brake FORD FOCUS 2011 2.G Repair Manual

Be sure to ask your Ford or Lincoln Mercury dealership service advisor
or technician about the multi-point vehicle inspection. It’s a
comprehensive way to perform a thorough inspection of your vehicle. It’s
your checklist that gives you immediate feedback on the overall
condition of your vehicle. You’ll know what’s been checked, what’s okay,
as well as those things that may require future or immediate attention.
The multi-point vehicle inspection is one more way to keep your vehicle
running great!
Multi-point inspection - Recommended at every visit
❑Check and top-up fluid levels: brake, coolant recovery reservoir, manual and automatic transmission (if equipped with an
underhood dipstick), power steering (if equipped) and window washer
❑Inspect tires for wear and check air pressure, including spare.
❑Check exhaust system for leaks, damage, loose parts and foreign material.
❑Check battery performance.
❑Check operation of horn, exterior lamps, turn signals and hazard warning lights.
❑Check radiator, coolers, heater and air conditioning hoses.
❑Inspect windshield washer spray and wiper operation.
❑Check windshield for cracks, chips and pitting.
❑Inspect for oil and fluid leaks.
❑Inspect engine air filter.
❑Inspect half shaft dust boots, if equipped.
❑Check shocks and struts and other suspension components for leaks and damage.
❑Inspect steering and linkage.
❑Inspect accessory drive belt(s).
❑Inspect clutch operation, if equipped.
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Miles (x 1,000)* 7.5 15 22.5 30 37.5 45 52.5 60 67.5 75
Kilometers (x 1,000)* 12 24 36 48 60 72 84 96 108 120
Months* 6 12 18 24 30 36 42 48 54 60
Change engine oil and filter• •••••••••
Rotate tires, inspect tire wear and measure tread
depth.• •••••••••
Inspect wheels and related components for abnormal
noise, wear, looseness or drag• •••••••••
Perform multi-point inspection (recommended)• •••••••••
Inspect automatic transmission fluid level (if
equipped with dipstick). Consult dealer for
requirements.•••••
Inspect brake pads, shoes, rotors, drums, brake
linings, hoses and parking brake•••••
Inspect engine cooling system for strength, and
hoses•••••
Inspect exhaust system and heat shields•••••
Inspect half-shaft boots (if equipped)•••••
Inspect steering linkage, ball joints, suspension,
tie-rod ends, driveshaft and U-joints; lubricate if
equipped with grease fittings•••••
Inspect cabin air filter (if equipped)• ••••
* Whichever comes first
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Miles (x 1,000)* 82.5 90 97.5 105 112.5 120 127.5 135 142.5 150
Kilometers (x 1,000)* 132 144 156 168 180 192 204 216 228 240
Months* 66 72 78 84 90 96 102 108 114 120
Change engine oil and filter• •••••••••
Rotate tires, inspect tire wear and measure tread
depth.• •••••••••
Inspect wheels and related components for abnormal
noise, wear, looseness or drag• •••••••••
Perform multi-point inspection (recommended)• •••••••••
Inspect automatic transmission fluid level (if
equipped with dipstick). Consult dealer for
requirements.•••••
Inspect brake pads, shoes, rotors, drums, brake
linings, hoses and parking brake•••••
Inspect engine cooling system for strength, and
hoses•••••
Inspect exhaust system and heat shields•••••
Inspect half-shaft boots (if equipped)•••••
Inspect steering linkage, ball joints, suspension,
tie-rod ends, driveshaft and U-joints; lubricate if
equipped with grease fittings•••••
Inspect cabin air filter (if equipped)• ••••
* Whichever comes first
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Extensive idling and/or low-speed driving for long distances as in heavy
commercial use such as delivery, taxi, patrol car or livery
Inspect frequently, service as
required– Replace cabin air filter (if equipped).
– Replace engine air filter.
Every 5,000 miles (8,000 km)– Inspect brake system.
– Inspect wheels and related components for abnormal
noise, wear, looseness or drag.
– Lubricate control arm and steering ball joints (if
equipped with grease fittings).
– Rotate tires, inspect tires for wear and measure tread
depth.
Every 5,000 miles (8,000 km) or
6 months– Inspect and lubricate U-joints.
Every 5,000 miles (8,000 km),
6 months or 200 hours of engine
operation– Change engine oil and replace oil filter.
Every 15,000 miles (24,000 km)– Replace fuel filter (Crown Victoria, Grand Marquis and
Town Car).
Every 30,000 miles (48,000 km)– Change automatic transmission fluid (except 6R80
transmission).
Every 60,000 miles (96,000 km)– Replace spark plugs.
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Crown Victoria police interceptor & taxi, and Executive Series Town Car
equipped with engine idle hour meter
Inspect frequently, service as
required– Replace cabin air filter (if equipped).
Every 5,000 miles (8,000 km)– Inspect brake system.
– Inspect wheels and related components for abnormal
noise, wear, looseness or drag.
– Lubricate control arm and steering ball joints (if
equipped with grease fittings).
– Rotate tires, inspect tires for wear and measure tread
depth.
Every 5,000 miles (8,000 km) or
6 months– Inspect and lubricate U-joints.
Every 5,000 miles (8,000 km),
6 months or as indicated by
time/mileage calculation– Change engine oil and replace oil filter (see description
below).
Every 15,000 miles (24,000 km)– Replace fuel filter.
Every 30,000 miles (48,000 km)– Change automatic transmission fluid (except 6R80
transmission).
Every 60,000 miles (96,000 km)– Replace spark plugs.
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A
AdvanceTrac ..............................178
Air cleaner filter ...............255, 258
Air conditioning
manual heating and air
conditioning system .................42
Airbag supplemental restraint
system ................110–111, 119, 121
and child safety seats ............112
description ..............111, 119, 121
disposal ....................................125
driver airbag ............112, 120, 122
indicator light .................118, 124
operation .................112, 120, 122
passenger airbag .....112, 120, 122
side airbag ...............................119
Ambient mood/lighting ...............50
AM/FM .........................................25
Antifreeze
(see Engine coolant) ................235
Anti-lock brake system
(see Brakes) ..............................177
Anti-theft system ..................83, 86
arming the system ....................86
disarming a triggered
system .......................................87
triggering ...................................87
Audio system (see Radio) .........25
Automatic transmission ............184
driving an automatic
overdrive .................................184
fluid, adding ............................252
fluid, checking ........................252
fluid, refill capacities ..............259
fluid, specification ..................259
Auxiliary input jack (Line in) ....33
Auxiliary power point .................59Axle
refill capacities ........................259
B
Battery .......................................233
acid, treating emergencies .....233
jumping a disabled battery ....206
maintenance-free ....................233
replacement, specifications ...258
servicing ..................................233
Belt-Minder.............................106
Booster seats .............................140
Brakes ................................176–177
anti-lock ...................................177
anti-lock brake system (ABS)
warning light ...........................177
fluid, checking and adding ....252
fluid, refill capacities ..............259
fluid, specifications .................259
lubricant specifications ..........259
parking ....................................178
shift interlock ..........................183
Break-in period .............................5
Bulbs ............................................50
C
Capacities for refilling fluids ....259
CD ................................................25
Cell phone use ..............................9
Changing a tire .........................199
Child safety seats ......................129
attaching with tether
straps .......................................138
in front seat ....................129, 133
in rear seat ......................129, 133
LATCH .....................................135
recommendations ...................127
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K
Keyless entry system
autolock .....................................74
Keys .............................................84
positions of the ignition .........171
L
Lamps
bulb replacement
specifications chart ..................51
daytime running light ...............47
fog lamps ...................................46
headlamps .................................46
headlamps, flash to pass ..........47
instrument panel, dimming .....47
interior lamps .....................49–51
replacing bulbs .........................52
LATCH anchors .........................135
Lights, warning and indicator ....12
anti-lock brakes (ABS) ..........177
Load limits .................................163
Locks
autolock .....................................74
childproof ..................................77
doors ..........................................73
Lubricant specifications ...........259
Lug nuts ....................................205
M
Manual transmission .................187
fluid capacities ........................259
lubricant specifications ..........259
reverse .....................................188
Message center ...........................19english/metric button ...............22
system check button ................22
warning messages .....................22
Mirrors ...................................61–62
automatic dimming rearview
mirror ........................................61
heated ........................................62
side view mirrors (power) .......62
Moon roof ....................................65
Motorcraftparts ..............226, 258
MyKey ..........................................68
O
Octane rating ............................244
Oil (see Engine oil) ..................231
P
Parental MyKey programming ...68
Parking brake ............................178
Parts
(see Motorcraftparts) ...........258
Passenger Occupant
Classification Sensor ...................97
Power distribution box
(see Fuses) ...............................196
Power door locks ........................73
Power mirrors .............................62
Power point .................................59
Power steering ..........................182
fluid, checking and adding ....252
fluid, refill capacity ................259
fluid, specifications .................259
Power Windows ...........................60
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Tires ...........................144–145, 199
alignment ................................152
care ..........................................148
changing ..........................199, 202
checking the pressure ............148
inflating ...................................146
label .........................................158
replacing ..................................150
rotating ....................................152
safety practices .......................151
sidewall information ...............153
snow tires and chains ............163
spare tire .................................199
terminology .............................145
tire grades ...............................145
treadwear ........................144, 149
Towing .......................................169
recreational towing .................169
trailer towing ..........................169
wrecker ....................................209
Transmission
automatic operation ...............184
brake-shift interlock (BSI) ....183
fluid, checking and adding
(automatic) .............................252
fluid, checking and adding
(manual) .................................255
fluid, refill capacities ..............259
lubricant specifications ..........259
manual operation ....................187Trunk ...........................................77
remote release ....................67, 80
Turn signal ..................................49
U
USB port ......................................35
V
Vehicle Identification Number
(VIN) ..........................................264
Vehicle loading ..........................163
Ventilating your vehicle ...........174
W
Warning lights (see Lights) .......12
Washer fluid ..............................230
Water, Driving through .............189
Windows
power .........................................60
Windshield washer fluid and
wipers ..........................................56
checking and adding fluid .....230
replacing wiper blades ...........230
Wrecker towing .........................209
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