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Introduction
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SVT Focus Specific Features
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Engine/Transmission/Drivetrain
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Chassis
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Maintenance
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A word about warranty coverage
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SVT FOCUS SPECIFIC FEATURES
•2.0 L SVT Zetec engine with 170 horsepower
•Getrag6–speed transmission
•Unique rear spoiler
•Tuned tubular stainless steel exhaust manifold
•Unique mesh grilles and fog lamps built into the front fascia
•Unique rear hatch cargo net
•Aluminum gearshift knob with leather accent
•Leather park brake handle
•Audiophile audio system
•17”wheels and 215/45R17 tires
•300 mm vented front disc brakes/280 mm solid rear disc brakes
•Unique front and rear fascias
•Break away, power, heated body-color mirrors
•Black leather seats with blue or red cloth inserts
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2.0L SVT ZETEC ENGINE
1. Power steering fluid reservoir
2. Engine oil filler cap
3. Brake/Clutch fluid reservoir
4. Power distribution box
5. Air filter assembly
6. Engine coolant reservoir
7. Engine oil dipstick
8. Battery
9. Windshield washer fluid reservoir
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Engine Data
Engine 2.0L SVT Zetec engine
Cubic inches 121
Horsepower 170@7000
Torque 145 lb-ft @5500 rpm
Required fuel 91 octane
Firing order 1–3–4–2
Spark plug gap 1.3 mm (0.051 inch)
Ignition system Electronic Ignition
Compression ratio 10:2:1
6–SPEED TRANSMISSION
Shift pattern
The shift pattern is shown opposite.
To select reverse gear, shift the
lever into neutral position and then
move the lever fully to the left-hand
side of the gate against the spring
pressure. Once the lever is fully to
the left, push it forward into the
reverse gear position.
Drivetrain
Item Description
Transaxle GetragTwin layshaft 6–speed manual
Gear RatiosGear Overall ratio Speed (mph)
1st 12.7:1 15
2nd 7.7:1 25
3rd 5.7:1 35
4th 4.6:1 45
5th 3.8:1 55
6th 3.1:1 60
Reverse 12.0:1—
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MOTORCRAFT PART NUMBERS
Component 2.0L SVT Zetec engine
Air filter FA-1688
Battery BXT-96R
Oil filter FL-2005 W
Refill capacities
Fluid Ford Part Name Capacity
Brake fluid Motorcraft High
Performance DOT 3
Motor Vehicle
Brake FluidFill to line on reservoir
Engine oil (includes
filter change)Motrcraft 5W30
Super Premium
Motor Oil meeting
Ford specification
WSS-M2C205–A4.25L (4.5 quarts)
Engine coolant
*Motorcraft
Premium Gold
Engine Coolant
(yellow-colored)5.75L (6.1 quarts)
Fuel tank N/A 50L (13.2 gallons)
Power steering fluid Motorcraft
MERCONAT FFill to line on reservoir 0.9L
(0.95 quarts)
Transaxle fluid
**Motorcraft Full
Synthetic Manual
Transmission Fluid
Motorcraft
MERCONVATF2.0L (2.1 quarts)
Windshield washer
fluidMotorcraft
Premium
Windshield Washer
Concentrate4.0L (4.2 quarts)
*Add the coolant type originally equipped in your vehicle.
**Service refill capacity is determined by filling the transmission to the
bottom of the filler hole with the vehicle on a level surface
Maintenance
Maintenance
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