Model Variant:
US version (ZX3, ZX4, ZX5, ZXW, sedan and coupe)
Production Years Covered:
2000-2007
Generation:
First generation North American Focus
Target Audience:
Professional technicians and DIY owners servicing the first-generation North American Ford Focus
Market Segment:
Compact economy car; one of the best-selling small cars in the US during the 2000s
Key Advantage:
Same factory service information used by Ford dealership technicians
Scope:
Complete bumper-to-bumper coverage from routine tune-ups to engine and transmission disassembly
Content Type:
Accurate, clear and concise text combined with illustrations
Reference Material:
Comprehensive diagrams, in-depth illustrations and all manufacturer specifications
Coverage:
All repair and service procedures for the 2000-2007 Ford Focus (US version), bumper to bumper
Manual Type:
Factory workshop service repair manual (OEM dealer-level program)
Delivery Method:
Instant digital download
Compatibility:
Any Windows (95, 98, ME, XP, 7), MAC, LINUX
Engine:
Complete engine mechanical coverage including disassembly and rebuild
Transmission:
Manual and automatic transmission/transaxle service and overhaul
Brakes:
Front and rear brake service, including anti-lock brake system
Suspension and Steering:
Front and rear suspension, steering system service and alignment
Electrical:
Wiring diagrams, charging, starting and body electrical systems
Heating and Air Conditioning:
HVAC diagnosis and component service
Fuel and Emissions:
Fuel system, fuel injection and emission controls
Body and Interior:
Body panels, trim, doors, glass and interior components
Routine Maintenance:
Tune-ups, fluid changes, brake service and scheduled maintenance
Diagnostics:
Fault code diagnosis and troubleshooting procedures used by dealership technicians
Repairs:
Step-by-step removal, disassembly, installation and adjustment procedures
Specifications:
All factory torque specs, tolerances and technical data
Depth Level:
Dealer-level; same program technicians and mechanics use
Illustrations:
Comprehensive diagrams and in-depth illustrations for every procedure
Audience:
Accessible to anyone with basic mechanical knowledge
Part Numbers:
Factory part references included where applicable
Torque Specs:
Full torque specifications and tightening sequences provided
Fluid Capacities:
Factory fluid capacities and specifications included
File Format:
PDF (searchable, bookmarked, zoomable)
Compatibility:
Windows, macOS, Linux, iOS, and Android — any device with a PDF reader
Requirements:
A PDF reader application (e.g. Adobe Acrobat Reader, free)
Searchability:
Fully text searchable for fast lookup of any topic
Print Quality:
High-resolution digital pages, printable at full clarity
Binding Type:
N/A — digital download, no physical binding
Paper Type:
N/A — digital download, no physical paper
Primary Engine:
2.0L SOHC SPI inline-4 (2000-2004)
Optional Engines:
2.0L DOHC Zetec inline-4 (2000-2004); 2.0L Duratec 20 (2005-2007); 2.3L Duratec 23 inline-4 (2003-2007, including PZEV)
Valvetrain:
SOHC 8-valve or DOHC 16-valve, depending on engine
2.0L SPI Output:
Approximately 110 hp
2.0L Zetec Output:
Approximately 130 hp
2.3L Duratec Output:
Approximately 151 hp
Compression Ratio:
Per-engine factory specifications provided in the manual
Fuel Delivery:
Sequential multi-port electronic fuel injection
Fuel Type:
Regular unleaded gasoline
Fuel Tank Capacity:
Approximately 13.0 gallons (49 L)
Standard:
5-speed manual transaxle (IB5)
Optional:
4-speed automatic transaxle (4F27E)
Service Coverage:
Full overhaul, adjustment and troubleshooting procedures for both transaxles
Clutch Service:
Clutch removal, inspection and replacement procedures included
Wheelbase:
Approximately 103.0 in (2,616 mm)
Length:
Approximately 168-175 in depending on body style (sedan, coupe, wagon)
Body Styles:
3-door hatchback (ZX3), 4-door sedan, 5-door hatchback (ZX5), wagon (ZXW)
Curb Weight:
Approximately 2,500-2,800 lb depending on body style and equipment
GVWR:
Per factory specification tables in the manual
NHTSA Crash Tests:
Strong overall results for the segment; 4-5 star front-occupant ratings for most model years
IIHS:
Rated acceptable/good in frontal offset testing for the era
Anti-Lock Brakes:
4-wheel ABS available or standard depending on trim
Traction Control:
Available on select models
Tire Pressure:
Tire pressure monitoring guidance in factory maintenance schedule
Airbags:
Dual front airbags standard; side-impact airbags available on later years
Restraints:
Three-point seat belts with pretensioners; LATCH child-seat anchors
Structure:
Reinforced safety cage body structure
Audio System:
AM/FM stereo with cassette and/or single-disc CD; premium systems on higher trims
Wiring Support:
Complete audio and body electrical wiring diagrams in the manual
Driver Assistance:
N/A - era-appropriate vehicle with no modern ADAS features
Available Aids:
ABS and traction control on equipped models
Oil and Filter:
Normal service approximately every 5,000 miles (3,000 miles severe service)
Tune-Up:
Spark plugs and inspection per factory schedule (Zetec/Duratec platinum plugs at longer intervals)
Coolant:
Inspect at regular intervals; replace per Ford scheduled maintenance chart in manual
Engine Oil:
5W-30 per factory specification; capacities listed per engine in the manual
Automatic Transmission Fluid:
Motorcraft Mercon V (4F27E)
Manual Transaxle Fluid:
Motorcraft specification listed in manual
Coolant:
Motorcraft green extended-life coolant specification
Known Issues and Wear Items
Common Wear:
Front brake pads and rotors, suspension bushings and wheel bearings on high-mileage cars
Rear Suspension:
Rear control arm bushing wear is a known first-generation Focus item
Ignition:
Coil pack and plug wire inspection on 2.0L SPI engines
Manufacturer:
Ford Motor Company, Dearborn, Michigan, USA
Global Model:
Focus launched globally in 1998 as Ford's world car, replacing the Escort in North America for 2000
2000-2004:
First-generation models with SPI, Zetec and later 2.3L Duratec engines; ZX3 hatchback added 2000, ZX5 and ZXW follow
2005-2007:
Facelifted styling and revised trim structure with Duratec 20/23 engines as standard
Assembly Plants:
Wayne, Michigan (Wayne Stamping & Assembly / Michigan Assembly Plant), USA
North American Car of the Year:
Finalist for the 2000 North American Car of the Year award
Segment Recognition:
Consistently ranked among the best-handling and best-selling compact cars in the US during its first generation
PZEV Recognition:
The 2.3L PZEV Focus (2003+) was among the cleanest gasoline vehicles certified in California at the time
