WELCOME Congratulations on your decision to purchase or lease the latest from the Ford Global Performance Vehicle team – the Focus ST. If you’ve owned or leased an SVT product in the past, we’re glad you’re back. If this is...
Ford performance has to offer from around the globe. Your Focus ST has been designed and developed with the four hallmarks of the Ford Global Performance Group in mind: Performance, Substance, Exclusivity and Value.
Introduction BREAKING-IN YOUR VEHICLE Your vehicle does not need an extensive break-in. Try not to drive continuously at the same speed for the first 1000 miles (1600 km) of new vehicle operation. Vary your speed frequently in order to give the moving parts a chance to break in.
• Overboost function for increased torque • Electronic over-rev function with 6800 rpm redline • ST tuned 2.5 in. center exit exhaust system • Getrag-Ford MMT6 6-speed manual transaxle • Active sound symposer • Variable ratio steering • Modified front suspension knuckle for improved wheel end geometry •...
Focus ST Unique Features • Optional Recaro front seats with increased lateral support and matching rear seat covers • Leather wrapped ST sport steering wheel with improved grip contour • ST unique instrument panel appliques, shift knob, shift boot and pedal pads •...
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Focus ST Unique Features Oil pressure gauge Indicates engine oil pressure. During normal driving the indicated oil pressure will vary with engine speed, the pressure rising as engine speed rises and dropping as engine speed drops. If the engine oil pressure drops below the normal range, the oil pressure gauge pointer will drop into the red section of the gauge scale and the engine oil pressure warning lamp in the main instrument cluster will illuminate.
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Focus ST Unique Features Engine Information Item Description Configuration Transverse mounted I4, cast aluminum cylinder block and cylinder heads Bore x Stroke 87.5 mm bore x 83.1 mm stroke (3.44 in. x 3.27 in.) Displacement 1999 cubic centimeters (122 cubic inches) Compression ratio 9.3:1 Horsepower...
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Focus ST Unique Features SUSPENSION Item Description Front suspension MacPherson strut with L-arm front suspension Rear suspension Fully independent control blade SLA with revised stabar routing Front spring rate 30 N/mm (171 lb/in.) Rear spring rate 32 N/mm (183 lb/in.) 24 mm diameter x 4 mm thick Front stabilizer bar hollow (.944 in x .157 in.)
Driving Your Focus ST MANUAL 6-SPEED TRANSMISSION OPERATION Using the Clutch Note: During each shift, the clutch pedal must be fully pressed to the floor and the accelerator fully released. Failure to follow this may cause increased shift efforts, prematurely wear transmission components, or cause gear clash or damage to the transmission.
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Driving Your Focus ST 4. Move the transmission selector lever to position 1, then slowly release the clutch pedal while slowly pressing on the accelerator. 5. To engage reverse, lift up on the reverse lockout ring located under the shift knob and move the transmission selector lever fully to the left and forward.
Driving Your Focus ST ADVANCETRAC STABILITY ENHANCEMENT SYSTEM The AdvanceTrac system includes traction control (TCS) and electronic stability control (ESC). See the Traction Control and Stability Control chapters of the Owner’s Manual for more information AdvanceTrac provides three modes of operation specially calibrated for the Focus ST.
Driving Your Focus ST ENHANCED TORQUE VECTORING CONTROL Enhanced torque vectoring control (eTVC) is comprised of two elements: • Torque vectoring control which applies brake torque on the inner wheel in a curve for better traction and less understeer • Cornering understeer control which controls the yaw response of the vehicle under braking and acceleration on high and low friction surfaces.
Wheels and Tires WHEELS Wheel Specifications Diameter and width 18 inches x 8.0 inches Offset 55 mm Backspacing 6.673 inches Center bore 63.3 mm Weight 25 lbs (11 kg) Your ST vehicle is equipped with unique wheels matched to the tires. These wheels are more susceptible to damage due to their diameter, width and low profile tires.
Bolt size Wheel lug nut torque* ft-lb N•m M12 x 1.5 mm * Torque specifications are for nut and bolt threads free of dirt and rust. Use only Ford recommended replacement fasteners. TIRE INFORMATION Tires Goodyear Eagle F1 Size 235/40-18...
They are not designed for winter use on ice or snow and cannot be used with snow chains. Ford does not recommend using the original equipment tires when temperatures drop to approximately 40°F (5°C) or below (depending on tire wear and environmental conditions) or in snow/ice conditions.
Focus lineup 215/55-16* *Required size to prevent vehicle damage if snow chain use is required. Please call the Ford Performance Info Center at 1-800-FORD-SVT (367-3788) for specific winter tire recommendations. FULL SIZE SPARE Your Focus ST is equipped with a full size, dissimilar spare tire assembly.
When towing with a flatbed, 4x4 blocks may help prevent damage when loading or unloading your vehicle. Do not tow with a slingbelt. Ford Motor Company has not approved a slingbelt towing procedure. Note: If the vehicle is towed by other means or incorrectly, vehicle damage may occur.
Maintenance UNDER HOOD OVERVIEW 2.0L EcoBoost Engine A. Engine coolant reservoir B. Engine oil filler cap C. Brake and clutch fluid reservoir D. Battery E. Power distribution box F. Air filter assembly G. Engine oil dipstick H. Windshield washer fluid reservoir 2013 Focus ST (stf) Supplement, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Maintenance OCTANE RECOMMENDATIONS Regular unleaded gasoline with a pump (R+M)/2 octane rating of 87 is recommended. Some stations offer fuels posted as Regular with an (R+M)/2 METHOD octane rating below 87, particularly in high altitude areas. Fuels with octane levels below 87 are not recommended.
Capacities and Specifications ENGINE SPECIFICATIONS Engine 2.0L EcoBoost engine Cubic inches Required fuel Minimum 87 octane Firing order 1–3–4–2 Ignition system Coil on plug Compression ratio 9.3:1 Spark plug gap 0.027-0.031 in. (0.70-0.80 mm) Drivebelt Routing 2.0L EcoBoost A. The long drivebelt is on the first pulley groove closest to the engine. B.
Note: For best results, coolant concentration should be tested with a refractometer such as Rotunda tool 300-ROB75240E available from your dealer. Ford does not recommend the use of hydrometers or coolant test strips for measuring coolant concentrations. Note: Coolant expands when it is hot. The level may extend beyond the MAX mark.
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Capacities and Specifications Adding Engine Coolant WARNING: Do not add coolant when the engine is hot. Steam and scalding liquids released from a hot cooling system can burn you badly. Also, you can be burned if you spill coolant on hot engine parts. WARNING: Do not put coolant in the windshield washer fluid container.
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Unscrew the cap slowly. Any pressure will escape as you unscrew the cap. Add prediluted engine coolant meeting the Ford specification. See Capacities and Specifications for more information. Whenever coolant has been added, the coolant level in the coolant reservoir should be checked the next few times you drive the vehicle.
*Only use the specified replacement engine oil filter. The use of a non-specified oil filter can result in engine damage. TRANSMISSION CODE DESIGNATION Description Code Getrag-Ford Transmission (GFT) Six-speed manual transaxle (MMT6) 2013 Focus ST (stf) Supplement, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Warranty Coverage WARRANTY COVERAGE The Focus ST carries the same warranty as other Ford Focus models. This information is covered in its entirety in the warranty information. Warranty service for the Focus ST or any ST vehicle can be obtained at any Ford dealer nationwide.
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