2003 Ford Focus Problems and Repair Information

Get Help and Support for Ford

View All Support Options Below
Free 2003 Ford Focus manuals!
Problems with 2003 Ford Focus?

Ask a Question
Other Models

Most Recent 2003 Ford Focus Questions

Heater Not Pushing Out Any Air
a month or so ago, the heater began to intermittanly work sending out heat when it felt like it.. no...
(Posted by fireybird1959 9 years ago)
2003 Focus Zx3 Flasher
Going on a trip: how to turn off hazard flasher to save battery.?
(Posted by brill61842 9 years ago)
Emission Bulb
how to replace an emission bulb and where do I find it
(Posted by conniehy58 9 years ago)
How To Change Fuse 63 Ford Focus
(Posted by gidelkrwalter 9 years ago)

2003 Ford Focus Videos

2003 Ford Focus SE
Duration: 1:42
Total Views: 3,160
Pre-Owned 2003 Ford Focus Denver CO 80221
Duration: 2:03
Total Views: 395
Replace 2003-2007 Ford Focus Side Rear View Mirror , How to Change Install 2004 2005 2006
Duration: 5:56
Total Views: 1,121
2003 Ford Focus ZX3 August Bitburg Slalom/Auto-X(Wet Run)
Duration: 1:37
Total Views: 2,295

Popular 2003 Ford Focus Manual Pages

Scheduled Maintenance Guide 6th Printing - Page 2

...© 2003 Ford Motor Company 2 2003 Universal Service Guide (usg) Universal Service Guide USA English (fus) Find Your Way Find Your Way Table of Contents General Owner's Information ...1 Find Your Way ...2 General Maintenance Information ...4 Owner Checks and Services ...8 Normal Schedule ...9 Mileage Intervals ...9 Exceptions ...34 Special Operating Conditions ...37 Maintenance and Service...
Scheduled Maintenance Guide 6th Printing - Page 6

.... This maintenance frequency represented in italic type are : 6 2003 Universal Service Guide (usg) Universal Service Guide USA English (fus) The listed services should be performed at specified mileage intervals. Items listed in this schedule typifies what the vast majority of the more frequently, see your vehicle under typical, everyday driving conditions. For specific recommendations...
Scheduled Maintenance Guide 6th Printing - Page 25

... Weight (see page 5) Additional services for: Diesel Check air filter minder, replace filter as required Additional services for optimal tire life. Normal Schedule Normal Schedule 100,000 miles Cars, Minivans, Light Trucks, Sport Utilities, Vans, 4x4, Natural Gas, Propane, and Diesel Vehicles Change engine oil and replace oil filter Inspect accessory drive belt(s) Inspect tires for wear.
Scheduled Maintenance Guide 6th Printing - Page 28

Normal Schedule Normal Schedule 120,000 miles Cars, Minivans, Light Trucks, Sport Utilities, Vans, 4x4, Natural Gas, Propane, and Diesel Vehicles Change engine oil and replace oil filter Inspect brake pads/shoes/rotors/drums, brake lines & hoses, and parking brake system Inspect wheel ends for endplay and noise Inspect engine cooling system and hoses Inspect exhaust system and heat shields ...
Scheduled Maintenance Guide 6th Printing - Page 33

Normal Schedule Normal Schedule 150,000 miles Cars, Minivans, Light Trucks, Sport Utilities, Vans, 4x4, Natural Gas, Propane, and Diesel Vehicles Change engine oil and replace oil filter Inspect brake pads/shoes/rotors/drums, brake lines & hoses, and parking brake system Inspect wheel ends for endplay and noise Inspect engine cooling system and hoses Change Premium Gold coolant (see exceptions ...
Scheduled Maintenance Guide 6th Printing - Page 39

... Stamp: Ǣ Ǣ See corresponding mileage in maintenance schedule for services performed. Date: Mileage: Normal SOC Dealer's Stamp: Ǣ Ǣ See corresponding mileage in maintenance schedule for services performed. 39 2003 Universal Service Guide (usg) Universal Service Guide USA English (fus) Maintenance and Service Record Maintenance and Service Record See An Authorized Dealer...
Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 81

... to Safety restraints for children or Safety seats for children later in this mode, the shoulder belt is automatically pre-locked. The front outboard and rear safety restraints in the shoulder belt. For example, if the driver brakes suddenly or turns a corner sharply, or the vehicle receives an impact of approximately 8 km/h (5 mph) or...
Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 107

.... 2. ON/RUN, all Canadian Interference-Causing Equipment standard requirements regulating the impulse electrical field strength of radio noise. Release the key as soon as the engine starts. When starting a fuel-injected engine, don't press the accelerator before you have difficulty starting is controlled by the powertrain control system. Exhaust fumes can start your vehicle in...
Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 134

... R16 D1 D2 D3 Fuse Amp Rating 40A Power ...engine only) Cooling fan 2 relay (2.0L engine only) Air conditioning relay Daytime Running Lamps (DRL) relay Fog lamps relay HID lamps (SVT only) Cooling fan high speed (A/C only) relay (2.0L engine only) Cooling fan low speed relay PCM diode Cooling fan diode A/C clutch diode CHANGING A FLAT TIRE If you get a flat tire while driving do not brake...
Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 184

...• Perform all regularly scheduled maintenance items. Follow the recommended maintenance schedule and owner maintenance checks found in your foot on the brake pedal while driving may waste fuel. •...; Steady speeds without stopping will reduce fuel economy. • Use recommended engine oil. Maintenance • Keep tires properly inflated and use only recommended size. •...
Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 210

... Infant seats (see Safety seats) ..99 Inspection/maintenance (I/M) testing ...187 Instrument panel cleaning ...158 cluster ...10 lighting up panel and interior ...39 J Jump-starting your vehicle ...138 K Keys positions of the ignition ...107 L Lamps bulb replacement specifications chart ...42-43 cargo lamps ...39 daytime running light ...38 fog lamps ...38 headlamps ...38 headlamps, flash to pass...
Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 211

... ...56 Motorcraft parts ...182, 196 O Octane rating ...181 Oil (see Engine oil) ...166 P Parking brake ...112 Parts (see Motorcraft parts) ...196 Power distribution box (see Fuses) ...131 Power steering ...115 fluid, checking and adding ...188 fluid, refill capacity ...196 fluid, specifications ...198, 200 Power Windows ...52 R Rear window defroster ...37 Relays ...127 Remote entry system ...65...
SVT Supplement 1st Printing - Page 6

... of the the engine oil. Refer to Engine oil in the Focus Owner's Guide. Refer to low oil level, the engine oil pressure warning light in the main instrument cluster will illuminate. Check the oil level and add oil if needed. SVT FOCUS SPECIFIC FEATURES SVT AUXILIARY INSTRUMENT CLUSTER Oil temperature gauge Indicates the temperature of the engine oil, not the oil level. Stop the...
SVT Supplement 1st Printing - Page 14

... transmission to the bottom of the filler hole with the vehicle on a level surface 14 MAINTENANCE MOTORCRAFT PART NUMBERS Component Air filter Battery Oil filter PCV value Spark plug REFILL CAPACITIES Fluid Brake fluid Engine oil (includes filter change) Engine coolant* 2.0 L SVT Zetec engine FAĆ1688 BXTĆ96R FLĆ400 S EVĆ250 AYFSĆ...
SVT Supplement 1st Printing - Page 16

... Company Warranty Guide discusses the installation of a nonĆFord part." 16 SVT does not recommend modifying or racing our vehicles, as ...the factory. A Word about Warranty Coverage A WORD ABOUT WARRANTY COVERAGE The SVT Focus carries the same warranty coverage as other Ford Focus models. The SVT Focus or any SVT vehicle can be driven as follows: Repairs are not reimbursable under...
Warranty Guide 4th Printing - Page 4

... Your Warranty Begins Check Your Vehicle Maintain Your Vehicle Properly Who Pays For Warranty Repairs? Table of Contents 1. THE NEW VEHICLE LIMITED WARRANTY FOR YOUR 2003-MODEL FOCUS Quick Reference: Warranty Coverage What Is Covered? Bumper To Bumper Coverage Safety Restraint Coverage Corrosion Coverage What Is Not Covered? 4.
Warranty Guide 4th Printing - Page 6

... the Emissions Defect Warranties and Emissions Performance Warranties which cover your selling dealer would like you and your 2003-model Focus. Introduction Ford Motor Company and your emissions control systems. Ford Motor Vehicle Assurance Company (a subsidiary of Ford Motor Company, The American Road, Dearborn, MI 48121) provides the New Vehicle Limited Warranty (pages 4-7), except that...
Warranty Guide 4th Printing - Page 9

...Vehicle Limited Warranty is shorter. Ford, Ford Motor Vehicle Assurance Company and your 2003-model Focus Your NEW VEHICLE LIMITED WARRANTY gives you . Some states do not allow Ford or Ford Motor Vehicle Assurance Company to ...12-20. For example, you are not responsible for any time that the car or light truck is reasonably fit for the general purpose for your vehicle or this warranty. You...
Warranty Guide 4th Printing - Page 20

... About List of Parts Also covered by the two emissions warranties are all emissions-related bulbs, hoses, clamps, brackets, tubes, gaskets, seals, belts, connectors, non diesel fuel lines, and wiring harnesses that are used with components on a certain maintenance schedule: these parts remain under warranty until : (a) the first replacement time that should be replaced...
Warranty Guide 4th Printing - Page 25

... by this warranty are all emissions-related bulbs, hoses, clamps, brackets, tubes, gaskets, seals, belts, connectors, fuel lines, and wiring harnesses that should be replaced on the list of covered parts. Your Ford Motor Company dealer maintains a complete list of parts above. COVERAGE FOR 2003 FOCUS (2.0L & 2.3L ENGINES - For more details about List of abuse...

2003 Ford Focus Reviews

Do you have an experience with the 2003 Ford Focus that you would like to share?
Earn 750 points for your review!
We have not received any reviews for the 2003 Ford Focus yet.

Popular 2003 Ford Focus Search Terms

The following terms are frequently used to search for 2003 Ford Focus support:

Ask a New Question
Use the box below to post a new question about the 2003 Ford Focus.
Manuals / Documents
Download any of our 2003 Ford Focus manuals for free!

We have the following 5 documents available for the 2003 Ford Focus:
  • Owner Guide 1st Printing
  • Scheduled Maintenance Guide 6th Printing
  • Warranty Guide 4th Printing
  • SVT Supplement 1st Printing
  • Safety Advice Card 1st Printing
Points & Prizes
  • You can earn points for nearly everything you do on HelpOwl.com
  • You can trade in those points for gift cards at leading retailers such as Amazon.com and Walmart
  • It's that simple!
See How it Works
Create a Free Account

Ford Manuals

Find free 2003 Ford Focus manuals and user guides available at ManualOwl.com. Try out our unique manual viewer allowing you to interact with manuals from directly within your browser!

Ford Reviews

View thousands of 2003 Ford Focus user reviews and customer ratings available at ReviewOwl.com.

Contact Information

Complete Ford customer service contact information including steps to reach representatives, hours of operation, customer support links and more from ContactHelp.com.

Scoreboard Ratings

See detailed Ford customer service rankings, employee comments and much more from our sister site.

Ford Recalls

Find comprehensive Ford recall information updated hourly on RecallOwl.com.