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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Ford Focus Autowipers
CAUTIONS: Do not switch autowipers on in dry weather conditions. The rain sensor is very sensitive and the wipers may operate if dirt, mist or flies hit the windscreen. Replace the wiper blades as soon as they begin to leave bands of water and smears. If you do not replace them, the rai ...