2002 Ford Focus service bulletins & manufacturer communications
143 manufacturer communications are on file with NHTSA for the 2002 Ford Focus. TSBs are repair guidance for dealers — they are not recalls, and repairs are not automatically free.
Technical service bulletin 143
- For 2000-2005 Focus vehicles built on or before 1/26/2005 Safety Recall 05S27 has been issued for vehicles that are operated in high corrosion areas for an extended period, where t…16-0067 · Technical service bulletin · Latches/locks/linkages · issued Apr 21, 2016
- Ford: due to high corrosion areas, where vehicles are operated for extended periods, lower control arm (lca) can separate from forward attachment of subframe. Model 2001-04 escape.…TSB-14-0163 · Technical service bulletin · Suspension · issued Sep 9, 2014
- Ford: rear door latches are experiencing corrosion in pawl pivot area that prevent proper engagement of pawl into catch, when operated in areas causing high corrosion. Model 2000-0…TSB-14-0162 · Technical service bulletin · Structure · issued Sep 9, 2014
- Ford: on some vehicles, operating for an extended time in high corrosion area, a safety recall 05s27 was issued, where rear door latches experience corrosion in pawl pivot area pre…TSB-14-0148 · Technical service bulletin · Latches/locks/linkages · issued Aug 11, 2014
- Manifold or catalytic converter heat shields loose/missing. *tt0627 · Technical service bulletin · Engine and Engine Cooling · issued Jan 1, 2006
- Replace timing belt idler pulley during 2.0l zetec engine cylinder head replacement - service tip. *tt19016 · Technical service bulletin · Engine and Engine Cooling · issued Jan 1, 2006
- REAR BRAKE SQUEAL. *TT05105 · Technical service bulletin · Service Brakes, Hydraulic · issued Jun 7, 2005
- Difficult or unable to shift into 5th gear. *tt0581 · Technical service bulletin · Power Train · issued Jun 7, 2005
- Service wiring harness replacement guidelines - service tips. *tt04147 · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Jun 1, 2005
- Erratic instrument cluster gauges and/or warning indicators - service tip. *tt18581 · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Apr 1, 2005
- Harsh transmission engagement and or dtc p0705. *eh18477 · Technical service bulletin · Power Train · issued Mar 1, 2005
- VENT LEAK. *EH18463 · Technical service bulletin · Power Train · issued Mar 1, 2005
- Safety belt web stop button service. *eh05310 · Technical service bulletin · Seat Belts · issued Feb 21, 2005
- Unable to remove ignition key - service tip. *tt18413 · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Feb 1, 2005
- Malfunction indicator lamp on with diagnostic trouble code p0133, p1131 or p2195. *tt18411 · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Feb 1, 2005
- No crank on start charging system warning indicator on driveability concerns and or malfunction indicator lamp on. *eh18425 · Technical service bulletin · Engine and Engine Cooling · issued Feb 1, 2005
- Safety recall 05S27 - Rear door latch corrosion - requests for recall service action - built on or before 01/26/2005TSB160067 · Technical service bulletin · Latches/locks/linkages · issued Jan 26, 2005
- Brake and anti-lock brake system lights on after hec (hybrid electronic cluster) replacement. *tt18379 · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Jan 1, 2005
- General (pcm) power train control module programming procedures. *tt042107 · Technical service bulletin · Power Train · issued Dec 13, 2004
- Engine vibration at idle. *tt042410 · Technical service bulletin · Engine and Engine Cooling · issued Dec 13, 2004
- Rear window defroster grid/integral antenna diagnosis and repair - terminal tab repair. *tt04189 · Technical service bulletin · Visibility · issued Dec 13, 2004
- Air bag light in with all or any combination of dtc b1881 b2434 b2438 and or c1947. *eh18352 · Technical service bulletin · Air Bags · issued Dec 1, 2004
- Harsh transmission engagement and or dtc p0705. *eh18321 · Technical service bulletin · Power Train · issued Dec 1, 2004
- A/c condenastion leak. *eh18273 · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Nov 1, 2004
- Transaxle noise at idle in neutral with clutch pedal released premature clutch. *eh042119 · Technical service bulletin · Power Train · issued Nov 1, 2004
- Difficulty changing gears - unable to engage gears. *tt04215 · Technical service bulletin · Power Train · issued Nov 1, 2004
- Malfunction indicator lamp (mil) illuminated - system lean diagnostic trouble codes (dtc's) - service tips. Various models including 2004 f-series. *tt04174 · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Sep 6, 2004
- Rear window defroster grid/integral antenna diagnosis and repair - terminal tab repair. *tt041514 · Technical service bulletin · Visibility · issued Aug 9, 2004
- Loss of intermittent wiper or wiper park function. *tt04152 · Technical service bulletin · Visibility · issued Aug 9, 2004
- Inoperative electric rear window defroster (heated backlite) grid lines, integral antenna concerns. *tt031501 · Technical service bulletin · Visibility · issued Jul 12, 2004
- Inoperative speed control system. *tt17918 · Technical service bulletin · Vehicle Speed Control · issued Jul 1, 2004
- Clunking or rattle noise in the transaxle, mainly at idle in neutral, with clutch pedal released. *tt0481 · Technical service bulletin · Power Train · issued Jun 28, 2004
- Streamlined diagnostic procedure for vehicles with malfunction indicator lamp (mil) on and diagnostic trouble codes (dtcs) p0401, p0402, p1400 or p1401. Additional symptoms may inc…04111 · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Jun 14, 2004
- 2nd or 4th gear missed when shifting and/or intermittent neutraling when shifting into 4th gear. *tt17842 · Technical service bulletin · Power Train · issued Jun 1, 2004
- Customer satisfaction program 02m01 supplement #4. Certain ford 2000 through 2003 vehicles equipped with a tube-mounted egr pressure sensor - additional egr pressure sensor warrant…02M01 · Technical service bulletin · Engine and Engine Cooling · issued Jun 1, 2004
- Rough idle, low power and / or stall at idle, a malfunction indicator lamp illuminated and diagnostic trouble codes p0300 through p0304 stored in memory. *tt020901 · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued May 17, 2004
- Grinding when shifting into third gear. *tt17804 · Technical service bulletin · Power Train · issued May 1, 2004
- Loss of power, hesitation and/or misfire after cold start. *tt17778 · Technical service bulletin · Engine and Engine Cooling · issued May 1, 2004
- Premature clutch wear. *tt17256 · Technical service bulletin · Power Train · issued May 1, 2004
- Gear rattle or gear rollover noise from the transaxle at idle, in neutral, with the clutch pedal up (engaged). *tt17697 · Technical service bulletin · Power Train · issued Apr 1, 2004
- Fuel delivery module (fdm) replacement procedure. *tt0456 · Technical service bulletin · Fuel System, Gasoline · issued Mar 22, 2004
- Turn signal cancel concern. *tt0455 · Technical service bulletin · Exterior Lighting · issued Mar 22, 2004
- 2nd or 4th gear missed when shifting and/or intermittent neutraling when shifting into 4th gear. *tt17652 · Technical service bulletin · Power Train · issued Mar 1, 2004
- Diagonal wear or cupping on the rear tires. *tt17591 · Technical service bulletin · Suspension · issued Mar 1, 2004
- BELT SQUEAL. *MJ17536 · Technical service bulletin · Engine and Engine Cooling · issued Feb 1, 2004
- Streamlined diagnostic procedure for vehicles with malfunction indicator lamp on and diagnostic trouble codes (dtcs) p0401, p0402, p1400 or p1401. Additional symptoms may include r…03223 · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Jan 26, 2004
- Automatic turn signal cancellation inoperative. *tt17515 · Technical service bulletin · Exterior Lighting · issued Jan 1, 2004
- Clunking for rattling noise in the transmission. *tt17507 · Technical service bulletin · Power Train · issued Jan 1, 2004
- Runs rough and/or malfunction indicator lamp (mil) on condition with diagnostic trouble codes (dtcs) p402 and/or p0403 (egr flow excessive detected/egr control circuit) in wet weat…17505 · Technical service bulletin · Engine and Engine Cooling · issued Jan 1, 2004
- Front end creaking, crunching, grinding and/or rattling noise from the front suspension while driving at slow speeds and/or while turning. *tt *mj03202 · Technical service bulletin · Suspension · issued Jan 1, 2004
- Malfunction indicator lamp (mil) on with diagnostic trouble code (dtc) p0133 (02 sensor slow response). *tt17436 · Technical service bulletin · Engine and Engine Cooling · issued Dec 1, 2003
- Difficult to open or unable to open hood condition. *tt03225 · Technical service bulletin · Latches/locks/linkages · issued Nov 10, 2003
- 3-4 shift flare/neutral - service tip. *tt17028 · Technical service bulletin · Power Train · issued Nov 1, 2003
- Vehicles not equipped with anti-lock brake system (abs) may have the red brake light and amber abs light on after hybrid electronc cluster (hec - instrument cluster) replacement. *…17302 · Technical service bulletin · Service Brakes, Hydraulic · issued Oct 1, 2003
- Rear shock noise from the rear of the vehicle over bumps. *tt17298 · Technical service bulletin · Suspension · issued Oct 1, 2003
- Harsh transmission engagement with possible malfunction indicator lamp (mil) on and diagnostic trouble code (dtc) p0705 (tr circuit failure). *tt17282 · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Oct 1, 2003
- Excessive front brake pad wear, front brake creep/groan noise, front brake dust and/or rotor wear. *tt17278 · Technical service bulletin · Service Brakes, Hydraulic · issued Oct 1, 2003
- Hard start, no start, battery lamp flicker. *tt031911 · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Sep 29, 2003
- Water in climate control heater blower motor case, which can be associated with an inoperable heater blower motor resister, blower motor, or a blown blower motor fuse. *tt03182 · Technical service bulletin · Visibility · issued Sep 15, 2003
- Remote keyless entry (rke) - service tips. *tt03181 · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Sep 15, 2003
- Intermediate axle shaft bearing replacement. *tt031511 · Technical service bulletin · Power Train · issued Aug 4, 2003
- Front end creaking, crunching, grinding and or rattling noise from the front suspension while driving at slow speeds and/or while turning. *tt03153 · Technical service bulletin · Suspension · issued Aug 4, 2003
- Diagnostic trouble codes (dtc) p0402 and/or p0403 or runs rough in wet weather conditions. *tt03152 · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Aug 4, 2003
- Inability to shift gears due to loose shift cables. Engineering is investigating. *tt17062 · Technical service bulletin · Power Train · issued Aug 1, 2003
- Hood release cable breaking/binding in cold weather. *tt17059 · Technical service bulletin · Structure · issued Aug 1, 2003
- New transmission cooler flusher - service tips. 2003 escort and super duty f series included. *tt03148 · Technical service bulletin · Power Train · issued Jul 21, 2003
- Rear tire inner edge wear. 2004 model included. *tt03135 · Technical service bulletin · Suspension · issued Jul 7, 2003
- Airbag lamp illuminated with diagnostic trouble codes (dtcs) b1932 (air bag driver circuit open) or b2232 (air bag driver circuit open - loop #2). *tt16978 · Technical service bulletin · Air Bags · issued Jul 1, 2003
- Harsh transmission engagement with possible malfunction indicator lamp (mil) and diagnostic trouble code (dtc) p0705 (tr circuit failure). *tt16970 · Technical service bulletin · Power Train · issued Jul 1, 2003
- Noise from right halfshaft support bearing. *tt16956 · Technical service bulletin · Power Train · issued Jul 1, 2003
- Stability assist (advancetrac/ivd) systems may not be recalibrated properly using wds. *tt16926 · Technical service bulletin · Service Brakes, Hydraulic · issued Jun 1, 2003
- Loss of intermittent wiper or wiper park functions. *tt16909 · Technical service bulletin · Visibility · issued Jun 1, 2003
- Squeak and rattle condition from the instrument panel. *tt16888 · Technical service bulletin · Structure · issued Jun 1, 2003
- Check engine light on and diagnostic trouble code p0460 (fuel level sensor circuit malfunction) - service tips. *tt16881 · Technical service bulletin · Engine and Engine Cooling · issued Jun 1, 2003
- Coolant leak from a cracked coolant degas bottle. Engineering is investigating. *tt16878 · Technical service bulletin · Engine and Engine Cooling · issued Jun 1, 2003
- Malfunction indicator lamp (mil) illumination with diagnostic trouble codes p0442, p0455, p0456, p0457, p1442 or check fuel cap lamp illuminated with diagnostic trouble code p0457.…0398 · Technical service bulletin · Fuel System, Other · issued May 12, 2003
- Light rattling/chucking noise from the rear suspension while driving over small repetitive bumps (washboard) at speeds less than 30 mph. *tt16861 · Technical service bulletin · Suspension · issued May 1, 2003
- Intermittent wipers inoperative. *tt16796 · Technical service bulletin · Visibility · issued Apr 1, 2003
- Condensation and/or water accumulation within the fog lamp assembly. *tt16785 · Technical service bulletin · Exterior Lighting · issued Apr 1, 2003
- Front end creaking, crunching noise at low speeds while turning. *tt16778 · Technical service bulletin · Suspension · issued Apr 1, 2003
- Higher than normal idle speed, runs rough at idle and/or diagnostic trouble code (dtc) p0171. *tt16746 · Technical service bulletin · Engine and Engine Cooling · issued Apr 1, 2003
- Airbag lamp illuminated condition with diagnostic trouble codes (dtcs) b1881, b2434, b2438, and c1947. *tt16739 · Technical service bulletin · Air Bags · issued Apr 1, 2003
- Malfunction indicator lamp illuminated with diagnostic trouble codes p1381/p0011 and/or p1383/p0012 stored in memory. *tt *jb0367 · Technical service bulletin · Engine and Engine Cooling · issued Mar 31, 2003
- Malfunction indicator lamp on with or without rough running, lack of power, surge or poor fuel economy with diagnostic trouble codes p0401, p0402, p1400, p1401. *tt *jb0361 · Technical service bulletin · Engine and Engine Cooling · issued Mar 31, 2003
- Rough idle, rolling idle, stall, high idle, or back fire mainly after a cold start. Also hesitation or surge at steady cruise, or malfunction indicator lamp (mil) illuminated condi…0344 · Technical service bulletin · Engine and Engine Cooling · issued Mar 3, 2003
- Excessive front brake pad wear, front brake creep/groan noise, front brake dust, and/or rotor wear concern. *tt *jb16685 · Technical service bulletin · Service Brakes, Hydraulic · issued Mar 1, 2003
- Inoperative horn condition. *tt0331 · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Feb 17, 2003
- Streamlined diagnostic procedure for vehicles with malfunction indicator lamp (mil) on and diagnostic trouble codes (dtcs) p0401, p0402, p1400 or p1401, or runs rough, lacks power,…0322 · Technical service bulletin · Engine and Engine Cooling · issued Feb 3, 2003
- Electrical - horn inoperative - vehicles equipped with 2.0l engine only. *tt030301 · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Feb 1, 2003
- Noise from the right halfshaft support bearing. Engineering is investigating via the quicker service fix process. *tt16594 · Technical service bulletin · Power Train · issued Feb 1, 2003
- Inoperative or inacurrate speedometer, 4x4 lamp illuminatd, and / or diagnostic trouble code p1635 or p1639. *tt0258 · Technical service bulletin · Power Train · issued Nov 25, 2002
- High decklid closing effort. *mj16436 · Technical service bulletin · Structure · issued Nov 1, 2002
- Noise (whine/moan, whistling, humming, drumming or rattling) from the drivetrain which appears to be emanating from the transmission. *tt16429 · Technical service bulletin · Power Train · issued Nov 1, 2002
- Spi engine - oil leak - contract request. *mj16408 · Technical service bulletin · Engine and Engine Cooling · issued Nov 1, 2002
- Unable to communicate with/reprogram powertrain control module (pcm). *mj16404 · Technical service bulletin · Power Train · issued Nov 1, 2002
- Climate control a/c service tech tips. *eh02208 · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Oct 14, 2002
- Discoloration of the yellow-colored, extended-life, factory-fill coolant. *tt16287 · Technical service bulletin · Engine and Engine Cooling · issued Oct 1, 2002
- Trim-ignition lock cylinder difficult to turn, unable to remove sticking ignition key-ignition lock cylinder removal procedure. *mj02182 · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Sep 16, 2002
- Some vehicles equipped with an automatic transaxle and 2.0l zetec engine may exhibit a malfunction indicator lamp illuminated with diagnostic trouble code p0122, throttle position …16157 · Technical service bulletin · Unknown OR Other · issued Aug 1, 2002
- Some vehicles may exhibit a vertical crack in the outside mirror glass with no visible signs of impact, especially during cold ambient temperatures. *tt16098 · Technical service bulletin · Visibility · issued Aug 1, 2002
- Some wagons may exhibit the liftgate not staying in the fully upright position in cold climates. *tt16089 · Technical service bulletin · Structure · issued Aug 1, 2002
- Some 2001 vehicles equipped with a 2.0l spi engine may exhibit a pulsing or ticking noise originating from the engine compartment and / or may have a malfunction indicator lamp lig…0213 · Technical service bulletin · Unknown OR Other · issued Jul 8, 2002
- Some vehicles may exhibit an intermittent self-activation of the power door locks. *tt16086 · Technical service bulletin · Structure · issued Jul 1, 2002
- Some vehicles with 15 inch firestone tires may exhibit signs of diagonal wear or cupping on the rear tires. *tt16043 · Technical service bulletin · Tires · issued Jul 1, 2002
- Information on north american built vehicles which were not equipped with a perimeter / active anti-theft alarm system. *tt16032 · Technical service bulletin · Steering · issued Jul 1, 2002
- Subject regarding north american focus not equipped with active anti-theft alarm system. *tt15402 · Technical service bulletin · Steering · issued Jul 1, 2002
- Some svt built prior to 3/27/2002 are equipped with front seat back trim cover and foam pad seat back with velcro to retain the trim cover under the seat. *tt15993 · Technical service bulletin · Seats · issued Jun 1, 2002
- Some vehicles equipped with the 2.0l spi engine may exhibit a malfunction indicator lamp (mil) illuminated and diagnostic trouble codes (dtc) p0300 through p0304 stored. *tt0291 · Technical service bulletin · Unknown OR Other · issued May 13, 2002
- Concerns with front suspension creak, crunch noise while turning at slow speeds. *tt15917 · Technical service bulletin · Suspension · issued May 1, 2002
- Dpfe sensor pulsing or ticking noise from engine compartment. *tt15874 · Technical service bulletin · Engine and Engine Cooling · issued May 1, 2002
- Subject regarding air conditioner add on kits not available. *tt15848 · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Apr 1, 2002
- Some vehicles may exhibit diagnostic trouble code b1213, b1342, b1601, b2431. *tt15828 · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Apr 1, 2002
- Some vehicles equipped with 15 inch firestone tires may exhibit signs of diagnonal wear or cupping on the rear tires. *tt15819 · Technical service bulletin · Tires · issued Apr 1, 2002
- Some vehicles built 09/2001 through 11/2001 and equipped with a 2.0l zetec engine may exhibit a fead belt noise. *tt15818 · Technical service bulletin · Engine and Engine Cooling · issued Apr 1, 2002
- Information pertaining to vehicle pull or drift to the left or right while traveling. *tt15816 · Technical service bulletin · Suspension · issued Apr 1, 2002
- Some vehicles may exhibit door locks that may inadvertently lock on their own. *tt15782 · Technical service bulletin · Structure · issued Apr 1, 2002
- Some vehicles may exhibit a crank / no start, poor idle, and / or lack of power, with camshafts out of time. *tt15766 · Technical service bulletin · Engine and Engine Cooling · issued Apr 1, 2002
- This bulletin involves proper procedures for preparation of service sheet metal parts coated with electro deposition primer (e-coat). *tt0256 · Technical service bulletin · Unknown OR Other · issued Mar 18, 2002
- Information regarding discharged battery charging service tips and guidelines. *tt0245 · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Mar 4, 2002
- Some vehicles equipped with 15 inch firestone tires may exhibit signs of diagonal wear or cupping of the rear tires. *tt15762 · Technical service bulletin · Tires · issued Mar 1, 2002
- Some vehicles may exhibit a locked rear seat belt retractor after moving the rear seat from the fold down position to the seating position. *tt15712 · Technical service bulletin · Seat Belts · issued Mar 1, 2002
- Information on vehicles with programmable modules. *tt15710 · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Mar 1, 2002
- Subject regarding interior door lock strategy. *tt15733 · Technical service bulletin · Structure · issued Mar 1, 2002
- Abs/advance trac light on and diagnostic trouble code c1937 or the stability assist system active/fail lamp flashing. *tt15642 · Technical service bulletin · Service Brakes, Hydraulic · issued Feb 1, 2002
- Some vehicles may exhibit engine vibration at idle in drive, neutral and reverse. *tt15639 · Technical service bulletin · Engine and Engine Cooling · issued Feb 1, 2002
- Some engine assemblies with aluminum cylinder heads repaired in-vehile have been found to leak coolant and/or oil from the cylinder head gasket area. *tt0214 · Technical service bulletin · Engine and Engine Cooling · issued Jan 21, 2002
- Information regarding diagnostic trouble code b2496 (panic feature does not operate correctly). *yh15558 · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Jan 1, 2002
- Subject on driver or passenger front door difficult to close, and /or some squeak/rattle from the hinge area. *yh15555 · Technical service bulletin · Structure · issued Jan 1, 2002
- Information regarding no start due to a seized camshaft. *yh15554 · Technical service bulletin · Engine and Engine Cooling · issued Jan 1, 2002
- Some vehicles equipped with a factory power roof opening panel may exhibit an inoperative or incomplete travel of the roof panel. *tt15516 · Technical service bulletin · Visibility · issued Jan 1, 2002
- Some vehicles may exhibit an engine vibration at idle, most noticeable when engaged in reverse. *tt15514 · Technical service bulletin · Engine and Engine Cooling · issued Jan 1, 2002
- Some vehicles may exhibit an exterior mirror that is loose or shakes when driving. *tt15509 · Technical service bulletin · Visibility · issued Jan 1, 2002
- Engine oil system priming procedures, service tips for reports of premature engine failure. *tt01246 · Technical service bulletin · Engine and Engine Cooling · issued Dec 10, 2001
- Some vehicles may exhibit a difficult to turn, unable to remove, or sticking ignition key. *tt15421 · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Nov 1, 2001
- Some vehicles may exhibit an engine vibration at idle, most noticeable when engaged in reverse. *tt15419 · Technical service bulletin · Engine and Engine Cooling · issued Nov 1, 2001
- Some vehicles equipped with an in-dash 6 disc radio may exhibit a system cd error e3 or a stuck disc. *tt15403 · Technical service bulletin · Equipment · issued Nov 1, 2001
- Some vehicles may exhibit vacuum or air leaks in the intake manifold and / or engine system causing diagnostic trouble codes p0171 and or p0174. *tt01205 · Technical service bulletin · Engine and Engine Cooling · issued Oct 15, 2001
- Concerns with headlamp moisture/condensation in lens assembly. *tt012101 · Technical service bulletin · Exterior Lighting · issued Oct 1, 2001
- Some vehicles built after 10/01/2001 may exhibit a difficult to turn ignition key. *tt15308 · Technical service bulletin · Electrical System · issued Oct 1, 2001
- Subject regarding rear liftgate spoiler removal and installation.*jb01183 · Technical service bulletin · Structure · issued Sep 17, 2001
- Information regarding transmission fluid usage charts. *slc01157 · Technical service bulletin · Unknown OR Other · issued Aug 6, 2001
- Some vehicles may exhibit heater core leaks. *slc01156 · Technical service bulletin · Visibility · issued Aug 6, 2001
- A halfshaft bearing noise (whine / moan, whistling, humming, drumming or rattling) from the drivetrain which appears to be emanating from the transmission. *jb14381 · Technical service bulletin · Power Train · issued Sep 1, 2000