2003 FORD FOCUS clutch

Setting speed control
The controls for using your speed
control are located on the steering
wheel for your convenience.
1. Press the ON control and release
it.
2. Accelerate to the desired speed.
3. Press the SET ACCEL control
and release it.
4. Take your foot off the accelerator
pedal.
5. The indicator light on the
instrument cluster will turn on.
Note:
•Vehicle speed may vary momentarily when driving up and down a
steep hill.
•If the vehicle speed increases above the set speed on a downhill, you
may want to apply the brakes to reduce the speed.
•If the vehicle speed decreases more than 16 km/h (10 mph) below
your set speed on an uphill, your speed control will disengage.
Disengaging speed control
To disengage the speed control:
•Depress the brake pedal or
•Depress the clutch pedal (if equipped).
Disengaging the speed control will not erase previous set speed.
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If starting a vehicle with a manual
transaxle:
1. Make sure the parking brake is
set.
2. Push the clutch pedal to the floor.
•Turn the key to 3 (ON) without
turning the key to 4 (START).
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If necessary, try turning the Traction Control
or AdvanceTrac
system
off. This will allow the wheels to spin, which may help to free your stuck
vehicle. For more information, refer toTraction Control
(if equipped)
orAdvanceTrac
stability enhancement system (if equipped)in this
chapter.
Do not rock the vehicle if the engine is not at normal operating
temperature or damage to the transmission may occur.
Do not rock the vehicle for more than a minute or damage to the
transmission and tires may occur, or the engine may overheat.
MANUAL TRANSMISSION OPERATION (IF EQUIPPED)
Using the clutch
The manual transaxle has a starter interlock that prevents cranking the
engine unless the clutch pedal is fully depressed.
To start the vehicle:
1. Make sure the parking brake is fully set.
2. Press the clutch pedal to the floor, then put the gearshift lever in the
neutral position.
3. Start the engine, then press the brake pedal and release the parking
brake.
4. Move the gearshift lever to the desired gear, then slowly release the
clutch pedal while slowly pressing on the accelerator.
Do not drive with your foot resting on the clutch pedal or use the clutch
pedal to hold your vehicle at a standstill while waiting on a hill. These
actions will reduce the life of the clutch.
Reverse
Make sure that your vehicle is at a complete stop before you shift into R
(Reverse). Failure to do so may damage the transaxle.
•If your vehicle is equipped with the SPI engine,move the
gearshift lever fully to the right, then back into R (Reverse).
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Fuse/Relay
LocationFuse Amp
RatingPower Distribution Box
Description
10 10A (2.0L engine
only)Battery voltage sensor
1A (2.3L engine
only)
11 30A Anti-lock Brake System (ABS)
12 15A Fuel pump
13—Not used
14—Not used
15 10A A/C clutch solenoid
16 10A Low beam (left side -
conventional headlamps)
15A Low beam (left side - HID
headlamps)
17 10A Low beam (right side -
conventional headlamps)
15A Low beam (right side - HID
headlamps)
18 10A (2.0L engine
only)Heated oxygen sensors
15A (2.3L engine
only)
19—Not used
20 10A Engine module
21 20A ABS
22 20A Low beam (DRL)
23—Not used
24 30A Subwoofer
25—Not used
26 10A High beam (left)
27 10A High beam (right)
28—Not used
29—Not used
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Fuse/Relay
LocationFuse Amp
RatingPower Distribution Box
Description
64 40A Heater blower motor
R1—Ignition relay
R2—Air pump motor relay
R3—Cooling fan (Run-on fan) relay
(2.3L engine only)
R4—Not used
R5—High beams relay
R6—Low beams relay
R7—Fuel pump relay
R8—Engine management relay
R9—Cooling fan relay (2.0L engine
only)
R10—Cooling fan 2 relay (2.0L engine
only)
R11—Air conditioning relay
R12—Daytime Running Lamps (DRL)
relay
R13—Fog lamps relay
R14—HID lamps (SVT only)
R15—Cooling fan high speed (A/C only)
relay (2.0L engine only)
R16—Cooling fan low speed relay
D1—PCM diode
D2—Cooling fan diode
D3—A/C clutch diode
CHANGING A FLAT TIRE
If you get a flat tire while driving:
•do not brake heavily.
•gradually decrease the vehicle’s speed.
•hold the steering wheel firmly.
•slowly move to a safe place on the side of the road.
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Maintenance and SpecificationsSERVICE RECOMMENDATIONS
To help you service your vehicle:
•We highlight do-it-yourself items in the engine compartment for easy
location.
•We provide a scheduled maintenance guide which makes tracking
routine service easy.
If your vehicle requires professional service, your dealership can provide
the necessary parts and service. Check yourWarranty Guide/Owner
Information Guideto find out which parts and services are covered.
Use only recommended fuels, lubricants, fluids and service parts
conforming to specifications. Motorcraft parts are designed and built to
provide the best performance in your vehicle.
PRECAUTIONS WHEN SERVICING YOUR VEHICLE
•Do not work on a hot engine.
•Make sure that nothing gets caught in moving parts.
•Do not work on a vehicle with the engine running in an enclosed
space, unless you are sure you have enough ventilation.
•Keep all open flames and other burning (cigarettes) material away
from the battery and all fuel related parts.
The engine cooling fan may operate for several minutes after the
engine is turned off. Do not start maintenance work until the fan
has stopped operating.
Working with the engine off
•Automatic transmission:
1. Set the parking brake and shift to P (Park).
2. Turn off the engine and remove the key.
3. Block the wheels.
•Manual transmission:
1. Set the parking brake, depress the clutch and place the gearshift in 1
(First).
2. Turn off the engine and remove the key.
3. Block the wheels.
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Working with the engine on
•Automatic transmission:
1. Set the parking brake and shift to P (Park).
2. Block the wheels.
•Manual transmission:
1. Set the parking brake, depress the clutch and place the gearshift in N
(Neutral).
2. Block the wheels.
Note:Do not start your engine with the air cleaner removed and do not
remove it while the engine is running.
OPENING THE HOOD
1. Inside the vehicle, pull the hood
release handle located under the
instrument panel.
2. Go to the front of the vehicle and release the auxiliary latch that is
located under the front of the hood.
3. Lift the hood and support it with the strut in the yellow-colored
retainer; ensuring it is secure.
The engine cooling fan may operate for several minutes after the
engine is turned off. Do not start maintenance work until the fan
has stopped operating.
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IDENTIFYING COMPONENTS IN THE ENGINE COMPARTMENT
2.0L I4 SPI
1. Power steering fluid reservoir
2. Engine oil dipstick
3. Engine oil filler cap
4. Brake/Clutch fluid reservoir
5. Power distribution box
6. Air filter assembly
7. Windshield washer fluid reservoir
8. Battery
9. Automatic transaxle fluid dipstick (if equipped)
10. Engine coolant reservoir
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