2005-2011 Ford Focus 2.0L Duratec Engine Runs Rough Hesitates: Valve Cover Gasket Replacement

[@FordTechMakuloco]

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[@Brownnproud91]

FordTechMakuloco Hey I hope you can help me. I just Purchased a 2012 Ford fusion SE 2.5L with 62,000 miles. the problem is that i dont know what transmission it has and how many quarts of transmission fluid i have to buy. The manual is so confusing and doesnt state what transmission i have. can you please help

[@Brownnproud91]

FordTechMakuloco my Manual says capacity of ATF is 9.0quarts. but one of your videos says 5quarts. im confused?

[@martincastaneda5495]

FordTechMakuloco thank you for your videos

[@davem3789]

FordTechMakuloco Permatex Ultra Black is the best engine sealant. Nice video.

[@michaelmorris1546]

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[@joehyundaitech7961]

if you own a ford focus like myself and are in need of a new gasket because it is leaking and need to know how to replace it this is the best valve cover gasket replacement video on youtube

[@thomasherring6640]

Going to be doing this job with my son tomorrow. I've done plenty of valve cover gaskets over the years, but not much work on Fords, and never a gasket on a plastic valve cover, so a bit of a new experience for me. Your video certainly helps me to familiarize myself with the procedure, and what things I will need to move out of my way to get good access.

[@donaldcollins7866]

God am I glad I found your channel. I'm a 2014 Focus owner. Bought it as a salvage title car 15 months ago with 30,000 miles on it. At 50,000 miles now the problems are beginning. Just subscribed.

[@markchislett5548]

Just finished replacing the valve cover gaskets on my 2005 Focus ZXW. You made it look easy and by following along it really was. Thanks. My next project will be my 07 F150 water pump/timing chain.

[@The_M-An-M]

You've helped me along more than once on a few vehicles now.. GREATLY appreciated! Thank you so much for taking the time to post these great videos!

[@Bdizzy0331]

GREAT video! Boyfriend and I are going to be doing this in a few days. This video is EXTREMELY helpful and detailed. Gives me more confidence in our ability to tackle this project! 😃 Edit: Well, we did it!!!! It was a very successful accomplishment and your video was a major factor in all of it so thank you! 😁

[@jeffmyers2339]

Great tutorial dude. Explained everything perfectly. Just finished mine with the help of this video and saved me a lot of money

[@michaelgood1791]

I always learn something new each and every time I watch your videos. As a recent Ford ASSET grad I really appreciate you!

[@porkchop10]

Tackled this today with help from your video. I was able to buy just the boots at Advance Auto for about $5/pc. Gave me an excuse to get a small torque wrench for inch pounds, but man it didn't feel like much. I probably would have way over done it by using the German standard Goodentight. Thanks for the videos!

[@mateorc2]

Recently completed this myself for the first time & thought the exact same thing regarding the torque. I actually used a larger torque wrench for foot-pounds & did the conversion. I must have checked like 3-4 different sources to make sure it wasn't a mistake bc to me it really felt like there was still a lot of slack left.

[@johnfitzpatrick7569]

What a great informative video, so easily explained. My sons car has the exact same problem. You made me feel better knowing it’s a minor repair. 👍

[@teamgreen02]

Just followed this today and everything went really well. Thanks Brian! 184k and it still runs great.

[@kato223]

This is a super great video for replacing that valve cover gasket! For those back wire retaining clips, they get super brittle because of the constant heat up and cool down of the engine with them sitting right above the exhaust manifold. Plus, ultraviolet light like from the sun is really bad on plastic too. I ended up replacing both of my plastic retaining clips with rubber cushioned metal clamps, 4 x 1/4" lock washers, and 4 x 6M-1.0 nuts, it's a pretty cheap alternative and shouldn't be as susceptible to breaking like the plastic ones are. Thanks again for a great informative video!

[@Rick-tg4oy]

I'm about to do the plugs on my 09 and I'm expecting the find a lot of oil too. I'm going to have to do this whole repair/replacement as well. Thanks so much for the super well narrated and shot video. It's going to help me a lot.

[@clintonwatkins1070]

Nice video! In this particular case, you've done well for my level of knowledge. You didn't present it like you're speaking to people who know nothing, but you didn't get over my head either. Nice vid! Thumbs up!

[@jaysheldon6443]

I watched this video on my TV, had to come to the phone to comment on how awesome the video was and to give a thumbs up.

[@k.j.w5205]

A few other tips that helped me: 1. You might need to use a screw driver to LIGHTLY finesse the valve cover itself loose. Mine was on there pretty good, but once I cracked the seal open it came off easy. 2. You can rent a torque ratchet at Auto Zone. $50 deposit that they give back when you return it within 90 days. 3. I ALWAYS flag any plug that I disconnect with painters tape and I label and number them. It only takes a few minutes to do and it makes reassembly stress free and super easy.

[@johnspencer749]

Hey I just wanted to say thanks for the great video(s). I watched it about 4 times, followed your instructions to the letter, and my focus is running better now @ 150k miles than it did @ 47k when I got it! Now to be fair, I did change out all the coils and plugs too, but this video, (and a few of your other videos), made this job a walk in the park. Love all your content man! Thanks again!

[@melanie83076]

Thank you so much for this video. The way you explain things and your attention to detail makes doing this possible for anyone.

[@mustangcircut]

Really great video!!! Just bought an 05 2.0 with a 114,000 for a beater. Took home from used car lot and ran into the exact same thing. Started pulling the non oem plugs out to change with motorcraft and the last cylinder boot had oil. Not as bad as you. When pulling the plug that oil went into the cylinder. I was able to get 80% out and reinstalled the old plugs and fired up. Smoked for about 20 seconds and cleared. Ordered the gasket and will install new plugs once the gasket is installed. Thanks again for an informative video!!!

[@pizzamonster975]

Thank you so much for your videos. A true professional and excellent video quality. I have a 2010 Focus with 290,000 miles and still running great

[@eastcoastgrandison4855]

I have a 2005 Ford focus and mine is now having this problem.

[@miguelledezma1394]

Mine has 200k, 2010 too

[@GudJonnyCakes]

Damn thats allt of miles, i have 155,555 on mine

[@steeelow789]

I have an 06 150k miles

[@ThePrayerpower]

07 SES 214K miles. Runs very strong.

[@buddy6101]

Best detailed Ford videos out there. Thank you!

[@FordTechMakuloco]

Thanks I try to get all the detail in so the average joe can fix it and save $

[@dabruiser7938]

Question. I did this job with the help over your video for my mothers 09 focus S. Thank you so much btw. The question I have is that her car is still really rough idling and I am afraid the pvc valve being clogged somehow caused the gaskets to prematurely break. Is this possible? Also where is the location of the pvc at? Is it on the top right corner of the valve cover where the tube was unhooked? Some help would be greatly appreciated! Thank you again!

[@153eddy]

PCV valve is driver side under the intake

[@gbaileyo7]

This is about the only guy I would trust to work on my Ford vehicles. We need more mechanics like this!!@

[@brandonbowling4240]

Great video. You saved me a very expensive repair. Completed mine with success. Thank you for sharing

[@NPDannyboy]

*** 8mm Deep Wall Socket Also Needed *** I unfortunately found this out mid project at 3 am... Otherwise amazing video, thank you! Saved a ton of money compared to what the dealership wanted to fix it.

[@jaime3452]

You sir are a pro. Good editing, explanation and just an awesome video. Best one.

[@mikewilson5101]

thanks for your time helping other people that needs help!! great video!!

[@zapcity8992]

Man you always have electrical connectors and retainer Clips come off so easily and I be breaking all them bad boys using the same tools you do LOL

[@kuengyal23]

I guess we all learn from these mistakes. Wish you all the best mate. 🙏🙏

[@frankskeen1310]

A great video, I have the same issue with 189,000 miles and was thinking about sending the car off to the shop.But I can follow instructions and should be able to do this at home just as you have shown. The rate per hour I will charge my daughter is way less than $75.00 an hour. Plus it gives me something to do, so I have purpose in the world at least to my family !! THANK YOU

[@davidsquall351]

I just had this problem this week on my 2008 2.3l Duratec Ranger :) The truck started hesitating and running crappy..then p0301...then saw all the oil up there. I was trying to figure out why I had to top up my oil so often...lol appreciate your vids man

[@rodrigolealaraujo]

Just did it yesterday to my 2010 ford focus, thank you for all you do. Saved me lots of m ok money....thank yoi

[@gibbles3817]

Thank you for taking the time to make this video.

[@steadyeddie7453]

Dont forget to make sure the PCV system is working properly. If the valve is bad or the hose leading to it is sucked shut, all that crankcase pressure has to go somewhere. Thanks for the video.

[@billrimmer5596]

The cam bolt came loose on one that came in. When I put it back together after replacing the exhaust valves, I tightened those bolts a lot tighter than Ford says. U don't seem to have any videos on cam and crank relationship on these engines. Really enjoy all your videos!

[@onlycodered]

Looks like the passenger motor mount was also replaced recently. Another common one. I would know. I've had to replace them on all three of the Foci in my family. Hahaha

[@OSWCrosshair2002]

Great video. Very informative. Excellent job. Thanks for doing it. I really appreciate it. I did not notice, that you were the first person I have seen use a dab of sealant. All of the other videos I have seen just bolted the cover on and called it good. Awesome work. Thanks again.

[@FordTechMakuloco]

I follow the Ford procedure, T joints are a huge leak point.

[@evildoctorporkchop6187]

@@FordTechMakuloco I've been scrolling so long for this Q&A 😌 thnx much

[@drewlabowskishow903]

Wonderful job and camera skills bravo to you and yours

[@craigelectric5241]

Have a 2011 w/ 50,000 ( I love ) I'm a fox body greaser , but the "Thunder focus" is a must have... I'm always smiling at the pump. ⛽ Watched this to see if I had a timing belt. I'm even happier now ! PS; Must watch 2.3 L turbo psycho pinto / drag car ! Ty 😎 🤙

[@JSonder143]

I thought I’d try this myself, after watching this video I changed my mind.

[@GudJonnyCakes]

Lmao

[@bnetolldnataman]

Mans gotta know his limitations......🤣🤣👍👌

[@DB-um1ij]

And a one thumbs up for you sir. Just found oil all over my 1 and 4 plugs. Oily as hell in there, totally submerged, rockauto time.

[@danielbornhoeft7803]

Dave Brown mine too, but I fear I have procrastinated to long and have to hit up the auto parts store.

[@cyrex686]

Used this video as my guide and got it done. My hiccups/advice for others: 1) I got sprayed with gas when removing the line since the engine was hot. Would have gone bad if it hit something hot like exhaust manifold. Need to at least wrap rags around it before removing. 2) New gasket wouldn't stay in place, kept falling out. I used grease to hold it in place. 3) Some of that silicone you scrape off had been in a bad spot and seemed to deform the lip around the valve cover sealing surface on mine.

[@bobbifoci8214]

Just had to replace the valve cover gasket, coils and plugs , and I was surprised how easy it was, the ball joints were a pain lol I bypassed all the rough stuff and replaced the upper and lower control arms. These little cars are pretty easy to work on minus the pain in the neck flex pipe.

[@pfsantos007]

Love the way you work. Much respect.

[@sanchmig000]

This video is a life saver man. Thank you for uploading.

[@DocIlpalazzo]

xD I just did my valve cover gasket watching a KZbin video. First time pulling anything with that much shit. Was intimidating at first, but really easy to do. There was so much oil in those little reservoirs that you couldn’t even see the spark plug. Oddly though, it never caused interference. And yes, motor craft doesn’t sell boots separately. The foreman told me that you don’t need to replace the coils unless they fail.

[@TheJuanSolid]

I agree replaceing the coil is not needed, but I would replace the rubber still, you can get aftermarket ngk ones (I got them from Rock Auto). I cleaned a bunch of oil off my old boots and placed them in the spare parts bin. A week later I was organizing and found beaded up oil all over them (including inside). Seemed like the rubber absorbed oil and expelled it over time, sort of like condensation but oil. I just checked the bin again now and there was a light visible film of oil over the boots up to where they were soaking in oil. It's a shame motorcraft won't sell just the boot and spring but I would definitely spend $12 to $15 for new rubber boots after a valve cover gasket change to ensure a clean connection. The ngk spring will not twist on to the coil like the OEM motorcraft ones. I ended up reusing the old springs because I did not like the idea of them being loose in there with just compression holding them together (probably fine). I also had a small scratch, maybe start of a crack, in a coil so I replaced that one only just to be safe. I would reuse that coil but I am very hesitant on reusing any of these boots unless I was in a severe pinch.

[@scottmmcnamee6813]

Great how to. Thanks! Add me to the list of leaky valve cover gaskets needing replacement. Went to change my plugs today and 3 of the 4 plug ports had oil. I removed the plugs for now (some oil got into the cylinder...will try and remove that before I put the new plugs in) and will take the valve cover off soon to replace the gaskets. Regarding the Ultra Black Permatex gasket compound, the instructions say let it set for an hour before fully torquing down the valve cover. Not sure if it matters that much, but thought I'd mention it.

[@TheJuanSolid]

I was thinking about this. I did what the instructions said and put the two globs then immediately seated the valve cover and hand tightened gradually in the order linked. I waited a bit more then an hour and torqued it down in proper order. I did check it over a week later and still no leak at the seams. I am going to keep checking because it seems to me if the rtv hardens enough it could cause a tiny gap where the gasket, rtv, and metal meet when you torque it down. I wonder if the 1 hour wait before final torque is specifically when there is no other gasket being used. If no one hears back from me assume there was still no leak detected at the seams or around the rtv.

[@boabm6522]

@@TheJuanSolid the wait is so the compound sets enough that it acts like a gasket itself and not just squeeze out.

[@TheJuanSolid]

@@boabm6522 Thanks! Makes sense. I am concerned in this application though because that's a gasket on a gasket, something I was always told is bad, like double gasketing a oil filter by accident. I can say this never leaked for me from the install procedure I noted above.

[@chrissysorandom5643]

Thank you for diagnosing my car 💕 much love from Tennessee

[@GuyRegular]

It's a good video, would make one suggestion though I wouldn't use a rag to wipe the gasket surface or push down near the timing chain because the rags deposit lint they don't want to get into the engine and ultimately end up in the oil pickup screen, I rebuilt transmissions for 40 years in many times I saw do-it-yourselfers wipe parts with rags and you although you can't see it once they filled it with fluid and started the thing all the lint got sucked up into the filter and I saw many times where it actually plugged the filter up. the valve cover operation probably wouldn't put that much lint into the engine but I think I would use paper towels just to avoid any possibility of lint contamination

[@BobKontak]

Just did this yesterday on my 2010 Focus. Two driver's side plug holes filled with oil. One on end was to the top. Anyhoo, new plugs and gasket, 80% of rough idle gone so coil packs next in line. Wet rubber boots were a little chubby. Side note. Leaking cover gaskets on a 2005 Subaru Outback actually displayed marks on the spark plug, a distinct brown line, where the spark was traveling down the outside of the plug into the block.

[@soxtalkstudiosautomatedcha9183]

I’m very optimistic and excited to take on this project.

[@DJEricB]

Thank you so much for this video! It was so helpful and you saved me a bunch of money!

[@ethan88912]

It was a bad design by ford not having enough claiming power on the 2 middle cylinders. That's where mine leaked like a hose. 2 bolts don't cut it

[@FordTechMakuloco]

+ethan88912 Darn good observation

[@evanwolfe8393]

Just the middle 2 currently have same issue

[@betonmagen]

I believe the Duratec 1.8 and 2.0 petrol engine was a design by Ford and Mazda

[@cebayne]

So glad I found this video, my wells are FULL of oil! Doing this project next week and getting it right

[@dakotataylor5173]

cebayne how did it go?

[@cebayne]

Dakota Taylor very easy, car runs great

[@dalebixby2860]

How do you get the oil out off the spark plug wells?

[@alpha6games751]

@@dalebixby2860 I was wondering this as well. Did you ever get an answer? I didn’t see him even remove the oil from the wells in the video either.

[@dalebixby2860]

@@alpha6games751 I never got an answer but I used a spray bottle nozzle stuck it down in the wells and sprayed it in a bottle removed as much oil as I could then removed spark plugs you will get some oil in the cylinder but it won't hurt anything my car smoked a little for a few minutes and then cleared up

[@kolschesky]

Thank you! Your video gave me the confidence to complete this project.

[@Mr2004MCSS]

Thanks for this video. I just got done doing this job on a same year Focus and this video helped out a bunch. It took me several hours with getting the oil out of the spark plug wells and cleaning everything up. I also changed the spark plugs and coil boots. Car seems to idle smoother than before but I didn't run it long so that the sealant could set.

[@tylermitchell8927]

How did you get the oil out of the wells? Someone said to run the engine with the spark plugs removed to blow out the rest of the oil after soaking up with a paper towel but wouldn’t that allow sludge to get into the engine?

[@Mr2004MCSS]

@@tylermitchell8927 I used a turkey baster to get the majority of the oil out and then used paper towels to soak up the rest. I would not take the spark plug out with oil still in the hole.

[@tylermitchell8927]

@@Mr2004MCSS thanks

[@Mr2004MCSS]

@@tylermitchell8927 No problem.

[@jackalhead08]

Dude your video saved my life. I def did not have the money to take my beater to the shop and this totally did the trick. You fucking rock bro

[@terrydawson5304]

Thanks a bunch for you video. You make it very easy to understand and informative. Glad you gave torque specs and diagram very helpful.

[@ryanmckinley4020]

You may have saved me from alot of money my guy. SO appropriate

[@johnsellers2999]

Well I just finished my focus. I'm confident that the job went well. I had to put a he'll coil in spark plug number 2. That's my only concern when I start it today. Had to wait for the thread locker to set. But the heli coil is just a smidge in to far. I'm really nervous it's going to hit. I don't know how far up the piston comes up ,so after all this work and money I spent for parts can maybe be all for nothing. But thank you so much for the perfect amount of detail you put into this one and all your videos. You should be proud of your workmanship. Another question I have besides if an eighth of an inch to far in with the heli coil is ,do you have your own shop? Cause if your working for a dealership it seems wild that they would let you give such valuable info. Thanks again ,probably couldn't have done this without your professional experience and expertise. If that 1\8 of an inch is a problem let me know what I should do. Thanks

[@johnsellers2999]

Like maybe a couple of flat washers on spark plug to keep from going in to far??? Any help Berri start this thing up thanks

[@johnsellers2999]

Like a couple of flat washers on spark plug to keep it from going in to far ?

[@stevecordova7432]

This video ROCKS DUDE😎2010 WIT SAME ISSUE,NOT ANYMORE DUDE CAUSE OF YOU MAN✊😁✌!!!

[@El91637]

You make a great teacher.

[@daveschreiber3549]

great video! Very informative. Helped me with my rough idle Focus issue.

[@MBChiquillo]

Thank you man, but with the oil that was sitting on top of the spark plug, should I just let it run into the the whole or should I try to get it out somehow

[@ThienTran-ul1jz]

Use the rags clean the oil until it’s dry

[@stea2494]

Awesome video, i have that problem on my son’s car. The 2009 focus got both my kids driving without any problems. If it wasnt for the rust it would be nearly perfect

[@djosephbenedict2244]

The #4 spark plug well is the one full of oil here. I had an issue with the #4 spark plug well full of coolant. Not sure what happened there, but I think I know why: had the engine idling for almost 15 minutes - no issues. Came back almost two hours later, consistent 1 cylinder misfire. Computer identified it as #4. Pulled the coil, full of coolant. I suspect a possible radiator fan problem causing the engine to get quite warm allowing coolant to build pressure and push thru whatever path it found. Checked your video about coolant in the crankcase (blown head gasket?). Didn't find evidence of that. Checked the oil cap, valve train and dipstick - all good.

[@KardiFan2000]

You should get a coolant pressure test done on the car (on the radiator cap). If it doesn't hold pressure, or if coolant slowly seeps through the head gasket, then you've found your problem.

[@153eddy]

Could this be the reason for the rough idle (like a minor misfire)

[@pono321]

Yes of course

[@AndrewSnyder-Urech]

lol you say that plug galley is filled? mine was above the sparkplug LMAO

[@urmommaahugehoe]

Andrew Snyder Mine is having that problem did this fix your issue? Did you have to replace the coils and the spark plugs?

[@jonathanc8451]

Andrew Snyder Lol mine was the same

[@DJ-oj8wb]

What happens if I pulled the plugs full of oil? Will it burn off of the pistons or will it wind up being junk?

[@AndrewSnyder-Urech]

@@urmommaahugehoe I just changed the cover and it was good. Haven't checked again, sold car

[@AndrewSnyder-Urech]

@@DJ-oj8wb for me, I pulled the plugs and let the oil go into the cylinders, then started it and ran for a minute or so to burn off the oil then went and changed the gasket

[@joeroberts111]

Where are you located? I like how you are careful and thorough you are.

[@FordTechMakuloco]

Chicago

[@fishinfrenzyspi]

I accidentally broke the #1 bolt. Runs OK with out it. No leaks for now, but now would have to replace the entire valve cover, right? That bolt comes integrated with the cover from what I see. Great video!

[@DrumFFx]

if you remove the cover you might be able to access the bolt and back it out and put in a new bolt...?

[@DrumFFx]

go to junkyard and take that bolt from another car.. shouldnt be too expensive

[@pfsantos007]

Thanks for the video just did this over the weekend. One of the spark plugs had oil up to the insulator!

[@Loopycoon]

Could i jus spreay the cover when off with a hose? Sorry for question if sounds dum

[@joehyundaitech7961]

brian was that a 1/4 in dr torque wrench used in the video or 3/8 ? also were the plugs changed ?

[@paulynotshore7006]

Thanks for the specs and torque séquence.... really appreciate i'm doing my 2006 this week

[@stealthflythecoop6819]

All focus have this problem 👍

[@kabaret3]

I did 250k with mine and never change the gasket once

[@stevenelkowitz3533]

50k miles and this is the second time it's happened

[@eastcoastgrandison4855]

@@kabaret3 I'm at 268000 miles and mine are starting to do it

[@danielmuller7315]

Really good video but what u do to take the oil down there in the head ????

[@FordTechMakuloco]

Air wand with brake cleaner and repeat.

[@TheJameswaugh]

Did the gasket change have the desired effect on the Roughness and Hesitation?

[@FordTechMakuloco]

+J Waugh yes once the oil is removed the problem is gone

[@baxrok2.]

Curious, How did you remove the oil and gunk from the spark plug well before removing the plugs?

[@bigpapablu]

fill with brake clean, then blow it out with a rag covering the well

[@ercilvet]

I used a turkey baster to get most of the oil removed, then added a solvent( paint thinner, carb cleaner, or just gasoline) to dissolve the remaining oil, then sucked that out with the baster too. Soak up any residue with paper towels and let dry thoroughly. You might want to use the stainless steel basters, the plastic ones are damaged after one use

[@matthewmock9237]

Brake suction tool, rags, air, and spray cleaning fluid. Brakelen I think, can't remember how to spell it.

[@futurehunter_1]

That's why I'm watching it twice. What happened to the oily boot?

[@scottmmcnamee6813]

You have to change the entire coil pack because chances are the boot is now ruined by the oil (swollen)

[@mr221680]

Thanks for the great video. I have 2010 ford focus 5 speed with same problem, is the parts are the same? Thanks

[@gazbiz1]

Hi, good video, question, is it worth putting sealant on the three gaskets in the center as these seem to be the only ones that leak.

[@125sm3]

New Subscriber from England. Good Job

[@NucInst]

At 16:50 what cleaner did you say to spray into a rag to clean the gasket surface?

[@FordTechMakuloco]

brake cleaner

[@NucInst]

Ah, okay. Thanks for the reply and video. I’ve got an 09 Ford Focus with 180,000 miles on it. I’ll be watching more videos in the future.

[@rancher12121]

thanks for a great video, good light, camera on tripod, and great step by step, many videos, guy trying to show how to do something, at night, cell phone in one hand, flashlight in his teeth

[@MrPami9899]

Hey brian, as a ford technician, would you recommend anyone to buy ford vehicles, trucks or suv

[@eliaselizalde2121]

Thank you very much this video was very helpful I was able to do this job in my car 👌🤝

[@taurus2001dohc]

Thank you this is great for my purposes, to see a breakdown of the top of the engine. I'm trying to get the upper intake manifold off to check out the PCV valve/hose. Chasing a rough idle (like a vacuum leak) with no code ever thrown.

[@153eddy]

Did you ever figure out the rough idle issue?

[@CdotPoppy]

@@153eddy Don't think he did!

[@153eddy]

@@CdotPoppy I did. Oil was leaking thru the valve cover gasket and flooding the COP's. Changed gasket, plugs and COP's and also did a EGR clean and car ran great.

[@CdotPoppy]

@@153eddy 🤣 thanks for messaging back!! My D20 is a bit dirty on the side. Want to uprate the cams and need to do the timing chain/oil pump. So a new gasket will be in order. Have a great weekend!

[@MrMisterLondon]

I suspect i have the same issue with mine and am going to investigate at the weekend. Great video but I was left with one (possibly dumb) question.. how to properly/safely clean the spark wells of the oil? All advice appreciated!

[@FordTechMakuloco]

wash thm down with brake cleaner then use a rag to cover hole and blow it out.

[@MrMisterLondon]

​@@FordTechMakulocothank you! 🤜🤛

[@MrMisterLondon]

​@@FordTechMakuloco(liked and subscribed btw)

[@treewisemenllc7281]

How about coolent and, oil in the spark plug wells?

[@ThienTran-ul1jz]

Change rocker cover gasket and 2 plugs seat next to spark plugs

[@victorheinz9835]

Thanks for the video, I was experiencing the same issue with my 2010 escape.

[@ranger1244]

Could this be caused by a bad PCV valve? If yes is there an easy way to replace the PCV valve which is under the intake manifold?

[@evantheis4892]

Ranger1 this is caused by the failed gasket. A pcv valve hose is common to go bad and will cause it to stall out and run bad. Surging idle

[@ranger1244]

Evan Theis thank you sir

[@valentinraducan2957]

Hi all. I'm stumped and really need your help and advice regarding a fair bit of white smoke coming out the exhaust until the coolant temp reaches around 60oC. Now I know this would usually be water, but I'm not loosing any coolant at all! ...Nor am I losing oil or have any mayo under the oil filler cap. Equally there's no oil in the coolant reservoir either. No loss of power. Starts and drives fine too, it's just an embarrassing amount of smoke/vapour that almost filled the car park at work yesterday! I always warm up the car before I drive it, and it hasn't overheated before. So, I put it to you great people for your suggestions... Many thanks in advance!

[@ajbrown2013]

Thank you changing mine right now watching your steps

[@76clw]

great vid we have 2009 se perfect vid to fix small oil leak around spark plugs not alot of oil on coils thanks for the great info and instructions

[@juanhinojosa9784]

awesome video... i have a 06 focus, and i need to replace the intake manifold flaps. now my question is there is a 2.0 and 2.3 engine do both of them use the same intake manifold or is there a difference. or where can i purchase just the flaps . or would it be best just to replace the whole intake

[@karlbigmore7949]

Did you do the flaps new or did you just remove them

[@juanhinojosa9784]

@@karlbigmore7949 cheaper to replace the whole intake

[@karlbigmore7949]

1.8 ford focus 1.8 useing 4ltrs oil every 2 weeks had piston 2 on 50psi all the rest 165 so soaked in acetone and oil got back to 125 change pcv valve and flaps on manifold used magnetic oil geting p130 code and lots of white smoke still using oil did plugs and rocker gasget still white smoke eny ideas

[@fredcloud9668]

What is the best way to clean the oil out of the plug wells ?

[@theadventuresofjavier8698]

there's oil in them thar focuses....done quite a few of these in my time...i bet you have seen tenfold...

[@jeepdriver7494]

Javier 86 i

[@ronnyatdrik4700]

Did you take out the spark plugs while cleaning or after you put back the cover?

[@herbertaviles7620]

Very well explained, good video,Ford is the best, do have vidio the Ford Fusion 2010 SEL ,

[@gavinwilliams9367]

Just replaced my spark plugs and every one was full of oil. Ill be replacing the valve cover gasket very soon lol

[@1966sjones]

Very interesting an informative, my 2007 focus has 248,000 miles an is starting to get a ticking noise afraid it is the lifters/tappets. Just a rough guess on how long it takes to fix an estimate on cost. Too deep in the engine for me to get into

[@boabm6522]

You got any vids on the 2.5T I5 (Volvo) engine?