Design features
The body of the Focus is a completely new design. None of the elements of the body structure was borrowed from existing cars, nor is any of the elements a modification of previously used elements.
The lock panel and crossbar have a completely new design. The wings are bolted to the body.
| Pos. | Spare Part No | Name |
| 1 | - | Lock panel |
| 2 | - | Wing |
| 3 | - | crossbar |
Soldered joints made by hard soldering technology None of the Focus models have any brazing solder joints.
High-strength steel elements
All Focus models use high-strength steel elements.
NOTE: Any repairs must follow the work methods described in the Body Repair Manual (501-25A).
NVH events
In the Focus car, NVH elements designed to prevent noise penetration are located in the hood panel, pillars «A» And «IN», as well as a rack «D» on «wagon». The NVH elements are a carrier plate with compressed insulating material at the edges. The body during dip priming heats up to approximately 170°C. At this temperature, the insulating material expands, sealing the gaps between the carrier plate and the body.
NOTE: When making repairs, NVH elements must be reinstalled or replaced. Missing or damaged NVH components can cause engine and road noise to enter the vehicle interior.
Measures to ensure NVH parameters
| Pos. | Spare Part No | Name |
| 1 | - | Hood front panel |
| 2 | - | Rack «A» |
| 3 | - | Rack «IN» |
| 4 | - | Rack «D» |
Recovery of NVH characteristics
NVH elements without insulating material are installed during repairs to ensure that NVH performance requirements are met again. Sealing is provided with 1K body sealant applied after the repair is completed. The carrier plates are attached to the internal reinforcement or internal panels in the area of the uprights. If the carrier plate is intact, the NVH element can be reused, but if the carrier plate is damaged, a new NVH element must be installed.
Install a new NVH element.
1. Make the necessary separating cuts and disconnect the welds.
NOTE: If the insulating material is heated excessively, harmful gases may be released.
2. Using heat, separate the NVH element from the body panel and then remove the body panel.
3. Separate the NVH element using an appropriate tool and remove it.
4. Degrease the body panel in the NVH area and, if necessary, prime and paint.
| Pos. | Spare Part No | Name |
| 1 | - | carrier plate |
| 2 | - | clamps |
| 3 | - | Fixing tabs for insulating material |
5. Remove the insulating material from the new NVH element.
6. Fix the carrier plate in the required position.
7. Lift up the outer panel and measure the gap between the carrier plate and the panel.
8. Apply 1K body sealant to the entire outer edge of the carrier plate according to the measured gap width.
9. Install a new spare part. Check the sealing quality of the NVH element. Close any gaps found in the seal bead using a paint brush, as through small holes, external noise can pass inside.
Reuse installed NVH elements.
- Take special care not to damage the factory-installed NVH elements when separating body panels using a cutting or abrasive tool.
- Before installing a new part, apply body sealant to the existing NVH seal.
High-strength steel elements
Brief overview of the elements, front
Arrows point to elements made of high-strength steel.
Brief overview of the elements, side view (3-door variant)
Arrows point to elements made of high-strength steel.
Brief overview of the elements, side view (5 door variant)
Arrows point to elements made of high-strength steel.
Brief overview of the elements, side view (4-door variant)
Arrows point to elements made of high-strength steel.
Brief overview of the elements, side view («station wagon»)
Arrows point to elements made of high-strength steel.
Brief overview of the elements, floor (3/ 5-door version)
Arrows point to elements made of high-strength steel.
Brief overview of the elements, floor (4-door variant)
Arrows point to elements made of high-strength steel.
Brief overview of the elements, floor («station wagon»)
Arrows point to elements made of high-strength steel.
Corrosion protection measures
On all Focus models, all body parts are galvanized zinc, with the exception of the roof panel. In addition, additional corrosion protection measures are provided.
NOTE: When performing body work, the original corrosion protection must be restored.
| Pos. | Spare Part No | Name |
| 1 | - | Flange Sealant |
| 2 | - | Mastic for cavities |
| 3 | - | Polyurethane coating for protection against crushed road stones |
| 4 | - | PVC bottom cover |
Metal sheet elements for sectional replacement
For sectional replacement repairs, the types of which are listed in the repair chapter, the maintenance department has certain replacement body parts.
3-door variant
5 door variant
4-door variant
«station wagon»
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