Ford Focus Owners Manual: Cold weather precautions

Ford Focus Owners Manual / Driving hints / Cold weather precautions

The functional operation of some components and systems can be affected at temperatures below -30°C (-22°F).

Running-in

Tyres WARNING: New tyres need to be run-in for approximately 500 kilometres (300 miles). During this time, you may experience different driving characteristics. Brakes and clutch WARNING: ...

Driving through water

Driving through water CAUTIONS: Drive through water in an emergency only, and not as part of normal driving. Engine damage can occur if water enters the air filter. In an emergency, the veh ...

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