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that's right, all focus hatches irrespective of spec level only have 1 reverse light
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20-08-2009, 09:18 PM
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Just an update on this The fault was actually a crack in the front right drive shaft splines apparently. My service invoice states: Coming from front driveshaft splines. R&R cleaned & applied, Loctite & allowed to cure. Retainer wheel BRG qty. 2 This was all fixed under warranty and my dealer said that ford was aware of the problem. it was fixed at Wayne Phillis Ford, Christies Beach in Adelaide - cant recommend these guys enough. Best service ever! |
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20-08-2009, 09:38 PM
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Spec Level: LS LX Auto KMs at time of fault: Approx. 37, 00 Symtoms: Screeching/Whining noise Fault:?? Fixed? By: No one yet Comments: This noise seems to come from the front drivers side wheel or around that area, it started not long ago but is now alot more frequent, it doesn't seem to happen when I've got my foot on the excellerator but when I slow down for say traffic lights or even when i'm sitting in park idling it starts. I've taken it to a mechanic to have a look at but they couldn't find anything, they've ruled out a bearing noise and loose belts, is this a common thing? and does anyone have any ideas as this is starting to get on my nerves. Thanks |
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22-09-2009, 01:51 PM
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Spec Level: LS LX KMs at time of fault: Approx. 200,000kms Symptom: Whineing noise from alternator Fault: Possibly a alternator clutch and alternator regulator Fixed? By: No one yet Comments: At Ford ATM
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27-10-2009, 05:06 PM
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17-11-2009, 09:30 PM
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Took it back to have it looked at and service dept agreed it was something bigger that was chewing through the tone wheels/sensors and CV joints. I now have a completely new hub and bearing assembly. That problem's fixed, for now. :1syellow1 However, after 2 CV joint replacements the knocking sound that can be heard when steering is at full lock and reversing is still occurring. Apparently the sound is coming from the gear box, and they need to have it in for 2-3 days to pull it apart and sus it out. Have yet to make that booking... |
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17-11-2009, 10:05 PM
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Tone wheel..... Someone has looked inside a Hammond??
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23-11-2009, 01:40 AM
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2006 Focus LX Hatch
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Location: St George Area
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Spec Level: LS LX Manual KMs at time of fault: Approx. 55,000 Symtoms: big loss of power, possibly running on 2 cylinders Fault: Engine Systems Fault + Red light on display Fixed? By: Switching off engine & restarting Comments: Possibly tripped by a number of tasks happening simultaneously (air con, cruise control fiddling & accelerating). Hasn't happened again. |
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11-12-2009, 04:30 PM
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Nice kitty . .
Join Date: Nov 2008
Location: Brisbane
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Month/year build: Oct 2005
Spec Level: LS CL Manual KMs at time of fault: Approx. 70,000 Symtoms: At start up or when idling the engine wil rev to @2500rpm for no apparent reason. Intermittently, it will hold revs high, when in gear once foot is taken off the 'go' pedal. Fault: Vacuum hose under inlet manifold split. Fixed? By: Byrne Ford Comments: Royal pain in the bum. 4 hours work to replace a $10 hose.
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05-01-2010, 05:50 PM
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damn you guys are having a hell of a time with these cars - I am getting an xr5t very very few of the things listed are on the xr5t thank god I went the one I did!
great thread by the way informative etc When I go to collect the car (when it arrives) I will be demanding a check of the coolant percentages and will be checking paintwork, trims and tail gate area for signs of leaking - will not hand over dollars until I am happy with what I see - if its not right they want the coin they fix the car, no dollars until its right thankyou for thread 
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05-01-2010, 06:36 PM
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Why you slow?
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I wouldn't worry mrbaxr6t, the LV XR5's are great.
Unlike the rest of the Focus range built in South Africa, the XR5's are made in Germany so they are a better build and finish. Check the XR5 forums for vehicle info and mods. http://www.fordxr5turbo.com/forum/index.php |
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07-01-2010, 08:50 PM
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picked up a new spring for my wifes 06 zetec dealer was going to install but was flat out and said it wasnt a five minute job and suggested i have a go myself .Well i had a go i think i found where it goes but cant see how i will get my large hand in there to install.Is there a trick or am i doing somethig wrong any help apreciated thanks jamie
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08-01-2010, 04:36 PM
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Nice kitty . .
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More people will see your question if you put it in a New Thread in the main body of the forum. This area is just a register of faults people have had and the result. Fredo
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09-01-2010, 08:28 PM
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thanks will do
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01-02-2010, 09:55 PM
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Month/year build: 06
Spec Level:ls KMs at time of fault: 44000 Symtoms:no cold air coming through the a/c but light still comes on Fault: broken compressor clutch Fixed? By: soon to be fixed by wintoy(dealership i bough the car) Comments:all covered under warranty! seems to be a common problem |
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26-03-2010, 10:52 AM
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You can call me Chris
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Location: Sydney
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Month/year build: 03/06
Spec Level: LS LX KMs at time of fault: 46000 Symtoms: Clicking sound, mostly under acceleration/de-acceleration & bumps Fault: broken bottom engine mount Fixed? Not yet - amazingly not covered under my extended warranty through the dealer... waiting to find out a price. Comments: Grrrrr
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14-04-2010, 01:13 PM
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Spec Level: Zetech KMs at time of fault: 115,000 Symtoms: Door locks but does not un lock Fault: Ford service advise replace actuator cost $700 Fixed? By: Not fixed - looking for more economical fix Comments: Just bought the car from a family in Illawong - they didnt mention this expensive problem and in the checking I seemed to miss this quite obvious fault (as did the mechanic who I paid $230 to find such expensive problems) If you know of a cheaper option please advise - having 120,000 km major service done $700 + fan belt $190 + brake flush $90 plus carbon head clean $40 plus puncture repair $45 the offered to replace my wipers for $60 but I decided to draw the line.... :ticking: |
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15-05-2010, 09:09 PM
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You can call me Chris
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Spec Level: LS LX KMs at time of fault: 46000 Symtoms: Clicking sound, mostly under acceleration/de-acceleration & bumps Fault: broken bottom engine mount Fixed? Finally got it fixed - $340 later. Clicking noise is still there, but not as frequent/loud as it was. Gotta go back next weekend and see whats up!
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29-05-2010, 07:53 AM
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You can call me Chris
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^^
So it appears it was incorrectly diagnosed by Denlo Subaru in Parramatta (whom the car was purchased with) Checked by a real mechanic who has said its something in the drive shaft, but I shouldn't be concerned. Will see if that is at least covered next time I get her serviced.
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09-06-2010, 11:36 AM
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On Monday I took my 06 Focus (50,000km, owned for 5months) to an auto electrican (as Ford told me, that since it was out of warranty that I could not take it to them to be fixed). I found out that I am up for $1000 repair bill to get the fuel pump and sensor replaced. To make things worse, I tried to take it to them back in Feb (when the car still had warranty) and they told me to get it service and replace the battery. I complained again in March and got told that I was using the wrong fuel (I use BP Ultimate). I complained in April (out of warranty) and they told me that it could be the transmission (as it used to stall when changing gears) and to get it checked by a mechanic. I got it checked, and my mechanic said it was fine, and that there was no mechanical faults. So I complained in May, and they told me to see an auto eletrican, I was going to but I could afford the money to get it checked. So its now June, and I paying a repair bill I cant afford and Ford has told me that its my problem, even though they refused to see the car when it had warranty. NEVER GO TO CITY FORD!
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You can call me Chris
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Month/year build: 03/06 Spec Level: LS LX KMs at time of fault: 46000 Symtoms: Clicking sound, mostly under acceleration/de-acceleration & bumps Fault: screwed Passenger side driveshaft Fixed? Will hopefully be done before the weekend - all covered by warranty!
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12-08-2010, 02:50 PM
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Spec Level: LS LX Manual KMs at time of fault: Approx. 76,000 Fault: Bonnet release lock broken, Reverse Light switch in gearbox broken Fixed? Ongoing, Ford want $250 for the switch because its not covered under warranty (Even though it says gearbox and related components are, because its a switch, its not. *******!) So stuff that, I can get one for $40 off the net and put it in myself. Lock was fixed by Ford, same story however... Its a lock and therefore not covered. Useless ******. Also noticed that the plugs holding my floor mats on have failed, poor build quality there (or poor component design). Some quality ADR approved cable ties fixed that. Also the LCD on my stereo looks like someones pushed their thumb into it and broken the display - but apparently this is a factory option from South Efrica. Useless p.o.s, my 1976 datsun 180B had less foibles than this. |
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19-08-2010, 10:03 AM
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Spec level: LT LX auto hatch KMs at time of fault: 15,000 km Fault: Clunk from front end when entering/exiting driveways on full lock Fixed by: Strapp Ford Doncaster Comments: Just had the 15,000 km service done this week and mentioned this noise to the service dept. Ended up being a sheared bolt on the R/H/F shock absorber. Replaced under warranty. Clunk now gone. |
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Month/Year build: Nov 2007
Spec level: LT TDCi manual hatch (no DPF) KMs at time of fault: 30,000 km Fault: Oil leak from turbo on diesel motor Fixed by: Wignall Ford Frankston under warrenty when doing heat shield recall Comments: Was told it was a gasket failure. Parts not readily available which hopefully means not a common problem for other TDCi owners |
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Just to update mine, another niggly little fault, the screws that hold up my fuse box (under the passenger footwell) lost their thread... Probably due to the expert competence demonstrated by my local *cough Lynford Ford Osbourne Park cough cough** dealership. Had to search high and low through my box-o-screws to find some suitable replacements. /csb |
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Month/Year build:june 06
Spec level: LS LX manual hatch KMs at time of fault: 59000 Fault:only blowing hot air from vents Fixed by: wayne phillis reynella Comments: cable that connects to the thermostat control knob was kinked somehow and popped out. new cable fitted. covered by used car warranty. just for reference for others. it was only blowing hot air because thats the position it was in when the cable popped off. it could easily have popped off in any position i think. not sure how the cable connects on. maybe it can only pop off when right round in the hot position. |
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Month/year build: LT Nov/07
Spec Level: TDCI KMs at time of fault: 32,000klm Symtoms: No heat for 10 minutes on start up never gets to full operating temp. Fault: stuck thermostat Comments: Dealer took 4 hours to fix. It is not "just a thermostat" on the diesel motor. |
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To add another fault to mine - The wheel wrench. Completely rounded itself on the first nut. FML
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Drivers door actuator -
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