Overheating ford focus - Ancap Discussion starter. 12 posts · Joined 2021. #1 · Dec 7, 2021. Hey, like 2-3 years ago my Ford Focus 2001 was overheating in highways (usually when there was a slope). It magically fixed until like 3 weeks ago, when it started again with the same problem. I've gone to 4 garages and no solution (they changed the thermostat, water pump ...

 
Overheating at 70mph+/Under Heavy Load [SOLVED] The last 2 weeks I've had quite the recurring headache. I was driving to work like normal, not pushing it hard not taking it easy just going the way I always do, start to go up an overpass bridge/hill and my overheat (little yellow light with exclamation point in spiked circle) light turned on .... Home depot drummond

shizznizz980. 61 posts · Joined 2006. #8 · Jul 24, 2006. for now just turn on your A/C and it wont overheat. Plus the focus has that overheating fail proof system incase it ever overheats 2 pistons turn into aircompressors and …Jan 27, 2022 · Conclusion. P0480 is usually caused by a bad fan or a bad fan relay. Good luck fixing your Ford Focus! P0480 is a relatively common OBDII trouble code. It indicates that your Ford Focus's "cooling fan 1 control circuit" is malfunctioning. It's a generic code, so it has the same meaning for any vehicle made for the 1996 model year and up. When Ford built the 2012 Focus, they aimed to make it the picture of reliability. Although they largely achieved their goal, this car still has its fair share of issues. The majority did not arise until later, leaving the carmaker having to send out recall notices and technical service bulletins.1 post · Joined 2015. #1 · Apr 14, 2015. I have been experiencing overheating problems lately with my 2013 Focus ST. In normal driving everything is fine but on long uphills in the mountains the temperature indications (both engine coolant and oil) will peg unless I slow dramatically (around 50 mph) and shift down to 4th gear.The most common reasons a 2018 Ford Focus is overheating are a coolant leak (water pump, radiator, hose etc.), the radiator fan, or a failed thermostat. 0 % 41% of the time it's theJul 6, 2020 ... FORD FOCUS MK3 BLEED COOLING SYSTEM. CAR OVERHEATS AIR IN COOLANT SYSTEM If you have Ford Focus and you to bleed the cooling system on your ...You should not be getting overheating at 220 degrees since that is near normal op temp. Sometimes, but not always, coolant will leak into engine oil with a bad head gasket and turn it milky. Bad thermostat does not seem likely if engine temp is only reaching 220. Like.Ford Focus Overheating. 37 recalls found for vehicles like yours. Symptoms. Overheating. Ford Focus Overheating. Reasons a Ford Focus Is Overheating. Ford …Sep 19, 2016 · So today I was driving to the Dodger game, in bumper-to-bumper traffic, going slightly uphill, when I got a notification that read "Transmission overheating" and it said to stop safely for 8 minutes. There was no place for me to safely stop. Now, I know the DCT is faulty, and, in fact, my car often shudders and makes grinding noises, but this ... Symptoms - Engine shows signs of overheating at speed and/or going up hills.ie whenever the engine is under some sort of load.As if the heating capacity of t...The OAT (Outside Air Temperature) was 54 degrees Farenheit. 65 mile drive on slight decline (700ft drop over 65 miles) @ 58mph temp was 86C-88C. 1 mile drive on slight incline up @ 25-40mph temp raised to 97C. …Got a distressing phone call from my wife this evening. She was driving along and her temperature gauge started rising over half way. She has a 2005 mk2 1.6 ford focus titanium, and it's been pretty much trouble free unit now. When I arrived the fans were going ballistic even with the engine off so I popped the bonnet, and noticed straight …Whether you already own a Ford vehicle or you want to be a Ford owner, you can find a Ford dealer near you to purchase a car or get service for the one you own. Use these tips to f...Dec 9, 2018 · 2012 Ford focus SEL temperature gauge Spike, WARNING alarm, and overheating concerns. Same issues on Ford Focus 2012-2016 ***Check out updated Part 2*** http... Some Transmission and Engine Issues Surfaced After Recalls were Made, Implying Ford’s Work on the Troubles may not be Finished. In November 2018, a recall was issued for a transmission fluid leak resulting in overheating engines, clutch slips, and potential fire.This recall affected 2,828 1.0L Fox GTDI Focus units with six-speed …Dec 18, 2018 ... Note: This may work for some but not everyone so please keep that in mind. I did a video in the past on how to bypass the cooling fan relays ...Sep 2, 2023 · Resolving overheating problems in a 2002 Ford Focus may require different actions depending on the cause. Repairing or replacing a faulty thermostat, fixing leaks in the cooling system, unclogging the radiator, or replacing a malfunctioning water pump are common solutions. Regular maintenance, such as flushing the coolant system and addressing ... 872. Name: Andy. Ford Model: Ford Focus MK3.5 Facelift Titanium X. Ford Year: 2015. UK/Ireland Location: Hampshire. Posted May 30, 2017. On 5/27/2017 at 12:25 PM, andypsp said: have you enough antifreeze in there as it should be around 50% water 50% antifreeze. The 2007 Focus uses a pink oil based coolant.2008 ford focus heater hose overheating thermostat water pump Jump to Latest Follow 10K views 18 replies 10 participants last post by theengel Jan 31, 2024TOP 5 REASONS WHY FORD FOCUS OVERHEATSIf you have Ford Focus and your car overheats in this video we will cover the top 5 reasons why Ford …Ford Focus ignition Ford Explorer transmission engine complaint electrical issue heater complaint transmission complaint paint defect Focus recall. The 2016 Ford Focus has 2 problems reported for ...So, basically Ford announced that their RS can do track runs for 30 mins without any problems. Reading that I event can't think about such overheating problems. From my side I believe I added best mods to avoid overheating, that is CSF cooler radiator + water and redline water wetter, CSF oil cooler + redline 5w50 oil, ETS intercooler. …2002 Ford Focus SPI SOHC was overheating. I look at the common causes on this car and track it down to the cooling fan resistor and connector (not the first... Ford Mechanic: A. Penland. The cooling fan should come on high when the AC is turned on. Since it is not running, the cooling fan looks to be the problem. The problem may be the cooling fan module on the the cooling fan. It is mounted at the top of the cooling fan. Sticker prices of some used cars from General Motors Co (NYSE: GM), Ford Motor Co (NYSE: F), and other legacy rivals... Sticker prices of some used ca... Focus ZTW. 77,000 miles. A D V E R T I S E M E N T S. Had issue of overheating on hot days when running the AC. No problem found by Ford Dealer. Now I have a Hesitation during light acceleration ... May 17, 2015 · The 2015 Ford Focus has 2 problems reported for overheating. Average repair cost is $3,100 at 21,300 miles. 2002 Ford Focus SPI SOHC was overheating. I look at the common causes on this car and track it down to the cooling fan resistor and connector (not the first...3.82K subscribers. Subscribed. 1.1K. 287K views 8 years ago. 2002 Ford Focus SPI SOHC was overheating. I look at the common causes on this car and track …February 14, 2022 by Jason. P1299 is a very common Ford-only trouble code. It indicates that your Ford Focus has entered “Cylinder Head Overtemperature Protection”, which is a fail-safe mode designed to keep it from overheating so much that the engine gets damaged. It is known to appear BEFORE the temp gauge or warning light alerts you to ...In a push to be more accommodating to small businesses, Ford is aiming to provide electric vehicles to the likes of plumbers and electricians. In a push to be more accommodating to...So this forum helped me get my focus that's been sitting in my driveway for 3 years running like last week. She's running beautifully and I couldn't be happier. However, when idling it starts to overheat? I can drive for over 30 minutes but if I'm sitting in a drive through or stay parked for a second it starts overheating.Focus: Overheating When Idling Causes and Solutions. 1. Low Coolant. While it seems counter intuitive, when your Focus is low on coolant may run ok with wind hitting the radiator, but when idling there’s just not enough coolant to properly cool the engine. Solution: Fill the radiator and coolant reservoir back up. Focus ZTW. 77,000 miles. A D V E R T I S E M E N T S. Had issue of overheating on hot days when running the AC. No problem found by Ford Dealer. Now I have a Hesitation during light acceleration ... Ford Focus Tech Discussions. General Technical Chat. 2010 OVERHEATING HELP. Jump to Latest ...Jan 24, 2013 · If the computer detects or predicts an abnormal usage of the clutches, then the driver will get increasing levels of warning, with the final warning to stop and let it cool down. The warning levels start with "Transmission Hot-Stop or Speed Up" plus a warning chime. The message may repeat with a slightly louder chime. Need Help With Overheating Transmission Message. So I have a 2012 Focus Titanium that I bought last June with no issues. Around December it began to show the "stutter" and other problems that seem to be characteristic of the Focus transmission. After swapping the engine with a 2016 Focus that had a transmission that was supposed to have been ...Now if you want to check this yourself you'll have to replace all the coolant in the car. First drain the radiator through the popcock on the bottom, or by removing the lower radiator hose- much more messy, but quicker. Then use a water hose to force water through the top entry of the radiator to the bottom.FORD Focus overheating. As I speed up the temp gauge goes down as I come to a stop in traffic or slow down it shoots back up and the light comes on. Iv squeezed a few of the pipes to and from the header tank everything seems to be flowing ok, everything is tight on so I assume there's no leaks as I can't see anything underneath when left stood ...Jul 2, 2020 · Hi guys, I have a 2014 Focus Zetec Mk3 and sometimes after driving for around 30 minutes and then sporadically at other points during a journey the engine will heat up and the car will go into limp mode, not letting me exceed 2000rpm. Then after around 2 - 4 minutes the temp will drop again and e... Feb 22, 2007 · 13670 posts · Joined 2004. #15 · Feb 23, 2007. A weak water pump will show up with this symptom...you guessed it...overheating at idle. When you rev the engine up, the pump turns faster, sending more water through the radiator which in turn cools the engine back down. WD40 Reverend GripShift - FF Moderator. Yes. No. Wednesday, August 12th, 2015 AT 8:39 PM. I replaced the thermostat in my 2008 ford focus but the car is still over heating. what could be wrong? Reply 1: Hello, It sounds like you have a ...I have 8500 miles(ALL HIGHWAY MILES) on my 2013 Focus, I have nothing but complaints about the transmission. I was in a bumper to bumper traffic in Houston area (for the first time!). As I took off from the traffic lights, the transmission responded pretty late (I knew something was going on) and jumped into the second gear with a giant ...Jan 27, 2022 · Conclusion. P0480 is usually caused by a bad fan or a bad fan relay. Good luck fixing your Ford Focus! P0480 is a relatively common OBDII trouble code. It indicates that your Ford Focus's "cooling fan 1 control circuit" is malfunctioning. It's a generic code, so it has the same meaning for any vehicle made for the 1996 model year and up. Ford Mechanic: A. Penland. The cooling fan should come on high when the AC is turned on. Since it is not running, the cooling fan looks to be the problem. The problem may be the cooling fan module on the the cooling fan. It is mounted at the top of the cooling fan. Engine, 0-60mph and gearbox. We really like the Ford Focus's entry-level 123bhp 1.0 Ecoboost 125 – in fact, it's our pick of the engine range. It's not all that frisky (0-62mph takes 10.2sec ...The OAT (Outside Air Temperature) was 54 degrees Farenheit. 65 mile drive on slight decline (700ft drop over 65 miles) @ 58mph temp was 86C-88C. 1 mile drive on slight incline up @ 25-40mph temp raised to 97C. …Need Help With Overheating Transmission Message. So I have a 2012 Focus Titanium that I bought last June with no issues. Around December it began to show the "stutter" and other problems that seem to be characteristic of the Focus transmission. After swapping the engine with a 2016 Focus that had a transmission that was supposed …The 2012 Ford Focus has 3 problems reported for engine overheating. Average repair cost is $1,000 at 41,400 miles.Ford Mechanic: A. Penland. The cooling fan should come on high when the AC is turned on. Since it is not running, the cooling fan looks to be the problem. The problem may be the cooling fan module on the the cooling fan. It is mounted at the top of the cooling fan.2002 ford focus overheating. I just purchased a used 2002 Ford Focus SE 4 door sedan with 71k miles from a local dealership three days ago. When I drove it today for the first time since coming home, I noticed steam coming from the right hood and the temperature gauge went close to the red.An odd thing about the 1.6 zetec is that the thermostat is located on the lower radiator hose on the way back to the engine, I'm lead to believe, that most thermostats go on the upper hose with coolant flowing from back to front. The 1.6 zetec thermostat is opened from behind by coolant from the bypass hose. The coolant from the radiator moves ...The 2013 Ford Focus has 3 problems reported for overheating, loss of coolant. Average repair cost is $900 at 53,000 miles.The Ford Motor Company is one of the most iconic and recognizable car companies in the world. It has been around since 1903 and has been producing some of the most iconic vehicles ...Fixing Ford Focus overheating problem - “High engine temperature. Stop safely.” Warning. Part 2 Parts used - Amazon 105+ 4.5 Star rating - Replace the Coolan...However, you should worry about the health of the transmission. Usually, this is the first sign that the gearbox in your Ford Focus is about to ask for a very expensive repair including clutch replacement and TCU reprogramming or replacement. This may cost you anywhere between $1500 and $3000 depending on the damage.Apparently, the clutches will overheat whenever there is a lot of stop and go traffic, like where I progressed about a mile during the first hour. Other than this grueling experience, I love the car. The 2013 Ford Focus has 7 problems reported for transmission overheating. Average repair cost is $0 at 63,350 miles.The most common reasons a 2015 Ford Focus is overheating are a coolant leak (water pump, radiator, hose etc.), the radiator fan, or a failed thermostat. 0 % 41% of the time it's theThe 2003 Ford Focus has 2 problems reported for overheating. Average repair cost is $20 at 77,000 miles. ... Everyone bitches about the f*cking AC problem in the 2003 Ford Focus, and sometimes not ...In a push to be more accommodating to small businesses, Ford is aiming to provide electric vehicles to the likes of plumbers and electricians. In a push to be more accommodating to...You should not be getting overheating at 220 degrees since that is near normal op temp. Sometimes, but not always, coolant will leak into engine oil with a bad head gasket and turn it milky. Bad thermostat does not seem likely if engine temp is only reaching 220. Like.2012 transmission overheating. I have a 2012 ford focus se hatchback, had the tcm and clutch replaced back in may of 2015, tonight my battery died so had to jumpstart my car and then noticed my engine light was on constantly, started driving home from work (15-20 minute drive pretty much all highway) and noticed the transmission …2001 Ford Focus Overheats. I have a 2001 Ford Focus with 110K miles and have had a recnt rash of overheating issues as of late. It started when the plastic water manifold above the AC condenser cracked. The manifold was replaced along witht he hoses and a few days later the thermostat housing began to leak (2nd time in 2 years) and …There is not enough air flowing through the radiator. ⚠️ The coolant does not flow through the system like it should. These may be some of the causes: Not enough coolant: check the coolant level periodically. If the level is under the minimum level recommended, the engine may overheat because there is not enough coolant.2198 posts · Joined 2011. #3 · Jul 18, 2017. I'm thinking there's a bubble in the cooling system and the pocket has a tendency to sit on the sensor area, causing your "overheat" warnings. I didn't find one with a quick Google, but see if there's a factory cooling system bleed/burp procedure online somewhere. 2014 OW Focus ST - Daily.Step 1. Allow the engine to cool completely. Visually inspect the radiator hoses for obvious splits and leaks that could cause coolant to be lost and overheating to occur. Verify the serpentine belt isn't missing. The water pump is driven by a single serpentine belt that also drives the alternator and power steering.Overheating. Ford Focus 2001 300000 miles. Overheating Wiring Heater Radiator fan relay. I had some overheating problems with my car and everything was solved by changing the wiring that connects the fan relay to the fans. This wire was burnt, so no electrical current could reach the fans. Hope I can help someone with the same …Your Ford Focus may start to overheat if there is a leak in the radiator. This occurs because the coolant, which helps regulate engine temperature, leaks out and results in insufficient cooling. Signs that your vehicle is experiencing overheating include: Steam coming from the hood; High engine temperature gauge readings; Reduced engine powerJun 5, 2022 · Ford Mechanic: LeadTech88. The engine is overheating , this is why the engine turns off automatically. Ask Your Own Ford Question. The vehicle temperature is at normal levels and there is no smoke or burning. Ford Mechanic: LeadTech88. Ok, if the engine is not overheating then the problem is the coolant temperature sensor. Step 1. Allow the engine to cool completely. Visually inspect the radiator hoses for obvious splits and leaks that could cause coolant to be lost and overheating to occur. Verify the serpentine belt isn't missing. The water pump is driven by a single serpentine belt that also drives the alternator and power steering. Step 2.Sep 20, 2022 · However, you should worry about the health of the transmission. Usually, this is the first sign that the gearbox in your Ford Focus is about to ask for a very expensive repair including clutch replacement and TCU reprogramming or replacement. This may cost you anywhere between $1500 and $3000 depending on the damage. Hi, I'm new here but wanted to share my experience with an overheating Focus yesterday and collect any comments and advice you guys can offer. I own an '03 Focus ZTW with the 2.0L Zetec DOHC. I've done a lot of maintenance on this car over the last 3 years, but I'm still learning more about it every year.Common causes when a Ford Focus automatic transmission is overheating. The Ford Focus dashboard often displays the message, "Transmission Overheating Stop Sa...Jan 2, 2023 ... Joe Fasho•133K views · 11:30 · Go to channel · Ford Focus MK1 Overheating - Symptoms & Fix. Drive Tune Media•21K views · 24:19 &midd...Engine overheating in Ford Focus is typically caused by a combination of factors, including insufficient coolant levels, coolant leaks from components like hoses or the radiator, a malfunctioning thermostat that fails to regulate coolant flow, a clogged …Note: my model focus does not have the traditional resistor with pigtails and the resistor is only sold in an radiator fan assembly unit ($130) Recap: Radiator fan not turning on and overheating at low speeds/idle. Using my OBD 2 reader I was able to track the temperature from the ECH sensor (I replaced it, but my old one was probably still good)Car Overheating. 40. Asked by Betty Mar 30, 2017 at 09:10 AM about the 2003 Ford Focus SE. Question type: Maintenance & Repair. About a week ago, I noticed the thermostat gauge. in my car fluctuates when I drive, it goes all the way. up to red and then back to the middle. I booked an. appointment with a mechanic today but before I.1 post · Joined 2011. #30 · Jun 17, 2011. 2012 Overheating. I have literally just bought a 2012 Titanium Focus Hatch and the minute I drove it off the lot it was overheating. But while I was driving it was ok, only overheated while Idling. Since I got it late in the day, service dept. was closed.Oct 3, 2022 ... This 2007 Ford focus has a 2.0L Duratec engine. The engine overheated and all the coolant boiled off. In this video I diagnosed the ...1952 Ford F-Series Trucks - For Ford's 1952 F-Series line of trucks, production was down but sales were good. Find photos and specifications for 1952 Ford F-Series trucks. Advertis...4. Overheating. This is another common issue associated with a faulty transmission. When a transmission fails, it can cause the engine to overheat, damaging various engine components, including the transmission system, cylinder head, pistons, and bearings. How to Fix Transmission Fault in Ford Focus 1. Check the Transmission Fluid2002 Ford Focus SPI SOHC was overheating. I look at the common causes on this car and track it down to the cooling fan resistor and connector (not the first...I am working on a 2009 Ford Focus SEL with a 2.0L engine and it is overheating.The temperature gauge climbs to the maximum red area and also the temperature warning symbol comes on.When this happens the radiator cooling fan never comes on however, it comes on when i switch on the AC. How do i resolve this overheating with the fan not coming on.Jan 20, 2020 · 2012 transmission overheating. I have a 2012 ford focus se hatchback, had the tcm and clutch replaced back in may of 2015, tonight my battery died so had to jumpstart my car and then noticed my engine light was on constantly, started driving home from work (15-20 minute drive pretty much all highway) and noticed the transmission didn't want to ... The most common problems and complaints about the Ford Focus revolve around the transmission and include grinding sounds, shuddering, problematic shifting and gears slipping. Speci...However, you should worry about the health of the transmission. Usually, this is the first sign that the gearbox in your Ford Focus is about to ask for a very expensive repair including clutch replacement and TCU reprogramming or replacement. This may cost you anywhere between $1500 and $3000 depending on the damage.A forum community dedicated to Ford Focus owners and enthusiasts. Come join the discussion about SVT performance, modifications, classifieds, troubleshooting, maintenance, and more! Show LessUK/Ireland Location: Greater Manchester. Posted June 1, 2023. Evening, I own a Focus Mk2 2007 1.6 petrol (non Ti-Vct) estate with about 145k miles. Driving home from work today, I hit very slow stop-start traffic and turned the AC on. Within a minute or two I noticed the temperature gauge on the dash was beyond the half way and climbing …2001 Ford Focus Overheats. I have a 2001 Ford Focus with 110K miles and have had a recnt rash of overheating issues as of late. It started when the plastic water manifold above the AC condenser cracked. The manifold was replaced along witht he hoses and a few days later the thermostat housing began to leak (2nd time in 2 years) and found the ...A forum community dedicated to Ford Focus owners and enthusiasts. Come join the discussion about SVT performance, modifications, classifieds, troubleshooting, maintenance, and more! 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2000 FORD FOCUS. 140,000 MILES. 2000 focus ztec engine overheats only on highways when ac is on and when driving over 55 to 60 mph. Gauge reaches to the red zone but no warning lights come on. When driving on local streets or …. Rv storage fort myers

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1 post · Joined 2015. #1 · Apr 14, 2015. I have been experiencing overheating problems lately with my 2013 Focus ST. In normal driving everything is fine but on long uphills in the mountains the temperature indications (both engine coolant and oil) will peg unless I slow dramatically (around 50 mph) and shift down to 4th gear.The A/C puts a high load on your cooling system, usually 10 - 35 F more. If you are in heavy traffic and it is excessively hot, then that places an even greater strain. Lol just be glad humidity isn't to add on top of that. Make sure your mixture is a little higher than 50-50. Try 70% antifreeze -30 % water.Jun 8, 2021 · 17 st overheating. All right so a little bit of a backstory first. So recently i went on a 1900 mile trip in my st. My plugs were somewhat needing to be replaced before i went on the trip but i waited to replace them until i got back which i got done yesterday. Also i recently uninstalled my accessport because i was about to sell my car but ... Cosmic73. 141 posts · Joined 2022. #10 · Nov 1, 2022. Yes, the cap keeps the system pressured so a higher coolant temp (well above 100c) can be maintained without boiling because it improves efficiency. A failing cap does not keep pressure and results in the coolant boiling away.If your radiator fan is not turning on (AC off) and allowing the engine to over-heat around town at lower speeds, you have a temperature sensor problem. Usually there is a coolant temperature sensor that controls the fan. The head temperature sensor is also a possibility, but it usually controls other functions.The most common reasons a 2010 Ford Focus is overheating are a coolant leak (water pump, radiator, hose etc.), the radiator fan, or a failed thermostat. 0 % 41% of the time it's theAug 27, 2019 · Engine coolant overheating. Ford announced 30 mins no issues drive on track for focus rs but I can't do more than 2 miles length lap. That is 1.30 min time and I'm getting "slow down" mode all time. I checked the errors code after the hot lap on track and I got P0217 (Engine coolant over temperature condition) and P26FE (no description provided ... Mar 16, 2021 · You should not be getting overheating at 220 degrees since that is near normal op temp. Sometimes, but not always, coolant will leak into engine oil with a bad head gasket and turn it milky. Bad thermostat does not seem likely if engine temp is only reaching 220. Like. Hi, I'm new here but wanted to share my experience with an overheating Focus yesterday and collect any comments and advice you guys can offer. I own an '03 Focus ZTW with the 2.0L Zetec DOHC. I've done a lot of maintenance on this car over the last 3 years, but I'm still learning more about it every year. 2000 FORD FOCUS. 140,000 MILES. 2000 focus ztec engine overheats only on highways when ac is on and when driving over 55 to 60 mph. Gauge reaches to the red zone but no warning lights come on. When driving on local streets or idling, temperature gauge stays in the middle. If your radiator fan is not turning on (AC off) and allowing the engine to over-heat around town at lower speeds, you have a temperature sensor problem. Usually …In Elon Musk-like fashion, Ford CEO Jim Farley made bullish claims about self-driving tech and said its next electric truck will drive itself. Jump to In Elon Musk-like fashion, Fo...Ford Mechanic: LeadTech88. The engine is overheating , this is why the engine turns off automatically. Ask Your Own Ford Question. The vehicle temperature is at normal levels and there is no smoke or burning. Ford Mechanic: LeadTech88. Ok, if the engine is not overheating then the problem is the coolant temperature sensor.13670 posts · Joined 2004. #15 · Feb 23, 2007. A weak water pump will show up with this symptom...you guessed it...overheating at idle. When you rev the engine up, the pump turns faster, sending more water through the radiator which in turn cools the engine back down. WD40 Reverend GripShift - FF Moderator.Car Overheating. 40. Asked by Betty Mar 30, 2017 at 09:10 AM about the 2003 Ford Focus SE. Question type: Maintenance & Repair. About a week ago, I noticed the thermostat gauge. in my car fluctuates when I drive, it goes all the way. up to red and then back to the middle. I booked an. appointment with a mechanic today but before I.343 posts · Joined 2003. #1 · Jul 8, 2010. I have an issue with my Focus overheating, only when the AC is on. OAT: 95 F, pretty humid. Car had been running for about 15 minutes, cruise control engaged at 70mph. Temp gauge had needle pointing in the middle (I know it's not true temp gauge) Temp gauge started to climb.If your radiator fan is not turning on (AC off) and allowing the engine to over-heat around town at lower speeds, you have a temperature sensor problem. Usually …The 2003 Ford Focus has 2 problems reported for overheating. Average repair cost is $20 at 77,000 miles. ... Everyone bitches about the f*cking AC problem in the 2003 Ford Focus, and sometimes not ....

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