Engine malfunction message on Ford Focus - what's the fault?

The engine malfunction message has come up on my 2008 Ford Focus 1.8 TDCI. There are no warning codes or lamps, so my mechanic has nothing to work with after plugging it in to the diagnostic scanner. Yet...

Which Focus, petrol or diesel?

My son is spending about £3000 on a Ford Focus, a 1.6 or a 1.8 Diesel. It is a low mileage diesel. I have no other details, but on the question of 1.6 or 1.8, do you favour one in particular please?

Ford diesel injector failures - is this a known problem?

Are there any known issues with Ford diesel injectors? Our Ford Focus has suffered two injector failures recently, the second happening only about three weeks after the first. Each replacement has cost...

Which is the most reliable and economical Ford Focus specification?

Please advise on best engine choice for a used Focus estate (three to five years old) primarily regarding reliability and economy. Please also advise on tyre type for good mileage.

Focus Coupe Convertible - wlll 15-inch wheels give me a smoother ride ?

I've previously improved the ride on a 2008 Ford Focus Zetec 1.6 TDCi by changing from the supplied 205/55/R16 wheels to 195/65/R15s. I've just done the same change with a 2010 Focus C-Max Zetec 1.6,...

Drive belt failed after 27,000 miles, who pays?

The auxiliary belt on my Ford Focus shredded whilst I was in the fast lane of the M60. My local Ford dealer diagnosed damage to all 16 valves and the head due to the cambelt being fouled with pieces of...

Cause of week air con on my Focus?

I have an 09-plate diesel Ford Focus. The air con works normally when started up. After 10-15 mins, it still blows cold, but the volume of air coming through the vents drops drastically. If you turn...

Buying Used 2010 Ford Focus 1.6 - Petrol or Diesel?

After 20 years, I am finally downshifting from a company car, currently Honda Accord diesel. A used late 2010 or early 2011 1.6 Ford Focus would seem to do the trick for mostly country driving, with 500...

Where can I get a dashcam?

I am considering the purchase of an in-car forward-facing camera recording system. It would need to be compatible for use in both my 2008 Ford Focus car and 2011 Peugeot Boxer Motorhome via the 12v socket...

Replacing my Focus tyres - what brand?

I will need to replace the tyres on my Ford Focus soon. The tyres on the car are all Michelin Primacy HP 205/55/R16. Are these the best for reducing road noise to the minimum?