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This Ford Focus Has a Serious Problem, DIY and car review with auto mechanic Scotty Kilmer. Broken down Ford car. Ford Focus problem. Car dies randomly. Car dies on the road. How to fix a car that dies randomly. Should I Buy a Ford? Are Fords reliable? A serious problem with many ford Focuses. Car advice. DIY car repair with Scotty Kilmer, an auto mechanic for the last 54 years.
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@scottykilmer 2 года назад

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@muathemansouri 2 года назад

Hey scotty do you recommend 2023 cx5? Asking from gearbox and engine/turbo and cylinder deactivation stand point . High milage work car

@josemanuelvarelacarvalhal6499 2 года назад

Telegram, I don't have telegram! :) What the heck! :)

@oveidasinclair982 2 года назад

How do I contact you ?

@joseavalos5097 2 года назад

I got a 2002 Ford Focus wagon with 518,000 thousand miles and still drives excellent with no check engine light same engine and transmission.

@amandeepbaa6978 2 года назад

Well there is a reason why people say old is gold

@ithinkaboutthings9052 2 года назад

Holy cow! That’s got to be from paying attention to some maintenance and living right. I didn’t think any non-F150 would go past 350,000.

@staik28 2 года назад

It was probably driven mainly on the highway

@redthunderfox 2 года назад

@@staik28 fr

@1stock1not 2 года назад

Hell yeah. Doesn’t matter what it is if it makes it that far!

@dforrest4503 2 года назад

I always like it when Scotty’s actually working on cars.

@sonidoexperiencia 2 года назад

What do you mean ? The dudes been working on cars for 50 + years

@ytr8989 2 года назад

My aunt bought a 1985 Ford Escort and drove it a million miles! She’s still driving it at age 87. She’s now racked up 1,018, 450 miles. The odometer been once around, reset itself to 000,000 and shows 018,450. Drives like new since it reset itself. 👋

@northdakotaham1752 2 года назад

She got her money's worth! I had an 84. Cute car for around town but lacked power for the interstate.

@poppyneese1811 2 года назад

Awesome story, she’s a real car girl!! Love it!!!

@golferpro1241 2 года назад

They were easy to steal. Recovered a bunch of them in Brooklyn back then

@northdakotaham1752 2 года назад

@@golferpro1241 why would they be any easier to steal than any other vehicle?

@zythr9999 Месяц назад

ROFL Thanks for the sarcastic post. Escorts (and Lynxes) only had 5 digit ODOs during that year

@alexvieira7945 2 года назад

"It Doesnt really hurt anything" .. Scotty's way of saying leave it alone lol

@lordcorgi6481 2 года назад

The first generation Focus was a good car. I only ever had 3 problems with them. The alternator is one of the worst things I've ever had to replace in a vehicle. It's buried behind the engine and is a pain to replace. The battery cables, especially on the earlier years were very bad. They would melt and could actually short and possibly catch fire. The automatic transmissions start to have problems at 120k miles usually, however, I have had them go over 200k with no problems. One with a manual will last forever though.

@daddymulk 2 года назад

If i was going to buy an old Ford in UK i would skip all the Escorts and get Mk1 Focus, thery wernt bad at all

@garypeatling7927 2 года назад

Autos are silly on little cars

@hoopty. 2 года назад

Focus transmission 🤢🤢

@jellymartin1811 5 месяцев назад

i have an automatic 1st gen which has 317k on what, I'm assuming is the original trans and engine. its the car in my pfp.

@bcbc3762 3 месяца назад

@@hoopty. 2012+ is the worst. Early ones were fine if maintained.

@bobmcl2406 2 года назад

From my experience, what usually kills a 2000-2011 Focus is rust in the rocker panels. Mechanically, they are pretty solid. Pre-2005 they had a timing belt, so you have to keep an eye on that. Otherwise, cheap and cheerful, especially with a manual transmission. And a good wagon is GOLD.

@ScottyGMusic 2 года назад

My 2010 rockers are gone! The a/c evaporator just went out, as well. It's right on the edge of not being worth fixing.

@bobmcl2406 2 года назад

@@ScottyGMusic yeah, Ford sealed up the drain holes in the rockers, right at the factory. If you had caught it early enough, you could have cleared the sealer out with a small screwdriver, but once they have been full of water for a couple of years, it's too late. I really don't know what they were thinking......

@abeneufeld9690 2 года назад

@@ScottyGMusic The AC evaporator in my focus waggon 2006 year is not working ,I have 250,000 mlies on it It’s a great car for deliveries and pulling a small size trailer to bring the lawnmower back-and-forth to my parents house I cut their grass regularly as they are elderly

@ScottyGMusic 2 года назад

@@abeneufeld9690 Good for you keeping it on the road! Mine is at 241,000, and it barely uses any oil. I am sure the engine would make it to 300,000, if only the rest of the car would.

@Paul1958R Год назад

I have a 2005 ZX4 (4 door sedan) 5-speed with 199K that Ive owned since 2014. I runs great and everything works but its off the road because it is completely rotted out and not safe to drive. Its a shame but that is what kills these cars in the rust belt (Im in New England). I just bought a 2006 ZXW wagon with 46K original miles and zero rust. I wont be driving it in the winter so hopefully it will last a long time

@tommoso55 2 года назад

I’ve had 2 mk1 focus’s, now have a mk2 , absolutely brilliant cars 🚙 in my opinion 😀👍

@david-spliso1928 2 года назад

Solid British car design.

@kiwi8. 2 года назад

My mum has a mk1 focus she's said she will replace it when it dies but she's had it for years and it just keeps going

@2amSpeedMerchant 2 года назад

The mk 1 was well built because it was the successor of the Ford Escort, Ford's bread and butter and their biggest seller.

@josephgaviota 2 года назад

As the son of an auto mechanic, since deceased, I really enjoy how Scotty knows about various kinds of cars, their pros, their cons. And, how he recognizes a car for what it is. It's an older car, the body is rough, but it runs fine, and is adequate transportation. That's _exactly_ what the owner needs.

@elultimo102 2 года назад

In CA, they judge by how pretty your car is. In Chicago, you're glad to have something mechanically sound, that hasn't yet rotted out.

@paulne1514 8 месяцев назад

In Philly, if you have an older little car, without dents, someone will mark it for you. Back into it, sideswipe it, so everyone knows, you’re not a tourist!

@derekgardin1512 9 месяцев назад

The 2000-2004 with 2.0L DOHC Zetec are great engines and non interference too. So are the 2.0L Duratec in the later ones. Only crap one was 2000-2004 SOHC.

@darthganu 2 года назад

As beat up as this Ford Focus looked, it actually turned out to be more reliable than BMW's, Mercedes-Benz's and Audi's that Scotty featured in past episodes.

@bracsim 2 года назад

Well said

@tuan.hoang_ 2 года назад

are German cars that bad? I mean Japanese ones are known to be reliable, but mostly because of the old, dated stuff they have, while German auto makers always come up with fancy new tech to improve driving experience. I mean why people keep buying German brands if they keep breaking?

@patrickwalton8110 2 года назад

@@tuan.hoang_ reasons why people buy German cars 1. performance they handle really nice and have very good acceleration 2. brand name people like prestigious brands 3. most people get rid of their car every after five years before the warranty is up and don’t do regular maintenance so when you buy one used that wasn’t maintained you are in for a bad time and Europeans drive way less each year on average than Americans so they aren’t used as much or abused as much as they are here in the states so unless you work on your own cars do regular maintenance and it has a good service record don’t buy a used German car just get one new and get rid of it before the warranty is up or just lease one

@hoopty. 2 года назад

You think this car is beat up, it makes my Camry makes this car look brand new, 2 times😂😂

@someguywithaford 2 года назад

Ford actually made a really reliable car here, in terms of the engine. The 2.0L Zetec will last as long as you need it as long as you keep up with proper maintenance

@FinnaPassAway 2 года назад

In the 3 years ive owned one its only fked me 2 times and both times it was my mistake

@SLUSHIE1ST 2 года назад

Yeah they really did actually those 2.0 Ford engines can run for a long time. Had one for 5 years never let me down once. Needed new spark plugs and stuff bad but it still started everytime!

@ScottyGMusic 2 года назад

@@Patrick-yh5yd It was a Mazda design, Ford manufactured. I currently have one with 241,000 miles and still going.

@ScottyGMusic 2 года назад

@@Patrick-yh5yd I would have to look into it more, but from what I understand, variations were used in the Ford Fiesta, Contour, and Courier Van; also the "Duratec" version was in the Mazda 3.

@hoopty. 2 года назад

Just long as you had transmission money. The contour was better made.

@yotheman 2 года назад

How can anyone say this is a bad car after it took that 200k miles beating?

@oreally8605 2 года назад

Nobody should say that

@Blakecryderman7244 2 года назад

@Bordi the one he only said it was old & dirty, but he said it still runs pretty good & it’s still dependable

@ssj4david 2 года назад

I've seen one of these with a Manual Transmission that had over 535,000km (335,000 miles). still ran like a clock albeit with bad wheel bearings

@bentullett6068 2 года назад

Its outlasted the EcoBoost new versions

@MrKenny1914 2 года назад

Compared to other cars I guess he wasn’t that impressed but at least it still runs.

@TheFirestorm240 2 года назад

I like when Scotty repairs these older type of cars, not the fancy new ones nobody can afford these days.

@gotyourbackbear2923 2 года назад

You’re great Scotty, Been watching for years. You’re an amazing mechanic, and a person people can trust. Thank you for all the great content 🤝

@kimscott8176 2 года назад

Take a day off with the Focus and clean it up. Fix the mirror control and other unsightly stuff you can screw back together

@jeremygagnon9277 2 года назад

Those zetec engines were great. They had timing belts the needed to be changed every 60k miles and they are known for the motor mounts going bad causing vibrations.

@Trenton-om9qs 2 года назад

Geat video as usual Scotty. That poor Ford Focus looks like it had the crap be out of it and hasn't been taken care of too well. But I wouldn't say it is a bad car if it has lasted 200,000 miles of abuse. I always say if you beat the crap out of something and don't take care of it you have no right to call it a piece of junk.

@24hourdad 4 месяца назад

I have a 2005 ford focus that has 3021,000 miles, and the motor and Trans works like new . Indont drive it anymore, so I gave it to my daughter and bought a 2015 mdx . I've changed the oil every 7000 miles but faithfully put Lucas in with every oil change it had a rear seal drip, so I took ur advice and tried AT-205, and it cleared up . Aside from the paint fading, the car still looks and runs amazing . Thank you for all you do. 🫡

@jayhockley8841 2 года назад

5:55 shows 140 mph Speedometer . I figured Scotty would take it down to his " test track " for a run !

@headbussinninja 2 года назад

We should appreciate your professionalism. I enjoy listen to explain the details of cars

@MnDakota37 2 года назад

Just bought an 02 subaru outback for$500, needed a radiator and a battery, needs two pipes replaced to get ac back. Super smooth, drives perfect. 250k on it. Passenger rear quarter is the only bad rust spot and it isn't all that terrible for being in the rust belt its entire life.

@phil4986 2 года назад

IMPRESSIVE repair Scotty. 99.9% of mechanics would just keep dumping five hundred dollar alternators in it. Well done, Mr.Kilmer.

@davedave5787 2 года назад

ya amen new altenator just for starts....1000 bucks easy hahaha

@phil4986 2 года назад

@Denis B you never owned a Oldsmobile Achieva. Three weeks after it went out of warranty , it started eating alternators like candy. On the third replacement ,we traded it in and left GM forever.

@phil4986 2 года назад

@Denis B I actually loved that Achieva..30 mpg and fast as hell and drove wonderful and then it just tried to bankrupt my wife and I..GM can go to Hell

@derekgardin1512 9 месяцев назад

@@phil4986achieva was......fast? Huh lol

@derekgardin1512 9 месяцев назад

No, they would likely notice the bad wiring while doing the diagnosis or repair. Most are unscrupulous so even when they noticed the wiring they would just sell them that too and not mention that the alternator may in fact be fine.

@jasonyes69 2 года назад

My 06 focus was a great car for what I paid for it and for how long I drove it. $1900 drove it 3 years and sold it for 2500

@Tomcatntbird 2 года назад

I refuse to ever own a front wheel drive. Everything is crammed in around the engine and if a collision happens, it usually quite expensive. Recently, I bought a O6 Crown Vic P71 police interceptor and I Love it.

@richardtidd2738 2 года назад

Nice job Scotty, I think that Ford will go for a couple years more. Who wants a new POS car with a payment? Love your videos, Thank you !! Living Very Frugal in Massachusetts.

@urbanfestus4458 2 года назад

Recently driving from Minnesota to Massachusetts in a 07’ Silverado, as I hit the Indiana state line the battery light came on. Got off at the first exit and replaced the serpentine belt, 5 minutes later problem solved. Sometimes it’s just that easy if you have a clue, have knowledge and don’t PANIC!!

@Protolamna 2 года назад

My trick with the 2004 Ford focus that I have is that I use a vacuum pump and suck out the transmission fluid every year or two and replace it. I guess the first time around I replaced the transmission filter too. Replaced the motor mounts which was easy. Replaced the alternator which was a pain and the $100 replacement isn't so great. All in all though I like this car it reminds me of my Mazda protege. Anyway I've had the car for 10 years with no major repairs and it runs fine. Oh I forgot to mention the circuit board in the dash panel had some sort of rust. I took it out and scrubbed it and cleaned it up and it didn't give me any problems after that.

@markpell5654 2 года назад

I got my wife’s 03 focus when she got a new car. Transmission went,$600 replaced from junkyard. Alternator, yeah a real pain in back of motor. Fuel pump, regular maintenance. Now has 310 k, radiator n heater core leaking. Might as well fix it n keep driving. I’ve paid off 2 homes while driving it. Thsnks to Scotty for saving me a fortune

@marcusforbes5756 2 года назад

I love the Ford Focus I’m on my third one. If I wouldn’t have wrecked the second one I’d still be driving it. Once I had a transmission go out in one and it only cost 1000 bucks to get a used one installed.

@armunro 2 года назад

Good cars; revolutionary at the time. Scotty with 5M subscribers still fixing cars!

@patriciamariemitchel 2 года назад

Thank you, Scotty, for simplifying a scary task. 👍

@mitchculpepper738 10 месяцев назад

My daily driver is a 2005 FX4 ST with 235,000 miles on it. The alternator went out at about 175,000 miles, the slave cylinder went out at about 210,000. Clutch was still good but having to pull the transmission to change it, I replaced the flywheel and clutch too. Replaced a wheel bearing, electric fans, 1 wheel cylinder and it still runs great!! Good A/C, sunroof, etc. I love my little silver bullet! Wrenching on these cars however takes some special knowledge or you can get in trouble. Took me and my brother hours to get the transmission back in. The subframe prevented an easy reinstall because there is very little clearance and getting it at the precise orientation to line up was a MFer!! I saved about $1,500 as the clutch, slave cylinder, and flywheel, were only $285 but labor charges are insane because it’s FWD. All in all though, it’s been a great little car!

@josephfong552 2 года назад

My 2013 ford focus lasted 77000 miles mostly trouble free even with the bad transmission (mine was not that bad)... until it hydroplaned in Wyoming

@purple6188 2 года назад

I just sold my old '07 Focus with 245,000K miles on it. The '07 had the L-Engine from Mazda and Ford Auto Transmission. I put a transmission pan drain plug in during the early days and would drain and refill the fluid just like the oil and other fluids. Expensive issues started to pop-up that were more expensive than what the car was worth (emergency cable broke ($400 to replace), front main seal seeped ($800 repair), worn out front sway bar bushings behind subframe ($400 repair), a little rust here and there. Even after 15 years, it still ran and drove pretty darn good, looked pretty good too. I let it go because I wanted something different. I earned it. But I kid you not, that little Focus was 1 heck of a good little car.

@meenam300zx 2 года назад

There is always someone more stupid than you.

@jordanhill4870 2 года назад

i miss my little wagon. had 230k on the dash when someone smashed it up. But it still ran great, 5 speed too!

@lukaszorzechowski8629 2 года назад

I have such Focus MK1 estate with 2.0l +Lpg installation, 23yo, oldie but Goldie. Greetings from Poland

@dudster_ 2 года назад

Very nice to see scotty working on the car, great firsthand experience

@lucianoosorio5942 2 года назад

“It’s not about the car, it’s about the driver.” Dom Toretto

@Vincent-ke5zn 2 года назад

Very good point

@czjonny8933 2 года назад

My 2010 Focus had over 300000 miles before i got rid of it. Basically just tires brakes and suspension work. Nothing crazy went wrong under the hood

@Beth9228 5 месяцев назад

I used to have a 2005 Ford Focus ZX5 SES trim level. It got totaled in a bad car accident in early March 2012. I never had any problems with the car. It was fun to drive.

@claireredfield1121 11 месяцев назад

To the funniest mechanic I watch besides my dad... How much would labor be to repair 2004 svt focus piston rings?

@freshdotholla 2 года назад

Lmao when he threw the new battery assembly on the ground. This guy is a national treasure.

@walmartdog1142 2 года назад

My Focus required an alternator. Alternator was sandwiched low between the engine and firewall. Took two guys half a day to R and R it.

@ithinkaboutthings9052 2 года назад

I paid a mobile mechanic to replace mine after eyeballing from every angle and saying, “Nah.” Big hands and little patience for that job.

@kdeh21803 5 месяцев назад

I drive a lot around town and needed something that was good on gas.... I got a 2006 Ford Focus (MT) that had 112k miles for 1800. I also turn wrenches on cars and can keep them going...... good to go!

@sprint48219 2 года назад

I have an 09 focus 730,000 miles on it a year and a half ago I replace the starter still have the original alternator original everything except for brakes and struts and shocks that types of stuff still not burning oil it uses a half pint in a 8000 mile oil change interval I change the fluid in the five speed manual about every 35,000 miles only takes 2 quarts Done nothing but regular maintenance in the six years that I’ve had it with the exception of changing the starter and a power steering pump

@michaelpresley15 2 года назад

I purchased the base model 2003 Focus with SOHC engine with a 5 speed manual from my neighbor for $1000 with 75,000 in 2016. Today, I have put 50,000 on it. I replaced the timing belt and the same battery cable and the battery. Outside of oil changes and set front pads and rotors is all this car as needed. My Focus still gets 38 mpg on my 25 mile round trip commute. I’m happy with my Ford Last year I purchased a used 2021 Tacoma 4 cyl for $5000 below MSRP with 20 miles on it since the previous owner fiancé fell through. I should be good on cars for awhile

@Vincent-ke5zn 2 года назад

I have a 2007 Ford Focus with a 5 speed manual transmission and it has 271k miles with the same rims and same color. I've had to have a lot of work done in the 6 years +that I owned it but it runs great and worth every penny

@bcluett1697 2 года назад

The wiring was replaced in a Ford Fusion that was a 2014, it turned after numerous attempts at troubleshooting it was not only the wiring but the alternator had been replaced and they actually pair their alternators by computer so you need the original, not just an OEM but the original alternator that comes with the car. If you rebuild that you can go again but if you don't it's a nightmare of little ghost problems in the electrical. Some of the Escapes from then also had the problem.

@sherry3661 2 года назад

Great video! I love it when you are working on cars, I have learned so much from you! Thank you!

@saulchapa5522 7 месяцев назад

I bought my cousins old 2008 ford focus ses it had 149000 miles on it and didn't go reverse bought it for 1500. After buying it had to get new clutch pads fixed whole powertrain system new alternator new valve cover gasket new ignition coils and spark plugs and new battery terminals

@isaac198428 2 года назад

The way to win Scotty over, say you’re car was made in Japan. It could be a Fiat, a Chevy or BMW but if you mention Japan or Germany, he’s already got a smile on his face. lol

@mikenormandy9250 2 года назад

Funny thing is, you are partially right! The Japanese are known for taking VERY good care of their vehicles. BUT, they are a very smart, respectful culture - I don’t think they would buy a Mopar or Fiat product LOL

@---ny4ys 2 года назад

No. No love for Germany. Nice try though

@ludwigtheholyblade79 2 года назад

In the UK, one of the pick up lines includes, "My love for you is like Ford Cortina", which means it lasts forever.

@harryryan2428 2 года назад

I had a 2004 Ford Focus ZX5 when I got rid of it, it had 150000, I took way better care of it then that car, but it had similar issue and other minor issues, otherwise it was a good car, I only got rid of it to get an F150

@BlujBone 10 месяцев назад

Dad had 07 ford focus se hatchback when it had 167k gave it to me with 199,992 and today it has now 210,000 on it as we speak🙏

@TTime685 2 года назад

I use to drive one of those older Focuses around delivering copier toner. Would rag the heck out of it lol but it just kept on chugging along without issue for years

@AndrewM83 2 года назад

Scotty Kilmer! I just drove through Clarksville TN on Sunday and ate at Taco Loco! Awesome food!!!

@stans5270 2 года назад

Earl Scheib would make that repair complete.

@dj.wiggles1132 2 месяца назад

I got a 2005 zx3 and its got 291,768 miles and i haven't has to replace much

@angelite143 2 года назад

Try that with the newer Focus

@julioborges871 11 месяцев назад

I’ve had multiply focuses and never have issues. They have problems but very cheap to fix

@FarmerDrew 2 года назад

When Scotty says "Dependable transportation device" I hear the phrase "Depending on hairspray device"

@stephenrogers4537 2 года назад

Good afternoon Scotty hope you and yours are having a GREAT day BROTHER ! 🖐🖐🙂

@scottykilmer 2 года назад

afternoon!

@ignacioignacio4650 4 месяца назад

I currently have my 2007 Ford focus , almost at 200k miles

@ilc-nl3yy Год назад

Change the motor mounts and it should fix the shaking. Mine has almost 200k miles and it drives very smooth.

@dont4450 2 года назад

Hate to tell you but all my 8 ford's went over 200,000 miles without issues. Just normal maintenance. Oil & filter changes, and brake pads. Not even TRANNY fluid changes.

@tomsherwood4650 2 года назад

I had an '08 SES. Fantastic running handling no issues except one. By the time I let it go it was on the third transmission. The first at 44k was in warranty. Dealer kept for a long time. Second was about 74k and I ate the cost, the delaer kept it a long time. I sold it with not alot more miles on it. The engine was fine. Just the tranny was the weak point. And it was tough for me on long trips but OK around local.

@tymom9313 2 года назад

Automatic?

@Got_Boost 2 года назад

Owned my ‘18 fiesta st for almost 2 years and I enjoy every time I drive it!😁

@alexspinazzola9001 3 месяца назад

I have a 2007 Ford Focus with 285000 miles on it

@jessewynne8193 2 года назад

I’ll repeat myself. I had a 2002 Ford Focus wagon 4speed automatic And bought used at 100k miles It had a slight shake in park and at stops. After I did spark plugs it stopped and had power like never before..then at 160k I did the alternator and rear struts and drove it to and from NH&CT for 7 years Washed it every once in a while and surprisingly no rust or rot and I lived in the rust belt states.. That car drove til I sold it at 280k miles that car NEVER died or left me stranded! I only had 1 problem When I got it..it would start to overheat but only while idled (thermostat and cooling fan relay) And went away! And that was IT Only reason I sold it was cuz it had 280k and my past experience with fords the auto transmissions never lasted that long! Now it shifted fine but the miles made me nervous.. 2 years after I sold it I saw it driving on the highway in Massachusetts I knew it was my car cuz my custom bumper sticker was still on it Lmao

@lillygardens1 2 года назад

Scotty, you give great info, and you crack me up! 🤣😂

@indy69541 5 месяцев назад

I had a 2005 ford focus was very reliable and easy to fix

@richdoh5443 2 года назад

Old Fords tick me off too. But, I keep buying them. I like a project.

@eclecticgi23 Год назад

Scotty I've just finished chemo and purchased a little focus. I've paid too much as is. But now it's been thru 5 mechanics. It's driving it's self. Everything else is fine haha. It's rpms went all wild after a winter freeze jump. Got a new batt. Still screaming. Played with throttle. Have it driving 40 mph on level ground not hitting the gas. Seems to want to stay in 3rd and not drop back down into gear. 109.900 miles.

@eclecticgi23 Год назад

Ps the matt isn't hitting the pad the young bloods love to pick on me instead of help the problem

@mxr572 2 года назад

I wish auto companies spent less money telling people how great they are and put more money into building better vehicles.

@johnkinsel5027 2 года назад

I got 246k out of mine before I gave it to someone I know. It was still running fine then. That is Toyota level reliability.

@amandeepbaa6978 2 года назад

Well old is gold

@WhittyPics 2 года назад

I didn't think those throw away cars would make 192k miles

@DeeDee-pw9pm 2 года назад

This car is pretty great. It's a good thing that it looks like someone nobody wants to steal.

@whackronomicon 2 года назад

"It does go backwards. And it goes forward." We're good then? 😂

@cuda4094 2 года назад

Beat to s*** not taking care of and still running . Sounds like a pretty tough little car to me. Especially being an old car.

@lydellbell4638 2 года назад

Thank you Scotty for sharing this information 🙏 😊 👍 ❤️

@davidyoung8521 2 года назад

My daughter's Focus 1st gen was behaving strangly. Electrical problems. Strange lights, radio that would fade in and out. Took it down to local autoparts store and had them run a charging system check. The results showed a weak diode bridge. That alternator was buried on the bottom of the engine facing the firewall. Had to unbolt the engine mounts and remove right tire to get serpentine belt off and tilt the engine in order to drop the alternator. I was not impressed with the build quality. It struck me as a disposable car. Road noise was terrible. Really had to crank the volume.

@BigEightiesNewWave 2 года назад

Saw no leaks and it runs fine , what a Focus-basher he is. Mine is 20.5 yrs. 203K miles everything works great , it's a manual with only cruise control. Ice cold air too.

@tedlahm5740 2 года назад

Leaking battery acid, ignored. Much trouble.

@Channelofdk 2 года назад

Always amazing dudes like this do this in hours which would take me months.

@jdmguy44 2 года назад

These Focus's were popular cars here in the UK back in the day. Very rare now though.

@johnl3230 2 года назад

Use to have an 03 (great condition) and that thing was super reliable. Wish I would of never sold it

@Ostsol 2 года назад

I'm surprised it has an OEM windshield. Either it's never been replaced or the owner spent too much on the replacement.

@harmagician1 2 года назад

I love how he called it a "reliable transportation device." That's what I call my teenagers' vehicle.

@chrismoritz538 2 года назад

Good tip: pull on the wire and see what happens. Another good one.

@sidviscous5959 2 года назад

If Ford just now pissed you off, then you haven't been working on them very long . . .

@BT_Secret 3 месяца назад

Hello, I'm from Romania and have a Ford Focus Gia 1.8 petrol 16v Zetec 2000 manual transmission. Lately, I have had a problem with the car. If you ever encountered this problem in the past you might be able to help me out. So, the speedometer goes to zero when I drive, I can feel that the engine is losing power and when I downshift the battery check light lights up and my engine is dying. This problem occurs only when I downshift. I have changed the spark plugs, the cables for the spark plugs, and also the fuel filter, and battery as well was changed and the alternator was checked when I changed the battery and was told it's ok.

@zaffo757 2 года назад

Toyota wires / plastics after 20 years are more durable than most of the new garbage.

@dwbiggly6907 2 года назад

“Going where no man has gone before.”😂😂

@seanmcfadden6600 2 года назад

So how did Ford piss him off? 🤔

@ChristianHiroseRomeoGraham 2 года назад

What's Scotty's opinion on Fiestas?

@thomasdavis1149 2 года назад

You did disconnect the battery so the lights would immediatly reset

@te1ephraq 2 года назад

not charging light

@tonycooke8545 2 года назад

I've owned a 2006 focus c-max for a little over 4 years now. Apart from replacing a few injector seals, it's flown through an MOT with flying colours. Best wishes from the UK... 🇬🇧

@mrcoconut9205 2 года назад

Maintenanced well it could be worth keeping around they're cheap to maintain, mine has 227k on it and still runs like a kitten just put a new clutch in about 5k ago

@mikekokomomike 2 года назад

I think the saying is "purrs like a kitten" since kittens and good running engines are the same

@mrcoconut9205 2 года назад

@@mikekokomomike purr like a kitten meaning it doesn't have rod knock no lifter tick just a healthy engine

@ilc-nl3yy 2 года назад

We had an 05 Focus and sold it to my wife's brother with 210k miles. He drove it for another 40k miles and wrecked. 05's are great.

@ericp3573 2 года назад

should an air cooled motor not be more reliable? all the water tubing, the water pump failure is eliminated plus heater core failure

@john12892 2 года назад

What's really crazy is this might be the only video on youtube showing how to actually replace battery cables - not just the terminals - and the video is not even titled that so people would not find it on a keyword search.