FORD FOCUS 2003 1.G Service Manual

3. Open the hood.
4. Remove the battery cover.
5. Remove the headlamp bulb cover by releasing the four snap hooks
(two top and two bottom).
Note:On the left headlamp, pull the bulb cover approximately 1 inch
rearward and then slide it out until the vertical aiming adjuster is
accessible.
6. Turn on the low beam to illuminate the wall or screen. On the wall or
screen you will observe an area of high intensity light. If the left side of
each light pattern is not at the reference line, the beam needs to be
adjusted.
7. The adjusting screw has a thumb
wheel that can be operated by hand.
Turn the aiming screw clockwise for
upward movement and
counterclockwise for downward
movement.
Note:HORIZONTAL AIMING IS
NOT REQUIRED FOR THIS
VEHICLE AND IS
NON-ADJUSTABLE.
8. Turn off the headlamp.
9. Attach the headlamp bulb covers.
10. Attach the battery cover and close the hood.
TURN SIGNAL CONTROL
•Push down to activate the left
turn signal.
•Push up to activate the right turn
signal.
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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.
•the switch is in the door activated
position and any door is open.
When the dome lamp switch is in the off position, it will not illuminate
when you open the doors.
Reading lamps (if equipped)
The reading lamps are operated by
separate on/off controls.
Theater dimming: The dome lamp
dims about 20 seconds after the
doors are closed.
BULBS
Replacing exterior bulbs
Check the operation of all the bulbs frequently.
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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.
Function Trade number
Headlamps (VOR) HB2
Headlamps (high beam, VOL) H7
Headlamps (low beam, VOL) D2S
Park lamp (front, VOL) W5W
Turn lamp (front, VOL) 3457K
Park and turn lamp (front) 3157K
Side marker lamp (front) GE194
Foglamps (if equipped) 899
Stop/turn and tail lamps 3157K
Backup lamp (sedan/wagon) 3156K
Backup lamp (coupe) 921
License plate lamp C-5W
High-mount brakelamp W5W
Dome lamp (front/rear) 12V10W
Map lamp 12V6W
Luggage compartment 12V10W
To replace all instrument panel lights - see your dealer
Replacing the interior bulbs
Check the operation of the bulbs frequently. To replace any of the
interior bulbs, see a dealer or qualified technician.
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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.
3. Pull the bulb holder straight out
from the lamp assembly.
4. Pull the bulb straight out from
the bulb holder.
Install in reverse order.
Handle a halogen headlamp bulb carefully and keep out of
children’s reach. Grasp the bulb by only its plastic base and do
not touch the glass. The oil from your hand could cause the bulb to
break the next time the headlamps are operated.
Note:If the bulb is accidentally touched, it should be cleaned with
rubbing alcohol before being used.
Replacing HID headlamp bulbs (if equipped)
The low beam headlamps on your vehicle use a“high intensity discharge”
source. These lamps operate at a high voltage. When the bulb is burned
out, the bulb and starter capsule assembly must be replaced by your
dealer or a qualified technician.
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Replacing grill-mounted front parking lamp/turn signal bulbs
1. Make sure the headlamp control
is in the OFF position and open the
hood.
2. Remove the cover panel at the
front of the engine compartment.
3. Remove the bulb socket from the
grille by turning counterclockwise.
4. Pull the bulb straight out of the
socket.
Install in reverse order.
Replacing turn signal lamps
1. Make sure the headlamp control
is in the OFF position.
2. Open the hood and remove the
bulb socket from the headlamp unit
by turning it counterclockwise.
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.
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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. Using a Phillips screw driver
remove the screw. The lamp is still
retained by a spring loaded clip.
Remove by gently pulling out the
light housing.
4. Turn the bulb socket counterclockwise as far as possible and pull it
out.
5. Pull the bulb straight out of the socket.
Install in reverse order.
Replacing tail/brake/backup lights and turn signal bulbs (sedan)
1. Make sure the headlamp control
is in the OFF position and then
open the trunk.
2. From inside the luggage
compartment remove the three wing
nuts of the light housing.
3. Gently pull the light housing to
the outside.
4. Turn the bulb socket
counterclockwise and pull it out.
5. Pull the bulb straight out of the socket.
Install in reverse order.
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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 screw driver remove the
fixings and trim from the body.
3. Remove the socket from the lamp
assembly
4. Pull the bulb straight out of the
socket.
Install in reverse order.
Replacing foglamp bulbs (if equipped)
1. Make sure the headlamp control
is in the OFF position.
2. Reach under the bumper cover
and remove the bulb socket from
the foglamp by turning
counterclockwise.
3. Disconnect the electrical connector from the foglamp bulb.
Install in reverse order.
Replacing side marker bulbs
1. Make sure the headlamp control
is in the OFF position.
2. Reach under the front fender and
grasp the bulb socket, turn the light
housing counterclockwise.
3. Pull the bulb straight out.
Install in reverse order.
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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 screw driver remove the
trim from the tailgate.
3. Pull the bulb holder from the
lamp assembly.
4. Pull the bulb straight out.
Install in reverse order.
Coupe and wagon
1. Make sure the headlamp control
is in the OFF position.
2. Remove the screws using a torx
T20 screwdriver and then remove
the plastic cover.
3. Unclip the bulb holder from the
reflector.
4. Pull the bulb straight out.
Replacing license plate lamp bulbs
1. Make sure the headlamp control
is in the OFF position.
2. Insert a flathead screwdriver in
the recess and pry out the complete
light assembly.
3. Pull the bulb straight out.
Install in reverse order.
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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. Make sure the headlamp switch is
in the OFF position.
2. Switch off the interior lamps
(middle switch position).
3. Pry out the light assembly with a
flat screw driver at the side opposite
the switch.
Install in reverse order
Replacing reading bulbs
1. Open the reading lamp assembly.
2. Pull the bulb straight out and
replace it.
3. After the bulb has been replaced,
close the lamp assembly.
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Driver ControlsMULTI-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.
Mist function:To mist, push and
release the windshield washer
control quickly. The wipers will
cycle two or three times to clear the
windshield.
Windshield washer:To activate
the windshield washer, push the
windshield washer control. Release
control to stop washer fluid spray. The wipers will provide three wipes
after the wash is turned off.
Rear window wiper/washer
(if equipped)
Wiper
Pull the lever towards you for
intermittent wiping.
Washer
Pull the lever further to operate the
washer.
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