20 Most Recent 2005 Ford Focus 1.6 Questions & Answers

Try clearing the code from the computer. If it returns again, the second hand one could be bad also! Some codes are what they call a hard code, that stays in the computer memory, and will think that the problem wasn't repaired (even though the part was replaced). Till the code is cleared from the memory, the vehicle will return to a limp mode untill the problem is resolved!!

you could do it yourself if you have a good working knowledge of advanced motor mechanics but if you don't then it would not be advisable to tackle such a job.

It should have come with instructions. Big thing is, you really don't want to tow anything with a focus. That transmission isn't made to haul anything except that car.

If it is an automatic the transmission is sealed and you can't check the fluid expect through a special procedure done by the dealer or a well equipped transmission repair shop..

Usually, there is a supplemental manual (just a few pages long) that is with the owner's manual. It will tell you the code and the process to enter it. If you don't have it, you'll have to contact the dealer (who might tell you bad news). I would consider an aftermarket deck if they say you'll have to replace it.

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A spark plug is a device for delivering electric current from an ignition system to the combustion chamber of a spark-ignition engine to ignite the compressed fuel/air mixture by an electric spark, while containing combustion pressure within the engine.

if I remember its .054" gap. there should be a decal under the hood somewhere that has the gap on it.

SOUNDS like the tank sensor may need attention?

Turn key to On. Turn on headlights manually... Do they come on? Are there any lights on the dash? If yes to these, battery is possibly not the sole problem. Check for good, tight and clean connections at battery terminal posts! If yes to above, continue on & get a helper... Turn key past on, to Start position. Do you hear a click sound at time key is turned to Start? If yes, then ignition switch is not problem, starter relay is getting power, and is now sending power to starter, but starter is not working. Pic any No's... Then look there. Good luck.

White Smoke out the exhaust, is usually a signof coolant & most likely the start of a bad head gasketAt this point your use of the car should be curtailed,to prevent any further damageYou should not use the car at all, until all issues arediagnosed & resolvedPlan on using other means of transportation

Most are on the drivers side underneath the back of the drivers door. Some are on the passenger side right in front of the tank.

Your auto parts store can look it up in a jiffy when you give them your cars designations. (make,model,year,engine size)

scan it with a scan tool.

You may just be low on fluid. There is a sensor for everything now. If the transmission is still functioning properly, you may just want to change fluid and filters for good measure. It is (I'm guessing...) probably the original fluid. Most don't change tranny fluid till there's an issue.