The second generation Ford Focus is a budget car that was introduced in 2005 and was produced until 2011. During its presence on the market, it has undergone restyling, mainly regarding its appearance, which has become much more interesting. In the Russian Federation, as in other countries of the world, this model is extremely popular due to its reliability, modernity and efficiency. Moreover, a large selection of engines and trim levels made it possible to choose a car at a fairly low price, which also had a positive impact on popularity.
The second generation FordFocus came in a variety of body styles, including:
- Sedan (the best-selling option, since it combines external beauty, a spacious trunk and efficiency, which is valued by car enthusiasts in the post-Soviet space).
- Hatchback (the most attractive and modern of the entire family, which has many advantages; thanks to its interesting style, it was popular among young people).
- Station wagon (a less popular body type of the Ford Focus, but with more serious capabilities for transporting cargo).
- Convertible (this option is very rare, but it is a very elegant car; it has a hard roof).
Since the Ford Focus is equipped with an internal combustion engine, its energy source is fuel, which is stored in a special tank. In our article we will talk about what volume and how many liters need to be poured into the Ford Focus fuel tank. It should be noted that this model is a small-volume vehicle, and therefore does not require a large fuel tank.
What and how much to fill in Ford Focus III
| Refueling/lubrication point | Filling volume, liters | Name of material/liquid | |
| 1.6 l (105 and 125 hp) | 2.0 L (150 hp) | ||
| Fuel tank | 55 | 55 | Unleaded gasoline with an octane rating of at least 95 |
| Engine lubrication system: with filter without a filter | 4,1 3,75 | 4,3 3,9 | SAE 5W-20 and SAE 5W-30 oil meeting Ford WSS-M2C-913-B, WSS-M2C-913-C, WSS-M2C-925-C or SAE 5W-30 oil meeting ACEA A5/B5 requirements |
| Cooling system | 5,8 | 6,3 | Motorcraft SuperPlus or antifreeze meeting Ford WSS-M97B44-D |
| Windshield washer: with headlight washer without headlight washer | 4,5 3 | 4,5 3 | In summer - a concentrate of special liquid for the washer reservoir, diluted with clean water, in winter - anti-freezing liquid |
| Transmission | 2,4 | 2,4 | SAE 85W90, API, GL-4 |
| Hydraulic brake system/hydraulic clutch release | Up to the “MAX” mark 1.2-1.5 liters | Up to the “MAX” mark 1.2-1.5 liters | Ford brake fluid, Motorcraft Super DOT4 or Ford brake fluid WSS-M6C57-A2 |
| Hydraulic power steering | Without rinsing - 1 liter with rinsing 1.5 liters. | Without rinsing - 1 liter with rinsing 1.5 liters. | Red - Ford WSA/M2C938/A. article 1776431 Green - M2С204/А2 USA. article number 1781003 |
| Constant velocity joints of front wheel drives | — | — | CV joint-4, CV joint-4M, imported lithium-based lubricants with 5% molybdenum |
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Replacement process
Removing the Ford Focus 2 gas tank is not an easy process, and the operation cannot be completed quickly. Therefore, it is recommended that before proceeding directly to action, it is worth understanding that it is necessary to have a sufficient supply of time.
To carry out the process correctly, it is recommended to find wiring diagrams, as well as diagrams for attaching the gas tank and auxiliary elements. Previously, you can determine that you will need a set of tools: sockets and keys, screwdrivers, VD-40 and a jack.
Let's look at the sequence of actions that will be required to remove the fuel tank of a Ford Focus 2:
- Remove the negative terminal from the battery.
- We remove the fuse that controls the fuel supply. It is located in the mounting block.
- Relieve pressure from the fuel system.
- Now you need to unscrew the thermal protection screw. It is located under the car.
Next, the fuel system element is ready for further operations and manipulations. Assembly of the unit is carried out strictly in the reverse order of disassembly.
Need for dismantling
A car's gas tank is removed only in extremely rare cases, since this process is quite labor-intensive, and if it is also carried out at a car service center, it is also expensive. So, let's consider in what cases it is necessary to dismantle the gas tank:
- A motorist will have to dismantle the fuel tank when low-quality (“bodega”) fuel has been poured into it, and during operation it turns out that the car requires cleaning the fuel system. This also includes clogging of the fuel cell.
- If the gas tank is damaged during operation. This category includes damage due to road accidents and temporary corrosive effects.
- Dismantling when the rear part of the body is damaged, when it is necessary to remove the fuel tank.
- When carrying out major body repairs.
- Other reasons associated with removing the fuel tank.
Fuel tank repair
Many motorists have experienced gasoline spills. This is usually due to damage to the tank seal due to impact, rupture or corrosion. It is in this case that it will be necessary not only to dismantle the fuel tank, but also to repair it.
Soldering. In this case, the puncture site is cleaned and degreased. For restoration, you will need a reinforced mesh, as well as solder for radio components. We apply a mesh to the puncture site and, using a soldering iron and solder, close the gap or window. The soldered elements must be treated with a special mastic or, in extreme cases, resin.
Brew. This is a fairly common method. As in the first case, the part must be cleaned. Then, using a welding machine, the holes in the gas tank are welded. We grind the surface and remove scale. All that remains is to paint the part.
Some car enthusiasts use cold welding to seal holes. Naturally, this method is not durable, and the leak can resume at any moment. That is why such repairs are temporary.
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- The fuel tank volume of the third generation Ford Focus is 55 liters. on a full tank the car can travel about 800 km if you don’t drive fast and without traffic jams.
Damir Idrisov Expert Auto Mechanic
07/19/2015 at 14:28
- It’s quite possible to fill 50 liters of gasoline! already 55 you definitely won’t be able to
Dmitry Evgeniev Pros
09/17/2015 at 11:08
- Ford Focus 3 2012. sedan 2.0 robot. With fuel remaining for 70-80 km. on board comp. (low fuel level icon is on) a maximum of 38 liters fits into the tank until the tank is full! The average consumption in the city is around 10.3.
Osman Aliyev Newbie
05/29/2019 at 15:12
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OD says that it must be locked, they made an appointment for May 11... so we'll figure it out... let them do it under warranty. Be sure to follow up with the results.
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Vortex quote sincere I was surprised to find that instead of half the tank it was empty... a simple look at the body showed that it had been drained! What's with the isiful, what's with the lid - you'll drain the fuel through the neck, because you can't push the hose into the tank... Well, what can I say. On the other hand, a foundation for the future.
In the salon, the master was surprised that it didn’t lock. In short, we agreed that if they tear it out, I’ll come to them to fix it and scream angrily. The question arises: where is the truth... and what to do about it... the easiest way, of course, is to score... since this in itself is not a problem... or still write to the PMK.
Well then, let those who have a lockable hatch write here, which I highly doubt. But the Titanium doesn’t lock the hatch for me, but I have space for a lock with a retractable pin like the one on ff2 dorestayl ffclub. Actually, my problem is that when I refuel, my gun constantly clicks off.
Ford Focus hatchback tank volume - described in detail
Ford Focus is a compact C-class model, one of the most popular Ford models. It is a four-door sedan, as well as a five-door station wagon and a three/five-door hatchback. The car has been sold since 1998. The first generation Focus is based on the Ghia concept car, introduced back in 1991. The prototype design was first implemented in the Ford Ka (1996) and Ford Cougar (1998).
The first generation car was produced in the USA, Germany and Russia. As of 1999, more than half a million Focus cars of various modifications were produced and sold in Russia. In 1999, a crash test took place involving a Ford Focus hatchback with a 1.6-liter engine. The car received four stars for the safety of adult passengers.
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When calculating on my computer, it fits minus 8-10 liters. At work ff2, 2006. it is put into the tank exactly according to calculations.
there was a story of traveling south. So we're going with 2 focus mines and 1.6 training ones. We refueled together, but I got closer to zero 30 km earlier than the 1.6. We are driving, there are 2 km left before the gas station and there are no gas stations, we stopped and smoked and we don’t know what to do. We decided where it would stall from there and pull it. We drove about another 70 km and then we stopped for gas, we thought that I was going on air!)) I think that there is at least 10 liters left when it says 0.
So as not to burn the fuel pump and not to sip mud from the bottom, there are 10-15 liters there. I drove 140km on mine at 0km when I showed it. And then I filled in 56 liters out of 63
