How to Replace Timing Belt 00-04 Ford Focus Sedan Wagon Hatchback

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So is this motor in the 2000 contour??

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[@austinharding9734]

dude! ma'am, duddet, i have an 08 DOHC i think zetec but its got a timing chain rather, anyways, I've tried everything to get my crankshaft front oil seal to come off and it won't budge! its a straight crime how much they charge for the remover and the last thing i wanna do is buy a single use, single function, single model and make tool for $250 to get that dam oil seal off, can anybody help?!? any suggestions??:(

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I have been working on cars for over two decades. I have watched hundreds of YT videos on car repair. The mechanic in this video is by far one of the best people that I have ever seen doing these types of videos. The demonstrated knowledge, narration, pace and tone where flawless. No superfluous talking . . . every single word that she uttered was valuable and accurate. This video should be the example that all other YT mechanics should use as the archetype of the perfect instructional video. Job well done.

[@rebeccacarter2369]

This was done so well, you make it look effortless, you describe everything perfectly and comprehensively,I am so thankful for this video and for you ma’am. You have not only gave me a great video for the job I have to get done but you have inspired me to do it myself. No one wants to help me, I’ve even offered cash to some mechanics and they won’t do it. I bought all the tools , the timing belt kit, the alignment bar , and I am now watching this video for the 100th time and will be while I do it . Wish me luck!

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There's great mechanics, and great teachers, but probably far fewer of those who are both. Like everybody else said, this video is great - the pacing, the camera work, the audio. This is my favorite mechanic on this channel, and I appreciate the explanations of what you should avoid, such as marring a sealing surface because it happens to be aluminum. 👏👏

[@raymitcham3018]

Excellent job on the video! Best and most comprehensive of the ones currently online for this particular job. As for the ZTEC being an interference engine, it fits the technical definition of an interference engine (the highest point of the piston overlaps the lowest point of the valves), but in practice it is a noninterference engine, because of the fact that recesses have been molded into the pistons, so that the valves never actually hit the pistons.

[@Dwrecksk8Yo]

Yea it’s a non interference you can spin both cams all the way around without the valves kissing pistons with crank at top dead but technically your right about the lowest point of the valves being lower than highest point of top of piston but as you say in practice I’ve never seen a zetec bend valves and I’ve broken 2 timing belts on the highway with all my years modifying and building this engine

[@arontesfay2520]

That's great to know. Thank you for that info!

[@kd5nrh]

My understanding is the regular Zetec will freewheel, but the SVT is an interference engine. Going to be doing this next week as my tensioner blew itself apart, so I'm glad I don't have the SVT. FWIW, also the ideal time to replace the water pump, serpentine belt and its idler and tensioner, and the engine mounts while you've got all this stuff apart.

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Fantastic video. The mechanic described everything so well and the camera person also did a great job. I appreciate the extra explanations regarding what not to do and why. Thank you!

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Perfect tutorial! Your a conscientious technician.

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Great video as a father of 3 daughters makes me proud to see a female mechanic and a good one at that keep up the great work and thank you for this video learned a lot from it

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I really was jazzed by this video by this lady mechanic who knows her stuff, and she is very easy to listen to!! Good job!

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Thanks for another great video Sue. Everything clearly explained for non mechanics such as myself 👍👍

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I don't normally comment or watch DIY video's this long, I just skip through for pointers, but I have to say this was an excellent one. Good clear explanations, descriptions and pointers all the way through. On top of that the camera angles, sound and lighting was done very professional. Now an avid fan and subscriber. Thanks sue.

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Very good teaching and soft spoken instructor that i have ever met

[@maciejszmytkowski3741]

Great video. I am the owner of a 2003 Focus and I am currently working on disassembling the cylinder head and overhauling the engine. Thanks for the tips, they helped me a lot in disassembling all the parts

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What a super instructress. Her communication skills are second to none. No way does she 'talk down' to those of us seeking knowledge. Many thanks.

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[@opethm9837]

This was a great video. I got everything tore down in one afternoon after watching this a couple of times. The cam sprockets were tough. I think she used a 15/16" wrench to hold the cams in place, but that absolutely would not go on. A 24mm worked for me. Thank you to the mechanic in the video. Edit: Got everything together and the car ran rough and would not idle. Went back under the next morning and found a disconnected vacuum hose. Working on and moving the engine up and down cause this. Once the hose was back in place, the engine ran correctly.

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Her videos are usually good. And the camera work is awesome.

[@blass5506]

I want to see more videos from this lady she is amazed

[@97warlock]

ha, every single timing belt video Ive watched has multiple people saying ": Out of all the videos Ive watched yourrs is the best & most in depth & easy to understand".

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Thanks so much! Changed the timing belt in my 2000 Focus this week. This lady is a fantastic mechanic.

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This is the best do it yourself video I have ever seen. Fully detailed and very clear video and audio.

[@dcf476]

Well bugga, you just shown me that I have twice the work I thought I had in front of me! 😩Love the comprehensiveness of this video! Cheers for putting the time in to make this🍻🍻

[@rob102865]

That was a really amazing job done! I had done T-belt replacements for various Mitsubishi units myself, during my OJT. I did Montero, Strada, Adventure, L300 and this 1 isn't any easier... Wow! Thank you so much for this video!

[@preyface456fromchicago8]

By far.. the best Automotive video I ever seen and I don’t own a Ford nor do I have wish of owning 1... This is a how to video on how to make a video... Great Job..

[@hewasdeadwhenigotthere7109]

I watched the whole thing... Dont even own a focus lol. Thanks. Cheers

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That's funny as Hell! Made he laugh

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So did I !!! 😁

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mee to I wont to mery her

[@technocody9296]

Also similar to Volvo's timing belt changes.

[@LesDeplorables]

You guys are amazing. I like the way she explains everything

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[@perryreasch1209]

She is doing a real good work. Explaines really well

[@petervarley3078]

Thanks for this video. I just changed the rocker cover gasket and wanted to remove the upper cover from the timing belt because leaking oil was splattered everywhere. I was mystified why I could not remove it even after taking out the 4 bolts but now I see I have to remove the engine mount! I'm glad I stopped before breaking anything.

[@vernonlemoignan1392]

The north american 2.0l zetec is NON Interference. They hav deep recesses in the piston for the valve specifically to prevent valve damage.

[@Sawmizer]

I’m praying this is true

[@dekidekic7058]

I was enjoing every second of the video. Bravo. Best regards from Serbia

[@richardwilliams1334]

For me I find this video very interesting indeed. I've never seen the head of anything taken out as far as a motor is concerned. I started watching this out of curiosity more then anything else. Watching this now I will never bitch or moan the price of changing such a thing as the timing belt/chain. I could not be able to do this without first trying to pull more the one motor apart just to get the hang of it. Thank you lady for sharing and I will surely want to watch more of your informative programs to come. Thank you from a Kiwi bushman.

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[@dudeguy7347]

Missed an evening and a shift at work to do this but I finished it thanks to you!

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[@deepuSS-vk1md]

Excellent effort to narrate the details each steps, very rarely getting this type of videos. thanks a lot ( I am from Kerala, India.)

[@bigron26048]

I'm dealing with the timing belt on my 2015 fiesta and watching this video gave me some good ideas 💡

[@estlhm805]

She is very good at doing mechanic work! Very good work and great video!!

[@flipperdoo22]

I don’t even own a Ford Focus but I watched the whole video because Sue does such great videos. I’m hoping you can do a video on crankshaft seal replacement for a Honda Element one of these days

[@michaeljones7369]

Great video Sue. You not only showed how to change the timing belt but how to change the seals. Your emphasis on cleanliness shows that you are a professional.

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One of the best repair videos I have ever seen.........Thank you. Not for the faint of heart..!

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[@greerbox]

Wow. Thank you so much for a brilliant “how to”. What was great about it was, as well as telling us what to do, you told us why. Brilliant, thank you so much. ❤️

[@TheOzthewiz]

A SUPERB instructional video for anyone attempting a timing belt replacement! You explained the procedure clearly and concisely! Thank you for uploading this video. Btw, how much would this job cost at a Ford dealership?

[@JS-su7wf]

I was just quoted $1300 at a local shop

[@Shauno_]

Tackling this myself next weekend on a 1.6 zetec focus feeling confident after watching this a couple of times 👍

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[@sterling6860]

This is the first time Ive seen a seal installed correctly by putting a dab of grease around the lip and on the spring..tapping on a new seal with out the grease may pop out the spring a week later the car returns with an oil leak..Very good workwomanship.great stuff.

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[@gidderman]

Cam sprocket bolts 50 ft-lbs T-belt Idler and tensioner pully bolts 18 ft-lbs plus a little extra in practice (more like 20-22 ft-lbs) Valve cover bolts 7 nm / 62 INCH-Lb in sequence (Note: do not clean your valve cover right over your open engine and do not use any abrasives to clean your head) Engine mount bracket to engine 37 ft-lb Crankshaft pulley bolt 90 ft-lbs Watch the whole video if you are a novice, overall great video but avoid using any abrasives on or in an open engine it can put grit into the engine leading to camshaft, oil pump or bearing failure.

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One of the best videos I've seen. Excellent!

[@uselesvideo]

Hey guys, first of all, thank you so much for the video. I did the timing belt change :D. I tried to hear the cars sound before I did the change but the battery was dead and I didnt have a jump starter so went ahead with the change, also changed the serp belt, timign belt tensioner, idler and cam and crank seals. I then bought a powerbank to jump start and then started the car up. It runs fine-ish. so for the engine mount I torqued the bolts on the engine to 80nm and the ones on the chasis to 50nm(caz I followed torque instructions from another source midway caz I was tired I guess). - The car vibrates very slightly when I climb hills, I guess I have to torque down the bolts to 80nm - Theres a slight ticking noise, idk if this was there before or if the belt tensioner is not adjusted correctly or if its just the fuel injectors clicking, I uploaded a video here -> kzbin.info/www/bejne/l2Wxn2mrip5pjtk&ab_channel=SaifAbdulCassim - Do you think I have to be worried about the clicking? does your car make a similar noise? its coming from near the back of the engine near the fuel injectors, as I said I dont have sounds from before the repair to directly compare since the battery was dead, but last it ran I dont think it made this noise, maybe I am being paranoid. i am planning to do a coolant flush in a few weeks, I wanna use the car regularly till then, so that I can flush things out in sequence, will also do a water pump change then, was thinking I ll tear into the engine again during that time and give the timing belt tensioner and idler a final torque, what do you think?

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i honestly wish u here in Africa, but before any1 fixes my car will make them watch this awesome video. thank u lady

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I can't believe I'm getting this tutorial for free

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Has no use if you're not a skilled mechanic, tho.

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its not every day, i watch a lady fixing a car and i pay attention till the end...awesome video...

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The camshaft lobes look really good on that

[@tint661]

You make a great video. I would say one of the best I have seen. You know what your doing. You don't jibber jabber like many people seem to do. Thank You for showing a correct way of changing the timing belt. I must say the person that owned that car was lucky that belt didn't break.

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For me is the best video I watching, for me this video is # 1,thank you so much for your video, excellent information

[@bencrosbie]

that was a fantastic full comprehensive video I can't believe I watched all of it. I don't have a focus I have vws. but that was fantastic.

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She is excellent. Very good lesson.

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[@Taz6688]

That car is from the rustbelt and its only 3 years old.......... those brake pipes. Top-notch work a real pleasure to see a crafts-person doing a thorough job

[@blass5506]

This video is 😉 amazing. Clear well explained I made myself a challenge to replace the timing belt on my focus and I did it perfectly following this video. I’m a handy person but not a mechanic. Thank you so much 1A Auto. Question: is it possible to get a video on how to replace a leaking cylinder head freeze plugs? My second Ford Focus car started leaking coolant by the cover valve.

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[@anasalamri8320]

I never owned and may never own a Ford and yet watched the whole video. Thanks.

[@wessmann]

I watch the whole video thank you for putting it out I haven't 2001 Ford Escort ZX2 there is something on the top of the front of the motor that isn't on this engine curious to know what it was thank you for what you've done

[@johnsherrill618]

Great video. If y'all could do a vid for the rear main seal on a focus with the 2.0L Zetec and manual trans that'd be awesome! lol

[@markmd9]

You are the first mechanic woman that I saw

[@youbreakemwefixem7209]

Thats a comprehensive guide. Thanks for sharing 👍 The only step I would add is to re-check yor alignment and tension before building back up! Always worth the five minutes spent, just in case!

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[@markholyoak9790]

I watched the whole video. I have a focus mk2.5 Zetec 2010. thank you for doing a video like this

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[@Godisgr8always]

Very cool. You are a pro! 😎 you lost me when you started using that special tools the two special tools for the alignment and how to do it. Maybe I just have to watch it over again.also do the seals come with the kit or do you have to buy them separately for the sprockets or pulleys? O.o

[@gabo0610]

Que buen video! gracias por compartir y saludos a la señora profesora, desde Argentina.

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Con mucho gusto!

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Mis respetos para usted sra muy profesional su trabajo

[@gunnardotson5822]

Most things I will do on my own car, but I’d rather pay someone like her to do this job. She has a lot of patience and skill.

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Great in depth videos. The one for replacing the rear shocks on a fiesta was a great help also.

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[@mikeyzx2]

Brings back memories of working on my 98 ZX2. Had to replace waterpump on it, and then the bearings crapped out on timing belt idler pulley so I had to replace the pulley and the belt.

[@Wolfpack310]

Nice job , she's been doing this a while. Nice planning and clean

[@denv6341]

Thank you for such a great video! One question: do I need to care about the position of the bottom gear (which is on the crankshaft) with the belt on? It has some freedom and I wonder if there is possibility to do it incorrectly.

[@robertfields4836]

Watching from Ireland 😉, Loved it, Thanks, Robert....

[@johnc8112]

Great detail video showing step by step. How much does something like this cost, have 2007 Ford Fusion cel?

[@DanielCurti]

A clean and well done job. With a lovey voice. Thanks!

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[@scotts1356]

I WISH I had the knowledge you do! Thanks for the video.

[@joachimuuhlke8787]

Hello from Germany Very good explanation, i like how you say why you use wich tool , du you have a video also for the Ford Focus Engine 1,6 TI . 115 HP from the year 2008.

[@balasingamarumugam2099]

Excellent mam very clear and awesome when fixing the timing belt

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Video is very well done and informative . Thank you to the mechanic .

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[@philipnewton7942]

What a fantastic professional video well explained all though I really did enjoyed watching a pro do this job here in the UK I know quite a few garages when fitting a cam belt they never change the seals like you did we call these garages here in the UK cowboys 10/10 Phil in stoke in the UK

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Thank you madam for such an excellent work ..... Hatts off

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Best how to vid I’ve seen , really good 👍

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Alternator wiring burnt? Great vid, easy to follow for non-mechanic.

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very good video . if only miami had mechanics like yourself.

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The best female mechanic instructor, I have ever seen. wow Thanks

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[@TheOzthewiz]

The BEST mechanic PERIOD!!

[@farerse]

Nice job, always interesting to see how badly worn parts are when you remove the cover. I just wonder why remove the cam locking tool before you torque the sprockets ?

[@robertgary3561]

The FSM warns not to try to turn the engine or torque against the alignment tools.

[@SilverBullet93GT]

The cam ends will break, i think it's cast steel, nevertheless those slots are for alignment not for holding

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Excelent Video! Thank you very much be blessed!

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[@kennethreavis8197]

This video is quite precise and useful

[@hemergencia]

Great tutorial and great camera work. Thanks a lot!

[@latinodance]

Very nice video, I should do the same job on my Focus !!! I have a 2007 Ford Focus 1.8 Tdci to unscrew the crankshaft pulley bolt I have to turn to the left or right side and where can I find the pulley locking key? I thank you for the answer!

[@austinsoleyn3984]

Hello my friend thanks for sharing keep up the great work bless you'll

[@carltorjusen558]

luv your video...one of the best 4 replacing time belt..helped me on replacing mine. my car is 16 years old with 70k miles but decided to do it. The old belt was actually good. no cracks or spongey..However after starting the car was sputtering and running rough and stalling in drive. was throwing up my hands. Was going to repeat disassemble to see where l went wrong. Then l decided to replace the bosch plugs with the old motorcaft plugs which came with car new. Fortunately l saved them after 50k miles...and was surprised in that the motor purred like a kitten and was better than ever.. WHEW!!! go figure???

[@phillipzx3754]

At about the 6 minute mark she said it was a good thing the belt didn't break because the pistons and valves would hit. That's only true if it's an "interference" engine. The U.S. version of the Zetec ( the exception being the higher compression SVT version) is a non-interference engine. If the belt breaks all that will happen is the motor will stop running and then you get to call a tow truck or a really good friend.

[@kavostat8130]

Very good video for DIY mechanic , just wonder how much time was taken to do this completely

[@mcjitsu]

Thanks. Great video. Really very well done, and very good mechanical advice. Have an identical engine in a 2004 Mazda Tribute 2.0L YF engine Vin 3, Carbed. Knowing the VIN 3 or B or whatever - is a life saver looking for parts or a spare head. The number is inside the driver door. Took 2 weeks to find the bolt that stops the crank for timing TDC. Thanks for making it look easy (haha) back there under the exhaust manifold. Everyone else points to it at the front on the other side under the generator. Who the hell makes an engine with no Keyways and no line up marks on the crank or cam wheels?? Our engine has NO keyway on the crank pulley. NO marks on the pulley wheel - nothing. It is simply held in place by the tightness of the crank bolt !!!!! Came close to making one.... If not for the crank timing pin, there is no "practical way" to set the timing on one of these Zetec engines. And we couldn't find it for quite a while in any manual or video. Yours is the first one to show it under the exhaust. Luckily the cam slots are off center keeps you from guessing if it is 180 out. The cam wheels have no marks that "line up". Popping the seals for the cam wheels, and crank shaft was easy, BUT, the parts books like to list the REAR crank seal first. You have to make sure you specify the FRONT crank seal. Be ware of cracking that top plastic timing belt cover, although we found a couple of good used ones, and the lower belt cover as well. Also noticed tightening the belt tensioner can change the timing set up. Watched you keep that cam tool and the Crank timing pin - stuck in there until you were done!! The worst part of taking the head off was the frigging power steering hose and the odd ball exhaust bolt hidden by the hose. RTV is a 25% surcharge for dealing with it ;-) Nice little engine. We warped the head at 244,000 miles. Bottom end still looked pretty good !. Put a used head on it for $125, and $250 of belts and gaskets and new water pump.

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Yes , this is a Mazda designed engine. Very reliable as is the 2.3 Duratec

[@Vention1MGTOW]

Excellent job. Very impressive young woman. Thanks for this.