Maintenance and Specifications FORD FOCUS 2012 3.G Workshop Manual

TRANSMISSION CODE DESIGNATIONS
You can find a transmission code on
the Safety Compliance Certification
Label. The following table tells you
which transmission each code
represents.
Description Code
Six-speed automatic (DPS6) W
Five-speed manual (MTX75 ) Z
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GENERAL MAINTENANCE INFORMATION
Why maintain your vehicle?
This guide describes the scheduled maintenance required for your
vehicle. Carefully following this schedule helps protect against major
repair expenses resulting from neglect or inadequate maintenance and
may also help to increase the value of your vehicle when you sell or
trade it.
It is your responsibility to see that all scheduled maintenance is
performed and that the materials used meet Ford engineering
specifications. Failure to perform scheduled maintenance specific in this
guide will invalidate warranty coverage on parts affected by the lack of
maintenance. Be sure receipts for completed maintenance are kept with
the vehicle and confirmation of the work performed is always recorded in
this guide.
Your dealer has factory-trained technicians who can perform the required
maintenance using genuine Ford parts. They are committed to meeting
your service needs and to assuring your continuing satisfaction.
Protecting your investment
Maintenance is an investment that will pay dividends in the form of
improved reliability, durability and resale value. To ensure the proper
performance of your vehicle and its emission control systems, it is
imperative that scheduled maintenance be completed at the designated
intervals.
Your vehicle is very sophisticated and built with multiple complex
performance systems. Every manufacturer develops these systems using
different specifications and performance features. That’s why it’s
important to rely upon your dealership to properly diagnose and repair
your vehicle.
Ford Motor Company has recommended maintenance intervals for
various parts and component systems based upon engineering testing.
Ford Motor Company relies upon this testing to determine the most
appropriate mileage for replacement of oils and fluids to protect your
vehicle at the lowest overall cost to you and recommends against
maintenance schedules that deviate from the scheduled maintenance
information.
Ford strongly recommends the use of genuine Ford replacement parts.
Parts other than Ford, Motorcraftor Ford-authorized remanufactured
parts that are used for maintenance replacement or for the service of
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components affecting emission control must be equivalent to genuine
Ford Motor Company parts in performance and durability. It is the
owner’s responsibility to determine the equivalency of such parts. Please
consult yourWarranty Guidefor complete warranty information.
Chemicals or additives not approved by Ford are not required for factory
recommended maintenance. In fact, Ford Motor Company recommends
against the use of such additive products unless specifically
recommended by Ford for a particular application.
Oils, fluids and flushing
In many cases, fluid discoloration is a normal operating characteristic
and, by itself, does not necessarily indicate a concern or that the fluid
needs to be changed. However, discolored fluids that also show signs of
overheating and/or foreign material contamination should be inspected
immediately by a qualified expert such as the factory-trained technicians
at your dealership. Your vehicle’s oils and fluids should be changed at the
specified intervals or in conjunction with a repair. Flushing is a viable
way to change fluid for many vehicle sub-systems during scheduled
maintenance. It is critical that systems are flushed only with new fluid
that is the same as that required to fill and operate the system, or using
a Ford-approved flushing chemical.
Genuine Ford parts and service
When planning your maintenance services, consider your dealership for
all your vehicle’s needs.
There are a lot of reasons why visiting your dealership for all your
service needs is a great way to help keep your vehicle running great.
Convenience
Many dealerships have extended evening and Saturday hours to make
your service visit more convenient. How’s that for quality service?
Factory-trained technicians
Service technicians participate in extensive factory-sponsored
certification training to help them become experts on the operation of
your vehicle. Ask your dealership about the training and certification
their technicians have received.
Genuine Ford and Motorcraftreplacement parts
Dealerships stock Ford and Motorcraftbranded replacement parts.
These parts meet or exceed Ford Motor Company’s specifications, and
we stand behind them. Parts installed at your dealership carry a
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nationwide, 12 month/12,000 mile (20,000 km) parts and labor limited
warranty. Your dealer can give you details.
Value shopping for your vehicle’s maintenance needs
Your dealership recognizes the competitive landscape of maintenance and
light repair automotive services. With factory-trained technicians, and
one-stop service from routine maintenance like oil changes and tire
rotations to repairs like brake service, check out the value your dealers
can offer.
Owner checks and services
Certain basic maintenance checks and inspections should be performed
by the owner or a service technician at the intervals indicated. Service
information and supporting specifications are provided in this owner’s
guide.
Any adverse condition should be brought to the attention of your dealer
or qualified service technician as soon as possible for the proper service
advice. The owner maintenance service checks are generally not covered
by warranties so you may be charged for labor, parts or fluids used.
Engine oil/coolant change intervals
Engine oilAs indicated by the message center (can be up
to one year or 10,000 miles [16,000 km])
Engine coolant,
initial change6 years or 100,000 miles (160,000 km)
(whichever comes first)
Engine coolant,
after initial changeEvery 3 years or 50,000 miles (80,000 km)
Check every month
Engine oil level
Function of all interior and exterior lights
Tires for wear and proper pressure, including spare
Windshield washer fluid level
Check every six months
Battery connections; clean if necessary
Body and door drain holes for obstructions; clean if necessary
Cooling system fluid level and coolant strength
Door weatherstrips for wear; lubricate if necessary
Hinges/latches/outside locks for proper operation; lubricate if necessary
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EXCEPTIONS
There are several exceptions to the Normal Schedule. They are listed below:
Normal vehicle axle maintenance:Rear axles and power take-off
(PTO) units with synthetic fluid and light-duty trucks equipped with
Ford-design axles are lubricated for life; do not check or change fluid
unless a leak is suspected, service is required or the assembly has been
submerged in water. During long periods of trailer towing with outside
temperatures above 70°F (21°C) and at wide-open throttle for long
periods above 45 mph (72 km/h), non-synthetic rear axle fluids should
be changed every 3,000 miles (4,800 km) or three months, whichever
comes first. This interval can be waived if the axle is filled with 75W140
synthetic gear fluid meeting Ford specification WSL-M2C192-A, part
number F1TZ-19580-B or equivalent. Add friction modifier XL-3
(EST-M2C118-A) or equivalent for complete refill of Traction-Lok rear
axles (refer toMaintenance product specifications and capacitiesin
theMaintenance and Specificationschapter for details).
Police/Taxi/Livery vehicle axle maintenance:Change rear axle fluid
every 100,000 miles (160,000 km). Rear axle fluid change may be waived
if the axle was filled with 75W140 synthetic gear fluid meeting Ford
specification WSL-M2C192-A, part number FITZ-19580-B or equivalent.
Add four ounces (118 mL) of additive friction modifier XL-3
(EST-M2C118-A) or equivalent for complete refill of Traction-Lok rear
axles. The axle fluid should be changed anytime the axle has been
submerged in water
California fuel filter replacement:If the vehicle is registered in
California, the California Air Resources Board has determined that the
failure to perform this maintenance item will not nullify the emission
warranty or limit recall liability prior to the completion of the vehicle’s
useful life. Ford Motor Company, however, urges you to have all
recommended maintenance services performed at the specified intervals
and to record all vehicle service.
Class A Motorhome:Change brake fluid every two years.
Hot climate oil change intervals:If operating conditions are normal
and you drive your vehicle under typical, everyday conditionsandyou
are using an API performance category oil of SL or later (for example
SM, etc.) then you can follow the 7,500 mile (12,000 km) normal service
oil change intervals schedule. Vehicles operating in the Middle East,
North Africa, Sub-Saharan Africa or locations with similar climates must
follow the oil change interval of 3,000 mile (4,800 km) if the owner is
using oils defined by the American Petroleum Institute (API)
performance category of API SK or earlier (for example SJ, etc).
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911 Assist™ ................................83
A
Accessing call history/phone
book during active call ...............68
Accessing your media menu
features ........................................93
Accessing your phone menu
features ........................................71
Accessory delay ........................139
Active call menu options ...........68
Active Park Assist .....................289
Advanced menu options .......79, 98
Advanced menu options
(prompts, languages, defaults,
master reset, installing
applications) ................................79
AdvanceTrac ..............................268
Airbag supplemental restraint
system ........................195, 204, 206
and child safety seats ............197
description ..............195, 204, 206
disposal ....................................209
driver airbag ............197, 205, 207
indicator light .................203, 209
operation .................197, 205, 207
passenger airbag .....197, 205, 207
side airbag ...............................204
Air cleaner filter ...............365, 368
Air conditioning ................115, 118
manual heating and air
conditioning system ...............115
Ambient mood/lighting .............128
Antifreeze
(see Engine coolant) ................345Anti-lock brake system
(see Brakes) ..............................266
Anti-theft system ..............168, 171
arming the system ..........169, 171
disarming a triggered
system .....................................172
triggering .................................172
Audio system
(see Radio) ......................37, 40, 45
Automatic transmission ............274
driving an automatic
overdrive .................................274
fluid, adding ............................364
fluid, checking ........................364
fluid, refill capacities ..............369
fluid, specification ..................369
Selectshift (SST) ....................276
Auxiliary input jack (Line in) ....50
Auxiliary power point ...............136
Axle
refill capacities ........................369
B
Battery .......................................343
acid, treating emergencies .....343
jumping a disabled battery ....314
maintenance-free ....................343
replacement, specifications ...368
servicing ..................................343
Belt-Minder.............................191
Blind spot mirror ......................293
Booster seats .............................224
Brakes ........................................266
anti-lock ...................................266
anti-lock brake system (ABS)
warning light ...........................267
fluid, checking and adding ....364
fluid, refill capacities ..............369
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Hill start assist ..........................277
Homelink wireless control
system ........................................146
Hood ..........................................336
I
Ignition .......................258, 372–373
Illuminated visor mirror ...........136
Infant seats
(see Safety seats) .....................214
Inspection/maintenance (I/M)
testing ........................................363
Instrument panel
cleaning ...................................331
cluster ........................................12
lighting up panel and
interior .....................................124
Intelligent Access Key ..............152
Intelligent Access with push
button start ...............................163
J
Jack ............................................308
positioning ...............................308
storage .....................................308
Joining two calls
(multiparty/conference call) ......68
Jump-starting your vehicle ......314
K
Keyless entry system
autolock ...................................158
Keys ...................................151, 169
positions of the ignition .........258L
Lamps
autolamp system .....................122
bulb replacement
specifications chart ................129
daytime running light .............123
fog lamps .................................123
headlamps ...............................122
headlamps, flash to pass ........123
instrument panel, dimming ...124
interior lamps .................127, 129
replacing bulbs .......................130
LATCH anchors .........................218
Lights, warning and indicator ....12
anti-lock brakes (ABS) ..........267
Load limits .................................249
Locks
autolock ...................................158
childproof ................................160
doors ........................................158
Lubricant specifications ...........369
Lug nuts ....................................313
M
Manual transmission .................278
fluid capacities ........................369
lubricant specifications ..........369
reverse .....................................280
Media Bluetooth menu options
(adding, connecting, deleting,
turning on/off) ............................97
Media menu layout .....................91
Message center .....................18, 21
warning messages ...............21, 25
Mirrors ...............................139–140
automatic dimming rearview
mirror ......................................139
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S
Safety belts (see Safety
restraints) ..........185–186, 188, 190
Safety Canopy ...........................204
Safety defects, reporting ..........327
Safety information ......................60
Safety restraints ........185–188, 190
Belt-Minder...........................191
extension assembly ................189
for adults .........................186, 188
for children .............................210
Occupant Classification
Sensor ......................................183
warning light and chime ........190
Safety restraints - LATCH
anchors ......................................218
Safety seats for children ..........214
Safety Compliance
Certification Label ....................373
Satellite Radio Information ........54
Scheduled Maintenance Guide
Normal Scheduled
Maintenance and Log .............387
Seats ..........................................173
child safety seats ....................214
heated ......................................178
SecuriLock passive anti-theft
system ........................................168
Selecting your media source
(USB, Line in, BT audio) ...........93
Servicing your vehicle ..............335
Setting the clock .............37, 42, 45
Side air curtain .........................206
SOS Post Crash Alert ...............209Spark plugs,
specifications .............368, 372–373
Specification chart,
lubricants ...................................369
Speed control ............................141
Starting your
vehicle ........................258–259, 261
jump starting ..........................314
push button start system .......261
Steering wheel
controls ....................................143
tilting .......................................135
SYNCcustomer support .........107
SYNC..........................................58
SYNCServices ...........................81
T
Text messaging ...........................73
Text messaging (sending,
downloading, deleting) .........73, 75
Tilt steering wheel ....................135
Tire Pressure Monitoring
System (TPMS)
Tires, Wheels and Loading ....243
Tires ...........................228–229, 308
alignment ................................237
care ..........................................233
changing ..........................308, 311
checking the pressure ............233
inflating ...................................230
label .........................................242
replacing ..................................234
rotating ....................................237
safety practices .......................236
sidewall information ...............238
snow tires and chains ............248
spare tire .................................308
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