I Will Buy Your Ford Focus/Fiesta “AS IS” Transmission Problems…. Solved

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[@jasondelaney6274]

Very good video. No BS. No loud music just what we need to know. Well done. Good information

[@preedatan1809]

It is wonderful to have someone like you sharing the knowledge to everybody ! Thanks

[@Tbone3471]

I really appreciate you posting this. I was just quoted 3500 to repair the clutch and actuator by the dealership . Of course the clutch warranty expired because Ford hates their customers. I’ve never done work on a car but this doesn’t sound or look THAT intimidating. I might give this a go and save myself 3 grand

[@Lenae23]

I have the same issue with my 2013 ford focus. I literally have $890 left to pay it off and cant even drive it. My dealership wanted over $2900 for the clutch and actuators.

[@Ryan96se]

I can appreciate that you enjoy these cars inside and out. There's a lot to be said for being efficient with knowing and quickly resolving their issues. Still, these have a bad reputation. I have a 2013 Focus ST. I am glad I got the ST. So far, no issues and I am currently at 100K but I have noticed that the Focus cars are quickly leaving the roads. Not as many around.

[@deanaordaz472]

Bought my daughter her first car 2012 ford focus! And it’s the exact one she wanted and was super excited. I’ve watched your videos and they have given me hope that we can save this car for her. She was devastated when her car started doing this.

[@michaelrichardson6599]

After seeing this it gives me hope with this car i really want to keep it

[@josephtiger-]

Some are fixed simply by letting it shift at high RPMs

[@autobotavengerfireballxl5339]

​@@josephtiger- I've also heard this I've been told to drive it hard

[@rustinpierce7269]

Just bought a 2016 Ford Focus only put a 100 miles on it and needed a whole new power train covered by warranty so I wasn't stressed. So I put another 1500 miles on it and it's jerking until you hit 15 mph then it Drives smooth , but I found that very odd it would go out that fast and I look online and found out that the clutch has a recall on it. I was so devastated to find out that Ford never updated the issue so the Clutch will still go out no matter how many times you change it. And Ford says that the clutch isn't under warranty. I'm just going to fix the clutch and pay the car off and trade it in for a Toyota or Honda most likely.But I give you props for figuring out how to fix this because it amazes me that Ford engineers never found a solution knowing right away the transmission was crap and this went on for six years. I wish Ford could pay you a couple million Dollars for your secret on how to fix the clutch and transmission so other mechanic nationwide can fix these lemons and save people a good chunk of cash.

[@keithfaccone8124]

Thanks for a very information filled video. I have a 2012 Ford focus with about 200,000 miles on it. Most of its highway as I travel 6 1/2 hours round-trip total of 13 hours every weekend plus during the week I use it. I change the transmission oil once every year. I’ve cleaned the ground and keep an eye on the battery to make sure it’s changed every four years. But I will tell you I found one thing about this car I had a lot of issues with the jerking and of course as every manual transmission the shift change is an always perfect but it does run pretty good. If multiple people use the car it does have more issues than if a single person uses it. Cause the computer is taking consideration your drive habits and everybody drives differently and there was three of us driving this car and there’s a lot of jerk and issues I eventually disconnected the battery reset everything and only I drive the car now it drives considerably better. So basically I’m saying just one person should drive it so the computer knows exactly when to make the shifts.

[@muscleman0009]

For those having issues, I would check your sensor that tells it when to shift. My 2014 Ford Focus had an issue at around 50k-60k miles. I got in the car and it wouldn’t move into gears and the check engine light went on. The ford dealership looked into it and saw the sensor to tell it when to shift was bad. They replaced it and it was good again. I’m at 113k miles and still going. Hopefully nothing else happens but that’s where I’m starting at if this happens again to me.

[@chrisclermont456]

What sensors did you change and how much were they?

[@muscleman0009]

@@chrisclermont456 not sure what it’s called nor how much it runs. My car was still under warranty so it was fixed for free by the dealership. They said it was the sensor that tells it when to shift. I have a 2014 ford focus. Wish I knew more specifics but that’s all I remember. Hope that helps

[@roadsideguy5902]

@@chrisclermont456 tcm

[@whill7828]

@@muscleman0009 Probably the TCM. If you have the paperwork from the dealer, it says exactly what they did, including DTC's.

[@visionxx5724]

Happened to mine too but luckily for me it’s a recall on it so it’s getting replaced soon.. as well as other things on the car smh good thing I have a ram truck as a primary source of transportation

[@jaredlopez2739]

Really great information, now I just need to be a bearing. You have just saved me a lot. Thankyou very much

[@vengefulkitsune3307]

Thank you for your videos. They help my understand my car and know what's going on . I wish to keep it forever. As long as there is info out there I can self repair.

[@vengefulkitsune3307]

It's my first car.

[@leesteam]

First off, you are a badass for learning this stuff and then taking the time to share it with everyone! I also want to thank you for taking even more time and answering questions and in such a short time. I have shared your channel with 3 people already, subscribed and hit the bell. On to my questions, do you have to have the odb scanner that you use to be able to 'relearn' or 'program' the transmission? Is there another way to do that? Have you heard anything about the class action suit that ford settled on where they are buying the focus back if it had transmission problems?

[@L8R-HP]

You don’t have to do a relearn with a tool, if everything is working right, it will learn on its own after normal driving. There is a recall on these, but parts are on back order and people are waiting for years to get the recall done.

[@leesteam]

@@L8R-HP Thank you! Another question if i could. Could you go over your trouble shooting steps? From your videos I gather you try the Ground connection first, then the actuator test/fixes, then TCM replacement (Any way to test that before buying one), then drop tranny, look at bearing, clutch, forks and clean everything out well. Anything I am missing?

[@Onry1]

The ones that are doing the complaining are the ones that are charging us $2500 - $5000 to fix it. When all their doing is the same thing your doing...

[@nothanks1627]

I finally gave in and bought a 14 titanium focus for daughter. These are great cars if ur willing to maintain and stay on top of these dual clutch transmissions.

[@L8R-HP]

Titanium is nice 🤩

[@plextors-playthroughs]

I have a 2014 SE and they ARE in fact great cars just engineered wrong. I've had my car since 2015. She has been very good to me. I'm now getting the Code P090C "Clutch B Actuator Control Circuit Low" Anyone know how this is fixed?

[@josephtiger-]

U changed transmission fluid with what the Manuel calls for?

[@MBB563]

i have a FF 2016 310,000 miles and I just changed the clutch for the first time. I heard a little rattling coming from the trans, took it to the mechanic, and he replaced the clutch for 800.00 including parts and labor. I love my FF, great engine. Sure just starting to change a lot now....belts, alternator etc etc. Parts are so cheap and easy to find.

[@L8R-HP]

Nice! They are great cars!

[@linternasmx]

310,000 miles? WTF! Great!

[@autobotavengerfireballxl5339]

the automatic transmissions are shit

[@chatsworth8768]

Mines in shop now 55000 miles.

[@TOY35MPG]

I have heard that when a dealer does a recall, they only perform the recall. No cleaning, replacing anything extra or the sort. Another reason to take it to your personal trusted mechanic or diy. Dealer only “requires” extra parts and work be done when we’re paying for it.

[@alanjm1234]

Basically, Ford dealers are crooks. Anytime someone brings in a powershift with problems they quote thousands. Quite often the problem can be fixed in a few minutes with zero parts! (Ground clean) Or a couple of hundred bucks (new actuators). They're crooks, and dumb crooks, because a LOT of people, having had these problems and the high price repairs will simply never buy a Ford again.

[@preedatan1809]

You are great for somebody who’s doing as a hobby !

[@leoesposito8762]

great content im starting to get a understanding of these cars now, because they get such a bad reputation and so your videos a very helpful...here in Australia Ford in 2016 updated the Focus and as part of the up date they changed the transmission to a conventional transmission.. keep up the good content...thank you..

[@striker3]

Correct on the driving methodology! Ergo if one doesn’t beat the car and let the car drive ( not punch it like a dragster) the trany works fine. I’ve randomly asked people (Focus owners) about their experience and most haven’t had any issues . I asked if they previously ever drove a Manuel transmission and those that did said ,sure they can feel the shift occur , don’t push it and let the car do its thing , those that never drove a Manuel (stick shift) where the ones ( for the most part) that experienced the jitter thing you mentioned. So sure there is a human learning curve as to how to drive the dual clutch . As a side note some BMW s with the dual clutch setup albeit a bit different experienced the same shutter deal only they paid a neck of a lot more for the car , is what it is I guess.

[@cleaninguphistorywithmanda8084]

It's really nice of you to share your knowledge with others! I tried the grounds on my 2012 fiesta model with no luck. Reverse went out yesterday and it's now not wanting to start unless I put in Neutral first. It seems like an electronic issue to me but I'm no mechanic. I'm having someone check the codes for me tomorrow. I really love this car and hope it's an easy fix. I just can't justify a huge repair cost on this car I already put $600 in front end repairs. Hopefully it's an inexpensive repair.

[@takinglifebythelens]

Sounds like the Trans Control Module--Hope you got it figured out. I believe Ford extended the warranty on that to 150K miles, so hope Ford had to pay for you!

[@gw5818]

Great job. You might look into some dry lubricant. I use graphite, on occasion. Can't see it causing problems but you could look into it. Clutch dust will not stick to graphite.

[@CoolinWithSosa]

Just Got the invoice for whole entire replacement, 3k for everything(All) in the Bell Housing, He told me its the Forks A&B inside of the Housing,(From Experience)He's a transmission specialist of 20+years, The #1 atleast in my County, Blessing 🙌

[@L8R-HP]

Yea it’s not cheap

[@lanemorrow7417]

My 2012 lasted 25k miles and it all went south. Ford did about 4 clutch packs and then an entire transmission that arrived on a pallet. The car was never right after 25k. It was fine until that point. Ford engineering advised management not to sell these things, they knew it was a bad design but management overruled that advise and sold them anyway. To tell a person that you cannot put your foot to the floor with 160HP on tap, then the trans isn't ready for prime time. I traded the car back to them and lost my shirt on it

[@bigron26048]

Enjoyed this video, cause I have a 2015 ford fiesta with transmission issues.😊

[@latresamarie4441]

Thank you I found your video very helpful I do have a 2015 Ford focus with transmission problems i really like my car but cant afford to put anymore money sale.

[@Grace17893]

God bless you man great work

[@reedjacksonmaccom]

damn. genius, my man. Thanks for sharing this.

[@duc626]

I just bought a 2017, for a commuter, with a 126k miles. It was a company commuter vehicle and appears to have had an easy life. Highway miles, easy driving. Car feels great right now. I’m mechanical and have plenty of tools and will buy what I don’t have, if needed. I plan on having this car for quite awhile. Would you recommend cleaning the forks, for a preventative measure? I figured I’d check the grounds too and clean them up if needed. Thank you for the videos. Your videos are what help me make the decision to get this car.

[@L8R-HP]

If there are no issues I wouldn’t worry about it. Just drive it

[@Locutus_lives]

Excellent video. I have never seen that happen to a transmission.

[@TeslaBoy123]

Nice, thanks for sharing this bcz a lot of us consumers have the same transmisión issues due to bad guality parts mean a totally rip-off

[@SaintCrownMusic]

Thank you for thr videos man. The bank still owns my 15 Focus, but I just got it back from the dealer today $250 later with a diagnosis of a destroyed transmission module and a part estimate of eight grand (After a warrantied shift actuator and 6 months of waiting for a TCM) Ford corporate won't touch it, the dealership won't touch it, but my insurance and loan company sure will. I am currently looking for a lightly used manual transmission and all of the media about it that I can find. I am also looking for any insight anyone can share, as I am descending deeper into a financial and overall waking nightmare. Thank you for your time and your thoughts.

[@EddieLeal]

First and foremost I want to commend you on your channel. I really appreciate the time/effort you have dedicated to provide us with much needed content to help us laymen people who may not be mechanic savvy. At least not on this particular issue. That said, I'm afraid I dont share your opinion on these transmissions. I own a 2014 For Focus SE and it has failed me a few times. You state that you should only have to "clean/lube" but you shouldn't have to go through all of that effort, or cost. These problems have not been a few here and there. Ford was facing a class action lawsuit over this transmission due to the shear amount of people who were having transmission problems. For a trained mechanic its a no brainer. But for your typical driver it may as well be rocket science. Ford knew these transmission were poorly designed but was competing with other makers for a fuel economy vehicle and pushed it out anyway. Who has the money to have their transmission to be serviced like this? A good shop/mechanic charges over $100/hr for labor alone. Ford has done a great disservice to its customers. And continues to do so today with recalls on several of its new model vehicles. Not sure what they have been doing that the quality of their vehicles has gone down. But it needs to change before they end up losing people to other auto makers. People invest their hard earned money in Ford only to be pushed aside when their vehicle keeps breaking down. Dealerships and manufacturers need to get their act together and help these people when the time comes.

[@takinglifebythelens]

Amen Eddie! I'm dealing w/one now. Ford built it so that servicing requires special tools. In my area NO mechanic/Trans shop will work on it--Everyone directs me to the dealership. Very frustrating! They designed the crap and insult to injury is paying dealership costs to fix THEIR problem!!!

[@dirtrider5001]

hey man i love your videos, unfortunatly im freaking out cuz im trying to get my trans in after doing a rebuild and my aftermarket trans doesnt have that triangle alignment mark, theres a paint mark but i dont think that even lines up right with the flywheel.... is that triangle mark really that big of a deal im really pissed

[@L8R-HP]

It will be fine. I’ve put it in 👍

[@dirtrider5001]

@@L8R-HP thanks so much bro i feel better now, what i meant to say was there was no mark on my aftermarket clutch, but looks like u understood me right, i just looked at some pics of the flywheel (since i basicly said fk it and bolted up the trans already) and i think ur right, nothin at all to worry about.

[@angiliquedavison]

I had my car in at Ford, they replaced the TCM, car ran good for 2 days then started to shutter when accelerating from a stop, called Ford and was told when they had the transmission apart the forks were worn, but nobody bothered to call if I wanted them replaced while they had the transmission apart, which would have saved alot of labor money because the TCM was under warranty. I was told by the Ford service department after 2 warranted clutch replacements that the car needed to be driven aggressively.

[@L8R-HP]

Forks are the problem. When they stick they burn the clutch

[@markshuttleworth6445]

Where are you located i could definitely use some help with my focus

[@joejoebus8814]

Awesome video. We got my son a 2015 Focus about 5 years ago at a GSA auction. I really like these cars. These cars come out of the factory with 55s wide tires that is awesome. It really drives great. I will need to check for that sticker on the transmission to see if it was in the shop before. The government owns tons of these cars and sometimes you can get a really good deal on one as I did. Thanks for the video. Is their a way to clean the dust out without removing the transmission. ThX.👉👍👈👏

[@daviancoffman4767]

So I have a 2015 ford focus. Se manual transmission. I found your video. Because I am wanting to get and my clutch fixed. I took it to a back yard mechanic. Who was alright. But something is now wrong with it. But clutch is definitely going out on it to.

[@L8R-HP]

Manual transmission is different

[@LastTrump7]

@@L8R-HPI have a 2011 Ford Fiesta Orchard Green beautiful car. The fax shows it had PCM reprogrammed, Computer programmed, TCM reprogrammed, clutch replaced,…not sure what all that means but that was done at the Ford place by first owner at 75,000 miles. I brought it a few months ago with 110,000 miles. It runs and shifts great. There is a slight vibration ( felt with hand on the steering wheel or engine) I feel setting at a idle of 900 rpm’s but doesn’t do it when the rpm’s are up or driving it at least I can feel. I replaced the spark plugs, air filter…just upped the gas mileage from 31-35 average driving. The slight vibration still there. Any ideas?

[@timesalmstup]

What state are you in?​@@L8R-HP

[@leonb2637]

I wish I knew about you about a year ago as my 2014 Focus with the DCT (bought used in 2016 with 19K mile) needed the module and wouldn't be available for many months. Had to trade-in as couldn't rely on the transmission. Sadly that was the only significant issue I had with the car.

[@chiefthompson2702]

What part of NC? I'm originally a NC boy and live in Tennessee now and I just bought a 2013 with 63,000 and is mint in the inside and pretty blue and I will take my 7g back and the car drives really good but stuff I have read is starting to make me think because I'm not rich to fix anything major and I didn't know a focus had a dct anyway great video 💯✊🏽

[@L8R-HP]

Arden NC

[@exPHIL]

Wooow, I have had a 2015 ford focus se sitting in my garage with transmission problems. Do you have any videos on how to take out the transmission? I didn't think I'd be able to do it but this makes it look like I definitely can if I take my time. Thank you for the great video!!!

[@jaredlopez2739]

Hello again, quick question, for the transmission with the broken bearing, What bearing was it?

[@L8R-HP]

Throw out bearings

[@goldingone2797]

I’m in Atlanta good car the check Engine lights come on then go off then car jump from first to ruming out high have new T c m and actuators for a and b love your video good view and point I was just going to buy new clutch set for my s.e model I just don’t know if I’m going to keep it but that is one of the last step I have to do clutch, System thk you so much $$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$🎉

[@brandenhess6116]

Love your videos. I have a 2016 with 104K miles on it that I am trying to figure out right now. Dealer wants to throw a new clutch in it for $3,800 but, when they hooked it up to the computer it showed no codes. If it was the TCM or actuators A or B one would think there would be a code. Do you think its just dirty? The issue I am having it shutter between 1st and 2nd gear. I know this is an older video but figured it wouldn't hurt to ask. Thank you in advance.

[@L8R-HP]

Your forks are sticking and need to be cleaned up or replaced

[@pirapita1985]

excellent video, which grease do you use for the bearings? ford uses some solid blue grease

[@L8R-HP]

I just use brake bad grease. Works great.

[@flyalaska2021]

Great Vid!Do the imported Programmed TCU TCM Transmission Control Modules work ok or where do you suggest I get a tcm when ford is so far out to get one?

[@L8R-HP]

Try to find a used one

[@dustinvoyles8822]

My gf has a 2014 ford focus. Actuator b the spring just spins freely on the bottom. As it should spring back after 14 turns. What should I replace in the transmission? And where are you located and how much would you charge to do it? It only has 84k miles.

[@L8R-HP]

Fork B needs to be replaced

[@wh_2526]

I don’t usually comment, but since I scrolled and couldn’t find any actual mechanics sharing information on this, I’ll give my 2 cent. First and foremost, do not try resetting the clutch and reusing it, Fords already proved that just causes reoccurring problems. We use the LUK kit in our transmission shop, it comes with everything you need to overhaul the clutch side of this transmission. Only thing we get from Ford is the actuators. They’re readily available at most dealers. Secondly, if you replaced everything, you need to do the Adaption process via a scan tool like a AUTEL. (Some say you don’t but you absolutely do or it will lead to premature failure of the clutch.) Third, if your codes come back after the install and the “relearn”, the TCM is bad. Any TCM will work with any year model of the Focus/Fiesta if it is programmed using FJDS. I know this because I owned a 2013 focus and replaced the TCM with one off of a 2016 Fiesta. Worked fine, and still works today. If you get a TCM from a Focus for a Focus, it may not need programming but will still need the “relearn”. Not trying to put this guy on blast, but if a bearing fails in any transmission, that transmission is no good unless you tear it all apart and replace every part that all that metal got in. Otherwise you’ll be pulling it back out in 15k miles at the most. Same as if you reset that clutch. All in all, find a shop you trust and get a diagnosis, then get a second opinion if you don’t trust shops. I promise you, not every shop is looking for a pay day. Some may even offer free diagnosis like ours. Hope this helps.

[@L8R-HP]

This is good info, however not everyone has 1 million dollars to replace everything in a old ass car that is worth nothing. Out of 150+ focus fiestas I took apart this year, it was never the clutch, it’s always the forks, sometimes the actuator and rare but happens the TCM. You do this for a living, I do this for fun to save people money. Even if you replace everything inside that transmission, this will happen again eventually, especially if you are using aftermarket parts. I originally took one apart because I didn’t think it was fair for a dealer to charge $5-6k for this job. This shouldn’t cost more than $2k and that is including parts and labor. ✌️

[@wh_2526]

@@L8R-HP You’re not wrong, the dealer is overpriced with these simply because they don’t want to fix them just to have them come back. Most trans shops come in around $3500 for everything. Which is cheap compared to a rebuild or replacement of a trans in any other car. Heaven forbid you own a CVT because then you will definitely be over that $6k price point. I loved my focus, I only sold it to get away from the inevitable of having to service that clutch every 50-60k miles. Ford could’ve just as easily put a 6F35 in those cars and saved a lot of trouble. At the end of the day, we’re just mechanics, not the engineers designing this stuff. I don’t doubt your way of working on these cars works, and I won’t question it because everybody views things differently. But if it were mine, I’d save up the $600 to get the kit and just put all new stuff in it while I had it out. $600 for a guaranteed at least 60k miles of life is worth it. Downside to these cars is there’s no real fix other than sell it or keep throwing parts at it every year or two. The problems will reoccur regardless. Get a car with a regular automatic, and keep up with the services on it to get good life out of it. 90% of what we see is a failure at 100k miles because someone didn’t have the recommended service done at 60k miles.

[@L8R-HP]

@@wh_2526 $3,500 is still a lot for a cheap car. Shouldn’t be over $2k with new parts and labor. It takes less than 4 hours to do the whole job.

[@wh_2526]

@@L8R-HP That’s the unfortunate world we live in. 5 years ago it would’ve been $2k for everything. It’s sad, and everyone’s struggling with that.

[@martinvazquez4137]

Where are you located I’m new to your channel.. I have a 2015 focus with 80k miles but I’d like to keep it

[@L8R-HP]

NC

[@johnmchugh6476]

If you are still buying Ford Focus’s. I have a 2016, 4 dr, sedan, heated seats and wheel, back-up camera, etc. i bought it from a dealership (used) in 2017 or 2018 for my mother. She no longer drives, so I need to sell it. Just as I was prepping to sell, the dam car wouldn’t go in reverse… never had am issue with it, only 50k miles. I saw ford added an extended warranty on the transmissions, but apparently my focus was made until November of 2016 and the recall or whatever stopped on models built in October of 2016. I tried to clean the b forks, and that probably would have worked if I didn’t put too much force on it. So that fork spine nut broke. I am actually trying to replace the forks now. I have the tools, and the parts. Taking along time to do. But, i can get it fixed I hope

[@preedatan1809]

Thanks for the great video , Do you know if there is any marking on the flywheel and the clutch pack when you put it back together?

[@L8R-HP]

There is a triangle on flex plate and clutch pack

[@sbarton6908]

I have a 2014 focus. Slips whenever you drive it for around an hour. What would be your guess on how to fix? Thanks for your videos!

[@L8R-HP]

Forks are sticking and need to be cleaned or replaced

[@cheo1954]

Are you in Florida by any chance, if you do, would you be interested in replacing a sticked clutch?

[@L8R-HP]

NC

[@Lenae23]

My 2013 ford focus is having transmission issues. I was told I need a clutch and actuators. Dealership wants over $2,944.00 to fix it. Just as I am almost done paying it off this happened. Im on the fence of selling it or not. Its so frustrating because I didnt want another vehicle once paid off

[@whill7828]

If you live near someone NOT afraid of DPS-6 transmissions you can bring it for a second opinion. That seems high, but that IS a dealership.

[@stevesplu]

I have one just like this I got from an auction and was wondering if you ever came up with a bearing part number for that bearing that broke the case

[@L8R-HP]

Never got a part #. Just took it out of a different transmission

[@linternasmx]

Ohhh! You use a Streamlight Strion HL flashlight! Very good option!

[@sharonsimon-mt3vf]

I have a 2012 Ford focus SE hatchback change the actuator but sometime it still doesn’t want to go in reverse

[@dahliasalgado6130]

I'm selling my Ford fiesta 2012 it's black no dents nice car it's clean kept up everything runs good except for it studdering

[@jonathangarciaortiz9734]

Thank you for the valuable information! Where are you located?

[@L8R-HP]

Nc

[@shahafstube]

First of all, thank you for the enriching videos. I recently bought a 2012 Ford Focus and the sixth gear slips for me, I downshift to fifth gear and then everything works out and the car returns to sixth gear on its own. In the service report I saw that the previous owner changed the two forks four months ago. I should also mention that a few days ago the gearbox was removed to replace a leaking oil returner. Do you have any idea why the sixth gear is slipping? Thanks!

[@MichelBrazeau]

i was wondering what scanner you need to do relearn we cleaned all grounds and actuator ports car shifts from first to six almost right away would relearn work

[@linternasmx]

Hi Teacher. Could you do a video showing how to down transmission at home without a pro plattform to raise the car? I have one 3 tons jack, one 2 tons jack and 4 tower stands. Regards.

[@L8R-HP]

I will have a video soon

[@schmick63]

Hi mate, I just picked up a 2013 Focus from an Auction cheap that has a shudder. There is gear oil on the bottom of the gearbox so likely internal oil seal failure. I have purchased a good / dry complete gearbox/clutch and plan to clean it all up and install. Was wondering though if you had ever cleaned up a clutch that was oil contaminated? Looks pretty straight forward to install new seals but might need a new dct for this now spare gearbox I have.

[@L8R-HP]

Blast the clutch with brake cleaner is best you can, blow it out with air. It will be fine

[@schmick63]

Thanks, will do. Thanks for making these video's, there's a heap of busted cars out there, still worth good $$ if running properly. @@L8R-HP

[@three1161]

A couple questions - I have a 2014 Focus and I'm going to tackle the transmission repair. Are there any special tools I'll need before I plow into this? Do you recomend replacing the actuators while goinf through all the trouble? Thanks!

[@yappingkauai]

I have a 2015 Ford Fiesta SE with 85,000 miles on it. I watched one of your videos on cleaning from the Actuator side. It felt like it work and I could reverse/ shifter properly, but as soon as I went to clear the code it just reverted back to how it was. I couldn’t really accelerate pass 30 without it stuttering or even reverse. I think I’m going to try the process again. I don’t have the money to take it to the shop but trying to fix it best as I can. I just don’t know if I need to drop the transmission yet.

[@alexakaeee]

2011 Fiesta SES hatch 130k miles. TCM code no other issues. Please take this pos.

[@pauls.2526]

Great info . Do you have to reprogram the gearbox to the car.

[@L8R-HP]

Not if you are reusing your original TCM.

[@pauls.2526]

@@L8R-HP thanks 😊

[@ellit381]

I just bought a Ford focus, used car. I’m located in San Antonio Texas and mechanic has cleaned my A and B clutch forks with W40 about 3 4 weeks ago I can’t afford to spend anymore money please buy my Ford focus 2013 it’s starting to have difficulty switching gears and slipping

[@donaldrichie9248]

Buy mines I got a 2015 an didn’t know I was going to have problems

[@richardstanton1954]

2014 88k. Transmission is not working at all. Any ideas? Or sell it to you.

[@thismann8724]

thxfor the information my freind has focus it moves to 3rd gear then dont shift to 4th or 5th but if you move the shifter to neutral and put back drive on run it will shift to 4 th gear and up. you have any idea i never saw anyoe facing this issue.

[@L8R-HP]

Could be internal damage

[@sethhobson6833]

I have a 2012 Ford focus info center says transmission malfunction I can get it to move with a jump box on it but it'll die any insight would be awesome Your videos are great thank you

[@L8R-HP]

Test your battery

[@OtherDalfite]

My friend just dealt with this. There is a 50a midi fuse panel underneath the battery that is prone to cracking and not popping. Replace that and your issue will be solved

[@robertogarza2664]

Hello My sleave bearing was stuck and had like melted plastic, do you recommend to repace it or cleaning it? If replace, can i buy it in amazon or has to be dealer Thank you for your videos

[@L8R-HP]

Have to replace the whole bearing, Amazon has them

[@roberthood1415]

I'm in western NC ,my daughters fiesta is having the stuttering issue, I'd like to see about getting you to repair it

[@charlesschluessler546]

1st to 2nd is the worst on my 2014. bought it with 95k on it. Ford replaced my clutches, chattered a lot. Have change both actuators since I've owned the car. P090C error and would not shift at all. Like the gas mileage and comfort of this car, just dislike the shifting of the trans.

[@Sovek86]

All that metal Is probably from that bearing. Honestly though, People rag on the transmission in these cars but with a little bit of work, completely fixable at home minus the relearn procedure, not sure how I'm gonna tackle that. I may look into lubing the inside forks on mine because in first gear when I get into creeping traffic the car shudders a bit, otherwise its fine.

[@L8R-HP]

You can do a relearn with forscan.

[@hallrock78]

I just bought a 2013 focus SE with only 19k on it. It's a manual 5 speed and has 12:53 been great car but that said I've only had it for 3 months. I had 2006 5 speed focus before and I got it to 260k before it broke down. I've had good luck with focus's..

[@brianw3903]

Brilliant video brother!!! Have you ever ran into shifting issues with a P0705 code?

[@L8R-HP]

Could be the selector switch sensor. On top of the transmission

[@brianw3903]

@@L8R-HPI was thinking the neutral safety switch/transmission range sensor would that be the same thing as the selector switch sensor. How difficult is it to change out? Thanks for the speedy reply brother keep up the awesome videos.

[@L8R-HP]

@@brianw3903 yes that’s it. Very easy to replace. It’s on top of the transmission held by 2 8mm bolts

[@raghavbajaj8974]

Sir, does Neutral safety switch means Transmission Range Sensor (TR) sensor?

[@raghavbajaj8974]

Sir, what these codes mean in Ford Focus/Fiesta - P2837 P287B, Sir, what to do if these codes occur in Diagnostic tool

[@alangarcia4446]

My 2012 just started giving me issues with my DPS6. Can you help diagnose? The problem started while stationary at Chick Fil A line. Car was in drive and a sudden pop and that was all. 1. There is a grinding noise when driving. 2. Noise is coming from the gear train side. 3. It’s close to the TCM 4. Car drives at full speed no issues otherwise then the grid. 5. Reverse works.

[@Edition.81]

I have clutch fork A stuck. Do you know from your experience if the circlip retaining the clutch pack can be reused if i was to disassemble and clean.

[@L8R-HP]

You can reuse it if you have to

[@UDown]

What’s up man!! I’m in Las Vegas, I need to bring my car to you. You in Vegas??

[@L8R-HP]

NC

[@twix2756]

I found a 2014 focus hatch. With reverse not working, I already knew it was the tcm, and about the warranty. So i bought it, sent it to dealer for recall. Tcm was found to be bad, Ford paid for fix. Then I was notified that my clutch was "destroyed". So with me not wanting any future issues I say yes do it. Costing me $3,290 and 12 days (was originally quoted 3-5 weeks + $3,100). Now I'm worried about what they actually did, if anything?... I hope there's not an issue later on.

[@mykarmaxspired5771]

Good info... But perhaps I missed what the transmission was doing? I have read all the comments and there seems to be multiple issues with the FF transmission. My issue is a shutter between first and second gear on an automatic. What should I look for or does this vid apply to this situation?

[@patricekasongo890]

je besoin de passer une commande de boîte de vitesse focus

[@OtherDalfite]

Replace clutch and forks. That will solve your issue

[@jasongildroy6020]

Had my 2014 fiesta se at the ford garage and they replaced the tcm under warranty. Still has the shutter from 1st to second sometimes. Was told by the mechanic could change the clutch pack but may not fix the issue. Do you recommend cleaning or replacing the clutch pack or try cleaning the forks with wd40 through the actuator holes? Also what type of grease do you use on the forks and sealant for the oil pans. Thanks

[@josephli7260]

Hey thank you for putting such helpful videos. I currently have this transmission issue. 15 ford focus. I recently removed the dct transmission to inspect the forks and clutch. And they looked fine. Now when I reinstalled everything it makes a horrible grinding noise when I shift the gears and Code P073F -Unable to engage gear 1 pops up. I did the adaptive learning for the drum and passed. I did the clutch learning and everything passed except for "clutch touch adaptive learning". If you or anyone have suggestions or tips, it will be greatly helpful

[@L8R-HP]

Try swapping actuators around. Or try another TCM. Was the clutch reset properly before re install?

[@josephli7260]

@@L8R-HP When I had the transmission out when I was putting everything back together. After putting the old clutch back in. I turned both motors 14 times counter clockwise. But I didn't hear any clutch movements or noises. After turning 14x the forks turns back by it self clockwise very fast. I don't know if that's normal. Is that a how you reset the clutch?

[@L8R-HP]

@@josephli7260 kzbin.info/www/bejne/ZpSxhmZ_nZadoMU

[@pearlinwoods]

Is there any way of knowing when the clutch has released once you install it and do the release step? Just wanted to know for sure before re-installing the entire transmission. Thanks!

[@L8R-HP]

You should hear it release as you do the 14 turns. On both A and B

[@larryarsenault]

2016 Focus - bought it 2018 with 32K miles. Now has 170K. From beginning the transmission sometimes was noisy. Sometimes not, but always drove no problem. At a gas station filled up, car would't start and transmission locked in Park. Pushed it out of the gas station. Guy who helped said to turn key as if starting and move out ofPark. It did, it still won't start. AAA comes, was about to tow but but tried to jump and it started up, Transmission worked. Notice comes on saying something like transmission problem, deal with it now! Drove home. Parked car. Tried to start, same problem as before. Locked in Park won't start. Could be battery, sensor or...?

[@L8R-HP]

Test your battery. Also if it didn’t start right after fill up it’s usually the evap purge valve

[@larryarsenault]

@@L8R-HP - Thanks. Evap purge valve. That's a new one. I'm going to have to check these things, also the neg. ground.

[@ChikitaXNeKITXD]

any updates here?

[@luisaguirre5595]

Look and sanded down all or any grounds and put some die electric inside engine bay. fixed my / same issue. There was paint in between. Hope it helps.

[@Lifeinthecountryfamilyislife]

I just bought my daughter a 2014 focus and the check engine light came on before getting home. I have a feeling this is probably what it is. Good deal for a reason. Guess they reset the light and hoped for the best. Either way I've got it now. How much do you charge to fix it if that's what it is? Its her first car and I really want it too be a good experience for her. I'm going to run diagnostics tomorrow and see what it says. I live in VA so it isn't terribly far.

[@calvinreeves]

Can you break the deal - many states have a 3 day grace period. If not, maybe you can sell it to Carvana. Get rid of the car before the transmission problems start. I have a 2014 Focus with 35K miles sitting in the garage waiting since August for a new TCM. Already on my second clutch. Avoid this car at all costs.

[@Lifeinthecountryfamilyislife]

@@calvinreeves I ran the codes and fortunately this car only has the p0420 code. Unfortunately could not return the car. I am a mechanic by trade but hate working on my own stuff. Where I work at a manufacture plant everything I work on is nice and new. I hate the rusty bolts on older vehicles. Thank you for the heads up tho.

[@calvinreeves]

I was able to clear the code by turning the key to the second position and back off a few times. Car is shifting fine with no check engine light, so I am selling it to Carvana. Watch other KZbin videos - once the clutch produces enough dust and/or the actuators are out of alignment, the transmission will fail. If you are a mechanic you might try clearing the paint from the grounding points - search KZbin for details. I also bought the car for my college age daughter but consider it too dangerous for her to drive - it will accelerate uncontrollably or stall in the middle of traffic.

[@Lifeinthecountryfamilyislife]

@@calvinreeves Thank you for the tips! Ill keep my eye out for those signs. Thank you for your time as well.

[@paulsuniga408]

Hi! Really enjoyed your video. I’ve been running into transmission problems with my 2015 Ford Focus. When the car starts up cold the gears shift just fine, but after it’s been on the road for a minute the check engine light comes on and the gears start to slip and If put it into reverse, it won’t catch. Do you think it might be the transmission or just dirty clutch/forks ext.?

[@nrb18d]

Looks like TCM module fail. To confirm this you need to buy obd2 scanner elm27 or els27 or something like this, but even low cost elm27 can read errors. Some most common errors that refer to tcm fail easily can find in google. I believe you’re already resolved this problem but maybe it helps someone else.

[@smimatt1983]

Do you have to retrain the computer system every time you do this work or do you just bolt it back together and it works fine. I've been seeing conflicting information on this

[@pelonrecords]

I'm from NC, where you are located, I have some problems with my ford focus . Probably the forks. Maybe you can work on my car, if the price is right

[@L8R-HP]

Arden NC. Not open to public tho. Sorry

[@pelonrecords]

No problem thank you for the video..

[@danielfrancis7782]

Where are you located? I have a 2012 and the trans “shutters” as you take off. 80K miles on it.

[@joeviveros3222]

I have a 2014 focus that went in for recaps and still has issues. I recently started losing reverse. I’m also having a weird winding whistling sound in 3 and 4th gear. I been reading comments but haven’t seen anyone post about that.. any info is appreciated.. that’s for the great videos.

[@L8R-HP]

Your forks need to be cleaned and or replaced. That noise is possibly coming from a bearing inside the transmission. You could drain the fluid and see if there is metal. If you see metal flakes it’s cheaper to find a used transmission and clean it up nice and put it in.

[@joeviveros3222]

@@L8R-HP thanks for the info. Definitely going to have to get it fixed.. thank you for taking the time.. wish you were out here in L.A. Ca.

[@stevekennedy2201]

I have a 2016 Focus that only had 1 forward gear, no reverse. Trans was shifting fine until clutch went out. I just installed the LUK clutch kit with the new forks and bearing. Now the car has all gears, drives great, but shakes violently in reverse, unless I let off the brake completely. Feels like the clutch is fully engaged when in reverse, even when the car is stopped. I was told the trans needed to be flashed after the clutch replacement, but I just called the dealer to find out how much and they told me they would not flash it until I replace the TCM. The car has 120000 all easy highway miles. Is there another trick to fix the vibration? I lined up the triangles on the flywheel and clutch, and it only vibrates in reverse.

[@parkermize]

would I be able to bring my focus to you to fix? my shop wouldn't do it for me. they couldn't tell me if it was the tcm or the transmission.

[@christianbuelna8785]

2014 focus SE. Letther, 18 inch sport rims. 53000 miles

[@L8R-HP]

Location and price?

[@campesinostrucking8611]

Do you know if the manual transmission on those focus is just as delicate? Or are they more reliable??

[@L8R-HP]

Manuals are better

[@Sparky4291]

Hey what's up man, going off topic here what happened to the crown Vic engine do you still have it do you have any use for it ? I mean I don't want to put an ls 4.8 or 5.3 on my 07 Ford work truckI wanna keep it all Ford it's my project truck I wanna make it a sleeper. Out here 90% of people have ls and damn good power on them but I just want it all Ford powered 💯

[@L8R-HP]

The original 4.6 was sold

[@Sparky4291]

@@L8R-HP where can I buy one pre built with decent amount of power anywhere from 500-600 hp a well known place where it can be reliable. Maybe a 347

[@eduardomedina4328]

2nd gear grinds ? What do you think it’ll be?

[@CarrieGoolsby]

I was told by a ford dealer my focus needed a tcm- and they are on backorders... ordered on online and replaced it myself, help a little with acceleration but still not working and not I'm being told I need a whole new transmission. I'm so done!

[@L8R-HP]

Most likely your forks are sticking

[@mr.carter4061]

I am here, just lost reverse and positive gears yesterday. Looking to fix this because I'm at 81k miles

[@bigpapahurk5646]

I was going to try a DIY transmission replacement. I found several transmissions with under 30k miles at the junkyard. Any advice before I take this on. I have a 2018 Fiesta.