Note: The system will be switched on automatically every time you switch the ignition on.
Vehicles with stability control (ESP) switch
Note: On Focus RS, stability control (ESP) is only reduced and not switched off completely.
Press and hold the switch for one second.
The switch will illuminate. A message will be shown in the display. See Information messages.
Press the switch again to turn the system on.
For item location: See Quick start.
Vehicles without stability control (ESP) switch
To turn the system off and on. See Information displays.
Principle of operation
Parking aidFord Focus Starting System - Description and Operation
The starting system consists of the following:
Starter motor
Starter motor relay
Transmission Range (TR) sensor — automatic transaxle only
Clutch cutoff switch — manual transaxle only
Battery
Ignition switch
PCM
Start diode
When the starter solenoid is energized, a ...