How To FIX Coolant Leak in FORD FOCUS - SAVE MONEY Do It Yourself - Part 1 of 2

Critical you check your own vehicle - just follow the above VT
If you break down on the side of the road - it can cost you money both in time, repair bills and parts.
Part 2
• How To FIX Coolant lea...
This simple check and easy replacement is a job that really anyone can do.
ensure the engine coolant is COLD before any work on the coolant system on any vehicle is carried out.
Car worked on is a FORD - 43K miles - purchased brand new & dealer serviced - but they never spotted this.
If this was left would end up with zero coolant & a seized engine !
If you have any doubts about doing it yourself ask a someone who knows about cars.
The whole point to this VT - to to make you aware that Plastic parts in an engine bay - will not last !
We hope this helps someone out there too - it made us aware of this problem that can occur even to a vehicle that's 2 or 3 years old.
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[@karlmelhuishkm]

Thank you very much mate... I had already booked my vehicle in for an inspection after the coolant running out... I did refill it but after a 7 mile drive it was empty again... I traced all the pipes and even on the resivior itself along with the cap but I couldn't find any signs of a leak... after watching this video I took the expansion tank off and to my surprise there was a very small crack! No more than 1cm long... I bought a new tank for £22 from ford and fitted it in under 10 minutes thanks to your tutorial... in total I saved £150 for the inspection + labour... legend

[@philtucker1224]

Thank you. We’ve just had a record heat wave over here in the U.K. and I’ve experienced heavy coolant loss although after lots of checking I haven’t yet spotted any faults. Just filled back up with coolant (2 litres!) and praying for the best outcome. Thank you for this very helpful video! 👍

[@yootubeisok]

Thanks so much for this video. I had exactly the same fault (loss of coolant) with exactly the same crack in the same place on the underside of the bottle (test by putting a cloth under the bottle and it got wet overnight). Unfortunately I also had a leaking coolant bottle overflow hose which was very annoying. Poor quality parts from Ford - no doubt they saved 10 cents in the car manufacture but left a legacy of short life parts on the car. Brilliant video!

[@idpfilm]

You're welcome! John You are like us we cant believe how parts from Ford are manufactured - take the coolant bottle purchased from Ford direct at only £12, basically says it all. One of our FFRR Range Rover Coolant bottles cost £186, think that says it all. But good to hear you have your problem sorted. best wishes Fella

[@racheltwitchell9169]

Thanks! Car shop couldn't get my car in for 3 weeks to replace this. Was gonna have to drive my truck which costs $120 a week to drive to work alone! One trip to the dealership and 30 minutes later fixed it myself!!! 😘

[@alanjm1234]

It's nice to know at least one genuine Ford part is reasonably priced.

[@troystone425]

Quite a good video. It's very explainatory with great tips. Well done!

[@labanjohnson]

my gf's car was in an accident and has a leak somewhere near the bottle or hose clamp, i didn't realize it could be the bottle itself. Will definitely have to check that!

[@stewright539]

Tip.A little bit of lubricant on the prongs such as engine oil or even cooking oil, helps the tank to fit on easier.

[@cengiz6170]

Merhaba, çok faydalı paylaşım için teşekkür ederim dostum. Aynı sorunu yaşıyorum. Ben hortum kelepçesinden şüphelenmiştim lakin plastik genleşme kabı altındaki çarlaklardan sızıntı yaptığı tesbitin için çok teşekkür ediyorum. İşlerinde başarılar diliyorum.👍👍👍 Saygılarımla.

[@cole1380]

Thanks man!

[@heathergiggey3445]

Ford charged me 600.00 for a water pump and I told them it was this they want me to bring it back and charge me more money ! I said no I paid you to fix it right the 1st time

[@mikereynolds1981]

Hello, thank you so much I was wondering how to do this and came a longer video can you post a link for that part please?

[@richardruybaliii5320]

Thank you for this, helped with my newer 2015 focus. had same problem had almost no fluid left next morning on the driveway found all my fluid on it.

[@josec4916]

Its a very common problem on ford focus 🧘 😅 i have this problem currently

[@kkleann168]

Make sure you do the thermostat housing & water pump that’s why mine was leaking it wasn’t even the resivour

[@s28177]

@@kkleann168 I changed reservour but its still leaking, thanks for your comment, will try those next

[@lind4chul4]

Thank you for your video!! And showing some of the challenges you might come across.. I was able to change mine in less than 20 mins. Saved myself about $600 bucks the mechanic wanted to charge me to replace it.

[@idpfilm]

Glad I could help! - look after your car Linda - best wishes from all the team at IDP FILM

[@henrymcdonald6173]

So they did want 600 bucks @linda

[@mejhon6592]

Also because you are a female

[@pauledwards7553]

Great video. You need to replace the degas pipes with the mk3.5 version otherwise the expansion tank leak will be the least of your worries. Anyone who has that T piece should change the pipes to remove it.

[@rimad6882]

It seems as the plastic hits the metal part on the right and beneath. Probably due to vibrations. Maybe to put some sponge in the place to protect the plastic?

[@dbsimms63]

was the expansion tank still holding pressure when you removed the cap?

[@frankmontez6853]

Yeah have small slow leak which i think I've found where . A lil wet spot at that thin line coming from reservoir tank . Mine is different that it doesn't have the thicker second line like yours . Just thin one . It has hole but has a plug no line .. 2016 Focus SE . Yeah American 2.0L . So replace what exactly ? Both tank and line ? And just below looks like water stained on motor mount .

[@brianredmond4919]

Whats the two hoses on the top for ?.

[@1001Hobbies]

My 2012 Focus (USA) has a leak in the original coolant reservoir. It made it almost 12 years before it started leaking. We get tempertures down to -40 F here in NE Ohio, and as high as 100 F. I would be surprised if yours lasted less. I don't know why that would be. Mine cracked in the exact same spot.

[@trevorbarber7172]

hello their without your input(video)us car dopey people wouldnt have a clue thank you very much,oh also from where did you buy the bottle from PLEASE....

[@olivers4564]

Hi I’ve got the same problem. Did you buy it directly from fords?

[@neilospencer]

The two plastic clips on the top pipes snap very easily! Made a easy job into a difficult one! 😂

[@henrymcdonald6173]

Naw he never @neilospencer

[@kckrol85]

Hey I had a clip break off can you buy just the clip or do you have to buy the entire hose?

[@kkiwi54]

I thought the 1.5 ecoboost lost coolant mainly due to the faulty block/gasket design, I didn't know about the reservoir issue

[@AgustinaQuinteroFelix]

Does it leak antifreeze even when you had the engine off? Or not? Im trying to figure it out. Since im having a leak but only when it comes to warm my truck happens. And when i drive it. I being changing hoses but the problem still there.

[@troystone425]

From Pace Florida U.S.A.

[@bravo2287]

I had to replace a motor mount due to rot because my coolant bottle leaked.

[@mrvictorlove]

2:16 thank you

[@matthewedwards6128]

My coolant to turbo pipe is capped?

[@10MBorLess]

Same crack on the tank

[@dcpkumar]

Hi, thanks for the video. I have a question is this normal for coolant coming back from the top right pipe in the coolent box. I am from India and using ecosport 2015 automatic patrol.

[@ZZZ-js5oi]

Yes. That's the coolant that has just returned from the cycle. If it wasn't coming in from that pipe, you would be in a world of mess. 👍

[@kaewstar]

Hi. There's a little hole underneath the bottle and I found it the coolant was leaking there. We can see the same hole 4:26. Isn't supposed to be closed?

[@MechanicBundy]

???

[@chrisdonn4794]

Hi mate, did you drain your coolant system before replacing the reservoir bottle or just empty the coolant in the old reservoir bottle? Thanks

[@idpfilm]

Totally drained the cooling system completely - then filled with 100% pre mixed coolant. We used but I forgot to film - we sued a Snap-On cooling system refill unit see film: kzbin.info/www/bejne/h3XReZ5mrLx7m6M

[@Devastatorek]

Hello Sir. I have problem with it aswell... all coolant gone, engine stopped, pipe was broken... now is the question, computer turn off the engine when coolant was gone and was not running smooth.... I am afraid that is engine broken or maybe when I gonna replace tank and pipe everything gonna run like normal...? What You think sir? Greetings.

[@cadewhigham6095]

take it too a mechanic’s and get an expert opinion 👍🏼

[@steadyeddy96]

Going to give this a crack myself, the tank has been leaking loads, I bought the car 2nd hand at 92k miles so I bet there is the problem of the tank being cracked. I just saw part two of your video and am wondering if I may have the same problem with the heaters as well. Quick question - why didn't you just use your old cap why did you buy a new one? Will let you know how I get on.

[@idpfilm]

Hi Fella - Please to hear you might have a go yourself - on a scale of 1 to 10 it comes in at 2 Remember to purge all air from system after you change the bottle over - you will tell if you get someone to hold the revs at 2,000 RPM for 21 minutes when shes warm and watch for the return feed back into the top of the coolant bottle for a steady stream of used coolant. Also remember when she's stone cold the coolant level must be at the max mark. - ALL cars when they at AT RUNNING Normal temperature will show a coolant level of approx 8 to 10mm above max mark, this is normal. They should never be at the min mark when cold. You ask why put a new Coolant top on - simple, New Bottle New Cap ! - that way the whole system you have just put in will last another 5 years + ( No point in doing half a job - when summer comes the cap failed becouse it was old. When you take out the old bottle - look at the hair line cracks around base and sides - Plastic Bottles hate the heat ( RED HOT then STONE COLD - Over and Over again ) Good luck we wish you sucesss .

[@mikereynolds1981]

Did this and that holes in the front to my left watching this is leaking. Would you happen to know what's going on with that? It's dripping alot

[@mikereynolds1981]

When it's running

[@mahindarochester5026]

Hi great video. What sillicone did u use please?

[@idpfilm]

None - you must use a brand new O/E Ford Coolant bottle - do not attempt to repair a leaking bottle

[@idpfilm]

Sorry missed this one - we used AutoGlym Silicone Spray - or basically any good Silicone Spray ( not WD40 ) - Silicone Spray is the best for all types of rubber

[@dragonjohn34]

I think this has hapened to my reourvoir going to have a look tomorrow

[@idpfilm]

At least you have caught it in time - if you can flush out all the old coolent while you are doing it - flush out with cold water - loads of water to ensure all the old coolent is gone ( old coolent can go corrosive to plastic pipes and cyclender head gaskets - eats into them ! Good quality coolent is recommeded - when filling up ensure heater matrix is on HIGH with fan turned up and run the engine until all air is purged from system - use the bleed valves located on the highest points of the engine block. GOOD LUCK we wish you well

[@lize-hx1uv]

Where is the radiator where you pour water in or is it just the reservoir

[@idpfilm]

Just fil the Reservoiur up and KEP the Heater Maxtrix ON FULL HEAT when engine running - ensure you see HOT Coolent filling the plastic bottle and put hand onto this pipe to feel its hot water from the engine. You will see the small hose at the hot - this is the return from the engine block - the engine must reach operating temp in order to open the thermostat. Note the next day when the engines stone cold CHECK the fluid level - it must be at the MAX mark when stone cold just ceck you have no air pockets when initllay running the engine up

[@RomaJerangku-tq4pf]

what if it's not a tank problem, but the coolant still decreases, what should I pay attention to?

[@s28177]

did you solve it?

[@scottdpstrachan]

Hi mate, what is the part number of the bottle? Thanks

[@idpfilm]

1 717 053 - 44B46E01 - GB43167A Tank Assy - Rad'at.Ov Genuine Ford - supplier DG0723

[@davidhector734]

@@idpfilm What site did you buy the bottle from and did the cap come with the bottle? If not whats the part number for the bottle. Many thanks for the video very helpful

[@juz882010]

anyone know why the hell the car has a rubber hose carrying coolant that runs to the back of that car??????????? why is it leaking exact same model ford

[@FurryWrecker911]

"Brand new from Ford, 12 quid." Man, I wish. Here in the US it's 54 quid, converted.

[@cristina4436]

How much did you pay for that coolant bottle?? I did not understand what you said the price you paid...

[@philtucker1224]

£12 U.K.

[@georgianatofan3087]

please give me an advice i have focus ecoboost 2012 1.0 petrol when i start the engine is all good but since is getting hot i hear a helicopter sound inside the car and this only when im not accelerating and is very loud ..

[@idpfilm]

We assume this is in hot weather - it will be the electronic engine fan which will start up in hot weather / heavy traffic when stationery. We hope you have checked your collent bottle ( When its COLD & on FLAT ground ) - its must be between the Max & Lower markings on the bottle. Your radiator fan will kick in at about 200 degrees Fahrenheit. If you notice your vehicle is overheating or at the very least running hotter than it normally does, listen for the fan to see if you can hear it. Symptoms of a Bad Engine Radiator Fan are: No Whirring Noise from the Engine Bay. The radiator fan makes a noticeable sound when it operates. Rising Temperature Gauge. When the radiator fan stops working, the coolant does not cool down. Coolant Evaporates. The Radiator Fan Relay. The Radiator Fan Motor. The Radiator Fan Resistor. Symptoms of a faulty cooling fan switch? Several symptoms may point to a bad or failing thermo coolant fan switch. Engine overheating. Engines generate an enormous amount of heat and as a result are subjected to very large temperature swings if this switch does not operate effectively. Check Engine Light comes on. Broken or shorter signal wire. .

[@headhilly]

@@idpfilm this issue doesn't even concern me but i have to point out how nice it is from you to reply with such a detailed answer. what a nice guy.

[@happyslapper07]

90 degrees you have a problem if it is should be 60-70 degrees

[@davidhector734]

What site did you buy the bottle from and did the cap come with the bottle? If not whats the part number for the bottle. Many thanks for the video very helpful

[@idpfilm]

Hi David The labels are on the bottle both ( Direct from FORD UK ) - we purchased the bottle from the FORD dealership in Hereford - £12 came with a new cap The dealership number if it helps is: Phone: [phone] - Hartwell Hereford Ford Give them a call direct and they will give you the part number if in doubt Hope that helps you David

[@davidhector734]

Brilliant thanks. Do I need to drain the whole system via the tap at the bottom of the radiator?

[@SonofChurchill]

12 quid that's a surprise

[@alzhs3490]

Do you have to replace the capas well ?

[@idpfilm]

YES make sure you do

[@LeftEyeless]

I wish mine was this simple but no the water outlet broke and leaked all the coolant out the drivers side of the engine, not the tank. Ford wants $1400 to fix.

[@Mark-ij2nh]

My bottle is original bottle and its 13 year old car

[@philtucker1224]

I would change it asap before it fails!

[@lyaelidebe5154]

Mechanics are such a rip offs. Great video

[@marklenington3649]

good its not made in china

[@GeoHoleNoNe]

It’s a bitch to take the plastic tank out…. But it eventually comes out! Thx for the video

[@idpfilm]

its our pleasure if it helped you - at least you have checked it and sorted it out before it totally fails