These are the 9 Secrets of the Focus ST

I have covered every aspect of the Ford Focus ST but I have never revealed its secrets. Here are 9 I found informational. Which secrets did I miss?
Music: Bensound.com (funny song)

[@Gjeebs]

What secrets did I miss?

[@johnjesusiskingofkings1770]

Maybe some people aren't aware of how to tilt the sunroof? At first I wasn't aware of how to do that until I did it by mistake LoL. Also the pen holder in the glove box is actually a valuable feature so you dont have to scramble for one that rolled back into the depths. What else... Maybe some people aren't aware that on some models the headlights swivel around turns at night? Pretty neat but you've probably mentioned these all before. Take care!

[@johnjesusiskingofkings1770]

Oh and if your key fob dies and cant start the car, you can place it at the bottom of the center console and the car will pick up the RFID signal and be able to start. Also the hard key is inside the fob for the door maybe some dont know this... maybe Im wrong but also for the annoying double honk if you leave the car with it running, while you have the key with you... I guess you can hold the key against the window while you close the door and it won't double honk if you are leaving early for work and dont want to upset the neighbors

[@tyronejason7844]

You missed the unique owners manual, the ST octane academy thing, the center console compartment has cutouts so you can close it and have wires come out still, the cup holders trays that flip to change height for your drink, you also missed the test mode for the instrument cluster, the slit in the center console compartment that you can plug an SD card into, the hidden key inside of the key fob, the ST is also one of the few cars at the time that ford would allow all 3 vent modes on at the same time, and as an added feature that some people may not know it is only a focus but it has one touch up and down for all 4 windows. That’s just some of the things I could come up with. Haven’t been in my car because of this CoRoNa ViRuS StAy At HoMe shit

[@Gjeebs]

@@tyronejason7844 All great points thank you for that!

[@tyronejason7844]

Gjeebs no problem haha. Enjoyed the video 👍

[@FenriRock]

Man this needs more views, especially since I now know where to get a drink from my ST when I'm thirsty

[@Gjeebs]

Version 2 is coming soon. Stay hydrated

[@Jason-kg3oc]

I have had a Focus for 5 and a half years and just learned that the seat cushion in the back folds forward. I would always get so annoyed that the seats couldn't fold forward. I know this is satire but I genuinely learned something useful lol!

[@lisap1776]

Yes, the rear seat secret is a great one, lol!

[@kriswilson265]

I've had mine a week and it's my first ever ford as I was for anything vauxhall. Took me ten minutes to find it out

[@someguywithaford]

And now I’ll tell you some things you didn’t know about your car. Tap the start button without hitting the brake to go into auxiliary power, then hold the OK button on the left side of the steering wheel for about give or take 7 seconds, and then start the vehicle while still holding the OK button. Keep on holding it until the gauge screen reads “TEST” and then scroll through your test menus and have fun! Test menus include exact engine RPMs, intake temperature, and testing gauges, the screen, and the chimes. A second feature applies to all vehicles with SYNC3. Make sure your audio is on, and then hold the right skip button on the wheel and on the center control stack until a speaker test starts. If this does not happen and your car is equipped with a CD player, hold the eject button and the right skip button on the center stack until the previous result. After doing either of these methods, select “End Test” and then tap on the “Theme” tab, where you can change your screen to the screen of any other ford with sync 3. Examples: Raptor, GT, GT350R, Blacklabel. Although do not select the themes with the random letters and numbers, they will lag the screen heavily. One last thing you can do is use voice commands and say, “I’m hungry.” The car will then direct you to nearby restaurants.

[@plxnet7]

The commitment to content @<a href="#" class="seekto" data-time="116">1:56</a>

[@grimcity]

I adore this video! I've had my ST (3) since '14 and it's seriously the most fun car I've ever had (weird for me to say about a FWD). I didn't know the back seats popped up as you demonstrated until now! I wish there was an easy way to pop the seats out, but beyond that I can't complain. Props to the "carrying your company on your back" line... I truly LMFAO! Great stuff!

[@Gjeebs]

Haha glad you liked it

[@busta960]

I'm so glad you're saying this, just copped that model + year

[@DoctaM3]

Lol. Loved it. Ford has you back! 😜😜

[@Gjeebs]

Haha always!

[@NotTxiST]

Keep up the great videos man! You have been an excellent source of some real life experience in the ST. Kinda one of the reasons I bought one a few days ago ;)

[@Gjeebs]

Thanks for the support and congrats on the ST!

[@df9834]

Brilliant video Bro, in these hard times. I have a 2013 st 3 in 🇬🇧 keep them coming. And stay Safe 👍🇬🇧🇬🇧

[@Gjeebs]

Thanks man you too

[@johnjesusiskingofkings1770]

LoL the ratcheting head rest blew my mind gotta try that next time i'm in the captains chair. Nice video! God bless

[@Gjeebs]

Thank you!

[@lisap1776]

I really super annoyed by the rear seats not laying flat after purchasing the last US model, the 2018! Didn't think anything could possible annoy me about this car, until I realized the seats didn't lay down flat, lol. Thanks for showing me that the bottom of the seats unlatch! I would never have known!

[@JustTIC]

Quarantining is getting to him

[@Gjeebs]

I’m starting to crack

[@samoconnell8993]

Nice video. Just wanted to add that your channel was watched extensively before purchasing my 2017 st2 in magnetic metallic about a month ago. Loving it!

[@Gjeebs]

Awesome to hear man.

[@BenjiB0P]

Does the + button on the reverse camera come on the ST1 Package as well? Asking for my friend who's single.

[@dominicesposito9744]

Yes

[@kevinparr4823]

You forgot to mention the 4 wheels that revolves independently 🥰. I sold my focus st for a mk8 fiesta good car but I miss the focus

[@milesford4386]

I bloody love this video one of your best yet 😂 so informative! Although my ST3 from the UK doesn’t have ambient lighting controls 😢 it just has the general red colour which is a bummer keep up the great work dude 👍🏻

[@Gjeebs]

Thanks man! Interesting that the lighting is different over there

[@milesford4386]

Gjeebs no worries dude! I’m literally hooked watching all your ST videos especially now owning one 😂 and yeah! I read you either have the controls where you do above your head or it can be a setting in the sync 3 system I’m pretty sure mine doesn’t have it I’ll check tomorrow if not either it doesn’t have it or my sync 3 needs updating perhaps.

[@chriswild8585]

Got a st3 also in uk dosent have ambient light controls mines red also. usa st so much more stuff on it

[@caliaromain7612]

Same here in Australia. No ambient lighting controls

[@wolfbrother1000]

@Gjeebs Love the video! It's your best yet. Funny and informative. I did not know my back seat flipped up like that to make a flat load surface from the hatch. Very cool. Keep up the great work!

[@Gjeebs]

Glad it helped!!

[@wolfbrother1000]

@@Gjeebs I just saw this, sorry for the late reply. Yes, absolutely it did and I loved the sarcasm and humor even if some don't understand it.

[@wolfbrother1000]

@@Gjeebs Have you thought about making stickers or graphics for our cars?

[@Gjeebs]

You mean just like a Gjeebs logo or something? Yea I could do that. I do have some merchandise now

[@dominicdunham2586]

I cant believe i just seen this lol thank u needed a good lol just drop of my 2016 for head gasket failure!!

[@rudyswartz9092]

“You’re probably carrying the company on your back” hahahahaha

[@canerdogan3494]

Damn I excited to see another quality video. Been bored recently. Please upload frequently

[@Gjeebs]

I will be uploading a lot this week. Just make sure the notification bell is on

[@thijsrooijakkers2153]

A great way to start my day, thanks Gjeebs

[@Gjeebs]

Haha you got it

[@Kevin-cu2fy]

Did he blow anyone else's mind when he lifted the lower part of the back seat? To actually lay the seat backs flat.....MIND BLOWN 🤯

[@Gjeebs]

Wait till part two comes out

[@Kevin-cu2fy]

@@Gjeebs can't wait. Everything I saw in here was fantastic.

[@magsteve]

Fun video, couple things I didn't know.

[@Swermie]

looks like our boi gjeebs here is quitting his day job to become a meme lord

[@dominick1069]

Awesome! Bro - I know you have your Beamer but don't forget your ST base. We are tremendously strong and growing!

[@Gjeebs]

That’s why I didn’t sell it! Plenty more to come for the ST. Still enjoy the car

[@bobcockrum2686]

Dude, that was cool. I like the sarcasm. It works good. It’s funny how some people don’t get you where just having fun and are so serious. Keep up the content. I always thought you where a little dry and too serious. This works a lot better. Nothing wrong with having a beer and shooting a video. PS. I like your back up camera.

[@Gjeebs]

Yea I am a little too focused sometimes and need to let loose. Thanks for the feedback!

[@NickAbatino]

Great, funny video! I actually learned a couple things. Liked, subscribed.

[@alanmorden8181]

Kona blue is the best, i have a 2016 st3 and just loved this video that start was a great laugh, and i already knew about the back seats from my st group on fb ... lol

[@paul1482]

None of these features are on the UK model.

[@JoshShannon43]

🤣 Love it. But on a serious note...I'd like to know why in the hell Ford gives the option to change the ambient lighting color in the ST but the RS is standard red with no option to change. Thanks Ford 🥴

[@winfields13]

UK st doesn't have that option either

[@vinerscott]

@@winfields13 thanks for that,I’m just about to pick up my ST3 & you’ve burst my bubble 😭😭😭😂😂

[@whygodrums10]

I get that this was mostly you joking around but I seriously had no idea the rear seat bottoms lift up so the floor can be flat. Unless thats a ST3 thing, I have a ST1.

[@Gjeebs]

You should be able to do it too. Yea I wanted to add some fun to it otherwise it’s tough to watch haha

[@frightenedsoul]

John Stramiello It works with ST1 as well. I didn’t find out until a year after I bought mine lol

[@techbyluke6396]

Bruh I love this so much

[@MrSLOChaos]

the commitment on the water drain was A1

[@DlaVega9]

This was hilarious 🤣 ! St to the moon 🌙 🌚 !

[@KonaSTie]

Love it!! 🔥🙏🏾😂😂💯

[@joshharmon4867]

Your best video yet!

[@andrewcummings8336]

Just bought a st3 in stealth grey cant wait for it to be delivered wanted on for a while now 😍

[@royevans4581]

I found 'retro' mode on mine and it turned into an '06 5 pot with 143,000 miles on it. Cannot reset it. Any suggestions?

[@KerterBerger]

my only gripe with my st2 is the lack of lumbar

[@poker_18rs92]

I love the ST & have been thinking about buying one. Serious question, is the RS worth 12-13k more vs. an ST?

[@Gjeebs]

I would say it probably is. Lots more performance and will hold value pretty well over time since they already took their depreciation hit

[@lisap1776]

Yes.

[@anthonybartley4667]

Liked and subscribed as soon as you licked the puddle under the car😂

[@windjunky]

lol regarding head rest, "absolutely genius feature for Ford to have"

[@nickkrenn891]

Haha love it.

[@davidm3316]

So having the ST in track mode still turns off traction control ? what is the different in sport mode on and track mode on ? I have the 2016 ST3, just got month ago

[@fastman454]

My 2014 focus I just purchased is an st3 and has the sony infotainment system. But it doesn't have a back up camera. Is that typical for the year?

[@alexnielsen5912]

This got me convinced to get one

[@albertocadena9442]

I’m selling mine

[@Godzukidan]

Never knew about the ratcheting head rest. I have 2016ST 1

[@Brentk2011]

Please remember to remove spare tire, cover, and everything else back there when Autocrossing

[@MrLogansimmons]

Since we're all sarcastic, I find that a couple of towels stuffed into the headliner stops it from rattling. Good secret.

[@Basedpierogi]

Logan Simmons lmao figured that out earlier this week it’s a game changer

[@rasterix5721]

I actually didnt know my car had hillstart assist untill i saw this video 😂

[@leftsock605]

Epic😂

[@Pwj579]

You forgot, that in the spare wheel well under the hatch floor, Ford actually gives you a funnel with your Focus ST. I always thought that was hilarious when I open up to check the spare's tire pressure and see it sitting there. " Oh yeah, you're down there if I need you"

[@MechDad77]

I was laughing the entire time. But I will say. I really do love my 2014 st3 full stage 3

[@UserConn]

How is tire wear in your ST??? If I do not rotate every 3-4000 miles my tires get scalloped on the inside edge. It was explained to me that the reasons the tires are wearing like this is the way they alignment is set up for spirited driving. I do not really drive too spirited and was wondering if you have the same issue. I have almost a brand new set of 1200 dollar tires that make the basketball bounce sound as you are driving. Yes tire pressure and alignment have always been spot on.

[@Gjeebs]

Tire wear has been great. I have videos talking about that you should watch. That will answer all your questions

[@michellemoore2587]

I have ambiant lighting in my 181 focus but dont have an ambiant thing in my settings display so how do i change the colours inside

[@PesoPesado767]

Noticed your check engine light is on.. do you know what code you have up.. just bought a 2016 ST1 and had to replace an oversized intercooler that the previous owner had, now I my check engine light is on because of the Crankshaft Positioning Sensor. Not sure if any of that is correlated.

[@Gjeebs]

P0456 code

[@PesoPesado767]

Gjeebs oh man. EVAP sensor or something related to that. Kudos on all your vids and thanks for keeping the ST family together.

[@karest4399]

How did u change the color Bc I got white Rn

[@Halfrightfox]

Next, do a tutorial on how to align your valve stems

[@EldePHX]

Planning to get one next year 🙏🏻

[@Gjeebs]

Nice!

[@edwiryinpolanco1609]

Same!

[@w0lf9009]

Is all this also on the 2013 st3 package as well?

[@Gjeebs]

I am not sure

[@JasonKuehn]

Lumbar support for the company on your back. LOL

[@manolo550]

Unfortunately there are many people who do not take care of their cars and abuse them as if they were toys,I take care of mine and it is a 2013 St2 and no problems at all they are very good and strong cars I really like mine 👍

[@Gjeebs]

Good to hear!

[@Chrislav7]

I didn't know the headrest pivots... Oof Im also super bitter that the 2018 doesn't come with door panel ambient lighting, only cup holders and footwells

[@abdrhmanbinsheha8881]

What year is your car?

[@danielleroux6490]

It is the best car on the planet! But now I can't buy a new one for my next car :( PLEASE CONTACT FORD CUSTOMER SERVICE AND DEMAND THAT THE US/CANADA GETS THE NEW GENERATION FOCUS ST AND/OR FIESTA ST. IF ALL THEIR CUSTOMERS ARE TELLING THEM, THEY'LL LISTEN TO US AND BRING BACK THE HOT HATCHES TO AMERICA. THANK YOU FOR YOUR SUPPORT IN THIS PETITION EFFORT!

[@WynneSikorski]

The guy I bought my ST from had it for 30k miles and never knew about the ambient lighting... when I test drive it and hit it he went “Woah! How did you do that??”

[@Gjeebs]

Hahaha that’s awesome

[@AGWittaG]

Why does your speedo say 180 but this 2013 st I’m looking at only says 160? It’s a stage 3 or whatever Highest trim is called

[@Gjeebs]

Might just be a minor change they implemented with the refresh since 2013 was the first year they came out in the US

[@idksk8464]

I’m thinking about getting a 2018 Ford Focus st2. What do y’all guys think please the feed back would be great. I have been looking at all the youtubers st and I really want to get one but please let me know.

[@Gjeebs]

What else are you considering? What is your budget

[@samoconnell8993]

I’ve got a 2017 st2. I’d really recommend it over st1 if you can swing it. The features it adds are well worth it IMO.

[@frightenedsoul]

IDK SK8 I have a 2018 ST1. Love it. I’m sure the add ons for ST2 are awesome but since I got mine brand new it wasn’t worth the extra price from a dealership.

[@idksk8464]

Gjeebs any hatch so I’m looking at a 2017 gti autobahn,turbo veloster,focus st2, and that’s really it

[@Gjeebs]

Okay go eithe GTi or ST forget the Veloster

[@SnowBoyz2]

What year is your focus

[@Gjeebs]

2016

[@MrSCOOBY26]

Weird my mk3 st-3 doesn't have the interior light changing button.

[@williampeiser601]

What about the adaptive headlights?

[@idksk8464]

DW Productions should I get a st2 I really thinking about a 2018 st2

[@williampeiser601]

If you can save a little more money you will be happier with the ST3

[@idksk8464]

DW Productions isn’t it just some carbon fiber pieces

[@echopiece79]

Those ambient lighting buttons are just weird lol. I’m all touch screen baby

[@alondrarogel9337]

What year st do you own?

[@Gjeebs]

2016

[@andrewshields1111]

<a href="#" class="seekto" data-time="116">1:56</a> How corona virus started

[@omarawilson2853]

Andrew Shields was thinking the same thing🤣😂😂😂🤣

[@justindawson55]

haha, good video.

[@coryleeboxing3047]

I found out that gas ⛽️ feature when I ran out of gas ⛽️

[@Outlawz1971]

Lmao didn’t even recognize you bro with the quarantine beard 🧔

[@Gjeebs]

Haha I’ve had it for 10 months now

[@swampfuel20]

Two buxom secrets at <a href="#" class="seekto" data-time="356">5:56</a>. Included with the ST3 package......

[@TrustMelDontCare]

ST3? Noice..... edit: I didn't make it to the lights yet. Truly one of my favourite "minor" features of mine.

[@Wvcountrykid]

Did not know the ST had a track mode 😮

[@Anyannymouse]

Yup, and if you hold the button for 5 seconds you have disable electronic stability control.

[@Anyannymouse]

Watched more and saw he mention it sorry lmao

[@Creekbreezy]

Lol best video yet

[@scotwilson4169]

Just out of interest how many miles does your ST have and has it been reliable/any common issues? That goes for anyone else in the comments, would appreciate of your experiences. I'll be upgrading my BMW 2011 325d in just over a year and kind of want to move to petrol. I'll also be keeping it stock for reliability. My commute is going down a bit from 1000 miles per month to around 700 + I'll be away a bit more as well so general monthly fuel will be similar to what it is now. By all accounts they seem to be fairly reliable, but what sort of milage is the best time to get rid of it? I haven't had a petrol car for any length of time so does the clutch need replacing more often maybe? Those fancy Xenon Lights movement mechanism reliable? Should I aim to buy one and get rid of it before 60k miles maybe? I find very mixed answers on forums, some love them, some guys have had their engine blow after 30k miles😅

[@Gjeebs]

Check out my 70 and 65 thousand mile reviews. That will help you. My car is solid

[@davidbrown5476]

You should upgrade your sync system to 3.4 ,it looks a lot better.

[@Gjeebs]

How do I do that?

[@JT-dh6gy]

Lol brilliant

[@daltonconsalvo4382]

No ambient lighting controls only can access them in radio

[@lisap1776]

Oh, another secret is that the sun visors slide for more sun blocking goodness!

[@sawyerbos7922]

Why the check engine light?

[@Gjeebs]

I’ll cover that in a future video soon

[@KAZUYADOG]

More please.

[@Gjeebs]

It’s coning

[@saintsljp1]

Joking aside have you checked for water under your spare wheel! It runs down between the panels at the back and gets in around the air vents

[@sc8414]

texting postion? You mean pretending to text but really you stalled out at a stop light position but trying not to be embarrassed position?

[@rudyswartz9092]

Hahaha this was funny.

[@bwho]

Whoever "thumbs down" this vid doesn't like cool cars and great information ta learn about them.

[@Gjeebs]

Agree. These are highly informative videos

[@bwho]

@@Gjeebs You are correct, sir! Yours looks pert-near brand new, too.

[@luqmanmdalinoordin6215]

So sad most features were removed in my country. i live in Brunei by the way

[@Gjeebs]

Wow just looked Brunei up and never knew it existed. I learned something today haha. Thanks for the comment

[@codynewman5407]

Hilarious

[@hannahmaes3017]

Gold 🤣

[@mitchellhall951]

Most of these features are for the st3 lol

[@focusst273]

Okay Gjeebs, your not coming in with the same momentum on the ST...

[@Gjeebs]

What do you mean?

[@focusst273]

@@Gjeebs Your ST Love is fading away...lol.

[@xfraan4282]

<a href="#" class="seekto" data-time="5">0:05</a> <a href="#" class="seekto" data-time="21">0:21</a> def focused on the secrets

[@dogewisdom9921]

Looking way better with that beard dude. Never shave it off

[@vincentgo1146]

Fucking epic 😂