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You should have spare parts no later than the start of work. Make a list of all the spare parts you need for the work in a timely manner. In this case, consider in the list not only the parts themselves, but also auxiliary accessories (gaskets, safety rings, radial seals, self-locking nuts, grease, liquid sealant, etc.), which are related to the periphery of the repair. For reliability, ask a specialist at the spare parts warehouse - he knows most of the work processes, and he will put together the correct repair kit for you. If you cannot accurately estimate the volume of work in advance, set the date so that you have time for an unscheduled visit to the accessory store and the seller working with Ford under the contract. But never assume that one workshop working under the contract has all the parts in stock, also take into account the time of the order.
Depending on the number code - the "correct" spare parts
During the manufacturing process, some parts of the Ford Focus have changed. Therefore, the year of manufacture is often decisive for which spare parts are needed. You will make your and the seller's job easier if you present the vehicle's registration certificate or write down the data on a sheet of paper from the vehicle type description plate. An experienced spare parts seller will easily recognize the appropriate part by the serial number. If you want to be absolutely precise, put a cleaned old part on the seller's counter.
Vehicle Type Plate: Located on the Focus on the upper cross member at the front under the hood, it provides information about the vehicle type, weight, identification number, and designations of installed units.
Vehicle Identification Number: This is also visible from the outside on a plate on the left above the dashboard and is stamped under the trim in the underbody. The plate contains additional information about the airbag system.
Engine number: alphanumeric code stamped on the engine block. With Zetec-SE at the front right under the engine/gearbox flange. With Zetec-E next to the gearbox flange on the side of the engine block. With Endura-DI engines on the left above the injection pump.
Safety Priority - Compare Genuine Parts and Parts from Other Cars
All the parts you need to repair your Focus are available from a Ford dealer. But you don't have to buy there exclusively. Aftermarket stores also have a wide range of parts, including parts from manufacturers that Ford supplies as factory equipment. Compare prices - provided that the service, quality and ability to supply are truly comparable. Never take a risk with a no-name product. The savings are often small and far outweigh the safety disadvantage. You can only be absolutely sure of safety with parts that are at factory quality levels.
It's obvious: cheap is not profitable
When it comes to spare parts that are essential for safety, there is no point in saving: brake linings, brake discs, wheel bearings, drive shafts and joints must always be purchased in a quality that is equal to the quality of the original equipment parts or genuine parts with an AVE test number. Most cheap products do not meet the minimum quality level required by the manufacturer. This inevitably involves a risk to your safety and the safety of other road users. What good is it, for example, to have cheaper brake discs of unclear origin that are unbalanced and lead to expensive repairs or, even worse, simply burn out under heavy full braking? In the Focus, Ford harmonises the consistency of the friction linings with the quality of the brake disc material. You will find their code number(s) in the "General Vehicle Authorisation" (AVE). If your Focus is examined after a serious accident and the examiner finds unapproved brake components, your car insurance may be cancelled. Be smart about saving money - your safety and the safety of others should be worth more to you.
Spare parts for exchange - a profitable alternative
"Second-hand" is justified when buying a number of spare parts. Ford exchange parts are of the same quality as new parts, but they are significantly cheaper and come with the same warranty. Associated goods stores offer numerous exchange parts. Bosch sells reconditioned electrical units, for example, in Europe through its authorized workshops. But in many cases, car recyclers are often a good solution if you want to do repairs very inexpensively and do not attach much importance to the appearance. This applies to body parts such as doors, bumpers and hoods. But used parts are only worth it if they are clearly higher in quality than those installed on the car. Sometimes you have to dismantle the spare part you need on site yourself. Just in case, ask about the price: a used part should cost no more than half the cost of a corresponding new part. A part with signs of wear - no more than a quarter of the cost of a new part.
Original parts/parts from other cars:
- Starter
- Engine Gaskets
- Oil filter
- Ignition wires
- Generator
- Spark plugs
- Incandescent lamps
- Spark plug connectors
- Headlights
- Cardan shafts
- V-belt
- Master brake cylinder
- Shock absorbers
- Brake hoses
- Wheel brake cylinder
- Brake discs
- Brake pipes
- Body parts
- Varnish
- Clutch
Exchange details:
- Starter
- Generator
- Disc brake calipers
- Clutch pressure plate
- Clutch slave disc
- Flywheel
- Transmission
- Drive shafts
- Cylinder block with pistons
- Crankshaft with bearings
- Engine sections
- Cylinder head
Calculate with pencil in hand - engine sections or exchange engine?
In the case of major damage to the crank mechanism, pistons and crankcase, it is worthwhile to buy engine sections. This is an economical alternative, since you can take all the units of the old engine during installation. Buying a complete engine in exchange only makes sense if the car is relatively new and in good condition. Ask at your Ford workshop. Your Ford dealer may even have a suitable "treasure" with a restored value, left over from an accident with total damage to the car. In addition, there are a number of companies that specialize in repairing the entire engine or its sections and guarantee repairs in accordance with the Quality Guidelines. You can get a list of such companies from the Association of Automobile Repair Companies, Goihaer StraBc 17, 40980 Ralingen, tel. 02102/447222.
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