubles.
- Until 2007, on 1.6 engines equipped with a phase shift system (Twin Independent Variable Camshaf Timing), clutches often fail camshafts... The cost of replacing them is almost 10,000 rubles.
- When operating on low-quality fuel, fuel pump failure is common. The pump itself is quite reliable and runs about 200,000 km, but its mesh is clogged with dirt and is not supplied separately as spare parts. Some services offer mesh cleaning, some offer replacement of the pump assembly. In any case, the operation requires the removal of the tank and costs about 5,000 rubles.
- Sometimes, after a run of 100,000 km, on a Duratec 2.0 engine with a manual transmission, vibrations and jerks appear during trading, the reason is the wear of the dual-mass flywheel. It is treated only by replacing it and costs about $ 800.
- After the run of 150,000, the neutralizers fail, usually they are treated by replacing them with flame arresters (and sometimes they just break through), and blendes are installed on the lambda probes.
It is better to reduce the oil change interval on engines during operation in the Russian Federation to 10,000 km. (the manufacturer recommends 20,000.
Transmission.
- There are no particular problems in the second focus transmission. The 4F27E automatic transmission is reliable and easily covers 300,000 km.
- The most unsuccessful gearbox - IB5, was installed with a Dutatec 1.8 engine, after 70-80 t. Km the pinion axle in the differential breaks with a crankcase breakdown, on the same box, the input shaft bearing wedges to run 150,000. When buying a car with this box, be ready in the foreseeable future to change it to MTX75 from cars with a 2.0 engine. A contract box will cost an average of 30,000 rubles.
- There is no need to be afraid of gear skipping, on cars with manual transmission, this is eliminated by tightening the cables and is cheap.
Chassis.
- Itself chassis very reliable and has no particular problems (wheel bearings run 150,000 km). Many parts are unified with the Mazda 3 and are commercially available.
- If you buy a car older than 2008. Watch the rear suspension closely, there have been cases of the rear hub breaking out along with the wheel on the move.
Steering.
- On the roads of Russia, the steering tips breaks to a mileage of 40,000-50,000 km. The cost of replacing all tips is about 5,000 rubles.
- Pay attention to the condition of the steering rack. When there is a knock or when the oil change interval is missed in the gure, it often fails. The assembled rail costs more than 30,000 rubles.
- Also, when buying, check the power steering. If it doesn't work, please refuse to buy! A common sore is the failure of the power steering board. On disassembly, the price of the board starts at 25,000 rubles (this is really a sore).
Electrician.
In general, the electrician is reliable, but not without a fly in the ointment:
- The contacts of the room illumination are oxidized in 2-3 years, they are treated by disassembly and cleaning.
- On sedans, the wiring harness of the trunk lock electric drive often breaks
- The cabin temperature sensor often fails (the price of the sensor is 6000 rubles).
- Often the resistor that limits the speed of the stove fails, it itself is not expensive, but it changes quite problematically (about 2,000 rubles with work).
If you decide to buy a 2nd generation Ford Focus the best choice there will be a car with gasoline engine 1.6 or diesel.
In conclusion, a short video review:
That's all for me today. If you have anything to supplement my story about the problem areas of the 2nd generation Ford Focus, leave comments and share your experience.
Yes, there are even more second "Focuses" on our roads than products domestic auto industry... And let the skeptics like to blame this "Ford" for the lack of individuality - they say, a typical transport of office plankton. But this machine has become popular for a reason! Well, who wants something "livelier", you can always pay attention to the "Mazda 3" - technically the same car, but in a different wrapper. Whether it is fair to think so, we will find out today.
Suspension
Indeed, the cars are structurally very similar - this is the merit of the universal C1 platform, which was used in a number of models: Volvo S40, Ford Focus C-Max, Mazda 5 ... This, by the way, applies to both the first and second generation "treshki" Mazda, the difference between which comes down to different settings for shock absorbers, stabilizers, springs and silent blocks. Thus, the second generation of Mazda has slightly lost what it was so loved for: its former sharpness and liveliness. On the other hand, even the second "treshka" still remains a little more reckless in management than the second "Focus". But if you suddenly decide to "transfer" the suspension of "Ford" to "Mazda", nothing good will come of it: the differences, albeit minimal, are still present. This mainly concerns the front end: Mazda has slightly different subframe and lower arms.
Both the "Focus" and the "Mazda 3", the resource of all elements of the chassis is approximately the same. And it is clear that you can never predict exactly how long the suspension will last - this is influenced by a huge number of factors. But the general trend is known: what is the front, what rear suspension under normal conditions, they are quite tenacious: their average resource reaches 80 thousand km (provided that original spare parts). When this period is reached, usually all the silent blocks of the suspension, which are changed together with the levers, are subject to replacement. There are options for replacing separately with a "non-original", but, as practice shows, this measure is not enough for long. Please note, even if you are buying relatively old car(5-6 years old) with low mileage, even if perfect condition, do not count on the same resource: after a few years, rubber bushings lose their properties and can break by 25-30 thousand km.
Front shock absorbers are also sensitive to operating conditions: in conditions bad roads these elements can fail both at 60 thousand km, and at 120, if the movement was carried out along flat routes. Together with the front shock absorbers, the thrust bearings are "covered", so it is better to replace them together. By this time, the front wheel bearings, which are assembled with the hub, usually wear out. The rear ones last almost twice as long.
Another feature: the ball joints turned out to be very tenacious on our roads - on average, their resource should exceed 150 thousand. If on "Mazda" they have to be changed together with the levers, then on "Ford" they can be changed separately - for this you need to cut off the factory rivets and install the part on the bolts. When repairing the "Focus" chassis, by the way, one can hardly do without a "grinder": all threaded connections strongly "stick". Oddly enough, but Mazda is practically devoid of this problem: obviously, the point is in other components.
There are no special problems with the brakes either. But if the rear brake discs can withstand about 100 thousand km, then the front ones give up earlier - already at 60. Brake pads run on average about 30 thousand, and even less in metropolitan conditions.
Engines
The Russian "Focus" was sold with five engine options, which can be divided into two groups: with a timing belt drive of 1.4 and 1.6 liters and 1.8 and 2 liter "chain" ones. The most reliable and easy-to-maintain are 1.4- and 1.6-liter engines (80 and 100 hp), which are structurally little different from each other. All that is required for their maintenance is to change the timing belt with rollers every 80-90 thousand km and once every 30 thousand - spark plugs. It is better not to delay the replacement of candles - there are frequent cases of their acidification, especially on 1.6-liter engines. At the moment of unscrewing, the candle may break off, which threatens with repair or replacement of the block head. There is another 1.6-liter Ti-VCT engine (115 hp) in the model range. This unit is also equipped with a belt drive, but differs from its counterparts by the presence of a variable valve timing mechanism. The clutches of this mechanism are not famous for their reliability, especially on the first versions, therefore, without fail, they must be stocked up for the second timing belt replacement (160-180 thousand km).
The more powerful Duratec 1.8 and 2.0 (125 and 145 hp) can deliver a little more trouble. This is especially true for the 1.8 motor: problems can be thrown by the unfinished firmware of the ECU unit. The symptoms are simple: precarious work on idle, lack of traction and starting from the second or third time. Also, on these engines, with a mileage of 100 thousand km, the generator may fail - often these problems arise after washing the engine. After the plant increased the interservice mileage to 20 thousand km, another nuisance emerged: the engines gradually began to "eat up" the oil, and in considerable doses - sometimes the owners had to top up one liter per week. With such runs, especially in conditions of traffic jams, the oil loses its properties, which leads to a decrease in efficiency. oil scraper rings and their "occurrence". Prevention - reduction of oil change time to 10 thousand km. The same problems may affect the owner of Mazda: the 2-liter unit is almost identical to the Ford one. But the 1.6-liter engine is different. The 105-strong unit requires almost no service intervention: a timing chain drive is also installed here, which under normal conditions can serve up to 300 thousand km.
Another important nuance of Ford engines: they do not have a separate fuel filter... In this case, it is built into the gas pump, which can be reached by removing the gas tank. Provided that high-quality fuel is used, it will last at least 150 thousand km.
Transmission
In general, the transmission on the "Focuses" and "Mazda" is quite reliable. To "mechanics" the main claims are made to "Fords" with 1.8-liter engines: in rare cases, due to aggressive driving, the satellite axle in the differential breaks down. In order to avoid large investments in a complete bulkhead of the box, at the very first incomprehensible noises coming from "somewhere below" you need to contact the service. There are no complaints at all about the automatic transmission: the time-tested 4-speed automatic, although it does not differ in speed, pleases with enviable reliability. In both boxes, experts recommend changing the oil already at 50-60 thousand km, despite the manufacturer's instructions. On 2-liter "Focuses" with automatic transmission There is another trouble: for some reason, it is in such an aggregate tandem that the internal CV joints quickly wear out with an average mileage of 100 thousand km, although on other versions the resource of both external and internal CV joints exceeds 200 thousand.
Steering
The steering racks of Ford and Mazda are different (different mounts and characteristics), but here and there they are problem-free. Under the condition of trouble-free driving, oil leakage should not appear earlier than 200 thousand km, and steering tips calmly live up to 100, or even up to 150 thousand. On the "chain" motors, there are electric hydraulic boosters, which rarely bother you with anything. But on the simpler 1.4- and 1.6-liter versions, there are classic power steering, which can be “capricious”: this happens mainly with the onset of spring. It's all about the condensate accumulated in the system, due to which the bypass valves freeze: in this case, when the steering wheel is turned, oil pipes may "leak". To avoid this, you need to wait until the engine compartment warms up a little, the steering wheel begins to rotate freely, and only then start off. Also, it will not be superfluous to change the oil in the system (every 50 thousand km).
Body and interior
The bodies of "Ford" and "Mazda" endure our winters very steadfastly. Although it does not do without "sores": paintwork"Ford" quickly becomes cloudy, and the paint in characteristic places (bumper, hood, arches, sills) can begin to peel off in a few years. But this usually does not cause corrosion - the body is well galvanized. At Mazda the situation is similar, except that the metal itself is softer here. The situation is similar in terms of interior decoration: that "Focus", that "Mazda 3", even with significant mileage, retain their "presentation", so even a car with 350,000 mileage may look quite decent, so you need to be vigilant when buying.
conclusions
With the advent of the third generation, "Focus" has become less budgetary and structurally more complex. And in this case, "Focus 2" is the golden mean: almost all diseases of the first model were eliminated, and power units they have not yet become so technologically sophisticated as in the third model, which is only a plus for a "used" car.
For these reasons, the second "Focus" and "Mazda 3" are among the best offers in the Golf class on the secondary market: quite reliable engines and transmissions, interior trim resistant to damage, and due to the abundance of cars on the market, the likelihood of choosing a "live " option. Plus, service in the services is quite affordable, and few competitors can boast of such an abundance of spare parts (both OEM and "non-original"). The question of choosing a "used" model ultimately rests on the price: the more common "Ford" is much more affordable.
The hood lock drive breaks down mainly after an accident. Photo: Ford and Mazda
Disk rear brakes were put on most of the "Focuses". Photo: Ford and Mazda
The rear multi-link has proven itself well on our roads. Photo: Ford and Mazda
V rear levers the front silent blocks are the first to give up. Photo: Ford and Mazda
The front suspension should move at least 80 thousand km. Photo: Ford and Mazda
An external hydraulic support wears out twice as fast as two conventional ones. Photo: Ford and Mazda
The Mazda 3, like the Focus, is built on the global C1 platform, although some of the suspension elements are not interchangeable.
The 4-speed automatic transmission, although outdated, turned out to be even more reliable than the "mechanics". Photo: Ford and Mazda
