Page 1 Lights Headlamps Turn signal control Bulb replacement Driver Controls Windshield wiper/washer control Steering wheel adjustment Power windows Mirrors Speed control Moon roof Message center Locks and Security Keys Locks Anti-theft system 2009 Focus (foc) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 2: Table Of Contents
Fuel pump shut-off switch Fuses and relays Changing tires Temporary mobility kit Wheel lug nut torque Jump starting Wrecker towing Customer Assistance Reporting safety defects (U.S. only) Reporting safety defects (Canada only) Cleaning 2009 Focus (foc) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 4: Introduction
Introduction CONGRATULATIONS Congratulations on acquiring your new Ford. Please take the time to get well acquainted with your vehicle by reading this handbook. The more you know and understand about your vehicle, the greater the safety and pleasure you will derive from driving it.
Page 5 In addition, certain fluids contained in vehicles and certain products of component wear contain or emit chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm. 2009 Focus (foc) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 6 WARNING: Please read the section Airbag Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) in the Seating and Safety Restraints chapter. Failure to follow the specific warnings and instructions could result in personal injury. 2009 Focus (foc) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 7 • where the driver was positioning the steering wheel. To access this information, special equipment must be directly connected to the recording modules. Ford Motor Company and Ford of Canada do not access event data recorder information without obtaining consent,...
Page 8 Ford strongly recommends that drivers use extreme caution when using any device that may take their focus off the road. The driver’s primary responsibility is the safe operation of their vehicle. Only use cell phones and other devices not essential to the driving task when it is safe to do so.
Page 9 Owner’s Guide is written primarily for the U.S. and Canadian Markets. Features or equipment listed as standard may be different on units built for Export. Refer to this Owner’s Guide for all other required information and warnings. 2009 Focus (foc) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 10 Brake Fluid - Parking Aid System Non-Petroleum Based Stability Control System Speed Control Master Lighting Switch Hazard Warning Flasher Fog Lamps-Front Fuse Compartment Fuel Pump Reset Windshield Wash/Wipe Windshield Rear Window Defrost/Demist Defrost/Demist 2009 Focus (foc) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 11 Sparks Explosive Gas Fan Warning Maintain Correct Fluid Power Steering Fluid Level Service Engine Soon Engine Air Filter Passenger Compartment Jack Air Filter Low Tire Pressure Check Fuel Cap Warning 2009 Focus (foc) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 12: Instrument Cluster
Many lights will illuminate when you start your vehicle to make sure the bulb works. If any light remains on after starting the vehicle, refer to the respective system warning light for additional information. 2009 Focus (foc) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 13 Illumination after releasing the parking brake indicates low brake fluid level and the brake system should be inspected immediately by your authorized dealer. 2009 Focus (foc) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 14 Refer to the Seating and Safety Restraints chapter to activate/deactivate the Belt-Minder chime feature. Charging system: Illuminates when the battery is not charging properly. 2009 Focus (foc) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 15 Upshift (if equipped): To maximize fuel economy, this light illuminates when the manual transmission should be shifted to the next highest gear. Refer to the Driving chapter for more information. 2009 Focus (foc) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 16: Instrument Cluster
If the indicators stay on or flash faster, check for a burned out bulb. High beams: Illuminates when the high beam headlamps are turned on. 2009 Focus (foc) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 17: Gauges
If it enters the red section and the Service engine soon indicator light illuminates, refer to How fail safe cooling works in the Maintenance and Specifications chapter. 2009 Focus (foc) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 18 B feature. Press and hold the RESET button to reset. Tachometer: Indicates the engine speed in revolutions per minute. Driving with your tachometer pointer continuously at the top of the scale may damage the engine. 2009 Focus (foc) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 19 The fuel gauge may vary slightly when the vehicle is in motion or on a grade. Refer to Filling the tank in the Maintenance and Specifications chapter for more information. 2009 Focus (foc) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 20: Entertainment Systems
Ford strongly recommends that drivers use extreme caution when using any device that may take their focus off the road. The driver’s primary responsibility is the safe operation of their vehicle. Only use cell phones and other devices not essential to the driving task when it is safe to do so.
Page 21 10 in AM, 10 in FM1 and FM2. Saving presets automatically– Autoset allows you to set the strongest local radio stations without losing your original manually set preset stations for AM/FM1/FM2. 2009 Focus (foc) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 22 LOAD CD#, load the desired disc, label side up. If you do not choose a slot within five seconds, the system will choose for you. Once loaded, the first track will begin to play. 2009 Focus (foc) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 23 In CD mode– Press DIRECT. The display will read DIRECT TRACK MODE SELECT TRACK. Enter the desired track number using the memory preset buttons (0–9). The system will then begin playing that track. 2009 Focus (foc) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 24 You may cancel your entry by pressing DIRECT. If an invalid station number is entered, INVALID CHANNEL will appear in the display and the system will continue playing the current station. 2009 Focus (foc) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 25 NO CATEGORY SELECTED will display. Note: Separate categories can be set for SAT1, SAT2 or SAT3. Refer to Satellite radio menu for further information on selecting a satellite radio category. 2009 Focus (foc) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 26 The display will read ARE YOU SURE ? Press OK to confirm deletion of all saved songs and the display will read ALL DELETED. Note: If there are no songs presently saved, the display will read NO SONGS. 2009 Focus (foc) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 27 SEEK/TRACK to adjust the level of bass. TREBLE: Press SEEK/TRACK to adjust the level of treble. BALANCE: Press SEEK/TRACK to adjust the audio between the left (L) and right (R) speakers. 2009 Focus (foc) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 28 (Phone): If your vehicle is equipped with SYNC, press to access SYNC PHONE features. For further information, please refer to the SYNC supplement. If your vehicle is not equipped with SYNC, the display will read NO PHONE. 2009 Focus (foc) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 29: Auxiliary Input Jack (Line In)
Ford strongly recommends that drivers use extreme caution when using any device that may take their focus off the road. The driver’s primary responsibility is the safe operation of their vehicle. Only use cell phones and other devices not essential to the driving task when it is safe to do so.
Page 30: Usb Port
Ford strongly recommends that drivers use extreme caution when using any device that may take their focus off the road. The driver’s primary responsibility is the safe operation of their vehicle. Only use cell phones and other devices not essential to the driving task when it is safe to do so.
Page 31 CD/CD player care • Handle discs by their edges only. (Never touch the playing surface). • Inspect discs before playing. • Clean only with an approved CD cleaner. 2009 Focus (foc) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 32 CD units are designed to play commercially pressed 4.75 in (12 cm) audio compact discs only. Due to technical incompatibility, certain recordable and re-recordable compact discs may not function correctly when used in Ford CD players. Do not use any irregular shaped CDs or discs with a scratch protection film attached.
Page 33 This enables you to .mp3 use the same MP3 disc for a variety .mp3 of tasks on your work computer, home computer and your in vehicle system. .mp3 .mp3 .doc .ppt .xls 2009 Focus (foc) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 34: Satellite Radio Information
• Use of online media player providing access to all SIRIUS music channels over the internet using any computer connected to the internet (U.S. customers only). 2009 Focus (foc) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 35 Note: SIRIUS reserves the unrestricted right to change, rearrange, add or delete programming including canceling, moving or adding particular channels, and its prices, at any time, with or without notice to you. Ford Motor Company shall not be responsible for any such programming changes.
Page 36 When you move into an open area, the signal should return. UPDATING Update of channel No action required. The programming in process may take up to progress. three minutes. 2009 Focus (foc) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 37: Sync
SYNC (IF EQUIPPED) Your vehicle may be equipped with SYNC, a hands-free communications and entertainment system with special phone and media features. For more information, please refer to the SYNC supplement. 2009 Focus (foc) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 38: Climate Controls
: Distributes air through the instrument panel vents, floor vents, rear seat floor vents and demister vents. : Distributes air through the floor vents, rear seat floor vents and demister vents. 2009 Focus (foc) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 39 • To improve the time to reach comfort in hot weather, drive with the windows slightly open for 2-3 minutes after start up or until the vehicle has been “aired out.” 2009 Focus (foc) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 40: Rear Window Defroster
This may cause damage to the heated grid lines and will not be covered by your warranty. 2009 Focus (foc) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 41: Lights
The fog lamp indicator light on the headlamp control will illuminate. High beams Push the lever toward the instrument panel to activate. Pull the lever towards you to deactivate. 2009 Focus (foc) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 42 Rotate the dimmer switch from the full dim position to the full dome/on position to reset. This will ensure that your displays are visible under all lighting conditions. 2009 Focus (foc) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 43 4. On the wall or screen you will observe an area of high intensity light. The top of the high intensity area should touch the horizontal reference line. If not, the beam will need to be adjusted. 2009 Focus (foc) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 44: Turn Signal Control
To turn on the map lamps, press the outer edge of the clear lens. The map lamp lights when: • any door is opened. • the remote entry controls are pressed and the ignition is off. 2009 Focus (foc) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 45: Bulb Replacement
• Large water droplets, drip marks or streaks present on the interior of the lens Take your vehicle to dealer for service if any of the above conditions of unacceptable moisture are present. 2009 Focus (foc) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 46 4. Carefully pull the headlamp assembly up and away from the vehicle to disengage the spring clip located on the bottom of the headlamp assembly. 5. Disconnect electrical connector from the bulb. 2009 Focus (foc) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 47 5. Remove the bulb socket from the lamp assembly by turning counterclockwise. 6. Pull the bulb straight out of the socket. Install the new bulb in reverse order. 2009 Focus (foc) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 48 4. Gently pull the lamp assembly away from the vehicle. 5. Turn the bulb socket counterclockwise and pull it out. 6. Pull the bulb straight out of the socket. Install the new bulb in reverse order. 2009 Focus (foc) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 49 Your vehicle is equipped with an LED center high-mount stop lamp. It is designed to last the life of the vehicle. If replacement is required, it is recommended that you see your authorized dealer. 2009 Focus (foc) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 50: Driver Controls
Before operating the wiper on a dry windshield, always use the windshield washer. In freezing weather, be sure the wiper blades are not frozen to the windshield before operating the wipers. 2009 Focus (foc) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 51 The auxiliary power points are located on the instrument panel. Do not use the power point for operating the cigarette lighter element (if equipped). 2009 Focus (foc) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 52: Power Windows
WARNING: When closing the power windows, you should verify they are free of obstructions and ensure that children and/or pets are not in the proximity of the window openings. 2009 Focus (foc) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 53: Mirrors
The interior rear view mirror has two pivot points on the support arm which lets you adjust the mirror UP or DOWN and from SIDE to SIDE. WARNING: Do not adjust the mirror while the vehicle is in motion. 2009 Focus (foc) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 54 2. Move the control in the direction you wish to tilt the mirror. 3. Return to the center position to lock mirrors in place. 2009 Focus (foc) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 55: Speed Control
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 2. Accelerate to the desired speed. 2009 Focus (foc) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 56 Resuming a set speed Press the RESUME control and release it. This will automatically return the vehicle to the previously set speed. 2009 Focus (foc) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 57 Tap-Down function. Each tap will decrease the set speed by 1 mph (1.6 km/h). • Depress the brake pedal until the desired vehicle speed is reached, press the SET + control. 2009 Focus (foc) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 58 In Satellite radio mode (if equipped): • Press to advance through preset channels. In CD mode: • Press to listen to the next track on the disc. 2009 Focus (foc) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 59: Moon Roof
The moon roof is equipped with an automatic, one-touch, express opening and closing feature. To stop motion at any time during the one-touch operation, press the control a second time. 2009 Focus (foc) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 60 • Tilt the moon roof into the vent position as far as possible. Release the switch. • Press and hold the same switch again for 30 seconds until you see the moon roof move. 2009 Focus (foc) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 61: Message Center
• Odometer/Trip Odometer A or B • Distance to Empty • Average Fuel Economy • Instantaneous Fuel Economy • Blank (odometer off) Odometer/Trip odometer Refer to Gauges in the Instrument Cluster chapter. 2009 Focus (foc) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 62 Instantaneous fuel economy Select this function from the INFO menu to display your instantaneous fuel economy. This will display your fuel economy as a bar graph ranging from poor economy to excellent economy. 2009 Focus (foc) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 63 Pressing the RESET control cycles the message center through each of the systems being monitored. The sequence of the system check report is as follows: 1. CHARGING SYSTEM 2. DOORS 3. TRUNK 4. BRAKE SYSTEM 5. DTE/FUEL LEVEL 2009 Focus (foc) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 64 RESET control cycles the message center through each of the language choices. Selectable languages are English, Spanish, or French. 3. Press and hold the RESET control for two seconds to set the language choice. 2009 Focus (foc) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 65 DRIVER DOOR AJAR — Displayed when the driver door is not completely closed. PASSENGER DOOR AJAR — Displayed when the passenger door is not completely closed. REAR LEFT DOOR AJAR — Displayed when the rear left door is not completely closed. 2009 Focus (foc) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 66 Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) in the Tires, Wheels and Loading chapter. If the warning stays on or continues to come on, have the system inspected by your authorized dealer. 2009 Focus (foc) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 67 Make sure the mat does not interfere with the operation of the accelerator, brake pedal or clutch pedal (if equipped). To remove the floor mat, reverse the installation procedure. 2009 Focus (foc) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 68: Locks And Security
• the ignition is in the on position, • you shift into any gear putting the vehicle in motion, and • the vehicle attains a speed greater than 12 mph (20 km/h). 2009 Focus (foc) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 69 Before following the activation or deactivation procedures, make sure that the anti-theft system is not armed, ignition is in the off position, and all vehicle doors are closed. 2009 Focus (foc) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 70 Deactivating/activating autounlock feature Your vehicle comes with the autounlock features activated; there are three methods to enable/disable this feature: • Through your authorized dealer, 2009 Focus (foc) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 71 (one short and one long chirp) if autounlock was activated. 7. Turn the ignition to the off position. The horn will chirp once to confirm the procedure is complete. 2009 Focus (foc) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 72 Adults are advised to familiarize themselves with the operation and location of the release handle. 2009 Focus (foc) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 73 Exposure of people or animals to these high temperatures for even a short time can cause death or serious heat-related injuries, including brain damage. Small children are particularly at risk. 2009 Focus (foc) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 74 Note: The interior lamps will illuminate. 2. With the all-door remote entry, press and release again within three seconds to unlock all the doors. 2009 Focus (foc) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 75 Note: The panic alarm will only operate when the ignition is in the off position. Opening the luggage compartment Press once to open the luggage compartment. Note: This feature will only operate with the ignition in the off or the accessory position. 2009 Focus (foc) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
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Page 77: Anti-Theft System
The authorized dealer can program your spare keys to your vehicle or you can program the keys yourself. Refer to Programming spare keys for instructions on how to program the coded key. 2009 Focus (foc) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 78 Locks and Security Note: The SecuriLock™ passive anti-theft system is not compatible with non-Ford aftermarket remote start systems. Use of these systems may result in vehicle starting problems and a loss of security protection. Note: Large metallic objects, electronic devices that are used to purchase gasoline or similar items, or a second coded key on the same key chain may cause vehicle starting issues.
Page 79 10. Turn the ignition from the 1 (off) position to the 3 (on) position. Keep the ignition in the 3 (on) position for at least one second, but no more than 10 seconds. 2009 Focus (foc) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 80 If failure repeats, bring your vehicle to your authorized dealer to have the new key(s) programmed. To program additional new unprogrammed key(s), repeat this procedure from Step 1 for each additional key. 2009 Focus (foc) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 81: Seating And Safety Restraints
: • a trimmed energy absorbing foam and structure (1), • two steel stems (2), • a guide sleeve adjust release button (3), • and a guide sleeve unlock/remove button (4). 2009 Focus (foc) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 82 For occupants of extremely tall stature, adjust the head restraint to its full up position. WARNING: The adjustable head restraint is a safety device. Whenever possible it should be installed and properly adjusted when the seat is occupied. 2009 Focus (foc) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 83 WARNING: To minimize the risk of neck injury in the event of a crash, head restraints must be installed properly. 2009 Focus (foc) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 84 Failure to follow these instructions may interfere with the front passenger seat sensing system. Pull the lever located under the front edge of the seat to move the seat forward or backward. 2009 Focus (foc) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 85 Lift the control to adjust the angle of the seatback. WARNING: Reclining the seatback can cause an occupant to slide under the seat’s safety belt, resulting in severe personal injuries in the event of a collision. 2009 Focus (foc) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 86 • Push again to deactivate. The heated seats will activate when the ignition is in the on position and the engine is running. The system automatically shuts off after 10 minutes. 2009 Focus (foc) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 87 REAR SEATS Rear head restraints Your vehicle is equipped with rear head restraints that are vertically adjustable. Raise the head restraint by pulling up on the head restraint. 2009 Focus (foc) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 88 After returning the seatback to its original position, pull on the seatback to ensure that it has fully latched. An unlatched seat may become dangerous in the event of a sudden stop or collision. 2009 Focus (foc) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 89: Safety Restraints
(crash severity, belt usage, etc.) were not appropriate to activate these safety devices. Front airbags are designed to activate only in frontal and near-frontal collisions, not rollovers, side-impacts, or rear-impacts unless the collision causes sufficient longitudinal deceleration. 2009 Focus (foc) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 90 If you must use a forward-facing child seat in the front seat, move the seat all the way back. WARNING: Always transport children 12 years old and under in the back seat and always properly use appropriate child restraints. 2009 Focus (foc) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 91 Refer to the Warning light section in the Instrument Cluster chapter. Routine maintenance of the Personal Safety System is not required. 2009 Focus (foc) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 92 Be sure everyone in your vehicle is in a seat and using a safety belt properly. 2009 Focus (foc) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 93 Make sure the tongue is securely fastened in the buckle. 2. To unfasten, push the release button and remove the tongue from the buckle. 2009 Focus (foc) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 94 (if equipped). Children 12 years old and under should be properly restrained in the rear seat whenever possible. Refer to Safety restraints for children or Safety seats for children later in this chapter. 2009 Focus (foc) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 95 This indicates the safety belt is now in the automatic locking mode. How to disengage the automatic locking mode WARNING: Ford Motor Company recommends that all passenger safety belt assemblies and attaching hardware should be inspected by an authorized dealer after any collision to verify that the automatic locking retractor feature for child seats is still working properly.
Page 96 WARNING: The lap belt should fit snugly and as low as possible around the hips, not across the waist. WARNING: Front and rear seat occupants, including pregnant women, should wear safety belts for optimum protection in an accident. 2009 Focus (foc) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 97 (including retractors, buckles and height adjusters) must be replaced if the vehicle is involved in a collision that results in deployment of front airbags, seat-mounted side airbags and side air curtains, and safety belt pretensioners. 2009 Focus (foc) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 98 The Belt-Minder feature uses information from the front passenger sensing system to determine if a front seat passenger is present and 2009 Focus (foc) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 99 30 seconds, repeating for (5 km/h) and more than approximately five minutes or until 1-2 minutes have elapsed since the safety belts are buckled. the ignition switch has been turned to on... 2009 Focus (foc) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 100 “The people I’m with don’t Set the example, teen deaths occur 4 wear belts” times more often in vehicles with TWO or MORE people. Children and younger brothers/sisters imitate behavior they see. 2009 Focus (foc) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 101 The driver and front passenger Belt-Minder features can be deactivated/activated by performing the following procedure: Before following the procedure, make sure that: • The parking brake is set 2009 Focus (foc) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
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Page 103: Airbags
WARNING: All occupants of the vehicle, including the driver, should always properly wear their safety belts, even when an air bag supplemental restraint system (SRS) is provided. 2009 Focus (foc) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 104 WARNING: Do not attempt to service, repair, or modify the airbag supplemental restraint systems or its fuses. See your authorized dealer. 2009 Focus (foc) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 105 Front airbags are designed to inflate in frontal and near-frontal collisions, not rollover, side-impact, or rear-impacts unless the collision causes sufficient longitudinal deceleration. 2009 Focus (foc) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 106 • driver and passenger airbag modules (which include the inflators and airbags). • side airbags. Refer to Seat-mounted side airbag system later in this chapter. • side air curtain system. Refer to Side air curtain system later in this chapter. 2009 Focus (foc) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 107 • the system determines that a small child is present in a booster seat, • a front passenger takes his/her weight off of the seat for a period of time, • a child or a small person occupies the front passenger seat. 2009 Focus (foc) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 108 • Turn the vehicle off and ask the person to place the seatback in the full upright position. • Have the person sit upright in the seat, centered on the seat cushion, with the person’s legs comfortably extended. 2009 Focus (foc) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 109 Always sit upright against your seatback, with your feet on the floor. 2009 Focus (foc) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 110 The person in the front passenger seat may appear heavier or lighter due to the conditions described in the list above. 2009 Focus (foc) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 111 If it is necessary to modify an advanced front airbag system to accommodate a person with disabilities, contact the Ford Customer Relationship Center at the phone number shown in the Customer Assistance section of this Owner’s Guide.
Page 112 WARNING: Do not lean your head on the door. The side airbag could injure you as it deploys from the side of the seatback. 2009 Focus (foc) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 113 • Two crash sensors located between the “B” and “C” pillars. Side airbags, in combination with safety belts, can help reduce the risk of severe injuries in the event of a significant side impact collision. 2009 Focus (foc) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 114 The side airbag system (including the seat) must be inspected and serviced by an authorized dealer. If the airbag is not replaced, the unrepaired area will increase the risk of injury in a collision. 2009 Focus (foc) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 115 WARNING: To reduce the risk of injury, do not obstruct or place objects in the deployment zone of the inflatable curtain. 2009 Focus (foc) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 116 The air curtain was designed to inflate between the side 2009 Focus (foc) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 117 The SRS uses a readiness light in the instrument cluster or a tone to indicate the condition of the system. Refer to the Airbag readiness section in the Instrument Cluster chapter. Routine maintenance of the side airbag is not required. 2009 Focus (foc) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 118: Child Restraints
Child safety restraints must be purchased separately from the vehicle. Failure to follow these instructions and guidelines may result in an increased risk of serious injury or death to your child. 2009 Focus (foc) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 119 Recommendations for Safety Restraints are based on probable child height, age and weight thresholds from NHTSA and other safety organizations or are the minimum requirements of law. Ford recommends checking with a NHTSA Certified Child Passenger Safety Technician (CPST) and your pediatrician to make sure your child seat is appropriate for your child, and is compatible with and properly installed in the vehicle.
Page 120 Accident statistics suggest that children are safer when properly restrained in the rear seating positions than in a front seating position. 2009 Focus (foc) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 121 If all children cannot be seated and restrained properly in a rear seating position, properly restrain the largest child in the front seat. 2009 Focus (foc) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 122 The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) provides education and training to ensure that all children ages 0 to 16 are properly restrained in 2009 Focus (foc) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 123 Seating and Safety Restraints the correct restraint system. Ford recommends checking with a NHTSA Certified Child Passenger Safety Technician (CPST) and your pediatrician to make sure your seat is appropriate for your child and properly installed in the vehicle. To locate a child seat fitting station and CPST contact the NHTSA toll free at 1-888-327-4236 or on the internet at http://www.nhtsa.dot.gov.
Page 124 Note: Although the child seat illustrated is a forward facing child seat, the steps are the same for installing a rear facing child seat. 1. Position the child safety seat in a seat with a combination lap and shoulder belt. 2009 Focus (foc) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 125 Make sure the tongue is latched securely by pulling on it. 2009 Focus (foc) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 126 9. Attach the tether strap (if the child seat is equipped). Refer to Attaching child safety seats with tether straps later in this chapter. 2009 Focus (foc) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 127 There should be no more than one inch (2.5 cm) of movement for proper installation. 11. Ford recommends checking with a NHTSA Certified Child Passenger Safety Technician (CPST) to make certain the child restraint is properly installed.
Page 128 4. Insert the belt tongue into the proper buckle for that seating positions until you hear a snap and feel it latch. Make sure the tongue is securely latched to the buckle by pulling on the tongue. 2009 Focus (foc) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 129 There should be no more than one inch (2.5 cm) of movement for proper installation. 8. Ford recommends checking with a NHTSA Certified Child Passenger Safety Technician (CPST) to make certain the child restraint is properly installed.
Page 130 Ford Motor Company recommends the use of a child safety seat having a top tether strap. See Attaching child safety seats with tether straps and Recommendations for attaching safety restraints for children in this chapter for more information.
Page 131 Attach the tether strap afterward, if included with the child seat. Refer to Recommendations for attaching safety restraints for children in this chapter. 2009 Focus (foc) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 132 For vehicles with adjustable head restraints, route the tether strap under the head restraint and between the head restraint posts, otherwise route the tether strap over the top of the seatback. 2. Locate the correct anchor for the selected seating position. 2009 Focus (foc) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 133 To improve the fit of both the lap and shoulder belt on children who have outgrown child safety seats, Ford Motor Company recommends use of a belt-positioning booster. 2009 Focus (foc)
Page 134 • Does the lap belt rest low across the hips? • Is the shoulder belt centered on the shoulder and chest? • Can the child stay seated like this for the whole trip? 2009 Focus (foc) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 135 • High back booster seats If, with a backless booster seat, you cannot find a seating position that adequately supports your child’s head, a high back booster seat would be a better choice. 2009 Focus (foc) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 136 For this reason, you should never use a booster seat with a lap belt only. It is generally best to use a booster seat with lap/shoulder belts in the back seat. 2009 Focus (foc) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 137 Refer to the child restraint manufacturer’s instructions for additional inspection and maintenance information specific to the child restraint. Ford Motor Company recommends that all safety belt assemblies in use in vehicles involved in a collision be replaced.
Page 138: Tires, Wheels And Loading
Title 49 Code of Federal Regulations Part 575.104(c)(2). U.S. Department of Transportation-Tire quality grades: The U.S. Department of Transportation requires Ford Motor Company to give you the following information about tire grades exactly as the government has written it.
Page 139 • Standard load: A class of P-metric or Metric tires designed to carry a maximum load at 35 psi [37 psi (2.5 bar) for Metric tires]. Increasing the inflation pressure beyond this pressure will not increase the tire’s load carrying capability. 2009 Focus (foc) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 140 Ford Motor Company. You are strongly urged to buy a reliable tire pressure gauge, as automatic service station gauges may be inaccurate. Ford recommends the use of a digital or dial-type tire pressure gauge rather than a stick-type tire pressure gauge.
Page 141: Tire Inflation
Always inflate your tires to the Ford recommended inflation pressure even if it is less than the maximum inflation pressure information found on the tire. The Ford recommended tire inflation pressure is found on the Safety Compliance Certification Label or Tire Label which is located on the B-Pillar or the edge of the driver’s door.
Page 142 For your safety, tires that are damaged or show signs of excessive wear should not be used because they are more likely to blow out or fail. 2009 Focus (foc) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 143 You should replace your spare tire when you replace the road tires or after six years due to aging even if it has not been used. 2009 Focus (foc) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 144 B-Pillar or edge of the driver’s door. If this information is not found on these labels then you should consult your Ford Dealer. Use of any tire or wheel not recommended by Ford can affect the safety and performance of your vehicle, which could result in an increased risk of loss of vehicle control, vehicle rollover, personal injury and death.
Page 145 4. Use both eye and ear protection. For a mounting pressure more than 20 psi greater than the maximum pressure, a Ford Dealer or other tire service professional should do the mounting. Always inflate steel carcass tires with a remote air fill with the person inflating standing at a minimum of 12 ft.
Page 146 Rotating your tires at the recommended interval (as indicated in the scheduled maintenance information that comes with your vehicle) will help your tires wear more evenly, providing better tire performance and longer tire life. 2009 Focus (foc) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 147 This information identifies and describes the fundamental characteristics of the tire and also provides a U.S. DOT Tire Identification Number for safety standard certification and in case of a recall. 2009 Focus (foc) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 148 These speed ratings may need to be adjusted for the difference in conditions. The ratings range from 81 mph (130 km/h) to 186 mph (299 km/h). These ratings are listed in the following chart. 2009 Focus (foc) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 149 Refer to the Safety Compliance Certification Label, which is located on the B-Pillar or the edge of the driver’s door, for the correct tire pressure for your vehicle. 2009 Focus (foc) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 150 The cold inflation pressure should never be set lower than the recommended pressure on the vehicle label. The tire suppliers may have additional markings, notes or warnings such as standard load, radial tubeless, etc. 2009 Focus (foc) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 151 4. Maximum Load Single lb. (kg) at psi (kPa) cold: Indicates the maximum load and tire pressure when the tire is used as a single; defined as two tires (total) on the rear axle. 2009 Focus (foc) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 152 Location of the tire label You will find a Tire Label containing tire inflation pressure by tire size and other important information located on the B-Pillar or the edge of the driver’s door. 2009 Focus (foc) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 153: Tire Pressure Monitoring System (Tpms)
TPMS from functioning properly. Always check the TPMS malfunction telltale after replacing one or more tires or wheels on your vehicle to ensure that the replacement or alternate tires and wheels allow the TPMS to continue to function properly. 2009 Focus (foc) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 154 Even if the light turns ON and a short time later turns OFF, your tire pressure still needs to be checked. Visit www.checkmytires.org for additional information. 2009 Focus (foc) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 155 It can also warn you in the event the system is no longer capable of functioning as intended. Please refer to the following chart for information concerning your Tire Pressure Monitoring System: 2009 Focus (foc) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 156 TPMS If your tires are properly malfunction inflated and your spare tire is not in use and the light remains ON, have the system inspected by your authorized dealer. 2009 Focus (foc) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 157 If any tire is under-inflated, carefully drive the vehicle to the nearest location where air can be added to the tires. Inflate all the tires to the recommended inflation pressure. 2009 Focus (foc) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 158: Vehicle Loading
SNOW TIRES AND CHAINS WARNING: Snow tires must be the same size, load index, speed rating as those originally provided by Ford. Use of any tire or wheel not recommended by Ford can affect the safety and performance of your vehicle, which could result in an increased risk of loss of vehicle control, vehicle rollover, personal injury and death.
Page 159 Note: For trailer towing information refer to Trailer towing found in this chapter or the RV and Trailer Towing Guide provided by your authorized dealer. GVW (Gross Vehicle Weight) – is the Vehicle Curb Weight + cargo + passengers. 2009 Focus (foc) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 160 GCW of the towing vehicle plus the trailer exceed the GVWR of the towing vehicle. The GCW must never exceed the GCWR. 2009 Focus (foc) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 161 6. If your vehicle will be towing a trailer, load from your trailer will be transferred to your vehicle. Consult this manual to determine how this reduces the available cargo and luggage load capacity of your vehicle. 2009 Focus (foc) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 162: Trailer Towing
Certification Label found on the edge of the driver’s door. TRAILER TOWING WARNING: Never tow a trailer with this vehicle. Your vehicle is not equipped to tow. No towing packages are available through an authorized dealer. 2009 Focus (foc) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 163: Recreational Towing
(4) wheels off the ground on a car-hauling trailer. In case of a roadside emergency with a disabled vehicle, see Wrecker towing in the Roadside Emergencies chapter. 2009 Focus (foc) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 164: Driving
WARNING: Do not start your vehicle in a closed garage or in other enclosed areas. Exhaust fumes can be toxic. Always open the garage door before you start the engine. See Guarding against exhaust fumes in this chapter for more instructions. 2009 Focus (foc) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 165 Seating and Safety Restraints chapter. 2. Make sure the headlamps and electrical accessories are off. If starting a vehicle with an automatic transaxle: • Make sure the parking brake is set. 2009 Focus (foc) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 166 • Turn the key to 3 (on) without turning the key to 4 (start). Some warning lights will briefly illuminate. See Warning lights and chimes in the Instrument Cluster chapter for more information regarding the warning lights. 2009 Focus (foc) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 167 If the engine is idling while the vehicle is stopped for a long period of time, open the windows at least one inch (2.5 cm) or adjust the heating or air conditioning to bring in fresh air. 2009 Focus (foc) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 168 • Make sure that when in operation, the extension cord plug /engine block heater cord plug connection is free and clear of water in order to prevent possible shock or fire. 2009 Focus (foc) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 169: Brakes
Refer to Brake system warning light in the Instrument Cluster chapter for information on the brake BRAKE system warning light. 2009 Focus (foc) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 170 ABS may be disabled and may need to be serviced. Even when the ABS is disabled, normal braking is still effective. (If your BRAKE warning lamp BRAKE illuminates with the parking brake released, have your brake system serviced immediately.) 2009 Focus (foc) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 171: Traction Control
The system will allow your vehicle to make better use of available traction in these conditions. 2009 Focus (foc) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 172 If a system fault is detected, the traction control active light will illuminate, the Traction Control™ button will not turn the system on or off and your vehicle should be serviced by an authorized dealer. 2009 Focus (foc) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 173: Advancetrac
(push the AdvanceTrac “Off “ button located on the center of the instrument panel). If the sliding car icon still illuminates steadily, have the system service by an authorized dealer immediately. 2009 Focus (foc) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 174 You may also hear a whoosh of air from under the instrument panel during this severe condition. • The brake pedal may feel stiffer than usual. 2009 Focus (foc) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 175 • Taking a turn too fast • Maneuvering quickly to avoid an accident, pedestrian or obstacle • Driving over a patch of ice or other slippery surfaces • Changing lanes on a snow-rutted road 2009 Focus (foc) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 176 “Sliding car” Traction Button functions icon Control Illuminated Default at start-up during bulb Enabled Enabled check Button pressed Illuminated solid Enabled Disabled momentarily Button pressed again after Not illuminated Enabled Enabled deactivation 2009 Focus (foc) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 177: Transmission Operation
If you cannot move the gearshift lever out of P (Park) with ignition in the on position and the brake pedal depressed: 1. Apply the parking brake, turn ignition key to off, then remove the key. 2009 Focus (foc) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 178 This learning process could take several transmission upshifts and downshifts; during this learning process, slightly firmer shifts may occur. After this learning process, normal shift feel and shift scheduling will resume. 2009 Focus (foc) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 179 Always come to a complete stop before shifting into and out of R (Reverse). N (Neutral) With the gearshift lever in N (Neutral), the vehicle can be started and is free to roll. Hold the brake pedal down while in this position. 2009 Focus (foc) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 180 • Provides extended shift scheduling, allowing both upshifts and downshifts, at a higher overall RPM to provide optimum engine braking. • Is not intended for use under extended or normal driving conditions and results in lower fuel economy. 2009 Focus (foc) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 181 Make sure the floor mat is properly positioned so it doesn’t interfere with the full extension of the clutch pedal. Failure to fully depress the clutch pedal to the floor may cause increased shift efforts, prematurely wear transmission components or damage the transmission. 2009 Focus (foc) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 182 R (Reverse) again. Parking your vehicle 1. Apply the brake and shift into the neutral position. 2. Fully apply the parking brake, then shift into 1 (First). 3. Turn the ignition off. 2009 Focus (foc) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 183 Once through the water, always dry the brakes by moving your vehicle slowly while applying light pressure on the brake pedal. Wet brakes do not stop the vehicle as quickly as dry brakes. 2009 Focus (foc) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 184: Roadside Emergencies
Roadside Emergencies ROADSIDE ASSISTANCE Getting roadside assistance To fully assist you should you have a vehicle concern, Ford Motor Company offers a complimentary roadside assistance program. This program is separate from the New Vehicle Limited Warranty. The service is available: •...
Page 185 Assistance, call 1-800-241-3673. Canadian customers who require roadside assistance, call 1-800-665-2006. If you need to arrange roadside assistance for yourself, Ford Motor Company will reimburse a reasonable amount for towing to the nearest dealership within 35 miles. To obtain reimbursement information, U.S.
Page 186: Fuel Pump Shut-Off Switch
Note: Always replace a fuse with one that has the specified amperage rating. Using a fuse with a higher amperage rating can cause severe wire damage and could start a fire. 2009 Focus (foc) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 187 Natural Natural — — — Green Green Green Pink Pink — — Orange Green Green — — — — Blue Yellow Yellow — — — Brown — — Natural Black Black 2009 Focus (foc) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 188: Passenger Compartment Fuse Panel
The fuses are coded as follows. Fuse/Relay Fuse Amp Protected circuits Location Rating Not used (spare) Brake Switch CHMSL Satellite radio Not used (spare) Shift Interlock Right Front Turn lamp/Left Front Turn lamp, Rear stop/turn lamps 2009 Focus (foc) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 189 Demand Lamps, Trunk Lamps Instrument Cluster Ignition Switch Radio (Start) Instrument Cluster (Run/Start) Not used (spare) Restraints Control Module Not used (spare) Not used (spare) Not used (spare) PATS Module Climate Control (Run/Start) 2009 Focus (foc) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 190 Power Distribution Box before reconnecting the battery or refilling fluid reservoirs. If the battery has been disconnected and reconnected, refer to the Battery section of the Maintenance and Specifications chapter. 2009 Focus (foc) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 191 Powertrain control module (PCM) KAPWR / Canister Vent Alt sense Reverse lamps — Not used ABS motor Wipers Starter Blower A/C clutch PCM relay coil Front power point Cooling fan—low Cooling fan—high ABS solenoid 2009 Focus (foc) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 192 Fuel pump relay — Wiper power relay — Not used — Not used — Not used — A/C clutch diode — EEC diode — One Touch Integrated Start (OTIS) diode Run/Start 2009 Focus (foc) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 193 If the tire pressure monitor sensor becomes damaged, it will no longer function. Dissimilar spare tire/wheel information WARNING: Failure to follow these guidelines could result in an increased risk of loss of vehicle control, injury or death. 2009 Focus (foc) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 194 Ford. If the dissimilar spare tire or wheel is damaged, it should be replaced rather than repaired.
Page 195 1. Park on a level surface, set the parking brake and activate the hazard flashers. 2. Place the gearshift lever in P (Park) (automatic transmission) or R (Reverse) (manual transmission) and turn the engine off. 2009 Focus (foc) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 196 1. Remove the spare tire and jack by turning their tie-down bolts counterclockwise. The lug wrench is located in a bag next to, or on top of, the spare tire. 2. Block the diagonally opposite wheel. 2009 Focus (foc) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 197 7 inches (18 cm) from the front wheel opening (1) or approximately 17 inches (43 cm) from the rear wheel opening (2). Jack at the specified locations to avoid damage to the vehicle. 2009 Focus (foc) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 198: Temporary Mobility Kit
120 miles (200 km) at a maximum speed of 50 mph (80 km/h). Note: The temporary mobility kit sealant compound in the canister is to be used for one tire only. See your Ford authorized dealer for additional replacement sealant canisters. 2009 Focus (foc)
Page 199 6. Sealant filling clear tube 7. Sealant tube — tire valve connector 8. Yellow cap tool 9. Air compressor hose 10. Air hose — tire valve connector 11. Accessory power plug 12. Casing/housing 2009 Focus (foc) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 200 • Do not drive the vehicle above 50 mph (80 km/h). • Do not drive further than 120 miles (200 km). Drive only to the closest Ford Motor Company authorized dealer or tire repair shop to have your tire inspected.
Page 201 Always store the kit in its original location. • After sealant use, the TPMS sensor and valve stem on the wheel must be replaced by an authorized Ford dealer. • When inflating a tire or other objects, use the black air hose only. Do not use the transparent hose which is designed for sealant application only.
Page 202 6. Start the engine (only if the vehicle is outdoors or in a well-ventilated area). 7. Turn dial (1) counterclockwise to the sealant position. Turn on the kit by pressing control button (2). 2009 Focus (foc) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 203 Do not proceed to the second stage of this operation. 11. After 4 miles (6 km), stop and check the tire pressure. See Second stage: Checking tire pressure. 2009 Focus (foc) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 204 After using the temporary mobility kit to seal your tire, you will need to replace the sealant canister and clear tube (hose). Sealing compound and spare parts can be obtained and replaced at an authorized Ford Motor Company dealership or tire dealer. Empty sealant bottles may be disposed of at home;...
Page 205 120 miles (200 km). The sealed tire should be inspected immediately. Note: After sealant use, the TPMS sensor and valve stem on the wheel must be replaced by an authorized Ford dealer. You can check the tire pressure any time within the 120 miles (200 km) by performing the procedure from Second stage: Checking tire pressure listed previously.
Page 206 Installation of the Sealant Canister to the Temporary Mobility 1. Align the sealant canister with the temporary mobility kit housing. 2009 Focus (foc) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 207 3. Wrap the clear tube around the compressor housing. Note: If you experience any difficulties with the removal or installation of the sealant canister, consult your Ford Motor Company authorized dealer for assistance. Be sure to check the sealant compound’s use by date regularly.
Page 208: Wheel Lug Nut Torque
M12 x 1.5 * Torque specifications are for nut and bolt threads free of dirt and rust. Use only Ford recommended replacement fasteners. WARNING: When a wheel is installed, always remove any corrosion, dirt or foreign materials present on the mounting surfaces of the wheel or the surface of the wheel hub, brake drum or brake disc that contacts the wheel.
Page 209: Jump Starting
Ensure that vent caps are tight and level. 5. Turn the heater fan on in both vehicles to protect from any electrical surges. Turn all other accessories off. 2009 Focus (foc) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 210 Note: In the illustrations, lightning bolts are used to designate the assisting (boosting) battery. 2. Connect the other end of the positive (+) cable to the positive (+) terminal of the assisting battery. 2009 Focus (foc) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 211 2. Start the engine of the disabled vehicle. 3. Once the disabled vehicle has been started, run both engines for an additional three minutes before disconnecting the jumper cables. 2009 Focus (foc) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 212 1. Remove the jumper cable from the ground metal surface. Note: In the illustrations, lightning bolts are used to designate the assisting (boosting) battery. 2. Remove the jumper cable on the negative (-) connection of the booster vehicle’s battery. 2009 Focus (foc) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 213 After the disabled vehicle has been started and the jumper cables removed, allow it to idle for several minutes so the engine computer can relearn its idle conditions. 2009 Focus (foc) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 214: Wrecker Towing
It is recommended that your vehicle be towed with a wheel lift or flatbed equipment. Do not tow with a slingbelt. Ford Motor Company has not approved a slingbelt towing procedure. If your vehicle is to be towed from the rear using wheel lift equipment, the front wheels (drive wheels) must be placed on a dolly to prevent damage to the transmission.
Page 215 Driving chapter for specific instructions if you cannot move the gear shift lever into N (Neutral). • Maximum speed is not to exceed 35 mph (56 km/h). • Maximum distance is 50 miles (80 km). 2009 Focus (foc) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 216: Customer Assistance
A reasonable time must be allowed to perform a repair after taking your vehicle to the authorized dealer. Repairs will be made using Ford or Motorcraft parts, or remanufactured or other parts that are authorized by Ford.
Page 217 • The name of the authorized dealer and city where located • The vehicle’s current odometer reading In some states, you must directly notify Ford in writing before pursuing remedies under your state’s warranty laws. Ford is also allowed a final repair attempt in some states.
Page 218 In the case of 1 or 2 above, the consumer must also notify the manufacturer of the need for the repair of the nonconformity at the following address: Ford Motor Company 16800 Executive Plaza Drive Mail Drop 3NE-B Dearborn, MI 48126 2009 Focus (foc) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 219 THE BETTER BUSINESS BUREAU (BBB) AUTO LINE PROGRAM (U.S. ONLY) Your satisfaction is important to Ford Motor Company and to your dealer. If a warranty concern has not been resolved using the three-step procedure outlined on the first page of the Customer Assistance section, you may be eligible to participate in the BBB AUTO LINE program.
Page 220 (CANADA ONLY) For vehicles delivered to authorized Canadian dealers. In those cases where you continue to feel that the efforts by Ford of Canada and the authorized dealer to resolve a factory-related vehicle service concern have been unsatisfactory, Ford of Canada participates in an impartial third party mediation/arbitration program administered by the Canadian Motor Vehicle Arbitration Plan (CAMVAP).
Page 221 Customer Assistance If you did not take advantage of the Ford Extended Service Plan at the time of purchasing your vehicle, you may still be eligible. Since this information is subject to change, please ask your authorized dealer for complete details about Ford Extended Service Plan coverage options, or visit the Ford ESP website at www.ford-esp.com.
Page 222: Reporting Safety Defects (U.s. Only)
However, NHTSA cannot become involved in individual problems between you, your dealer, or Ford Motor Company. To contact NHTSA, you may call the Vehicle Safety Hotline toll-free at 1–888–327–4236 (TTY: 1–800–424–9153);...
Page 223: Reporting Safety Defects (Canada Only)
If you believe that your vehicle has a defect which could cause a crash or could cause injury or death, you should immediately inform Transport Canada, using their toll-free number: 1–800–333–0510. 2009 Focus (foc) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 224: Cleaning
• After polishing chrome bumpers, apply a coating of Motorcraft Premium Liquid Wax (ZC-53-A), available from your authorized dealer, or an equivalent quality product to help protect from environmental effects. 2009 Focus (foc) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 225 • Do not use hydrofluoric acid-based or high caustic-based wheel cleaners, steel wool, fuels or strong household detergent. • To remove tar and grease, use Motorcraft Bug and Tar Remover (ZC-42), available from your authorized dealer. 2009 Focus (foc) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 226 • For routine cleaning, use Motorcraft Detail Wash (ZC-3-A). • If tar or grease spots are present, use Motorcraft Bug and Tar Remover (ZC-42). • For plastic headlamp lenses, use Motorcraft Ultra Clear Spray Glass Cleaner (ZC-23). 2009 Focus (foc) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 227 • Avoid cleaners or polishes that increase the gloss of the upper portion of the instrument panel. The dull finish in this area helps protect the driver from undesirable windshield reflection. 2009 Focus (foc) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 228 (but do not oversaturate) or the ring will set. • Do not use household cleaning products or glass cleaners, which can stain and discolor the fabric and affect the flame retardant abilities of the seat materials. 2009 Focus (foc) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 229 If this occurs, the leather should be cleaned immediately to avoid permanent staining. UNDERBODY Flush the complete underside of your vehicle frequently. Keep body and door drain holes free from packed dirt. 2009 Focus (foc) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 230 Cleaning FORD AND LINCOLN MERCURY CAR CARE PRODUCTS Your Ford or Lincoln Mercury authorized dealer has many quality products available to clean your vehicle and protect its finishes. These quality products have been specifically engineered to fulfill your automotive needs; they are custom designed to complement the style and appearance of your vehicle.
Page 231: Maintenance And Specifications
• 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. 2009 Focus (foc) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 232 OPENING THE HOOD 1. Inside the vehicle, pull the hood release handle located under the instrument panel. 2009 Focus (foc) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 233 3. Lift the hood and locate the prop rod on the passenger side of the vehicle near the fender. Support the hood with the prop rod. 2009 Focus (foc) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 234: Engine Compartment
3. Power Distribution box 4. Battery 5. Air Filter 6. Automatic transmission fluid dipstick (if equipped) 7. Engine oil dipstick 8. Power steering fluid reservoir 9. Engine coolant reservoir 10. Windshield washer fluid reservoir 2009 Focus (foc) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 235 2. Attach the new blade to the arm loop and pull it into place until a click is heard. 2009 Focus (foc) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 236: Engine Oil
If the engine is overfilled, some oil must be removed from the engine by an authorized dealer. 7. Put the dipstick back in and ensure it is fully seated. 2009 Focus (foc) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 237: Adding Engine Oil
Approval Committee (ILSAC), comprised of U.S. and Japanese automobile manufacturers. To protect your engine and engine’s warranty, use Motorcraft SAE 5W-20 or an equivalent SAE 5W-20 oil meeting Ford specification WSS-M2C930-A. SAE 5W-20 oil provides optimum fuel economy and durability performance meeting all requirements for your vehicle’s engine.
Page 238: Battery
Change your engine oil and filter according to the appropriate schedule listed in the scheduled maintenance information. Ford production and Motorcraft replacement oil filters are designed for added engine protection and long life. If a replacement oil filter is used that does not meet Ford material and design specifications, start-up engine noises or knock may be experienced.
Page 239 6. Drive the vehicle to complete the relearning process. • The vehicle may need to be driven 10 miles (16 km) or more to relearn the idle and fuel trim strategy. 2009 Focus (foc) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 240: Engine Coolant
50/50 mixture of coolant and water provides the following: • Freeze protection down to -34°F (-36°C). • Boiling protection up to 265°F (129°C). • Protection against rust and other forms of corrosion. • Proper function of calibrated gauges. 2009 Focus (foc) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 241 Also, you can be burned if you spill coolant on hot engine parts. WARNING: Do not put engine coolant in the windshield washer fluid container. If sprayed on the windshield, engine coolant could make it difficult to see through the windshield. 2009 Focus (foc) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 242 Motorcraft Premium Gold Engine Coolant from yellow to golden tan. • Do not add/mix an orange-colored, extended life coolant such as Motorcraft Specialty Orange Engine Coolant, meeting Ford specification WSS-M97B44-D, or DEX-COOL brand with the factory-filled coolant. Mixing Motorcraft Specialty Orange Engine...
Page 243 Recycled engine coolant Ford Motor Company does NOT recommend the use of recycled engine coolant in vehicles originally equipped with Motorcraft Premium Gold Engine Coolant since a Ford-approved recycling process is not yet available.
Page 244 If the engine coolant supply is depleted, this feature allows the vehicle to be driven temporarily before incremental component damage is incurred. The “fail-safe” distance depends on ambient temperatures, vehicle load and terrain. 2009 Focus (foc) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 245 5. Restart the engine and take your vehicle to an authorized dealer. Driving the vehicle without repairing the engine problem increases the chance of engine damage. Take your vehicle to an authorized dealer as soon as possible. 2009 Focus (foc) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 246 If fuel is swallowed, call a physician immediately, even if no symptoms are immediately apparent. The toxic effects of fuel may not be visible for hours. 2009 Focus (foc) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 247 Care should be taken to avoid inhaling excess fumes. WARNING: The flow of fuel through a fuel pump nozzle can produce static electricity, which can cause a fire if fuel is pumped into an ungrounded fuel container. 2009 Focus (foc) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 248 At the next opportunity, safely pull off of the road, remove the fuel filler cap, align the cap properly and reinstall it. The check fuel cap 2009 Focus (foc) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 249 The customer warranty may be void for any damage to the fuel tank or fuel system if the correct genuine Ford, Motorcraft or other certified fuel filler cap is not used. WARNING: The fuel system may be under pressure. If the fuel filler cap is venting vapor or if you hear a hissing sound, wait until it stops before completely removing the fuel filler cap.
Page 250 Ask your fuel supplier about gasolines that meet the World-Wide Fuel Charter. Cleaner air Ford endorses the use of reformulated “cleaner-burning” gasolines to improve air quality, per the recommendations in the Choosing the right fuel section. 2009 Focus (foc)
Page 251 Empty reserve is the small amount of fuel remaining in the fuel tank after the fuel gauge indicates empty. 2009 Focus (foc) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 252 This will provide an accurate estimate of the vehicle’s fuel economy under current driving conditions. Additionally, keeping records during summer and winter will show how temperature impacts fuel economy. In general, lower temperatures give lower fuel economy. 2009 Focus (foc) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 253 • Use recommended engine oil. Refer to Maintenance product specifications and capacities in this chapter. • Perform all regularly scheduled maintenance items. Follow the recommended maintenance schedule and owner maintenance checks found in scheduled maintenance information. 2009 Focus (foc) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 254 • Do not turn off the ignition while your vehicle is moving, especially at high speeds. • Have the items listed in scheduled maintenance information performed according to the specified schedule. 2009 Focus (foc) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 255 If other than Ford, Motorcraft or Ford-authorized parts are used for maintenance replacements or for service of components affecting emission control, such non-Ford parts should be equivalent to genuine Ford Motor Company parts in performance and durability.
Page 256 OBD-II system may indicate that the vehicle is not ready for I/M testing. To determine if the vehicle is ready for I/M testing, turn the ignition key to the on position 2009 Focus (foc) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 257 5. If the fluid is below the MIN line, add fluid in small amounts until it reaches the correct level (between the MIN and MAX lines). Refer to Maintenance product specifications and capacities in this chapter for the proper fluid type. 2009 Focus (foc) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 258 5. Remove the dipstick, wiping it clean with a clean, dry lint free rag. If necessary, refer to Identifying components in the engine compartment in this chapter for the location of the dipstick. 2009 Focus (foc) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 259 Use of a non-approved automatic transmission fluid may cause internal transmission component damage. If necessary, add fluid in 1/2 pint (250 mL) increments through the filler tube until the level is correct. 2009 Focus (foc) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 260: Air Filter(S)
5. Install and tighten the fill plug securely. Use only fluid that meets Ford specifications. Refer to the Maintenance product specifications and capacities section in this chapter. AIR FILTER Refer to scheduled maintenance information for the appropriate intervals for changing the air filter element.
Page 261: Part Numbers
For PZEV, the air filter is designed to last the life of the vehicle. See your authorized dealer or qualified technician for replacement. The technician can check the diagnostics system for the possibility of an excessively dirty air filter. 2009 Focus (foc) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 262 PCV valve. Replace the PCV valve with one that meets Ford material and design specifications for your vehicle, such as a Motorcraft or equivalent replacement part. The customer warranty may be void for any damage to the emissions system if such a PCV valve is not used.
Page 263 Maintenance and Specifications 2009 Focus (foc) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 264 Maintenance and Specifications 2009 Focus (foc) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 265: Engine Data
ENGINE DATA Engine 2.0L I4 engine Cubic inches Required fuel 87 octane Firing order 1–3–4–2 Ignition system C.O.P Compression ratio 10.0:1 Spark plug gap .051 inch +/- .002 (1.3 mm +/- .05) 2009 Focus (foc) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 266 Safety Compliance Certification Label may be located. The Safety Compliance Certification Label is located on the structure (B-Pillar) by the trailing edge of the driver’s door or the edge of the driver’s door. 2009 Focus (foc) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 267 2. Brake system / Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) / Restraint System 3. Vehicle line, series, body type 4. Engine type 5. Check digit 6. Model year 7. Assembly plant 8. Production sequence number 2009 Focus (foc) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 268 TRANSMISSION CODE DESIGNATIONS You can find a transmission code on the Safety Compliance Certification Label. The following table tells you which transmission each code represents. Description Code Four-speed automatic (4F27E) Five-speed manual (MTX75) 2009 Focus (foc) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 269: Accessories
GENUINE FORD ACCESSORIES FOR YOUR VEHICLE A wide selection of Genuine Ford Accessories are available for your vehicle through your local Ford or Ford of Canada dealer. These quality accessories have been specifically engineered to fulfill your automotive needs; they are custom designed to complement the style and aerodynamic appearance of your vehicle.
Page 270 • Electrical or electronic accessories or components that are added to the vehicle by the authorized dealer or the owner may adversely affect battery performance and durability. 2009 Focus (foc) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 271: Index
Child safety seats - booster seats ...........134 Auxiliary input jack (Line in) ..29 Axle Cleaning your vehicle refill capacities ......263 engine compartment ....226 instrument panel ....227 interior ........228 plastic parts ......226 Battery ........238 washing ........224 2009 Focus (foc) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 272 Event data recording ....7 Exhaust fumes ......167 Daytime running lamps (see Lamps) ........42 Dipstick Fail safe cooling ......244 automatic transmission Fan, Engine Cooling ..231, 234 fluid ..........258 engine oil .........236 Floor mats ........67 2009 Focus (foc) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 273 Head restraints ......81 Lamps Headlamps ........41 bulb replacement aiming ........43 specifications chart ....46 bulb specifications ....46 daytime running light ....42 daytime running lights .....42 fog lamps ........41 flash to pass ......42 headlamps .........41 2009 Focus (foc) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 274 .....76 Moon roof ........59 Roadside assistance ....184 Motorcraft parts ..230, 246, 261 Safety belts (see Safety Octane rating ......250 restraints) ......89, 92–97 Oil (see Engine oil) ....236 Safety Canopy ......112 2009 Focus (foc) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 275 (BSI) ..177 Steering wheel fluid, checking and adding controls ........58 (automatic) ......258 tilting .........51 fluid, checking and adding Stereo (manual) .........260 CD-MP3 ........20 fluid, refill capacities ....263 SYNC ..........37 manual operation ....181 2009 Focus (foc) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
Page 276 .........52 Windshield washer fluid and Vehicle Identification Number wipers ..........50 (VIN) ..........267 checking and adding fluid ..235 replacing wiper blades ...235 Vehicle loading ......158 Ventilating your vehicle ...167 Wrecker towing ......214 2009 Focus (foc) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)

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