Replacing the cabin filter of Ford Focus 3 with your own hands, photo, watch video

All more or less modern cars are equipped with a filter for cleaning the air entering the cabin; Ford Focus 3 is no exception; it also has this cleaning element.

The cabin filter is designed to remove impurities from the air entering the cabin from outside.

Due to this purification element, it is possible to remove 85-95% of contaminants from the air (dust, small insects, sand, pollen, etc.). It belongs to the so-called consumables, therefore it must be periodically replaced.

Replacement frequency

The manufacturer of Ford Focus 3 has established that this element must be replaced every 30 thousand km.
However, our road realities make their own adjustments. And if in winter the air dust content is lower, in summer there are a lot of foreign impurities, which significantly reduces the operating time of the cabin filter, to about 15 thousand kilometers.

If the car is operated in very dusty conditions, it may be necessary to replace the filter even earlier. Therefore, it is not necessary to strictly follow the frequency of changing the air purification element for the cabin according to mileage.

Even if the car is used infrequently, it is recommended to replace it at least once a year, and preferably twice, before the summer and winter seasons.

Step-by-step instructions for replacing the cabin filter in Ford Focus 3

First of all, we look for a small hatch 3x3 cm, which is located in the passenger’s feet, on the left side of the console. Let's dismantle it.
Having opened the hatch, you will see the panel clip; you also need to unscrew it and remove the protection.

You will see the inside of the console. If you look straight at it, you will find the cabin filter mounting clips on the right side. Using a Phillips screwdriver, unscrew the cover of the cleaning element and remove it.

Next, remove the old filter and put a new one in its place.

Then we assemble the structure in reverse order.

Features of cabin filters

Replacing the cabin filter yourself is easy. But before you “climb” into it, you need to buy a new element.

Naturally, it is better to purchase an original cleaning element, although it is more expensive.

But the auto parts market is quite extensive, so you can find a cheaper and non-original filter.

It is only important that the item being purchased is suitable in size and intended for this car.

Now a little about the filters themselves. They are available in two types - dust and coal.

The first of them is made from cellulose; it provides good air purification from foreign impurities.

The carbon filter is also made of cellulose, but it is impregnated with activated carbon.

The presence of carbon particles allows such a filter not only to purify the air, but also to neutralize harmful chemical compounds. Therefore, for drivers with allergies it is better to use just such a filter.

But the carbon element has its own peculiarity. Neutralization of harmful substances is carried out by retaining them with coal particles. But over time, these particles become so saturated with these substances that they no longer retain them and they begin to actively enter the cabin.

Therefore, the service life of a carbon element is shorter than that of a conventional dust element.

Having purchased a new consumable, you can begin to replace it. In addition to this, you will also need two things:

A screwdriver with interchangeable bits (you will need either a Phillips bit or a T15 Torx);
Rags.

Sequence of work

In the Ford Focus 3, the cabin filter is located behind the center console and can be reached from the front passenger side.

Having prepared everything, you can start working:

We immobilize the car and make sure to put it on the handbrake. To gain access to the cabin filter cover, it is necessary to remove the fuse box protective panel located below the glove compartment. This panel is easy to recognize - it is fastened with two pistons; Carefully remove the pistons, and then remove the protective panel and put it aside; Two chips connected to the fuse block may prevent you from removing the consumable. When removing a used element, it will rest against these chips, so we disconnect them; There will be a cover installed on the side wall of the center console that needs to be removed; In Focus models of 3 different years of production, this cover is secured in its own way. In some it is screwed with a bolt with a Phillips screwdriver head, in others it is with a T15 Torx head, and in others it may not have this bolt at all. If there is still a bolt, unscrew it; The lid is also held in place by two latches located on its sides. We press these latches, pull the cover towards you a little, and then pull it down and remove it; There is a filter under the cover; carefully remove it. It may rest against something, so to make removal easier, you can squeeze and bend the old consumable; Wipe the inside of the case with a rag to remove debris and dust; We install a new one in place of the removed one.

It is important to place it correctly. There are arrows on the end surface of the filter; there may also be the inscription “Air Flow”

The arrows indicate the direction of air movement, that is, when installing a new filter, they should point towards the passenger compartment, not the engine compartment; Carefully install the new cleaning element. When installing it, you can also bend and compress it a little. The only important thing is not to damage it. Having installed it in place, we check and, if necessary, straighten the filter so that it is positioned correctly and there are no gaps between it and the housing; Replace the cover and secure it with clamps and a bolt (if present). We connect the chips to the safety block, put the protective panel in place and secure it with caps.

This operation will take no more than 20 minutes to complete. Therefore, it is not necessary to contact a service station to have them change the cabin filter; anyone can change this element on a Ford Focus 3, quickly and saving money.

Timely replacement of this element will ensure clean air in the cabin, absence of dust and litter, adding comfort.

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Element condition assessment

The driver of a Ford Focus 3, having gained access to the part, visually assesses the condition of the component and decides whether it is advisable to install a new component. It may be possible to continue using the product by removing large pieces of dirt and removing small particles of dust using a vacuum cleaner. The presence of a dark gray or black coating with large volumes of dust, dirt, leaves, pollen indicates an urgent need to replace the component.

Pay careful attention to the component installation procedure

It is important not to damage the product with sharp objects that can impair functionality and render the part unusable.

Is it possible to start the engine alone?

There are situations when a car owner finds himself alone with a discharged battery, and there is no one to help. The question arises whether it is possible to start the power unit yourself, without waiting for a tow truck or a friend to arrive with a new battery. Experienced drivers practice 2 methods:

if the car is small and parked on a slope, try pushing it alone;
use the tow rope to spin one of the drive wheels.

The first option is suitable for physically strong men who can move their own car and accelerate to 10–15 km/h. It is easier to do this on a slope, but much more difficult on a flat area. The trick is to push the car with the door open and the ignition on, and then jump in, put the car in gear and release the clutch. The main thing is to perform the listed actions before the car slows down.

The second method does not require much physical effort, although some dexterity will be required. The technique is based on the principle of operation of a center differential, which transmits torque to one of the wheels in the event of the second one being blocked. To use this method and start the engine alone, you need to have a cable (preferably a long one) and a jack. The algorithm of actions is as follows:

Secure the vehicle with a handbrake and safety stands for the wheels (any boards or stones will do).
Raise one of the drive wheels with a jack and wrap the belt tightly around the tire.
Turn on the ignition, 3rd gear and sharply pull the end of the cable to spin the wheel.
After starting, turn off the speed and lower the jack. Don't turn off the engine.

You probably won’t be able to start the engine the first time - you need to get used to it, try to switch to another gear. In a front-wheel drive car, turn the wheels as much as possible to make turning easier and more comfortable. In the future, it is worth carrying special wires in the trunk for “lighting” from other cars.

Is it possible to start a car with a pushrod yourself?

You can quite easily start the engine from the pushrod yourself under two conditions. The first important option is to have a sufficiently large and perfectly flat area for vehicle acceleration. The second condition is a warm engine that has just been in working condition.

The main differences between self-starting the engine from a pusher are the following:

you will need to accelerate the car yourself, and the speed may need to be a little higher;
It’s worth accelerating the car with the driver’s door open to quickly jump into the car on the move;
after this, the clutch will not have to be released smoothly, but thrown abruptly, otherwise the gained speed will not be enough to start the power unit;
At the same time as cranking the engine, you should fully depress the gas pedal.

Be careful and careful when starting the engine this way, because if you act rashly, you can take the car up a hill, from which it will roll uncontrollably and crash into some obstacle. Also leave a large amount of space in front of the car, because when the ignition switches on quickly, pressing the gas pedal to the floor will cause very rapid acceleration.

The process of starting the engine yourself from a pusher will look something like this.

Logos of English automobile companies: photos, descriptions

Rolls-Royce - this company has several logos:

The woman with wings is also called the “spirit of delight.” The lady is depicted in motion - she flies, symbolizing lightness and dynamics. The prototype of the lady is considered to be the secretary of Rolls' friend named Eleanor Thornton.
Two letters R in a rectangular frame - they are abbreviations of the company name. The letters seem to overlap each other

The flying lady was depicted both in the emblem of the car and adorned it in the form of a figurine. The second Rolls-Royce emblem in the form of the first letters

MG – this logo is well known to fans of sports cars. It stands for "Morris Garage", that is, "Morris Garages". It's easy to guess that Morris was the name of the company's founder.

True, today the name of the company has been transformed and somewhat expanded to MG Cars Company. But they decided not to add anything else to the logo.

MG logo

Land Rover - the developers did not come up with anything abstruse. They simply wrote the company name in a green oval. Green color was chosen as a symbol of environmental friendliness.

Land Rover emblem

Jaguar - it’s easy to guess that the symbol of the stylish cars of this brand is the predator jaguar. Previously, he decorated the hood of a car with a three-dimensional figurine, but such a find was considered impractical. And the beast moved onto the logo.

The animal represents everything that a car is associated with. That is, beauty, power, strength and, of course, speed.

Jaguar logo

Rover - not everyone knows that this is what a group of people are called. Rovers were those who traveled on ships. These people resembled Vikings, which is reflected in the emblem.

Rover logo Second version of the Rover emblem

Bristol - the creators decided to immortalize the entire coat of arms of the city in the emblem. This city, of course, is Bristol - the place where the company appeared in 1919.

Bristol emblem

Element condition assessment

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Pay careful attention to the component installation procedure

It is important not to damage the product with sharp objects that can impair functionality and render the part unusable.

Recommendations

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Systematic direct starting can lead to malfunctions in the vehicle's wiring. This type of connection can be used one time. To correctly close a knot directly, you should follow several rules:

Select a metal product with a large cross-section. This will prevent the part from heating up and causing a burn.
It is necessary to close the nuts, not the threaded surfaces. Violating this rule will damage the threaded connection.
When connecting, do not touch other parts. The mass of a vehicle is its body. Connecting pads and other parts will result in a short circuit.
Turn off the power immediately after starting the power plant. Untimely shutdown will cause the drive gear (Bendix) to break.

Taking into account these recommendations, you will be able to correctly close the electric starter with a screwdriver or other object.

Causes

The cabin filter in a car is designed to clean the incoming air from:

dust;
dirt particles;
unpleasant odors;
smoke;
soot.

During operation, the air filter becomes dirty, its throughput decreases, which negatively affects the operation of the heating system and comfort inside the car. The microclimate in the cabin depends on the degree of cleanliness of the incoming air, which affects the health of the driver and passengers.

Comparison of new and old filter

The need for replacement is determined after a visual inspection of the old element or by the smell that appears in the cabin when the stove is turned on. If the filter is dirty, the windows will fog up. The reason is the ineffective operation of the car's air conditioning system. Condensation accumulates in the contaminated element, causing a musty smell.

We are starting to replace

As mentioned above, the cleaning system element in the “second” Focus is located under the dashboard on the driver’s side. In particular, the compartment cover is located at the driver’s feet, next to the gas pedal.

We take the “10” key and unscrew the three nuts to remove the “gas” pedal. Then drop the pedal block

Attention! It is not recommended to use a block with wires to disconnect from the pedal unless absolutely necessary! In accordance with the rules established by the manufacturer, the service life of this gasket with wires is limited to ten installation / dismantling processes. Pressing the pedal, we see three screws. they need to be unscrewed using the key “7”. Then remove the compartment cover and remove the component itself

It is recommended to remember the direction of the arrow on the element body in advance, since the new filter must be installed in one direction. We are adding a new element. for more convenience, you can do this by squeezing it using an accordion. This replacement of the cleaning system component can be considered complete. Now we need to put everything back together. Naturally, not forgetting the gas pedal.

Old and new Ford Focus filters