Page 1 Table of Contents Introduction Instrument Cluster Warning and control lights Gauges Entertainment Systems AM/FM stereo cassette AM/FM stereo with CD Climate Controls Heater only Manual heating and air conditioning Rear window defroster Lights Headlamps Turn signal control Driver Controls Windshield wiper/washer control Steering wheel adjustment Power windows Mirrors...
Page 2 Table of Contents Seating and Safety Restraints Seating Safety restraints Air bags Child restraints Driving Starting Brakes Traction control Transmission operation Vehicle loading Trailer towing Recreational towing Roadside Emergencies Getting roadside assistance Hazard flasher switch Fuel pump shut-off switch Fuses and relays Changing tires Jump starting Wrecker towing...
Page 4 State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm. CONGRATULATIONS Congratulations on acquiring your new Ford. Please take the time to get well acquainted with your vehicle by reading this handbook. The more you know and understand about your vehicle, the greater the safety and pleasure you will derive from driving it.
Page 5 Introduction SAFETY AND ENVIRONMENT PROTECTION Warning symbols in this guide How can you reduce the risk of personal injury and prevent possible damage to others, your vehicle and its equipment? In this guide, answers to such questions are contained in comments highlighted by the warning triangle symbol.
Page 6 In order to properly diagnose and service your vehicle, Ford Motor Company, Ford of Canada, and service and repair facilities may access vehicle diagnostic information through a direct connection to your vehicle when diagnosing or servicing your vehicle.
Page 7 • where the driver was positioning the steering wheel. To access this information, special equipment must be directly connected to the recording modules. Ford Motor Company and Ford of Canada do not access event data recorder information without obtaining consent,...
Page 8 Introduction These are some of the symbols you may see on your vehicle. Vehicle Symbol Glossary Safety Alert See Owner’s Guide Fasten Safety Belt Air Bag-Front Air Bag-Side Child Seat Child Seat Installation Child Seat Lower Warning Anchor Child Seat Tether Brake System Anchor Brake Fluid -...
Page 9 Introduction Vehicle Symbol Glossary Power Windows Power Window Lockout Front/Rear Interior Luggage Child Safety Door Compartment Release Lock/Unlock Symbol Panic Alarm Engine Oil Engine Coolant Engine Coolant Temperature Do Not Open When Hot Battery Avoid Smoking, Flames, Battery Acid or Sparks Explosive Gas Fan Warning Maintain Correct Fluid...
Page 10: Instrument Cluster
Instrument Cluster Instrument Cluster WARNING LIGHTS AND CHIMES Standard instrument cluster Optional instrument cluster 2.3L 14 PZEV instrument cluster Warning lights and gauges can alert you to a vehicle condition that may become serious enough to cause expensive repairs. A warning light may illuminate when a problem exists with one of your vehicle’s functions.
Page 11 Instrument Cluster Many lights will illuminate when you start your vehicle to make sure the bulb works. If any light remains on after starting the vehicle, have the respective system inspected immediately. Check engine: The Check Engine indicator light illuminates when the ignition is first turned to the ON position to check the bulb.
Page 12 Instrument Cluster Driving a vehicle with the brake system warning light on is dangerous. A significant decrease in braking performance may occur. It will take you longer to stop the vehicle. Have the vehicle checked by your dealer immediately. Anti-lock brake system: If the ABS light stays illuminated or continues to flash, a malfunction has been detected, have the system...
Page 13 Instrument Cluster Overdrive off (if equipped): Illuminates when the overdrive function of the transaxle has been turned off, refer to the Driving chapter. If the light flashes steadily or does not illuminate, have the transmission serviced soon, or damage may occur. Upshift (if equipped): To maximize fuel economy, this light illuminates when the manual...
Page 14 Instrument Cluster High beams: Illuminates when the high beam headlamps are turned on. Key-in-ignition warning chime: Sounds when the key is left in the ignition in the OFF/LOCK or ACCESSORY position and the driver’s door is opened. Headlamps on warning chime: Sounds when the headlamps or parking lamps are on, the ignition is off (the key is not in the ignition) and the driver’s door is opened.
Page 15 Instrument Cluster the red section and the Check Engine indicator light illuminates, refer to How fail safe cooling works in coolant in the Maintenance and Specifications chapter. Never remove the coolant reservoir cap while the engine is running or hot. Odometer: Registers the total kilometers (miles) of the vehicle.
Page 16: Entertainment Systems
Entertainment Systems Entertainment Systems AM/FM STEREO WITH CASSETTE (IF EQUIPPED) 1. Cassette door: Insert the cassette with the opening to the right. 2. Rewind/fast forward: Press to reverse/advance to the previous/next cassette selection. If the end of the tape is reached, playback begins on the other side. Partially press both to change tape sides.
Page 17 AM/FM to activate. AST will flash in the display. When the six strongest stations are filled, the sound will be restored. 8. Anti-theft protection panel: To deter would-be thieves, Ford audio units have a removable front panel without which the unit will not work.
Page 18 Replacement panels: Your Ford Dealer will require the following if you need to order a replacement panel: • Your name and address.
Page 19 Entertainment Systems AM/FM STEREO WITH CD PLAYER (IF EQUIPPED) 1. CD door: Insert the CD label side up. 2. CD: Press to engage CD mode. CDs and tracks are selected and played chronologically. Press the AM/FM control to restore radio reception without ejecting the disc. 3.
Page 20 To reposition the panel, insert the right-hand edge first, then the left-hand side, until the retaining latch is engaged. Replacement panels: Your Ford Dealer will require the following if you need to order a replacement panel: •...
Page 21 Entertainment Systems • A vehicle invoice (if the audio unit was installed in the vehicle prior to delivery) or a parts invoice if the audio unit was purchased separately form the vehicle, or an appropriate vehicle registration document. 8. Clock: Press and hold until the hour digit flashes.
Page 22 Entertainment Systems 6006 AM/FM SOUND SYSTEM WITH 6–DISC IN DASH CHANGER (IF EQUIPPED) 2004 Focus (foc) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus)
Page 23 Entertainment Systems 9006 AM/FM SOUND SYSTEM WITH 6–DISC IN DASH CHANGER (IF EQUIPPED) 1. CD Door: Insert the disc with the playing side down and printed side up. 2. Load: Press to load a CD. WAIT LOAD will appear in the display then change to INSERT.
Page 24 Entertainment Systems CD eject during playback: Press the eject control during CD playback to eject the CD. Press again to cancel the eject process. To eject another disc, press the preset control that corresponds to the desired disc then press EJ. EJECT CD will appear in the display. REMOVE will appear as the disc is held ready to be removed.
Page 25 Replacement panels: Your Ford Dealer will require the following if you need to order a replacement panel: • Your name and address.
Page 26 Entertainment Systems 11. Scan: Press SCAN to move up SCAN the radio frequency band. SCAN automatically finds a station, plays it for five seconds, then moves to the next station. Press again to stop. CD: Press SCAN to sample CD selections for eight seconds. Press again to stop.
Page 27 Entertainment Systems IN-DASH CD/MP3 SOUND SYSTEM (IF EQUIPPED) 1. CD door: Insert a CD or MP3 label side up. 2. Soft keys: Press to make various selections in the audio menus. 3. Mute: Press to mute the playing MUTE media. Press again to return. (Turning the volume control will also disable the mute feature).
Page 28 Entertainment Systems SHF ALB appears in the display. Press again for a brief sampling of all MP3 directories on the disc. SCAN ALL appears at the bottom of the display. 6. Shuffle: CD/CD changer: Press SHUF to play the songs on the current CD in random order.
Page 29 Entertainment Systems Sharx: This function reduces the amount of interference from other radio stations in areas with a high density of stations. Select AUDIO and press ENTER. Select SHARX and press ENTER. Turn the control to turn the function on/off. Press ENTER to save the setting. Program type (PTY): When selected, this function allows you to view the radio broadcast information (if any) or search for stations broadcasting a particular program type.
Page 30 Entertainment Systems Traffic Announcements: When activated, the audio unit will automatically switch from the current playing media to a traffic announcement when received. When the announcement is over, the system will return to the current playing media. Select AUDIO and press ENTER.
Page 31 Entertainment Systems 15. Seek: In radio mode, press to locate radio stations up or down the frequency band. To store a station, press and hold the soft key (next to the desired frequency) until you hear a beep. This indicates the station has been stored. To select a station, press the soft key next to the desired frequency.
Page 32 Entertainment Systems MP3 INFORMATION • When the system is playing an MP3 disc, the directory name, track name and artist name are shown in the display. The directory number also appears in the left hand corner of the display. • A maximum of 20 directories is recommended as additional directories will increase the access time.
Page 33 Due to technical incompatibility, certain recordable and re-recordable compact discs may not function correctly when used in Ford CD players. Irregular shaped CDs, CDs with a scratch protection film attached, and CDs with homemade paper (adhesive) labels should not be inserted into the CD player.
Page 34: Climate Controls
Climate Controls Climate Controls HEATER ONLY SYSTEM (IF EQUIPPED) 1. Air flow selections: Controls the direction of the airflow in the cabin. See the following for a brief description on each control. : Distributes air through the instrument panel vents. : Distributes air through the instrument panel vents and the floor vents.
Page 35 Climate Controls To allow side window defogging and demisting while warming up the vehicle cabin: 1. Select 2. Set the temperature control to full heat. 3. Set the fan speed to the highest setting. 4. Direct the outer instrument panel vents towards the side windows. To increase airflow to the outer instrument panel vents, close the vents located in the middle of the instrument panel.
Page 36 Climate Controls Recirculated air: Press to activate/deactivate air recirculation in the vehicle cabin. Recirculated air may reduce the amount of time required to cool down the interior of the vehicle and may also help reduce undesired odors from reaching the interior of the vehicle. Recirculated air will not function in or any position in between...
Page 37 Climate Controls REAR WINDOW DEFROSTER The rear defroster control is located on the instrument panel. Press the rear defroster control to clear the rear window of thin ice and fog. • A small LED will illuminate when the rear defroster is activated. The ignition must be in the ON position to operate the rear window defroster.
Page 38 Lights Lights HEADLAMP CONTROL Turns the lamps off. Turns on the parking lamps, instrument panel lamps, license plate lamps and tail lamps. Turns the headlamps on. Foglamp control (if equipped) The headlamp control also operates the foglamps. The foglamps can be turned on when the headlamp control is in the position and...
Page 39 Lights High beams Push the lever toward the instrument panel to activate. Pull the lever towards you to deactivate. Flash to pass Pull toward you slightly to activate and release to deactivate. PANEL DIMMER CONTROL Use to adjust the brightness of the instrument panel during headlight and parklamp operation.
Page 40 Lights VERTICAL AIM ADJUSTMENT Your vehicle is fitted with either VOR (conventional halogen) or VOL (High Intensity Discharge - HID) headlamps. The adjustment procedure depends on the type of headlamps that are equipped on your vehicle. VOR is marked on the bottom inboard corner of the lens. VOL is marked on the top of the lens between the rubber seal and black plastic housing.
Page 41 Lights VOL (HID) 1. Park the vehicle on a level surface approximately 7.6 meters (25 feet) from a vertical wall or screen directly in front of it. 2. Measure the height of the headlamp bulb center from the ground, subtract 53.3 mm (2.1 inches), and make 2.5 meters (8 foot) horizontal reference line on the vertical wall or screen at this...
Page 42 Lights TURN SIGNAL CONTROL • Push down to activate the left turn signal. • Push up to activate the right turn signal. INTERIOR LAMPS Dome lamps The dome lamp is equipped with a control switch that will illuminate when: • the doors are closed and the switch is in the on position.
Page 43 Lights BULBS Replacing exterior bulbs Check the operation of all the bulbs frequently. Using the right bulbs Replacement bulbs are specified in the chart below. Headlamp bulbs must be marked with an authorized “D.O.T.” for North America to assure lamp performance, light brightness and pattern and safe visibility. The correct bulbs will not damage the lamp assembly or void the lamp assembly warranty and will provide quality bulb burn time.
Page 44 Lights Replacing headlamp bulbs Make sure the headlamp switch is in the OFF position. To remove the high or low beam headlamp bulb: 1. Lift the hood and remove the bulb cover. 2. Swivel the wire clip to the side and pull out the lamp.
Page 45 3. Pull the bulb straight out of the bulb socket. Note: On vehicles fitted with VOL (HID) headlamps, have your Ford dealer change the park lamp bulbs. 2004 Focus (foc) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt)
Page 46 Lights Replacing tail/brake/backup lights and turn signal bulbs (coupe) 1. Make sure the headlamp control is in the OFF position and then open the hatchback. 2. From inside the luggage compartment remove the wing nut of the rear light assembly cover. 3.
Page 47 Lights Replacing tail/brake/backup lights and turn signal bulbs (wagon) 1. Make sure the headlamp control is in the OFF position and then open the hatchback. 2. Using a screwdriver remove the fixings and trim from the body. 3. Remove the socket from the lamp assembly 4.
Page 48 Lights Replacing high-mount brake lamp bulbs Sedan 1. Make sure the headlamp control is in the OFF position and open the luggage compartment. 2. Using a screwdriver remove the trim from the tailgate. 3. Pull the bulb holder from the lamp assembly.
Page 49 Lights Replacing the luggage compartment lamp 1. Make sure the headlamp control is in the OFF position. 2. Carefully pry out the light assembly from the holder with a flathead screwdriver. 3. Pull the bulb straight out. Install in reverse order. Replacing interior lamps 1.
Page 50: Driver Controls
Driver Controls Driver Controls MULTI-FUNCTION LEVER Windshield wiper: Move the lever down for a single wipe. For intermittent operation, move control up one position and adjust the rotary control to the desired speed. For normal operation, move control up two positions. For high speed operation, move control up three positions.
Page 51 Driver Controls Changing the wiper blades 1. Pull the wiper arm away from the vehicle. Turn the blade at an angle from the wiper arm. Push the lock pin manually to release the blade and pull the wiper blade down toward the windshield to remove it from the arm.
Page 52 Driver Controls HORN Press the steering wheel pad. The horn can be operated when the ignition is off. AUXILIARY POWER POINT (IF EQUIPPED) Power point outlets are designed for accessory use only. Do not hang any type of accessories or accessory bracket from the their plugs.
Page 53 Driver Controls POWER WINDOWS (IF EQUIPPED) When closing the power windows, you should verify they are free of obstructions and ensure that children and/or pets are not in the proximity of the window openings. Press and hold the bottom part of the rocker switch to open the window.
Page 54 Driver Controls Heated mirrors (if equipped) Both mirrors are heated automatically to remove ice, mist and fog when the rear window defrost is activated. Do not remove ice from the mirrors with a scraper or attempt to readjust the mirror glass if it is frozen in place.
Page 55 Driver Controls 3. Press the SET ACCEL control and release it. 4. Take your foot off the accelerator pedal. 5. The indicator light on the instrument cluster will turn on. Note: • Vehicle speed may vary momentarily when driving up and down a steep hill.
Page 56 Driver Controls Increasing speed while using speed control There are two ways to set a higher speed: • Press and hold the SET ACCEL control until you get to the desired speed, then release the control. You can also use the SET ACCEL control to operate the Tap-Up function.
Page 57 Driver Controls Turning off speed control Press the speed control OFF control. Note: When you turn off the speed control or the ignition, your speed control set speed memory is erased. MOON ROOF (SUNROOF) (IF EQUIPPED) You can move the glass panel of the moon roof back to open or tilt up to ventilate the vehicle.
Page 58 The moon roof will move about 0.5 seconds at a time and then stop again. Press the switch repeatedly until the moon roof is closed. Have the system checked by your Ford Dealer immediately. REMOTE LUGGAGE COMPARTMENT RELEASE (IF EQUIPPED) To open the luggage compartment, press the control.
Page 59 Driver Controls and security when appropriately used, particularly in emergency situations. Safety must be paramount when using mobile communications equipment to avoid negating these benefits. Mobile Communication Equipment includes, but is not limited to cellular phones, pagers, portable email devices, in vehicle communications systems, telematics devices and portable two-way radios.
Page 60 Driver Controls Wagon Pull out the roller cover and secure the retaining points. The cover can be removed completely by pressing inward on both ends of the support. To reduce the risk of injury, the luggage cover must be properly attached to the mounting clips.
Page 61 Driver Controls Do not leave the liftgate open while driving. Doing so could cause serious damage to the liftgate and its components as well as allowing carbon monoxide to enter the vehicle. Make sure that the liftgate door is closed to prevent exhaust fumes from being drawn into the vehicle.
Page 62: Locks And Security
Locks and Security Locks and Security KEYS The key operates all locks on your vehicle. In case of loss, replacement keys are available from your dealer. You should always carry a second key with you in a safe place in case you require it in an emergency.
Page 63 Locks and Security To deactivate/reactivate the autolock feature using the power door unlock control You must complete steps 1-7 within 30 seconds or the procedure will have to be repeated. If the procedure needs to be repeated, you must wait 30 seconds. 1.
Page 64 Locks and Security INTERIOR LUGGAGE COMPARTMENT RELEASE Your vehicle is equipped with a mechanical interior luggage compartment release handle that provides a means of escape for children and adults in the event they become locked inside the luggage compartment. Adults are advised to familiarize themselves with the operation and location of the release handle.
Page 65 Locks and Security REMOTE ENTRY SYSTEM (IF EQUIPPED) This device complies with part 15 of the FCC rules and with RS-210 of Industry Canada. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
Page 66 Locks and Security Unlocking the doors 1. Press and release to unlock the driver’s door. Note: The interior lamps will illuminate. 2. With the all-door remote entry, press and release again within three seconds to unlock all the doors. The remote entry system activates the illuminated entry feature. This feature turns on the interior lamps for 25 seconds or until the ignition is turned to the 3 (ON) position.
Page 67 Locks and Security Replacing the battery The remote entry transmitter uses one coin type three-volt lithium battery CR2032 or equivalent. To replace the battery: 1. Twist a thin coin between the two halves of the remote entry transmitter near the key ring. DO NOT TAKE THE RUBBER COVER AND CIRCUIT BOARD OFF THE FRONT HOUSING OF THE...
Page 68 Programming spare keys for instructions on how to program the coded key. Note: The SecuriLock passive anti-theft system is not compatible with non-Ford aftermarket remote start systems. Use of these systems may result in vehicle starting problems and a loss of security protection. 2004 Focus (foc) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt)
Page 69 Locks and Security Note: Large metallic objects, electronic devices that are used to purchase gasoline or similar items, or a second coded key on the same key chain may cause vehicle starting issues. You need to prevent these objects from touching the coded key while starting the engine. These objects will not cause damage to the coded key, but may cause a momentary issue if they are too close to the key when starting the engine.
Page 70 Locks and Security • If two previously programmed coded keys are not available, you must take your vehicle to your dealer to have the spare key(s) programmed. 1. Insert a previously programmed coded key into the ignition. 2. Turn the ignition from the 3 (OFF) position to the 4 (ON) position. Keep the ignition in the 4 (ON) position for at least one second, but no more than 10 seconds.
Page 71 Locks and Security To program additional new unprogrammed key(s), repeat this procedure from Step 1 for each additional key. PERIMETER ALARM SYSTEM (IF EQUIPPED) The perimeter anti-theft system will warn you in the event of an unauthorized entry to your vehicle. If there is any potential perimeter anti-theft problem with your vehicle, ensure ALL remote entry transmitters are taken to the dealership to aid in troubleshooting.
Page 72: Seating And Safety Restraints
Seating and Safety Restraints Seating and Safety Restraints SEATING Notes: Reclining the seatback can cause an occupant to slide under the seat’s safety belt, resulting in severe personal injuries in the event of a collision. Do not pile cargo higher than the seatbacks to reduce the risk of injury in a collision or sudden stop.
Page 73 Seating and Safety Restraints Adjusting the front manual seat Pull the lever located under the front edge of the seat to move the seat forward or backward. Turn the control to adjust the lumbar support (if equipped). Turn the handle to adjust the height of the seat.
Page 74 Seating and Safety Restraints Heated seats (if equipped) The heated seats switch is located on the center console. To operate the heated seats: • Push control to activate. • Push again to deactivate. The maximum temperature is reached after five or six minutes. The indicator light on the switch is illuminated when activated.
Page 75 Seating and Safety Restraints On three door models, front safety belts should be pulled backwards to allow easier entry to or exit from the rear seats. Do not place objects behind the seat which could prevent the engagement of the seat lock. REAR SEATS Folding rear seat cushion forward Lift the seat cushion and pull it...
Page 76 Seating and Safety Restraints Folding the rear seat back forward Coupe and wagon Remove the head restraints (if equipped) of the rear seats and stow them on the floor behind the front seats. Push the unlocking control on the rear seatback and fold the rear seatback forward.
Page 77 Seating and Safety Restraints Folding the seat cushion and seatback forward Pull the loop between the respective seat cushion and seatback, and fold the seat cushion on that side forward. Remove the head restraint(s) (if equipped) of the rear seat, and fold the seatback forward.
Page 78 Seating and Safety Restraints How does the personal safety system work? The Personal Safety System can adapt the deployment strategy of your vehicle’s safety devices according to crash severity and conditions. A collection of crash sensors provides information to the Restraints Control Module (RCM).
Page 79 Seating and Safety Restraints Front safety belt pretensioners The safety belt pretensioners are designed to tighten the safety belts firmly against the occupant’s body during a collision. This maximizes the effectiveness of the safety belts and helps properly position the occupant relative to the air bag to improve protection.
Page 80 Seating and Safety Restraints Safety belt precautions Always drive and ride with your seatback upright and the lap belt snug and low across the hips. To reduce the risk of injury, make sure children sit where they can be properly restrained. Never let a passenger hold a child on his or her lap while the vehicle is moving.
Page 81 Seating and Safety Restraints Combination lap and shoulder belts 1. Insert the belt tongue into the proper buckle (the buckle closest to the direction the tongue is coming from) until you hear a snap and feel it latch. Make sure the tongue is securely fastened in the buckle.
Page 82 Seating and Safety Restraints The front outboard and rear safety restraints in the vehicle are combination lap and shoulder belts. The front passenger and rear seat safety belts have two types of locking modes. Vehicle sensitive mode The vehicle sensitive mode is the normal retractor mode, allowing free shoulder belt length adjustment to your movements and locking in response to vehicle movement.
Page 83 This indicates the safety belt is now in the automatic locking mode. How to disengage the automatic locking mode Ford Motor Company recommends that all passenger safety belt assemblies and attaching hardware should be inspected by a qualified technician after any collision to verify that the automatic locking retractor feature for child seats is still working properly.
Page 84 Seating and Safety Restraints Failure to replace the safety belt assembly under the above conditions could result in severe personal injuries in the event of a collision. Front safety belt height adjustment Adjust the height of the shoulder belt so the belt rests across the middle of your shoulder.
Page 85 Seating and Safety Restraints Conditions of operation If... Then... The driver’s safety belt is not The safety belt warning light buckled before the ignition illuminates 1-2 minutes and the switch is turned to the ON warning chime sounds 4-8 seconds. position...
Page 86 Seating and Safety Restraints The following are reasons most often given for not wearing safety belts: (All statistics based on U.S. data) Reasons given... Consider... “Crashes are rare events” 36700 crashes occur every day. The more we drive, the more we are exposed to “rare”...
Page 87 Seating and Safety Restraints Reasons given... Consider... “I have an air bag” Air bags offer greater protection when used with safety belts. Frontal airbags are not designed to inflate in rear and side crashes or rollovers. “I’d rather be thrown clear” Not a good idea.
Page 88 Seating and Safety Restraints BeltMinder activation and deactivation procedure 1. Turn the ignition switch to the RUN (or ON) position. (DO NOT START THE ENGINE.) 2. Wait until the safety belt warning light turns off. (Approximately 1–2 minutes.) • Steps 3–5 must be completed within 60 seconds or the procedure will have to be repeated.
Page 89 (if equipped), shoulder belt guide on seatback (if equipped), child safety seat LATCH and tether anchors, and attaching hardware, should be inspected after a collision. Ford Motor Company recommends that all safety belt assemblies in use in vehicles involved in a collision be replaced.
Page 90 Seating and Safety Restraints AIR BAG SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT SYSTEM (SRS) The supplemental restraint system is designed to work with the safety belt to help protect the driver and right front passenger from certain upper body injuries. Air bags DO NOT inflate slowly or gently, and the risk of injury from a deploying air bag is the greatest close to the trim covering the air bag module.
Page 91 Do not attempt to service, repair, or modify the air bag supplemental restraint systems or its fuses. See your Ford or Lincoln Mercury dealer. 2004 Focus (foc)
Page 92 Seating and Safety Restraints Children and air bags Children must always be properly restrained. Accident statistics suggest that children are safer when properly restrained in the rear seating positions than in the front seating position. Failure to follow these instructions may increase the risk of injury in a collision.
Page 93 Seating and Safety Restraints The air bags inflate and deflate rapidly upon activation. After air bag deployment, it is normal to notice a smoke-like, powdery residue or smell the burnt propellant. This may consist of cornstarch, talcum powder (to lubricate the bag) or sodium compounds (e.g., baking soda) that result from the combustion process that inflates the...
Page 94 Seating and Safety Restraints • diagnostic module. • and the electrical wiring which connects the components. The diagnostic module monitors its own internal circuits and the supplemental air bag electrical system wiring (including the impact sensors), the system wiring, the air bag system readiness light, the air bag back up power and the air bag ignitors.
Page 95 Do not attempt to service, repair, or modify the air bag SRS, its fuses or the seat cover on a seat containing an air bag. See your Ford or Lincoln Mercury dealer. All occupants of the vehicle should always wear their safety belts even when an air bag SRS is provided.
Page 96 Seating and Safety Restraints The fact that the air bags did not inflate in a collision does not mean that something is wrong with the system. Rather, it means the forces were not of the type sufficient to cause activation. Side air bags are designed to inflate in side-impact collisions, not roll-over, rear-impact, frontal or near-frontal collisions, unless the collision causes sufficient lateral deceleration.
Page 97 Seating and Safety Restraints Accident statistics indicate that children are safer when properly restrained in the rear seats. Do not leave children, unreliable adults, or pets unattended in your vehicle. Safety belts and seats can become hot in a vehicle that has been closed up in sunny weather, they could burn a small child.
Page 98 To improve the fit of both the lap and shoulder belt on children who have outgrown child safety seats, Ford Motor Company recommends use of a belt-positioning booster. Booster seats position a child so that safety belts fit better. They lift the child up so that the lap belt rests low across the hips and the knees bend comfortably.
Page 99 Seating and Safety Restraints Types of booster seats There are two types of belt-positioning booster seats: • Those that are backless. If your backless booster seat has a removable shield, remove the shield and use the lap/shoulder belt. If a seating position has a low seat back and no head restraint, a backless booster seat may place your child’s head (top...
Page 100 Seating and Safety Restraints Follow all instructions provided by the manufacturer of the booster seat. Never put the shoulder belt under a child’s arm or behind the back because it eliminates the protection for the upper part of the body and may increase the risk of injury or death in a collision. Never use pillows, books, or towels to boost a child.
Page 101 36 kg (80 pounds) using an upper torso harness and a belt-positioning booster. Ford recommends the use of a child safety seat having a top tether strap. Install the child safety seat in a seating position with LATCH and tether anchors.
Page 102 Seating and Safety Restraints 1. Position the child safety seat in a seat with a combination lap and shoulder belt. 2. Pull down on the shoulder belt and then grasp the shoulder belt and lap belt together. 3. While holding the shoulder and lap belt portions together, route the tongue through the child seat according to the child seat...
Page 103 Seating and Safety Restraints 4. Insert the belt tongue into the proper buckle (the buckle closest to the direction the tongue is coming from) for that seating position until you hear a snap and feel the latch engage. Make sure the tongue is latched securely by pulling on it.
Page 104 Seating and Safety Restraints 8. Allow the safety belt to retract to remove any slack in the belt. 9. Before placing the child in the seat, forcibly move the seat forward and back to make sure the seat is securely held in place. To check this, grab the seat at the belt path and attempt to move it side to side and forward.
Page 105 Seating and Safety Restraints 1. Position the child safety seat on the seat cushion. 2. Route the child safety seat tether strap over the back of the seat. On hatchbacks, the removable luggage area cover must be removed prior to attaching the tether strap to the tether anchor. On wagons, it may be necessary to remove the cargo cover assembly prior to attaching the tether strap to the tether anchor.
Page 106 Seating and Safety Restraints 5. Clip the tether strap to the anchor as shown. If the tether strap is clipped incorrectly, the child safety seat may not be retained properly in the event of a collision. 6. Install the child safety seat tightly using the LATCH anchors or safety belts.
Page 107 Seating and Safety Restraints LATCH anchors for child seat installation have been provided in your vehicle at the following locations: The anchors on both sides of the center of the rear seat are provided primarily for child seats at the outboard seats and are further apart than the pairs of lower anchors for child seat installation at other seats.
Page 108 Driving Driving STARTING Positions of the ignition 1. LOCK, locks the steering wheel, automatic transaxle gearshift lever and allows key removal. 2. OFF, shuts the engine and all electrical accessories off without locking the steering wheel.The audio system will still function. 3.
Page 109 Driving If you smell exhaust fumes inside your vehicle, have your dealer inspect your vehicle immediately. Do not drive if you smell exhaust fumes. Important safety precautions When the engine starts, the idle RPM runs faster to warm the engine. If the engine idle speed does not slow down automatically, have the vehicle checked.
Page 110 Driving If starting a vehicle with a manual transaxle: 1. Make sure the parking brake is set. 2. Push the clutch pedal to the floor. • Turn the key to 3 (ON) without turning the key to 4 (START). 2004 Focus (foc) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus)
Page 111 Driving Make sure the corresponding lights illuminate or illuminate briefly. If a light fails to illuminate, have the vehicle serviced. • If the driver’s safety belt is fastened, the light may not illuminate. Starting the engine 1. Turn the key to 3 (ON) without turning the key to 4 (START).
Page 112 Driving Guarding against exhaust fumes Carbon monoxide is present in exhaust fumes. Take precautions to avoid its dangerous effects. If you smell exhaust fumes inside your vehicle, have your dealer inspect your vehicle immediately. Do not drive if you smell exhaust fumes.
Page 113 Driving effectiveness of the ABS and will increase your vehicle’s stopping distance. The ABS will be activated immediately, allowing you to retain full steering control during hard braking and on slippery surfaces. However, the ABS does not decrease stopping distance. ABS warning lamp The ABS lamp in the instrument cluster momentarily illuminates...
Page 114 Driving TRACTION CONTROL (IF EQUIPPED) Your vehicle may be equipped with a Traction Control system. This system helps you maintain the stability and steerability of your vehicle, especially on slippery road surfaces such as snow- or ice-covered roads and gravel roads. The system will allow your vehicle to make better use of available traction in these conditions.
Page 115 Driving STEERING To prevent damage to the power steering system: • Never hold the steering wheel at its furthest turning points (until it stops) for more than a few seconds when the engine is running. • Do not operate the vehicle with a low power steering pump fluid level (below the MIN mark on the reservoir).
Page 116 Driving 2. Using a screwdriver (or similar tool), remove the protective cover to the interlock access hole on the console. Insert the key to release the interlock. 3. Apply the parking brake, then shift to N (Neutral). 4. Start the vehicle. If it is necessary to use the above procedure to move the gearshift lever, it is possible that a fuse has blown or the vehicle’s brakelamps are not operating properly.
Page 117 Driving upshifts and downshifts; during this learning process, slightly firmer shifts may occur. After this learning process, normal shift feel and shift scheduling will resume. P (Park) This position locks the transaxle and prevents the front wheels from turning. To put your vehicle in gear: •...
Page 118 Driving D (Overdrive) The normal driving position for the best fuel economy; transaxle operates in gears one through four. D (Overdrive) can be deactivated by pressing the transaxle control switch on the end of the gearshift lever. This will illuminate the O/D OFF lamp and activate Drive. Drive (not shown) Drive is activated when the transaxle control switch is pressed.
Page 119 Driving If your vehicle gets stuck in mud or snow If your vehicle gets stuck in mud or snow, it may be rocked out by shifting from forward and reverse gears, stopping between shifts in a steady pattern. Press lightly on the accelerator in each gear. If necessary, try turning the Traction Control system off.
Page 120 Driving Recommended shift speeds Upshift according to the following chart: Recommended upshifts (for best fuel economy) when accelerating 5-speed manual transaxle Shift from: 1 - 2 14 mph (23 km/h) 2 - 3 25 mph (40 km/h) 3 - 4 36 mph (58 km/h) 4 - 5 45 mph (72 km/h)
Page 121 Driving DRIVING THROUGH WATER If driving through deep or standing water is unavoidable, proceed very slowly especially if the depth is not known. Never drive through water that is higher than the bottom of the hubs (for trucks) or the bottom of the wheel rims (for cars).
Page 122 Driving GAWR (Gross Axle Weight Rating) – is the maximum allowable weight that can be carried by a single axle (front or rear). These numbers are shown on the Safety Compliance Certification Label located on the driver’s door or door pillar. The total load on each axle must never exceed its GAWR.
Page 123 Driving Exceeding the Safety Certification Label axle weight rating limits could result in substandard vehicle handling, performance, engine, transmission and/or structural damage, serious damage to the vehicle, loss of control and personal injury. GCW (Gross Combined Weight) – is the weight of the loaded vehicle (GVW) plus the weight of the fully loaded trailer.
Page 124 Driving Do not use replacement tires with lower load carrying capacities than the originals because they may lower the vehicle’s GVWR and GAWR limitations. Replacement tires with a higher limit than the originals do not increase the GVWR and GAWR limitations. Exceeding any vehicle weight rating limitation could result in serious damage to the vehicle and/or personal injury.
Page 125 Driving If you use a rental trailer, follow the instructions that the rental agency gives to you. Do not attach safety chains to the bumper. Trailer brakes Electric brakes and manual, automatic or surge-type trailer brakes are safe if installed properly and adjusted to the manufacturer’s specifications.
Page 126 Driving • Allow more distance for stopping with a trailer attached. • If you are driving down a long or steep hill, shift to a lower gear. Do not apply the brakes continuously, as they may overheat and become less effective. •...
Page 127: Roadside Emergencies
Roadside Emergencies Roadside Emergencies GETTING ROADSIDE ASSISTANCE To fully assist you should you have a vehicle concern, Ford Motor Company offers a complimentary roadside assistance program. This program is separate from the New Vehicle Limited Warranty. The service is available: •...
Page 128 Roadside Emergencies Canadian customers who require roadside assistance, call 1–800–665–2006. If you need to arrange roadside assistance for yourself, Ford Motor Company will reimburse a reasonable amount. To obtain reimbursement information, U.S. Ford or Mercury vehicles customers call 1-800-241-3673; Lincoln vehicle customers call 1–800–521–4140.
Page 129 Roadside Emergencies This switch is located in the front passenger’s footwell, behind the kick panel access cover. To reset the switch: 1. Turn the ignition OFF. 2. Check the fuel system for leaks. 3. If no leaks are apparent, reset the switch by pushing in on the reset button.
Page 130 Roadside Emergencies Standard fuse amperage rating and color COLOR Cartridge Fuse Mini Standard Maxi Fuse link maxi rating fuses fuses fuses cartridge fuses Grey Grey — — — Violet Violet — — — Pink Pink — — — — — —...
Page 131 Roadside Emergencies The fuses are coded as follows. Fuse/Relay Fuse Amp Passenger Compartment Fuse Location Rating Panel Description — Starter relay – Rear intermittent relay — Front wiper intermittent relay — Not used — Not used — Decklid/Liftgate release relay —...
Page 132 Roadside Emergencies Fuse/Relay Fuse Amp Passenger Compartment Fuse Location Rating Panel Description Horn, Power seats (SVT only) Power sunroof 7.5A Interior lamps, Power mirrors 7.5A A/C switch, Hazard flasher, Instrument cluster Decklid/Liftgate release — Not used — Not used Backup lamps (automatic transaxle) 7.5A Radio and cluster (accessory)
Page 133 Roadside Emergencies Fuse/Relay Fuse Amp Passenger Compartment Fuse Location Rating Panel Description 7.5A PATS modules, Instrument cluster 7.5A License plate lamp Power locks (GEM) Fuse 63 is located on the back of the fuse panel. See your dealer or a certified technician for service of this fuse.
Page 134 Roadside Emergencies To remove a fuse, use the fuse puller tool provided on the power distribution box cover. The high-current fuses are coded as follows: Fuse/Relay Fuse Amp Power Distribution Box Location Rating Description Main power supply to electrical system Engine cooling fan (A/C) 2nd fuse Cooling fan (2.0L engine only) Air pump motor...
Page 135 Roadside Emergencies Fuse/Relay Fuse Amp Power Distribution Box Location Rating Description Battery voltage sensor (2.0L engine only) (2.3L engine only) Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) Fuel pump — Not used — Not used A/C clutch solenoid Low beam (left side - conventional headlamps) Low beam (left side - HID headlamps)
Page 136 Roadside Emergencies Fuse/Relay Fuse Amp Power Distribution Box Location Rating Description — Not used High beams (right and left) — Not used Cooling fan (2.3L engine only) Heater blower motor — Ignition relay — Air pump motor relay (2.3L engine only) —...
Page 137 Roadside Emergencies CHANGING A FLAT TIRE If you get a flat tire while driving: • do not brake heavily. • gradually decrease the vehicle’s speed. • hold the steering wheel firmly. • slowly move to a safe place on the side of the road. The use of tire sealants may damage your tires.
Page 138 Ford. If the dissimilar spare tire or wheel is damaged, it should be replaced rather than repaired.
Page 139 Roadside Emergencies Tire change procedure 1. Park on a level surface, activate hazard flashers and set the parking brake. When one of the front wheels is off the ground, the transaxle alone will not prevent the vehicle from moving or slipping off the jack, even if the vehicle is in P (Park) (automatic transaxle) or R (Reverse) (manual transaxle).
Page 140 Roadside Emergencies 4. On coupe models, unsnap and remove the access door (if equipped) on the lower rocker molding (SVT only) to access the proper jacking points. 5. Loosen each wheel lug nut one-half turn counterclockwise but do not remove them until the wheel is raised off the ground.
Page 141 Roadside Emergencies 6. The vehicle jacking points are depicted on the yellow warning label on the jack shown here. Depending on which tire is to be changed, locate the jack at the half-moon cutout located approximately six inches (15 cm) from the front wheel opening (1) or approximately 15 inches (38 cm) from the rear wheel opening (2).
Page 142 Roadside Emergencies Do not attempt to push-start your vehicle. Automatic transmissions do not have push-start capability; doing so may damage the catalytic converter. Preparing your vehicle When the battery is disconnected or a new battery is installed, the transmission must relearn its shift strategy. As a result, the transmission may have firm and/or soft shifts.
Page 143 Roadside Emergencies 2. Connect the other end of the positive (+) cable to the positive (+) terminal of the assisting battery. 3. Connect the negative (-) cable to the negative (-) terminal of the assisting battery. 2004 Focus (foc) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus)
Page 144 Roadside Emergencies 4. Make the final connection of the negative (-) cable to an exposed metal part of the stalled vehicle’s engine, away from the battery and the carburetor/fuel injection system. Do not use fuel lines, engine rocker covers or the intake manifold as grounding points. Do not connect the end of the second cable to the negative (-) terminal of the battery to be jumped.
Page 145 Roadside Emergencies • 2.0L Zetec engine • 2.3L PZEV engine 5. Ensure that the cables are clear of fan blades, belts, moving parts of both engines, or any fuel delivery system parts. 2004 Focus (foc) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus)
Page 146 Roadside Emergencies Jump starting 1. Start the engine of the booster vehicle and run the engine at moderately increased speed. 2. Start the engine of the disabled vehicle. 3. Once the disabled vehicle has been started, run both engines for an additional three minutes before disconnecting the jumper cables.
Page 147 Roadside Emergencies 3. Remove the jumper cable from the positive (+) terminal of the booster vehicle’s battery. 4. Remove the jumper cable from the positive (+) terminal of the disabled vehicle’s battery. After the disabled vehicle has been started and the jumper cables removed, allow it to idle for several minutes so the engine computer can relearn its idle conditions.
Page 148 It is recommended that your vehicle be towed with a wheel lift or flatbed equipment. Do not tow with a slingbelt. Ford Motor Company has not approved a slingbelt towing procedure. If your vehicle is to be towed from the rear using wheel lift equipment, the front wheels (drive wheels) must be placed on a dolly to prevent damage to the transmission.
Page 149: Customer Assistance
Center at the number below. Away from home If you own a Ford or Mercury vehicle and are away from home when your vehicle needs service, or if you need more help than the dealership could provide, after following the steps described above, contact the Ford Customer Relationship Center to find an authorized dealership to help you.
Page 150 If you own a Lincoln vehicle and are away from home when your vehicle needs service, or if you need more help than the dealership could provide, after following the steps described above, contact the Ford Customer Relationship Center to find an authorized dealership to help you.
Page 151 5,000 participating Ford or Lincoln Mercury and Ford of Canada dealers. If you did not take advantage of the Ford Extended Service Plan at the time of purchasing your vehicle, you may still be eligible. Since this information is subject to change, please ask your dealer for complete details about Ford Extended Service Plan coverage options, or visit the Ford ESP website at www.ford-esp.com.
Page 152 THE DISPUTE SETTLEMENT BOARD (U.S. ONLY) The Dispute Settlement Board is: • an independent, third-party arbitration program for warranty disputes. • available free to owners and lessees of qualifying Ford Motor Company vehicles. The Dispute Settlement Board may not be available in all states. Ford...
Page 153 • The name of the dealer(s) who sold or serviced the vehicle. • A brief description of your unresolved concern. • A brief summary of the action taken by the dealer(s) and Ford Motor Company. • The names (if known) of all the people you contacted at the dealership(s).
Page 154 After a case is reviewed, the Board mails you a decision letter and a form on which to accept or reject the Board’s decision. The decisions of the Board are binding on Ford (and, in some cases, on the dealer) but not on consumers who are free to pursue other remedies available to them under state or federal law.
Page 155 UTILIZING THE MEDIATION/ARBITRATION PROGRAM (CANADA ONLY) In those cases where you continue to feel that the efforts by Ford and the dealer to resolve a factory-related vehicle service concern have been unsatisfactory, Ford of Canada participates in an impartial third party mediation/arbitration program administered by the Canadian Motor Vehicle Arbitration Plan (CAMVAP).
Page 156 If your vehicle must be serviced while you are traveling or living in Central or South America, the Caribbean, or the Middle East, contact the nearest Ford dealership. If the dealership cannot help you, write or call: FORD MOTOR COMPANY...
Page 157 In the case of 1 or 2 above, the consumer must also notify the manufacturer of the need for the repair of the nonconformity at the following address: Ford Motor Company 16800 Executive Plaza Drive Mail Drop 3NE-B Dearborn, MI 48126...
Page 158 However, NHTSA cannot become involved in individual problems between you, your dealer, or Ford Motor Company. To contact NHTSA, you may either call the Auto Safety Hotline toll-free at 1–800–424–9393 (or 366–0123 in the Washington D.C.
Page 159 Cleaning Cleaning WASHING THE EXTERIOR Wash your vehicle regularly with cool or lukewarm water and a neutral Ph shampoo, such as Motorcraft Detail Wash (ZC-3–A), which is available from your dealer. • Never use strong household detergents or soap, such as dish washing or laundry liquid.
Page 160 Cleaning PAINT CHIPS Your dealer has touch-up paint and sprays to match your vehicle’s color. Take your color code (printed on a sticker in the driver’s door jam) to your dealer to ensure you get the correct color. • Remove particles such as bird droppings, tree sap, insect deposits, tar spots, road salt and industrial fallout before repairing paint chips.
Page 161 Cleaning • Spray Motorcraft Engine Shampoo and Degreaser (ZC-20) on all parts that require cleaning and pressure rinse clean. • Never wash or rinse the engine while it is running; water in the running engine may cause internal damage. • Cover the highlighted areas to prevent water damage when cleaning the engine.
Page 162 Cleaning • Do not use fuel, kerosene, or paint thinner to clean any parts. • Wiper blades can be cleaned with isopropyl (rubbing) alcohol or windshield washer solution. Be sure to replace wiper blades when they appear worn or do not function properly. Do not use sharp objects, such as a razor blade, to clean the inside of the rear window or to remove decals, as it may cause damage to the rear window defroster’s heated grid lines.
Page 163 FORD, LINCOLN AND MERCURY CAR CARE PRODUCTS Your Ford, Lincoln or Mercury dealer has many quality products available to clean your vehicle and protect its finishes. These quality products have been specifically engineered to fulfill your automotive needs; they are custom designed to complement the style and appearance of your vehicle.
Page 164 Motorcraft Wheel and Tire Cleaner (ZC-37–A) Motorcraft Dash and Vinyl Cleaner (ZC-38–A) Motorcraft Car Care Kit (ZC-26) Ford Premium Car Wash Concentrate (F2SZ-19523–WC) Motorcraft Carlite Glass Cleaner (Canada only) (CXC-100) Motorcraft Spot and Stain Remover (ZC-14) Motorcraft Detail Wash (ZC-3–A)
Page 165: Maintenance And Specifications
Maintenance and Specifications Maintenance and Specifications SERVICE RECOMMENDATIONS To help you service your vehicle: • We highlight do-it-yourself items in the engine compartment for easy location. • We provide a scheduled maintenance guide which makes tracking routine service easy. If your vehicle requires professional service, your dealership can provide the necessary parts and service.
Page 166 Maintenance and Specifications Working with the engine on • Automatic transmission: 1. Set the parking brake and shift to P (Park). 2. Block the wheels. • Manual transmission: 1. Set the parking brake, depress the clutch and place the gearshift in N (Neutral).
Page 167 Maintenance and Specifications IDENTIFYING COMPONENTS IN THE ENGINE COMPARTMENT 2.0L I4 SPI 1. Power steering fluid reservoir 2. Engine oil dipstick 3. Engine oil filler cap 4. Brake/Clutch fluid reservoir 5. Power distribution box 6. Air filter assembly 7. Windshield washer fluid reservoir 8.
Page 168 Maintenance and Specifications 2.0L Zetec-E Engine 1. Power steering fluid reservoir 2. Engine oil filler cap 3. Brake/Clutch fluid reservoir 4. Power distribution box 5. Air filter assembly 6. Windshield washer fluid reservoir 7. Battery 8. Automatic transaxle fluid dipstick (if equipped) 9.
Page 169 Maintenance and Specifications 2.3L I4 PZEV Engine 1. Power steering fluid reservoir 2. Engine oil filler cap 3. Brake/Clutch fluid reservoir 4. Power distribution box 5. Battery 6. Windshield washer fluid reservoir 7. Air filter service minder 8. Automatic transaxle fluid dipstick (if equipped) 9.
Page 170 In very cold weather, do not fill the reservoir completely. Only use a washer fluid that meets Ford specification WSB-M8B16–A2. Refer to Lubricant specifications in this chapter. State or local regulations on volatile organic compounds may restrict the use of methanol, a common windshield washer antifreeze additive.
Page 171 Maintenance and Specifications 5. Locate and carefully remove the engine oil indicator (dipstick). • 2.0L SPI/2.3L I4engine • 2.0L Zetec engine 6. Wipe the indicator clean. Insert the indicator fully, then remove it again. • If the oil level is between the MIN and MAX marks(2.0L SPI/2.3 engine) or between ADD and FULL (2.0L Zetec engine), the oil level is acceptable.
Page 172 Maintenance and Specifications • 2.0L Zetec • 2.3L I4 • If the oil level is below the MIN/ADD mark, add enough oil to raise the level within the MIN-MAX/ADD-FULL range. • Oil levels above the MAX/FULL mark may cause engine damage. Some oil must be removed from the engine by a service technician.
Page 173 Only use oils “Certified For Gasoline Engines” by the American Petroleum Institute (API). To protect your engine’s warranty use Motorcraft SAE 5W-20 or an equivalent 5W-20 oil meeting Ford specification WSS-M2C153-H. SAE 5W-20 oil provides optimum fuel economy and durability performance meeting all requirements for your vehicle’s engine.
Page 174 Maintenance and Specifications BATTERY Your vehicle is equipped with a Motorcraft maintenance-free battery which normally does not require additional water during its life of service. However, for severe usage or in high temperature climates, check the battery electrolyte level. Refer to the Scheduled Maintenance Guide for the service interval schedules.
Page 175 Maintenance and Specifications When lifting a plastic-cased battery, excessive pressure on the end walls could cause acid to flow through the vent caps, resulting in personal injury and/or damage to the vehicle or battery. Lift the battery with a battery carrier or with your hands on opposite corners.
Page 176 Maintenance and Specifications If the battery has been disconnected or a new battery has been installed, the clock and the preset radio stations must be reset once the battery is reconnected. • Always dispose of automotive batteries in a responsible manner. Follow your local authorized standards for disposal.
Page 177 Maintenance and Specifications When the engine is cold, check the level of the engine coolant in the reservoir. • The engine coolant should be at the “FULL COLD” level or within the “COLD FILL RANGE” as listed on the engine coolant reservoir (depending upon application).
Page 178 Maintenance and Specifications • Add Motorcraft Premium Gold Engine Coolant (yellow-colored), VC-7–A (U.S., except CA and OR), VC-7–B (CA and OR only), meeting Ford Specification WSS-M97B51–A1. Note: Use of Motorcraft Cooling System Stop Leak Pellets, VC-6, may darken the color of Motorcraft Premium Gold Engine Coolant from yellow to golden tan.
Page 179 Recycled engine coolant Ford Motor Company does NOT recommend the use of recycled engine coolant in vehicles originally equipped with Motorcraft Premium Gold Engine Coolant since a Ford-approved recycling process is not yet available.
Page 180 Maintenance and Specifications Severe climates If you drive in extremely cold climates (less than –36° C [–34° F]): • It may be necessary to increase the coolant concentration above 50%. • NEVER increase the coolant concentration above 60%. • Increased engine coolant concentrations above 60% will decrease the overheat protection characteristics of the engine coolant and may cause engine damage.
Page 181 Maintenance and Specifications How fail-safe cooling works If the engine begins to overheat: • The engine coolant temperature gauge will move to the red (hot) area. • The “Multi-function warning light: automatic transaxle/cooling system” will illuminate (2.0L Zetec engine only). •...
Page 182 Maintenance and Specifications 5. Restart the engine and take your vehicle to a service facility. Driving the vehicle without repairing the engine problem increases the chance of engine damage. Take your vehicle to a service facility as soon as possible. WHAT YOU SHOULD KNOW ABOUT AUTOMOTIVE FUELS Important safety precautions Do not overfill the fuel tank.
Page 183 Maintenance and Specifications • Avoid inhaling fuel vapors. Inhaling too much fuel vapor of any kind can lead to eye and respiratory tract irritation. In severe cases, excessive or prolonged breathing of fuel vapor can cause serious illness and permanent injury. •...
Page 184 The customer warranty may be void for any damage to the fuel tank or fuel system if the correct genuine Ford or Motorcraft fuel filler cap is not used. The fuel system may be under pressure. If the fuel filler cap is venting vapor or if you hear a hissing sound, wait until it stops before completely removing the fuel filler cap.
Page 185 Gasolines that meet the World-wide Fuel Charter should be used when available. Ask your fuel supplier about gasolines that meet the World-wide Fuel Charter. Cleaner air Ford endorses the use of reformulated “cleaner-burning” gasolines to improve air quality. 2004 Focus (foc) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt)
Page 186 Maintenance and Specifications Running out of fuel Avoid running out of fuel because this situation may have an adverse affect on powertrain components. If you have run out of fuel: • You may need to cycle the ignition from OFF to ON several times after refueling, to allow the fuel system to pump the fuel from the tank to the engine.
Page 187 Maintenance and Specifications vehicle after the fuel gauge indicates empty, you might not be able to refuel the full amount of the advertised capacity of the fuel tank due to the empty reserve still present in the tank. For consistent results when filling the fuel tank: •...
Page 188 Maintenance and Specifications Habits • Smooth, moderate operation can yield up to 10% savings in fuel. • Steady speeds without stopping will usually give the best fuel economy. • Idling for long periods of time (greater than one minute) may waste fuel.
Page 189 The scheduled maintenance items listed in the Scheduled Maintenance Guide are essential to the life and performance of your vehicle and to its emissions system. If other than Ford, Motorcraft or Ford-authorized parts are used for maintenance replacements or for service of components affecting 2004 Focus (foc)
Page 190 Maintenance and Specifications emission control, such non-Ford parts should be equivalent to genuine Ford Motor Company parts in performance and durability. Do not park, idle, or drive your vehicle in dry grass or other dry ground cover. The emission system heats up the engine compartment and exhaust system, which can start a fire.
Page 191 Maintenance and Specifications These temporary malfunctions can be corrected by filling the fuel tank with good quality fuel and/or properly tightening the fuel cap. After three driving cycles without these or any other temporary malfunctions present, the Check engine/Service engine soon light should turn off. (A driving cycle consists of a cold engine startup followed by mixed city/highway driving.) No additional vehicle service is required.
Page 192 Maintenance and Specifications CHECKING AND ADDING POWER STEERING FLUID Check the fluid. Refer to the Scheduled Maintenance Guide for service maintenance schedules. 1. Start the engine and let it run until it reaches normal operating schedules. 2. Turn the steering wheel left and right several times.
Page 193 Maintenance and Specifications CLUTCH FLUID (IF EQUIPPED) The clutch master cylinder and brake master cylinder are part of the same system; both are refillable through the brake master cylinder with brake fluid. For more information on brake fluid maintenance, refer to Brake fluid in this chapter.
Page 194 Maintenance and Specifications 5. Remove the dipstick, wiping it clean with a clean, dry lint free rag. If necessary, refer to Identifying components in the engine compartment in this chapter for the location of the dipstick. 6. Install the dipstick making sure it is fully seated in the filler tube. 7.
Page 195 5. Install and tighten the fill plug securely. Use only fluid that meets Ford specifications. Refer to Lubricant specifications in this chapter. 2004 Focus (foc) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt)
Page 196 10 to 12 inches or limited production tires as defined in Title 49 Code of Federal Regulations Part 575.104(c)(2). U.S. Department of Transportation-Tire quality grades: The U.S. Department of Transportation requires Ford to give you the following information about tire grades exactly as the government has written it. Treadwear...
Page 197 Maintenance and Specifications Temperature A B C The temperature grades are A (the highest), B and C, representing the tire’s resistance to the generation of heat and its ability to dissipate heat when tested under controlled conditions on a specified indoor laboratory test wheel.
Page 198 Maintenance and Specifications • Bead area of the tire: Area of the tire next to the rim. • Sidewall of the tire: Area between the bead area and the tread. • Tread area of the tire: Area of the perimeter of the tire that contacts the road when mounted on the vehicle.
Page 199 Maintenance and Specifications 6. 95: Indicates the tire’s load index. It is an index that relates to how much weight a tire can carry. You may find this information in your owner’s guide. If not, contact a local tire dealer. Note: You may not find this information on all tires because it is not required by federal law.
Page 200 Maintenance and Specifications 9. M+S or M/S: Mud and Snow. or AT: All Terrain. or AS: All Season. 10. Tire Ply Composition and Material Used: Indicates the number of plies or the number of layers of rubber-coated fabric in the tire tread and sidewall.
Page 201 Maintenance and Specifications Additional information contained on the tire sidewall for “LT” type tires “LT” type tires have some additional information than those of “P” type tires; these differences are described below: 1. LT: Indicates a tire, designated by the Tire and Rim Association (T&RA), that is intended for service on light trucks.
Page 202 You are strongly urged to buy a reliable tire pressure gauge, as automatic service station gauges may be inaccurate. Ford recommends the use of a digital or dial type tire pressure gauge rather than a stick type tire pressure gauge.
Page 203 Maintenance and Specifications Use the recommended cold inflation pressure for optimum tire performance and wear. Under-inflation or over-inflation may cause uneven treadwear patterns. Under-inflation is the most common cause of tire failures and may result in severe tire cracking, tread separation or blowout , with unexpected loss of vehicle control and increased risk of injury.
Page 204 Wheel misalignment in the front or the rear can cause uneven and rapid treadwear of your tires and should be corrected by a qualified technician at a Ford or Lincoln/Mercury dealer. Front wheel drive (FWD) vehicles, and those with an independent rear suspension require alignment of all four wheels.
Page 205 Maintenance and Specifications • Front Wheel Drive (FWD) vehicles (front tires at top of diagram) • Rear Wheel Drive (RWD) vehicles/Four Wheel Drive (4WD) vehicles (front tires at top of diagram) Sometimes irregular tire wear can be corrected by rotating the tires. 2004 Focus (foc) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus)
Page 206 Maintenance and Specifications Note: If your tires show uneven wear ask a qualified technician at a Ford or Lincoln/Mercury dealership to check for and correct any wheel misalignment, tire imbalance or mechanical problem involved before tire rotation. Note: Your vehicle may be equipped with a dissimilar spare tire/wheel. A dissimilar spare tire/wheel is defined as a spare tire and/or wheel that is different in brand, size or appearance from the road tires and wheels.
Page 207 Only use replacement tires and wheels that are the same size and type (such as P-metric versus LT-metric or all-season versus all-terrain) as those originally provided by Ford. Use of any tire or wheel not recommended by Ford can affect the safety and performance of your vehicle, which could result in an increased risk of loss of vehicle control, vehicle rollover, personal injury and death.
Page 208 Maintenance and Specifications Never spin the tires in excess of the 55 km/h (35 mph) point indicated on the speedometer. Highway hazards No matter how carefully you drive there’s always the possibility that you may eventually have a flat tire on the highway. Drive slowly to the closest safe area out of traffic.
Page 209 Refer to the Scheduled Maintenance Guide for the appropriate intervals for changing the PCV valve. Replace the PCV valve with one that meets Ford material and design specifications for your vehicle, such as a Motorcraft or equivalent replacement part. The customer warranty may be void for any damage to the emissions system if such a PCV valve is not used.
Page 210 Maintenance and Specifications REFILL CAPACITIES Fluid Ford Part Application Capacity Name Brake fluid and Motorcraft Fill to line on clutch fluid High reservoir Performance DOT 3 Motor Vehicle Brake Fluid Engine coolant Motorcraft 2.0L SPI engine 5.75L (6.1 quarts) Premium Gold 2.0L Zetec E...
Page 211 Maintenance and Specifications Fluid Ford Part Application Capacity Name Transaxle fluid Motorcraft Full 5-speed manual 2.0L (2.1 quarts) Synthetic Manual Transmission Fluid Motorcraft Automatic 6.6L (6.9 quarts) MERCON V Windshield Motorcraft Sedan 2.5L (2.6 quarts) washer fluid Premium Windshield Coupe and Wagon 4.0L (4.2 quarts)
Page 212 Use of synthetic or synthetic blend motor oil is not mandatory. Engine oil need only meet the requirements of Ford specification WSS-M2C153–H and the API Certification mark. LUBRICANT SPECIFICATIONS...
Page 213 Maintenance and Specifications Ford Part Ford Part Ford Item Name or Number Specification Equivalent Engine oil Motorcraft SAE XO-5W20-QSP WSS-M2C153-H 5W-20 Premium (US) and API Synthetic Blend CXO-5W20–LSP12 Certification Motor Oil (US) (Canada) Mark Motorcraft SAE 5W-20 Super Premium Motor...
Page 214 Maintenance and Specifications VEHICLE DIMENSIONS Vehicle Sedan mm (in) Coupe mm (in) Wagon mm (in) dimensions (1) Overall length 4440 (174.8 4269 (168.1) 4523 (178.1) (2) Overall width 1988 (78.3) 1988 (78.3) 1988 (78.3) (3) Overall height 1474 (58.0) 1474 (58.0) 1493 (58.8) (4) Wheelbase 2615 (103)
Page 215 Maintenance and Specifications • Coupe 2004 Focus (foc) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus)
Page 216 Maintenance and Specifications • Wagon IDENTIFYING YOUR VEHICLE Certification label The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Regulations require that a Certification label be affixed to a vehicle and prescribe where the Certification label may be located. The Certification label is located on the front door latch pillar on the driver’s side.
Page 217 Maintenance and Specifications Vehicle identification number (VIN) The vehicle identification number is attached to a metal tag and is located on the driver side XXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXX instrument panel. (Please note that in the graphic XXXX is representative of your vehicle identification number.) 1.
Page 218 Maintenance and Specifications Transmission/Transaxle code designations You can find a transmission/transaxle code on the vehicle certification label which is located on the door pillar. The following table tells you which transmission or transaxle each code represents. Truck application: Code Transmission Description Manual transmission Manual 5–speed (AKK)) Manual 5–speed overdrive (Close ratio)
Page 219 Maintenance and Specifications Code Transmission Description Electric One speed electric Automatic 5–speed overdrive (5R44E) Automatic 5–speed overdrive (5R55S) Passenger car application: Code Transmission/Transaxle Description Front wheel drive manual transaxle 5–speed overdrive (MTX75) 5–speed overdrive (M5) Front wheel drive automatic transaxle 4–speed overdrive (4F27E) 4–speed overdrive (4FE) 3–speed (Mazda)
Page 220 In addition, each accessory is made from high quality materials and meets or exceeds Ford’s rigorous engineering and safety specifications. Ford Motor Company will repair or...
Page 221 Accessories Floor mats Interior trim kits Leather wrapped steering wheels Scuff plates Speed control Lifestyle Bike racks Cargo organization and management Engine block heaters and blankets Peace of mind Airbag anti-theft locks First aid and safety kits Full vehicle covers Locking gas cap Navigation systems Remote start...
Page 222 Index Index replacement, specifications ...209 servicing ........174 Air bag supplemental restraint BeltMinder ........85 system ........90, 94 Brakes ........112 and child safety seats ....92 anti-lock ........112 description ......90, 94 anti-lock brake system (ABS) disposal ........96 warning light ......113 driver air bag ......92, 95 fluid, checking and adding ..192 indicator light ......94 fluid, refill capacities ....210...
Page 223 Emergencies, roadside specifications ....212–213 jump-starting ......141 Cruise control (see Speed control) ....54 Emission control system ..189 Customer Assistance ....127 Engine ........213–214 Ford accessories for your cleaning ........160 vehicle ........163 coolant ........176 Ford Extended Service idle speed control ....174 Plan ..........151 lubrication specifications ....212–213...
Page 224 Index Fuel ..........182 Hood ..........166 calculating fuel economy ..186 cap ...........184 capacity ........210 choosing the right fuel ...184 Ignition .......108, 213–214 comparisons with EPA fuel Infant seats economy estimates ....189 (see Safety seats) .....100 detergent in fuel .....185 Inspection/maintenance (I/M) filling your vehicle with testing ........191 fuel ......182, 184, 186...
Page 225 Index Lights, warning and indicator ..10 Power Windows ......53 anti-lock brakes (ABS) ..113 Load limits .........121 Locks Rear window defroster ....37 autolock ........62 Relays ........129 childproof ........63 Remote entry system ....65 Lubricant specifications ...212–213 locking/unlocking doors ...62 opening the trunk .....66 Roadside assistance ....127 Manual transaxle lubricant specifications ..213...
Page 226 Index Starting your brake-shift interlock (BSI) ..115 vehicle ......108–109, 111 fluid, checking and adding jump starting ......141 (automatic) ......193 Steering wheel fluid, checking and adding tilting .........51 (manual) .........195 Sunroof (moonroof) ....57 fluid, refill capacities ....210 lubricant specifications ..212 manual operation ....119 Trunk ...........64 Temperature control remote release ......66...

Ford Focus 2004 Owner's Manual

Introduction

Instrument Cluster

Entertainment Systems

Climate Controls

Lights

Driver Controls

Locks and Security

Seating and Safety Restraints

Driving

Roadside Emergencies

Customer Assistance

Cleaning

Maintenance and Specifications

Quick Links

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