Vehicle starting and charging systems Ford Focus Turnier 1

Prescription «Order on batteries»
Since October 1, 1998, the purchase and disposal of starter batteries has been subject to regulations in Germany «Battery regulations». The regulatory document is aimed...

Battery — design description
Six cells connected in series form the heart of a 12-volt car battery. Each cell is a combination of positive and negative plates, generating a voltage of about 2 volts...

Battery — concepts and standards
Designation: located on the battery case and specifies the characteristics of the battery. Example: «12V 40Ah 200A» (12V - rated voltage; 40Ah - nominal capacity; 200A -...

Starter with progressive screw drive
On start-up, the progressive screw starter breathes life into the Ford Focus engine. When turning the key in the Start direction, i.e. «start», terminal 50 in the...

Generator — general information
The generator is a compact power plant. When the engine is running, it supplies electricity to all electrical units and constantly charges the battery with excess...

Checking the acid level in the battery
The Focus is factory-installed with a largely maintenance-free battery. Of course, the service life of modern batteries is highly dependent on the conditions of use:...

Caring for battery contacts
Wash off the oxide crystals on the battery terminals with warm water and soda or remove them with a special cleaner, such as «Neutralon» by Varta. Then lightly lubricate...

Battery check
If despite the correct level of acid. the battery seems to be weak, then check the charging status with a hydrometer. Hydrometers check the concentration of electrolyte...

Starting the engine from the battery of another car
Use only special auxiliary cables for electronics as an auxiliary wire, they will protect the electronic components of your Focus from dangerous power surges. Stages of...

Pushing the car to start the engine
«striker» Focus with automatic transmission cannot be pushed. With other versions, your shifting force is also only worthwhile if the engine is theoretically ok. If you...

Towing a car to start the engine
Turn on the ignition, put the second gear and press the clutch pedal. The towing vehicle must gently approach. At about 15 km/h, slowly engage the clutch. Always be...

Help with battery and alternator malfunctions
Help with battery and alternator malfunctions

Accumulator charging
Dismantled or in «hibernation» The battery needs to be charged once a month. In fully discharged batteries, sulfuric acid crystallizes and settles on the cell walls....

Removing the battery
Before disconnecting the battery, write down all the codes of your Focus, such as the radio's anti-theft code, its transmitting stations stored in memory, etc. If you...

Hidden consumers of electricity empty the battery
If a perfectly serviceable battery suddenly stops working, most often it was emptied by a hidden consumer of electricity in the on-board network. Carry out a voltage...

Checking the voltage regulator
Connect a multimeter between the terminal «+» generator (red wire) and mass. Let the engine run for two minutes at 3000 to 4000 rpm (diesel engine approx. 1800 to 2500...

Driving with a faulty alternator
If the alternator or voltage regulator is not working, then you can continue the journey to a limited extent. in this case, the current is supplied by the battery....

V-belt replacement
In Focus engines, the tension of the V-ribbed belt is supported by an automatic tensioner. Therefore, you do not have to worry about belt tension. But the tension roller...

V-belt tensioner replacement
Gasoline engines Remove the drive belt as described above. Loosen the fixing nuts (arrows) tension roller. Loosen the fixing nuts (arrows) tension roller Remove the...

Dismantling the generator
Engines with a displacement of 1.4 / 1.6 liters Disconnect the ground wire on the battery. Remove the drive belt as described above. Remove the wire protection panel on...

Starter removal
If the starter is on strike, then often several nodes are to blame. For example, the electromagnetic switch or graphite brushes are jammed or worn. The support necks of...

Help with starter malfunctions
Help with starter malfunctions