Ford Focus (2008) Engine Malfunction Warning Diagnosis & Repair

[@philhockey936]

Brilliant video thank you so much for posting. My daughter has a 2008 c-max diesel with the same symptoms. On close inspection I could see dry solder joints on maybe 50% of the connector pins. Out with the soldering iron to re-solder all of the pins and hey presto it’s now perfect. I am electrically experienced and had no problem doing this repair but would recommend giving the job to an expert if you’re inexperienced in electronic type repairs. Thanks again 👍

[@steadyteddy2552]

Speedo needle stuck at 30 mph at the end 🤔. Awesome video very informative nice job🍻👍

[@adamauto1]

Thanks for watching, yes well spotted, i had to go back, remove them again and repair, again, 2nd time was all ok. Never had that issue before. I wasn't even looking at the clocks when driving hence why i missed it.

[@mandi88652]

lol I noticed that too and had to go back to check again after the errors were erased. what probelm had it though

[@Roger-bo6nh]

Hi, thanks for the video, had also flahing warning lights and failure messages all over, ford focus 2007, that for sometimes could not start the engine, i did resolder all the pins of the interface connector on the board, seems ok now

[@roryks]

When I go over a particularly bumpy bit of road, I get a warning chime and the central "i" light flashes. It doesn't happen all the time, but when it does it is unnerving. It seems to me that some wiring is loose, cracked or faulty in some way. I'm worried it might short out the whole system. Trying to explain this fault to my mechanic is proving frustrating. Any advice would be hugely appreciated. (Ford Focus 2008 MK2. Instrument panel looks exactly the same.)

[@adamauto1]

Hi thanks for watching I can Repair it if you get your mechanic to remove the cluster and you post it to me. EMAIL [e-mail] for info.

[@sammahasona]

Amazing video and great commitment to get your clients vehicles fixed.

[@adamauto1]

Many thanks for watching and the excellent comment!

[@wulliest]

I had similar issue in Ford Mondeo 2007 - in my case the radio would randomly turn off and not switch back on again. Turns out the instrument cluster contains the gateway to the multimedia CAN bus. Sure enough, disassembled cluster and the Tyco connector had dry joints on about 50% of the pins. Removed all that nasty lead-free solder and replaced it with 60/40 leaded -no more radio issues.

[@a.skatuga2956]

How much did you cost you to fix mate? I have got same problem started with the radio was not turning on for no reason decided to remove it then a month later car dash was showing system mulfunctional. Am going crazy with it

[@adamauto1]

Thanks for watching! Glad you got it sorted well done with the repair!

[@nathanaelkadiwa7123]

I have a ford focus 2010 tdci zetec 1.6 mk2. it shows an engine malfunction info. if you press the accelerator hard on initial take off it throws in the malfunction warning... used an obd2 diagnostic said, supercharger underboost A.. I then looked for a secondary opinion from another mechanic his diagnosis came out saying CAN Bus U1900 code and nothing about the supercharger underboss. could it be CAN Bus or should I have a third opinion... jus to add sometimes when the warning shows up it shuts the engine off and have to start the again. any advice on course of action

[@adamauto1]

Thanks for watching. I can do the cluster repair for you if you can send the cluster to me.

[@johannabengtsson82]

Thank you for the best video!!! I have the same problem on my ford.

[@adamauto1]

You're welcome thanks for watching I can Repair if you post it to me. Thanks

[@jaysonpunsalan8080]

@@adamauto1 same issue here...I live in Dorset

[@lottepedersen6863]

@@adamauto1Where do you live? I might have same problem 🙄 If you live to far away (I live in Denmark) is it possible just to buy a used board and replace it?

[@adamauto1]

@lottepedersen6863 Hi Lotte thanks for watching. You can post it to me if you like I'm in UK, I can repair and return.

[@adamauto1]

@jaysonpunsalan8080 you can post to me if needed.

[@grannysvids]

4 days ago, my fuel guage in my 2011 Ford cmax diesel 1.6 would read empty when I turned the lights on, when I turn them off, the fuel guage reads proper readings. Then 2 days later, I started getting engine fault, service required. The engine also started to misfire and was very jumpy. When I turned the car off then back on, the fault would go away. 2 days later, it started again then went away as soon as I turned the car back on. I wonder if I have a cluster problem too. Also, what happened to the speedometer on your repair, it loomed like it was stuck on 30 mph, was there a fault with it?

[@adamauto1]

Hi thanks for watching yes could be a cluster fault! And well spotted i had to re solder it i must have made a mistake. First time it ever happened.

[@ratheeshkrishnan1623]

I have ford Mondeo mk3 2003 speedometer not working abs and handbrake light on can fix it with soldering.

[@adamauto1]

Hi thanks for watching all depends on what the fault is really. I would advise getting it diagnosed by a professional.

[@Herewegoagain28]

I did the resoldering and the engine malfunction message disappeared. But the check engine symbol is still on. Does this mean I have another problem? The car is no longer in limp mode. Do I need to delete the fault codes or something after doing the repair to get rid of the check engine symbol?

[@adamauto1]

Yes i think there's another issue!

[@pbarlow91]

How much to repair a set of clock had engine malfunction now got transmission malfunction not starting thanks paul

[@adamauto1]

Hi please email [e-mail] for Repair options thanks.

[@garysarchet4221]

My daughter has a 2008 Ford focus with the engine malfunction, transmission malfunction, and no power steering. Would that cause by the same problem?

[@adamauto1]

Thanks for watching. It could well be yes if it's not starting but hard to say without checking naturally.

[@viktorbosnjak2037]

I hear a knocking/vibrating sound coming from the dashboard..sometimes it shows the engine malfunction message and it goes into limp mode..any help ?

[@adamauto1]

Hi yes please email [e-mail] for Repair options.

[@markholyoak9790]

Hello there do you still repair ford focus mk2.5 cluster because I keep getting acceleration reduced on my ford focus 2010

[@adamauto1]

Hi yes please email [e-mail] for info. Thanks

[@grannysvids]

When i turn my headligjts on, my fuel guage goes to zero although i have fuel in the car. When i turn the lights off, the fuel guage is fine. After driving a while the car thinks i have no fuel and it says i need to service the car and the engine has a fault. I took the cluster out and checked the solder, all good but still a problem, any ideas? When i turn the car off after it stops working and back on again, its fine then it all happens all over again

[@adamauto1]

Hi thanks for watching. You can't check the solder visually, if there are cracks they won't be visible to the human eye. I would say cluster needs repairing potentially.

[@grannysvids]

@adamautomotive hello, I have since fixed this issue. I tried everything, removed the cluster, re soldered it, although I couldn't see any damage, removed the headlights and switches to see if there was a problem, but there wasn't. In the end I just removed the positive wire from the battery, drained out any voltage from the ecu and all circuits, left it for 5 mins unconnected. Re-connected it all and after resetting the car, everything was fine. My fuel guage now works with the lights on. It must have been some sort of glitch in the ecu. It's been fine ever since and that was 8 days ago.

[@philippejulian76]

I forgot to ask, what kind of "cleaner" is appropriate for contacts ? I have a contact cleaner spray can, that would do I guess?

[@adamauto1]

I'm trying not to be sarcastic here, but yes, the clues in the name. Contact cleaner spray is more than appropriate for cleaning contacts.

[@philippejulian76]

I'm a decent self taught mechanic, but a bit clueless about how to handle circuit boards and I thought maybe some sort of solvent had to be used for a more thorough cleaning job... Thanks for taking the time to respond anyways.

[@adamauto1]

I did think you may have been over cautious when asking that which is only a good thing so please forgive me for being slightly sarcastic. Best way to approach electronic repairs.

[@philippejulian76]

😂 all good!

[@adamauto1]

If you need to ask anything, just ask me, I'll always be happy to help, if you don't know, ask, number 1 rule taught in garages, you are clearly a decent mechanic in that case. Best way to learn, its how i did.

[@samlongman1831]

Super helpful. Thanks.

[@adamauto1]

Thanks for watching no problem.

[@solmansyed]

Hi. Thankss for this video. I have a ford focus 58 model tdi showing the same message . Where do i send the part to get fixed by you and how much woumd it cost. Thanks

[@adamauto1]

Thanks for watching! Received your email and responded.

[@ozzyasif2517]

Hi Do u do repaired for engine malfunction problem my focus. Rs keeps doing it

[@adamauto1]

Yes please email [e-mail] for Repair info.

[@j27bub]

Hi, Do you still offer this service please?

[@adamauto1]

Hi yes I do. [e-mail]

[@lukewatkins6544]

I have the same issue , could I send you Mt codes to check if it's the instrument cluster please thanks 🙏

[@adamauto1]

Thanks for watching yes no problem i need fault descriptions too though please.

[@lukewatkins6544]

Have you got a email address please

[@adamauto1]

If you can please let me know yours, i will send you an email.

[@Dan-q4e]

Hi I’m having a similar problem with my 2008 ford force where are you and how much for the job please ? I’m getting engine malfunction and reduced revs ?

[@adamauto1]

Hi please email [e-mail]

[@Bishoplabosa]

Hi hello aprox in the uk 🇬🇧 we’re are you and how much do you charge? For that job thank you I am in Birmingham and have same issue with Ford focus thank you

[@adamauto1]

Hi thanks for watching if you can email [e-mail] i can give you all the info.

[@paulwatson1951]

I really enjoyed your video explained everything clearly before I saw this when my car played up I was thinking oh s**t what now and how much

[@JamesRoberts5541]

Great video i have the same fault going to give re soldering a try at weekend

[@adamauto1]

Thanks for watching hope it goes smoothly.

[@danbailhache7391]

I've got the same fault on the same age 1.6 and I'm also going to have a go... How did you get on? Any advice for a total noob?

[@greenfingers-b7u]

hi my ford transit connect says the same thing but it say engine temp to hot and wont start engine malfunction i changed the alternator and the next day i broke down giving me this warning any ideas please? i have changed the temp sensor still nothing??

[@adamauto1]

Hi thanks for watching i think you're cluster may be faulty i would recommend getting it diagnosed by a professional or send it to us for repair.

[@def90neil]

Hi I’ve got a similar problem with my 10 plate Ford kuga fault code u1900 can communication bus receive error Had the cluster repaired but still showing the same error Check the BCM for water ingress but all clear Car starts and drives but doesn’t lock properly the led screen in the dash is always on too Any ideas where I should turn next

[@adamauto1]

Hi there thanks for watching. Thats an interesting one, was it repaired correctly by a proper company? Its hard to know without getting my hands on the car really. Could be bcm issue still.

[@rachelyoung834]

Can I ask which soldering wire you use?

[@adamauto1]

It's 3 percent silver I believe.

[@robertfritts2744]

Hi, I have a similar issue, what’s your location so I can come around for a fix

[@adamauto1]

Hi please email [e-mail] for Repair options thanks.

[@dunstableboy]

hi i have a similar sort of problem i have a 2008 focus 1.6 zetec which the engine manlfuntion light comes on only when i start driving. when i pull away the warning comes on now and then and the engine revs go up to around 1500 revs i then turn it off restart it and the warning goes out and the car drives fine i was told about this issue you have explained but a garage i used said the fault came up on there diagnostics that there was a fault with the ecu thought i,d share this with you incase someone has the same experience

[@adamauto1]

Thanks for watching. Yes naturally there are many things that can fail on a car, not all failures are the same.

[@carlcoulter3376]

I've got a 2006 s max and I'm having the same problem is thus common on fords?

[@adamauto1]

Hi thanks for watching, yes very common on almost all Ford models of that age.

[@carlcoulter3376]

awesome thanks for the reply

[@laynetravis]

If u go "messages" it will appear....i reset ut brake and gas but keeps do it and going in limp mode... what to do?

[@adamauto1]

Get a proper diagnosis, that's always best.

[@laynetravis]

@@adamauto1 hello!i did visit mechanic...he told me the diagnosis point turbo and some mechanism in it..not so expensive...he check it and all was just perfect..he cleaned the sensor (as i understand)and all good for a 1000kml... suddenly again "engine malfunction"..i switch on and off and all good....is very annoying and stressful... what to do if i go again big yrip to be sure? Thanks

[@ianjefferies6065]

Same problem how to get InTouch where are you based? Thanks ian

[@adamauto1]

Thanks for watching. Please email [e-mail] for info.

[@peterfoy4949]

Hello mate ive got a 2010 s-max the petrol gauge and temp gauge sometimes don't work car wont crank and the radio has gone off and the back driver's door doesn't lock all of a sudden do you think the cluster is at fault

[@adamauto1]

Hi thanks for watching, it could be but it would need to be diagnosed to know for sure. I can repair them for you by post if needed.

[@peterfoy4949]

@@adamauto1 that sounds good to me it's been stuck on my driveway for the last 3 months I've been checking the usual suspects ill have to try get it diagnosed properly thanks for the reply

[@shinraninja]

whats the liquid you use to clean the board

[@adamauto1]

Thanks for watching, it is high percentage isopropyl Alcohol. I think it's almost pure. 99.99%

[@ericthekingthekingtheking4842]

Hi do you offer a fix service? Ive got exact same issue can you give information 😊 Thanks

[@adamauto1]

Hi thanks for watching. Yes please email [e-mail] for info. Thanks.

[@palmersol]

Hi Adam, great informative video.. we have a 2010 focus and it is having the same issues.. would you consider soldering ours if i posted it to you?

[@adamauto1]

Thanks for watching yes no problem.

[@MikaelEriksson-v3y]

Hi is it possible to send the parts to you and you can fix it?

[@adamauto1]

Yes no problem please email [e-mail]

[@MrRHINO-DMZ]

Hello! Thank you for the video. I believe my 2010 mk2.5 Focus may have the same issue. My car states “engine malfunction” followed by “power steering”, “break light fault”, “acceleration reduced” and the revs on the car go up to 1500 and all dials drop to zero. Eventually it goes away and sometimes doesn’t happen at all, but the messages do not impact the car at all whilst driving.. it seems fine. Would be a shame to dump the car because of this fault 😢. Do you think this sounds similar to the problem in the video? Would love you to fix it for me 😊

[@adamauto1]

Hi thanks for watching. Yes no problem if you can please email [e-mail] for info. Thanks

[@jeffmee763]

Hi Ive got a focus mk2 2007 the battery goes flat in about two days all lights on dash board work ok know warning lights and codes any ideas out there thanks for any help.

[@adamauto1]

Hi thanks for watching is the alternator putting out correct voltage? 13.5 volts minimum under load if its ok. Might be bad battery too. Or just a drain somewhere.

[@philippejulian76]

Btw did the car shown in the video go into limp mode when the failure message came on? I mean can the dashboard PCB failure trigger limp mode?

[@adamauto1]

Yes they always do or fail to start worst case scenario.

[@philippejulian76]

👍

[@raghumareddy705]

In my car also same problem engine malfunction issue if you don't mind can you guide me any garage location please Close to luton

[@adamauto1]

Hi thanks for watching i can repair if you send the cluster to me.

[@pe9441]

Great video, been having the same sort of issues. Can i ask what would charge for re-soldering and where are you based please?

[@adamauto1]

Hi thanks for watching if you email [e-mail] with info i can offer repair.

[@ianchinn6586]

Hi, thank you for this. I have a 2010 Kuga with the same cluster. Stopped one day, lights all on, no response from start button. Had a friend collect it, changed battery and new earth straps. Starts and runs fine, but fuel gauge still tempremental, engine management light always on but no faults? Today plugged in, airfow meter needs replacing, reduced acceleration coming up. Phew! Do you think the reduced acceleration light is down to the airflow meter? Car runs fine? And all the other stuff, cluster resolder? Bit long winded sorry. Wgere are you based and what is cost of the resolder if delivered to you? Thanks, ian

[@adamauto1]

Hi thanks for watching, naturally its hard to say but it could well be yes, if you can please email [e-mail] with info to arrange cluster repair for you. Thanks.

[@caveira8703]

Exactly the same problem that this Ford Focus model had here in Brazil. The same thing happened with mine.

[@adamauto1]

I hope you got it sorted. I hope to come to Brazil soon! Beautiful country!

[@adamauto1]

I hope you got it sorted. I hope to come to Brazil soon! Beautiful country!

[@thomasthomason171]

Hi mine engine malfunction come on then go into limp mode how much roughly it cost to get done

[@adamauto1]

Hi thanks for watching please email [e-mail] for repair info. Thanks

[@thomasthomason171]

@@adamauto1 where are you located

[@GucciSweatsuit]

Great video.. I have the same problem and tried it, but I didn’t use a scanner to reset the codes. However, my gas pedal doesn’t seem to work now and the screen still says ‘Engine malfunction’. Do you think this is happening because I didn’t reset codes?

[@adamauto1]

Hi thanks for watching. Potentially yes clearing code could help. I hope you get it sorted.

[@wuddadid]

Any update on this?

[@Dom74-y9z]

@@adamauto1 Where abouts are you based

[@philippejulian76]

Great video! I'm having the "engine failure" message occasionally on a diesel version, the message triggers the car going into limp mode, turning off/turning on engine (while driving!) usually fixes the issue but I'm afraid that won't work for ever, do you think that repair would do the trick? I must say the car works perfectly beside these very occasional mishaps... Thanks again for sharing

[@adamauto1]

Hi thanks for watching. Yes, almost definitely.

[@b.r.h.1]

Same here! U turn off/on engine while driving?? 😅

[@a.skatuga2956]

Hi Adam, I have got similar problems on my Ford Focus. Getting same message on my dash, problem started with the radio as it wasn’t turning on for no reason then once i got it removed this message started to show up on my dash. Sometimes car won’t start until i slap on top of the dash that would start. Where are you based mate? And how much it would cost to fix?

[@AntonioCn-e5r]

I got the same issue. Was about to ask the same..

[@adamauto1]

Hi thanks for watching. Please email [e-mail]

[@Karley-m5m]

Hi, Adam. How do I get hold of you for prices? Many thanks

[@adamauto1]

Please email [e-mail] for info. Thanks

[@Karley-m5m]

@@adamauto1 hi, I’ve sent you an email.

[@peterkite7663]

TOP MAN WELL DONE .

[@adamauto1]

Thank you much appreciated!

[@ozzyasif2517]

Can you repaired mine ? What will it cost

[@adamauto1]

Yes no problem please email [e-mail] for Repair info. Thanks

[@TheeScunner]

Hi Adam am from Scotland, I have removed the instrument cluster from my 2010 kuga, how much do you do the soldering repair for? cheers Ian

[@adamauto1]

Please email [e-mail] for info. Thanks

[@tommypearson9906]

Ho much to fix please mite be my problem

[@adamauto1]

Please email [e-mail] for info. Thanks

[@wanderwithtom]

Hello im having the same cluster issue im in coventry can u suggest a place to replair this

[@adamauto1]

Hi thanks for watching, yes i can repair if you email info to [e-mail].

[@anthonyoconnell9389]

Hi nice job where are you based?

[@adamauto1]

Hi thanks for watching please email [e-mail] if you need any repairs or info. Many thanks.

[@Mr_Adani]

I got my car ford c max same problem.. 😢😢 Can you fix it.

[@adamauto1]

Hi thanks for watching yes no problem are you in the United Kingdom?

[@Mr_Adani]

Yes I'm in London.. North West

[@adamauto1]

@mradani9793 please email [e-mail] with contact details and i will give you a call.

[@Mr_Adani]

Done

[@shinraninja]

what sort of solder is that

[@adamauto1]

Its high percentage silver solder, with pure silver in it.

[@walissoncabral4363]

I need help with my carr

[@adamauto1]

Please email [e-mail] for info. Thanks

[@gerardoneill1568]

The speedometer needle was stuck at 30mph😮

[@adamauto1]

Yes well spotted! I had to remove them again and re solder to fix issue.

[@shinraninja]

@@adamauto1 you had to resolder it all over again to stop that?

[@adamauto1]

@shinraninja it would have been one single pin but if i missed 1 then i redo all to be safe. It never happened before this was the first time i had this issue.

[@diinineninakwahonga9035]

Please share Renault H4BA workshop manual

[@adamauto1]

Hi I don't have that unfortunately. Thanks for watching.

[@diinineninakwahonga9035]

@@adamauto1 please share the link on auto data mate, I'll highly appreciate

[@terencegarsidr7096]

Hello Adam do you have an email or what's app I can contact you on I have a similar problem with an st ?

[@adamauto1]

Please email [e-mail] for info. Thanks

[@robertottewell3624]

rac said cluster sent but has not worked after repair just spent alot money what a waste

[@adamauto1]

Sorry to hear that a proper diagnosis is always recommended! RAC aren't good at that generally.

[@ItsMe-ki9uj]

Hi mate how can I find you need to get my cluster fixed? Facebook instagram phone number??

[@adamauto1]

Hi please email [e-mail] for info. Thanks for watching.