Ford has had the Focus since 1998 as the Escort. In our country, Focus models cover four different body styles - three-, four- and five-door models, as well as a combi version called the Focus Turnier. Ford offers the Focus in four trim levels: «Focus», «Ambiente», «Trend» And «Ghia». The positive features of the Focus include, among other things, a body structure that is as light as it is stable, with the lightest empty weight among compact mid-range cars. From the front to the B-pillar, all Focus models are identical, in addition, the three- and five-door versions are identical at the rear.
Spacious interior
By their will «technical guardians» The Focus has been designed from the inside out to a certain extent. In the worldview of the designers, Focus offers the driver and four passengers maximum comfort and functionality. In addition, the cabin benefits from a base of 2615 mm and a high roofline: attributes that allow passengers to occupy an ergonomically favorable position in all seats, hassle-free entry and exit, as well as considerable freedom for the legs, shoulders and head. No question, the Focus's roominess is approaching «adults» members of the middle class. This is not the case with external dimensions: with a length of 4178 mm (3-/5-door sedan/station wagon -4369/4465 mm), width 1695 mm and height 1430 mm (wagon - 1441 mm) Focus, of course, still belongs to the more compact niches in the car park. Its driving characteristics - even with a payload of around 450 kg - satisfy almost every desire.
High security
A decisive indicator of the high safety standard of the Focus is its extremely rigid interior design, which, in combination with the crumple zones, absorbs maximum impact energy. Focus performs, exceeding the requirements of relevant standards, significantly more stringent safety tests, such as hitting a fixed barrier at a speed of 56 km / h - a pilot plant scheme legally prescribes a collision speed of 48.5 km / h. In addition, front and side airbags, which are assisted by three-point seat belts in both front seats, including belt tensioners and side impact protection, soften the impact for passengers. The obligatory ease of repair after an accident Focus inherited from the previous model: an amateur mechanic can appreciate this no later than the case when, after an accident, you need to install a new bumper, door, fender, hood or rear cover.
Structural elements of the body - glass and windows
On the following pages we will deal with small body work that you can do yourself. However, the front and rear windows as well as the fixed side windows of the three-door version should only be handled by a specialist: as bodywork components they represent a typical case for a workshop.
Body work
Most of the repairs described in this chapter can be done with a basic set of tools. But the hood, rear cover and doors are quite bulky, so you need to have an assistant when working with these elements.
Advice regarding work on the hood and rear cover: you will facilitate your subsequent installation if you first mark the position of the hinges with a waterproof colored felt-tip pen.
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