KNOWN FAULTS · Ford

Ford Focus (II) 1.6 TDCi common problems.

2004–2011 · Diesel

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2 known faults with sources

Applies if: Weak points of this model from inspections, breakdown statistics and recalls; anything specific to one engine is stated in the sheet.

2.0 TDCi turbo, coils and suspension on the Focus IIKnown weak points

Engine / equipment: Ford Focus II (petrol and diesel)
Period mentioned: 2004–2011
Symptoms: On the 2.0 TDCi, a turbo starved of oil by a coked feed pipe; clogged EGR and auxiliary-belt tensioner; hesitation from moisture in the coil; the 1.6 Ti-VCT phaser; number-plate light, tailgate switch, ABS sensors and air conditioning; at the roadworthiness test, suspension, discs, oil leaks, exhaust and lights.
Possible cause described: The 2.0 TDCi turbo oil pipe ran too close to the manifold (fixed from 2008). Recalls: cooling-fan module (fire risk), 2.0 TDCi brake servo in the cold, a power-steering line and coolant monitoring.
Check for the garage: On the 2.0 TDCi, change the oil often and check the turbo pipe; check campaigns by VIN; check suspension and discs.
Cost cited in the source: No verified estimate; ask the garage for a quote.A rough figure from the original database, not an up-to-date quote.

1.6 TDCi turbo starved of oilInjection / turbo

Engine / equipment: 1.6 TDCi (DV6)
Period mentioned: Approx. 2004–2018
Symptoms: Hissing from the engine, diesel smell in the cabin, very dark oil between changes and, eventually, a failing turbo with smoke and loss of power.
Possible cause described: The injectors’ copper washers stop sealing; the gases form carbon that gets into the oil and blocks the mesh filter in the turbo oil-feed pipe, starving the turbo. The wrong oil and switching off with the turbo very hot make it worse.
Check for the garage: Check the injector washers and the turbo oil-feed filter. If the turbo is replaced, also clean the sump, intercooler and feed pipe, or the new turbo can fail again. Use low-SAPS oil.
Cost cited in the source: Approx. €1,200–2,500 for a turbo replacement with oil-circuit cleaningA rough figure from the original database, not an up-to-date quote.