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2005 Ford Focus Technical Service Bulletins (TSBs)

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08/01/17 NHTSA ID: 10109070
TSB ID: SSM 46085

The powertrain control/emissions diagnosis (pc/ed) manual has been revised for diagnosing electronic throttle bodies (etbs). the etc_act and etc_dsd pids should not used to diagnose possible etb concerns. the ids has a limited refresh rate
08/03/06 NHTSA ID: 10020173
TSB ID: 06116

Possible engine damage - install special service tools prior to removing crankshaft pulley bolt - service tip.
02/10/06 NHTSA ID: 10019083
TSB ID: 19056

Mil on/rough running - mutiple dtcs -0201, p0202, p0203 or p0204 present in the powertrain control module (pcm).
02/10/06 NHTSA ID: 10019081
TSB ID: 19026

Mirfire diagnostic trouble codes p0316, p0300, p0301, p0302, p0303, or p0304 - service tip.
12/07/05 NHTSA ID: 10017915
TSB ID: 18613

Clunk or pop noise from front suspension over bumps - service tip.
12/07/05 NHTSA ID: 10017934
TSB ID: 05105

Rear brake squeal.
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12/07/05 NHTSA ID: 10017939
TSB ID: 05916

Long crank/hard start - 2.0l and 2.3l engine with mtx-75 transaxle.
12/06/05 NHTSA ID: 10017878
TSB ID: 18550

Slow fill or premature shutoff when filling the fuel tank.
10/11/05 NHTSA ID: 10016804
TSB ID: 051613

Increased brake pedal efforts required on initial stopping after cold start at high altitude.
04/28/05 NHTSA ID: 10014082
TSB ID: 042410

Engine vibration at idle.
04/18/05 NHTSA ID: 10013411
TSB ID: 04234

No crank with diagnostic trouble code dtc b16011 and or pats security access issues. *eh
04/13/05 NHTSA ID: 10013242
TSB ID: 18092

Malfunction indicator lamp (mil) on with diagnostic trouble code (dtc) p2004 (intake manifold runner control stuck open - bank 1).
04/05/05 NHTSA ID: 10012972
TSB ID: 18414

Crank no start or hard start cold.
04/05/05 NHTSA ID: 10012962
TSB ID: 18425

No crank on start charging system warning indicator on driveability concerns and or malfunction indicator lamp on. *eh
01/18/05 NHTSA ID: 10011337
TSB ID: 18157

Crank no start or other driveability concerns - service tip.
01/06/05 NHTSA ID: 10011162
TSB ID: 031404

Engine misfire or running - coil on plug (cop) ignition systems - wds cop kit diagnostic tips. to include various 2005 models. * ar this article 04161 supersedes tsb 03-14-04.
07/12/04 NHTSA ID: 10007777
TSB ID: 04E11

Demonstration/delivery/rental hold: service action 04e11 certain 2005 model year pzev ford focus with automatic transmission catalytic converter inspection. *mj
04/05/05 Engine NHTSA ID: 10012971
TSB ID: 18413

Unable to remove ignition key - service tip.
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05/17/06 Transmission and Drivetrain NHTSA ID: 10019947
TSB ID: 0645

Neutral tow capability - service kit requirements.
01/25/06 Transmission and Drivetrain NHTSA ID: 10018945
TSB ID: 05256

Mtx-75 premature clutch failure.
12/07/05 Transmission and Drivetrain NHTSA ID: 10017922
TSB ID: 0581

Difficult or unable to shift into 5th gear.
05/05/05 Transmission and Drivetrain NHTSA ID: 10014656
TSB ID: 18463

Vent leak. *eh
05/05/05 Transmission and Drivetrain NHTSA ID: 10014667
TSB ID: 18477

Harsh transmission engagement and or dtc p0705. *eh
05/04/05 Transmission and Drivetrain NHTSA ID: 10014596
TSB ID: 18321

Harsh transmission engagement and or dtc p0705. *eh
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04/28/05 Transmission and Drivetrain NHTSA ID: 10014086
TSB ID: 042107

General (pcm) power train control module programming procedures.
04/18/05 Transmission and Drivetrain NHTSA ID: 10013430
TSB ID: 18311

Clutch returnability issues - service tip.
04/15/05 Transmission and Drivetrain NHTSA ID: 10013367
TSB ID: 04215

Difficulty changing gears - unable to engage gears.
02/10/06 Electrical and Air Conditioning NHTSA ID: 10019073
TSB ID: 19009

Dtc p0316, p0300, p0301, p0302, p0303 and/or p0304 - service tip.
02/10/06 Electrical and Air Conditioning NHTSA ID: 10019072
TSB ID: 19008

Windshield wiper relay - clicking noise.
12/07/05 Electrical and Air Conditioning NHTSA ID: 10017923
TSB ID: 04147

Service wiring harness replacement guidelines - service tips.
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12/06/05 Electrical and Air Conditioning NHTSA ID: 10017884
TSB ID: 18581

Erratic instrument cluster gauges and/or warning indicators - service tip.
05/05/05 Electrical and Air Conditioning NHTSA ID: 10014636
TSB ID: 18448

Inability to play home made cd on single cd audio system without mp3 capability. *eh
04/27/05 Electrical and Air Conditioning NHTSA ID: 10014062
TSB ID: 04189

Rear window defroster grid/integral antenna diagnosis and repair - terminal tab repair.
04/19/05 Electrical and Air Conditioning NHTSA ID: 10013431
TSB ID: 042118

Malfunction indicator lamp (mil) on with diagnostic trouble code (dtc) p2004.
04/18/05 Electrical and Air Conditioning NHTSA ID: 10013416
TSB ID: 18273

A/c condenastion leak. *eh
04/14/05 Electrical and Air Conditioning NHTSA ID: 10013318
TSB ID: 18379

Brake and anti-lock brake system lights on after hec (hybrid electronic cluster) replacement.
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01/04/05 Electrical and Air Conditioning NHTSA ID: 10011159
TSB ID: 041514

Rear window defroster grid/integral antenna diagnosis and repair - terminal tab repair.
09/23/04 Electrical and Air Conditioning NHTSA ID: 10009321
TSB ID: 031501

Inoperative electric rear window defroster (heated backlite) grid lines, integral antenna concerns.
08/05/04 Electrical and Air Conditioning NHTSA ID: 10008562
TSB ID: 17800

Intermittent no crank condition. there may also be no powertrain control module communication and/or the odometer may display all dashes.
07/31/15 Other NHTSA ID: 10058099
TSB ID: TSB-14-0162

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 2000-05 focus.
01/22/15 Other NHTSA ID: 10056643
TSB ID: TSB-14-0148

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 preventing proper engagement of pawl into catch. model 2000-0
12/08/10 Other NHTSA ID: 10034585
TSB ID: TB-21399

Ford: premature front/rear tire wear and/or vehicle drift on wet or snow covered roads. if performing an alignment, record all align-ment angles prior to any adjustments, and enter in warranty claim if applicable.
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01/25/06 Other NHTSA ID: 10018934
TSB ID: 05252

Neutral tow capability -- service kit requirements.
04/29/05 Other NHTSA ID: 10014274
TSB ID: 04263

Luggage compartment lid will not open/re-latches when opening with remote transmitter or luggage compartment lid release switch.
04/29/05 Other NHTSA ID: 10014310
TSB ID: 042616

Weld bonding procedure.
04/05/05 Other NHTSA ID: 10012954
TSB ID: 05310

Safety belt web stop button service. *eh
01/04/05 Other NHTSA ID: 10011148
TSB ID: 04152

Loss of intermittent wiper or wiper park function.
07/30/04 Other NHTSA ID: 10008437
TSB ID: 04L22

Demonstration/delivery hold. special field action 04l22. vehicle emission control information (veci) label modification. *mj

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Ford Focus TSBs (Technical Service Bulletins)

Some things are often misunderstood about recalls and technical service bulletins (TSBs). Plus a disclaimer.

  1. Recalls do not have to be issued only because something is prone to failure. NHTSA (a government agency) can only require a recall if a failure will affect safety, emissions, fuel economy, or compliance with some other regulation or law. Manufacturers can voluntarily recall cars for problems that do not affect these, though.
  2. Recalls often apply to only some cars of a specific model year, rather than all of them. You should receive a letter from the manufacturer if your car has been recalled. You can also check with the dealer, which will know which (if any) recalls pertain to your car.
  3. The primary purpose of TSBs is to inform dealers about known problems with a car and how to fix them. They are not the same as recalls. As with recalls, TSBs often only apply to some cars, not the entire model year.
  4. Dealers often will not provide a preventive repair just because a problem described in a TSB might happen to your car. They'll usually want to observe symptoms that the problem is already affecting your car.
  5. Even if there are symptoms, a manufacturer doesn't have to pick up the cost of a TSB repair if the car is out of warranty, though sometimes they do.

We provide the text of recalls and TSBs as provided by NHTSA. There can be errors in the text. If you sign up for notifications in My Garage, we will try to get these to do, but for various reasons (some beyond our control) cannot guarantee you will receive them. When in doubt about a recall or TSB, contact the dealer.