Common Ford Focus Dual Clutch Transmission Issues | Explained By Ford Tech
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- Опубликовано: 23 апр 2023
- My goal in this video is to explain common issues with the dual clutch powershift automatic transmission in the 2012 to 2018 Ford focus. I want to help you understand any issues you may be having, and steer you in the right direction. Thanks for watching.
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Transmission reinstallation at home:
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Absolutely right. Changed the lower actuator that went out on a 2017 that I’m driving works fine thanks for your video.
You're welcome!
Just bought a 2014 focus se a couple days ago, only had 53000miles and looks almost new! After less than 20 miles out the dealership it developed a rattle in the back right (possibly shock) and I noticed the shudder in the transmission. Ford have it back today to look into the rattle, and I had no expectations given it was bought as-is, but your videos are giving me some peace of mind so thank you. If the trans does go belly up I’ll be using your videos thoroughly!
Awesome, glad to help. Welcome to the focus family, the have quirky transmissions, but are very reliable otherwise!
Thanks for the information. I have a 2014 se flex . While under warranty I have had 5 clutches installed since warranty went out I have change both actuator a and b lasted about 5 or 6 months went out yesterday finally got home safely. Yes this is a awesome car it’s just need the trans fixed. Thanks again.
You're welcome, thanks for subscribing! The TCM is common to fail and set actuator codes as well, just so you know (such as P090C) and the TCM is free until 2025 at the dealer.
Great video helpful information on this transmission
Thank you, I'm glad it helped!
Thank you for the description of the fork engagement - it describes my issues. Also interesting to hear the good word about the engine - I've noticed mine shows no sign of age and it has a bunch of miles on it. If the OP is reading - I had P285E codes a year ago and got 12,000 miles out of a fix whereby I sprayed carb cleaner in the TCM holes into the transmission housing and cleaned the actuators under the external covers. Today the problem came back. Does this "fix" make any sense? I have had the shudder for about 50K miles.
Hey..yeah I've heard of people pulling the actuators out and spraying cleaner on the forks with the transmission in the vehicle. I think it would be a good temp fix. If the forks barely have resistance, I bet it would last a good while.
Good explanation. I've got a 2012 Focus that has had the transmission controller module replaced in December 2020 when I suddenly started getting shuddering with a transmission alert error showing up. They had to tow it to the Ford Dealer to have the repair done. Not a single issue since replacement. The 2.0Litre engine on the standard Focus Trend is incredible for what it is. Definitely agree that they are solid engines. Just a real shame about the transmission issues.
Absolutely. People have installed manuals in these cars to get away from the auto.
@@BigBensCarsAndCycles I was wondering if I could swap out it out for a manual. How could I find one ? And how expensive is that ? Used one even ? Are there different FOCUS manual transmissions out there ? The sports one vs a less sporty manual transmission?
@frankmontez6853 I recommend the "Ford Focus MK3 Transmission Swap" group on Facebook. But you can check marketplace or salvage yards for an MTX75 transmission, and you'll need a dual mass flywheel for the non-turbo focus
@@BigBensCarsAndCycles flywheel has to changed out as well?
I did what you said I reset the trans shutter stop the next day when I got in my car It hasn’t came back I went by my buddy down the block he does got a scanner like yours no code came up at all it seems to be running pretty good but how long will that last before it starts doing it again I try to hit every point it still seems like it does got a little hesitation and second or third But I haven’t taken it to work yet I’m holding my fingers crossed I do got an appointment with Ford on Tuesday but if it holds up tomorrow should I still go
Thanks for posting this video, great information! I have a 2017, so hoping TCM is of the more reliable variety. I clutch scrub safely on my daily communte. I only get shudder on hot days after longer drives. I"ve found pausing afrer taking foot off brake at lights, and then giving it plenty of gas on takeoff solves it. Do you recommend letting off the gas slightly when the car shifts into second and third gear?
Youre welcome, happy to help! When I drive focuses, from a stop I accelerate just a little bit quicker than a car with a hydraulic transmission. And yeah, if you're accelerating hard, not a bad idea to let off a little when it shifts if you're under 3500rpm.
@@BigBensCarsAndCycles Awesome 😎 thanks 🙏
Hello
Thanks for this nice video!
I have 2017 Ford Focus. I got it with 37,000 miles in 2020. Now I have 80.000 miles.
When It shifts from 1 to 2nd gear I have shuddering on warm up engine.
I visited dealership in Chicago, IL they said they don’t have recalls for this model. If I want to fix it I have to pay myself.
What you would you advise to do to fix this shuddering? Or as far as I understood all focuses have this shuddering problem?
Can me with no mechanical skills fit it? And how?
Thanks a lot
Hi, happy to help! Yes, I've got a video on how to replace the clutch and forks with no special tools. An alternative is to drive the car hard occasionally to mitigate the shudder. Here's the video ruclips.net/video/EIJt9anfdSM/видео.html
Thank you for your generosity.
2018 Titanium with 85000 miles.
Shudders starting from stop or a very low speeds. It has been a minor nuisance.
Past 4 months have gone out in morning on 3 occasions and won't turn over.
Ten to twenty minutes battery recharged to 85%+ using small 15 amp Vector unit every time.
Dash has in past briefly displayed alarming "Transmission error, service immediately" (or something very similar). This message does go away without response, unlike CEL, lamp, tire pressure or washer fluid messages so I have dismissed it, I hope not foolishly, as part of a reset with recharging battery. Note this message did not appear this morning after incompletely reconditioning battery overnight (need to use vehicle to go to work, approximately 16 hours using same Vector unit.
I intend to replace battery tomorrow as that is simplest action with any likelihood of addressing issue.
I see I will need to reset the battery sensor afterwards.
I have also stumbled upon the procedure for resetting the transmission control module.
Would resetting either of these have a negative effect prior to replacing battery? Might they address current issues?
Hi, you're welcome. Happy to help. A failing battery can certainly cause a tcm to malfunction. Resetting anything beforehand won't hurt. I would replace the battery and reevaluate if the issue is still present. If so you'll need further diagnosis. See what code the transmission is setting. A 2018 focus shouldn't have a tcm issue. You would likely end up needing actuators or possibly forks
Is it normal from 0 to 80 km speed , when I accelerate I feel it shifting gears 2,3 times i feel behind the wheel.
Hello Ben! I must say, your channel is fantastic, and this video is packed with valuable information. I'm currently dealing with a 2011 Fiesta that's throwing error codes P0805 and P2872. Starting the car takes a bit of effort, usually on the third try, and I have to turn the key slowly. Strangely, it won't shift into 3rd gear. I've already replaced both actuators, and the car performs well otherwise. Interestingly, I also possess the special tool to manipulate the socket hole where the actuators are located, and they seem to turn smoothly without any hesitation. They return to their original position without any issues. Any help would be gladly appreciated
Hi, I appreciate you watching and I'm glad the videos are helping! I'm thinking you have a TCM issue. Did you get a letter in the mail about extended coverage through 2025? It may be free for you. You can let Ford diagnose it and fix it for free. If you call to ask, the program is called 14m02 and must show up under your vin. Other possibilities would be a bad ground for the tcm, or a bad new actuator.
@@BigBensCarsAndCycles Hi Ben Thank you for getting back to me so quickly. So I called the dealership and they told me the warranty on the vehicle has been expired and the transmission law suit that came out against Ford back in 2000 for Ford to replace any transmission issue has also needed in 2020. The service manager did mention though that he suspect my issue might be related to a TCM, but those are on backorder for over a year now. D you think the ones on Ebay are worth buying?
Hi! I'm having some issues with my 2013 focus. At first the shudder, now I'm hearing a horrible noise & I do sometimes think I feel it slipping. I have codes & was wondering if you would be able to steer me in the right direction to get this resolved. I don't want to replace the wrong part & it not fix my issue.
Hi, what codes? If you want to record the noise you can post it on my Facebook or discord group
I have a 2014 that grinds a bit between first and 2nd gear and has some chatter in reverse. Driving it home today and it actually like it goes in to neutral. We limped it home and now reverse doesn’t work and it only has 1st gear. It tries to shift to 2nd and just revs up like it’s in neutral. 155,000 miles. Any thoughts? TCM or actuators?
Today my daughters 2017 focus lost all gears and she cruised to a stop. I picked up the car and drove it home. Its acting like its skipping gears and has no power. I got a P2872 and P287A code. I cleaned the forks with brake clean and now it doesnt have reverse. Should I try a reset or adaptive learn before I replave the clutch and forks?
Hi, you can put the lower clutch actuator motor on top, and the top actuator on the bottom. If you get reverse back and lose forward, replace both actuators. If nothing changes, install a luk repset
@@BigBensCarsAndCycles Thank you for the reply Ben! I’ll do that later today and I ordered the clutch set last night and I’m currently downloading forscan.
hi! I have a 2012 ford focus sel and last night after work I wasn’t able to reverse out of my parking spot. I had to push it myself out of the spot because I’m still able to go into drive. My check engine light has been on and I also get the notification that I need a oil change even after I just got an oil change. When I’m driving i do press on the gas and it doesn’t accelerate as much. Could this be due to low transmission fluid? Or will I have to replace the clutch.
There’s a video on RUclips that tells you how to clear the code with the oil change I had the same issue but it went away it’s very simple just look it up how to clear codes for the oil change Took me 10 seconds and yes it was annoying enjoy your day
Thanks for the videos Big Ben!
I’ve got a 2017 Focus automatic that has a shudder or slipping issue from 1st to 2nd gear
The car hasnt been driven a lot and only has 36k miles. Tried the TCM reset which seemed to help, and also tried just driving it hard (someone suggested the clutches might be glazed from not being driven hard or often.
When the trans is cold it drives perfectly but the issue comes back once the car is up to temp. Recently got a CEL P060A. Cleared it and improved ground contacts to the car body. CEL Hasn’t come back but still slipping. I’m thinking TCM…. But what else could it be?
Hi! I think you either have a failing clutch actuator or more likely clutch shudder. You can get a luk repset on rock auto for 600
@@BigBensCarsAndCycles holy speedy reply!
I’ll look into the actuators then. Thank you!
Got my 2014 focus back from A local transmission shop literally YESTERDAY. The shutter/vibration is still there - shutters a lot and transmission is loud. If I’m in any gear and lightly touch the throttle for less than 1000rpm, as the engine rpm settles back down I hear a grinding noise. Wouldn’t a new clutch repair this issue since it was here before?
Yeah sounds like it needs to go back there, they may have messed up the repair
Hi. Thank for your video. I have a 2012 Focus. Have just purchased a TCM and would like your thoughts on the programming (if required) and relearning. Many thanks.
Hi.. you should be able to do the programming yourself with forscan. I've never used that but that's what DIYers do
@@BigBensCarsAndCycles Thanks, so programming is a must, cant simply install the new TCM and do a relearn.
Hi. My 2012 focus 2.0 GDI powershift shows a P07A3:00-EC (Transmission Control Module stuck on). What are the issues that could cause this? Would a gearbox service resolve it or a new clutch?
I've seen this code many times. Normally it's a seizing clutch fork. If that's what it is for you, then a clutch & fork replacement is in order. I've got a video for that if you're mechanically knowledgeable. Please consider subscribing!
Hey man I've subscribed and likeing all the videos I watch your an angel 😂 i bought a 2012 focus 2.0 auto dual clutch yesterday with "no issues" i know i got had, i just want to know what you think i should do with fixing it, where i park is quite tricky and you've gotta go back and forwards a few times to get it in and just before i parked it, it came up with transmission overheating wait 5 mins and now its started the shuddering slightly and slower gear changes what are your thoughts? TIA
Sorry to hear. What codes is it setting? P07a3 or p07a5? If so it may need a clutch job. PS I don't get notified on replies to comments, but have a discord and Facebook group
My daughter has her 2014 Focus at the Ford dealer for the 6th time. (Covington KY) Date 9/25/2023. Transmission is making a terrible noise, but still drives. Cost to repair $7300!! No typo. Last repair was $2000 not covered by warranty. Car is in beautiful shape, new tires and brakes 150,000 miles. Dealer tells her he will give her $200 on trade in. She asked for her car back and they won't until she pays them $125 for the estimate. Called several independent shops and they will not touch this transmission.
That's about right for internal gear train damage. It's an expensive transmission. I recommend sourcing a low mileage used transmission and putting a new clutch, forks, slave cylinder and tcm on it. That'll save you thousands. Or reuse tcm If it's already been replaced by Ford. But never reuse a clutch and apply components
Dont buy fords 😅
Rebuilding one, just under $600 you can buy the kit for the clutch and forks. RUclips has some easy video watching tips.
I paid over 3k November 2022! Less than 7 days later it began to have the same issue. They wanted me to bring it in and pay $179 for another diagnostic and $80hr for the tech labor. I was quoted $310 estimate. I have the TCM and transmission canister valve, the accuators replaced as well,! Ford is constantly ripping people off and that class action suit fucked over a lot of people. It's 2024 of January. My car still has issues. And tired of giv
Someone please help us( Sue )Ford correctly this time.
I have a question I got a 2013 ford focus I took it in for valve recall that went ok a couple of days ago it just stayed stuck no drive or reverse I put transmission fluid I try resetting transmission starting it on neutral because it only starts random but for now it’s stuck….please help
Hi, you need to have codes scanned. If it's a clutch fork failure, $3,000, if it's the TCM, it's free at ford
I have a 2014 focus hatchback that is out of warranty. I originally had a shudder and bucking problem that was fixed by Ford when the warranty was still in effect. It ran fine for quite a while. Now it is making a loud "buzzing" noise on start up and when accelerating which dies down at idle. I had it to Ford for diagnosis and they said it needs a clutch job. There's no bucking or shudder but the shifting does not feel particularly crisp. Any thoughts?
I'd have to hear it, the actuators could be buzzing
Jan 24 2024 6:13 pm
Hi.
Our car had clutch replaced under warranty in July 2020. Now out of warranty and have been advised should do clutch assembly kit from LUK by an ex ford mechanic.
Wondering if you would know what could happen if I left it until broke down? What situation could i find myself in?
Thanks, Elle
Hi.. if you keep driving it with heavy shudder and engagement concerns, the clutch can overheat and leave you stranded.
Hi . I have a 2012 Focus 2.9 diesel Auto and it is giving me P0771 Shift Solinoid E as well as P0766 shift solinoid D messages. The car drives OK if I reset engine light, although jerky, but soon gies into limp mode.
Took it to Ford who just say the trans fluid is “ contaminated”. Any thoughts from you?
Unfortunately we don't have the focus diesel in my market, so I'm unfamiliar. By "contaminated" they could mean there's evidence of catastrophic damage (metal, burnt friction material). You could always get a second opinion at another shop.
Thank you for your video's . I have a 2014 Titanium, with under 90.000 miles my issue is after going threw all the gears with no issues soon after it pops into neutral. I would appreciate any info on what mite be causing this issue.
Any fault codes? If not, my first thought is an issue with a clutch B actuator motor
Duel clutch
I have a 2018 and I had to replace the bottom actuator which controls 2,4,6 add reverse. I went on the head and replaced the top one also. I've cleaned all of the grounding points. I still have that shuddering not near as much but still there. I thought I read where it said the actuators are good for about 60,000 miles. Does that sound about right? Thank you and good video
You're welcome. New ford actuators should last a very long time. 100-200k + miles. Sounds like you need a clutch and fork job to smoothen out the rest of the shuddering. Or just drive the car hard once in a while to mitigate shudder. LuK has a repset with comes with clutch and forks for $650 on amazon. It's all oem parts too. I'm not sponsored or affiliated
I have a 2015 fiesta just had a Machanic put another transmission in it and going down the highway it sounds like something scrubbing in it what could they look at next
If it wasn't doing it before, the new (used) trans might have worn final drive bearings
I have a 2014 my car want go in gear no crank not showing it's in any gear on dash could this be the transmission neutral sensor?
Hi, it could be the tcm. That's free at the dealer until next year. As long as that's what they determine the issue is
My 2014 focus is shifting regularly when firstvstarted up and driven but after bout 5mi. It no longer shifts through all of the gears, sometimes the display will sayvclutch A stuck engaged, is this going to bad clutch actuator or what could it be?
Turn clutch A by hand with a reset tool check my other videos for help
I have a 2017 Focus, and the trans seems to work well, it only has 53,000 miles on it. After driving it a while sometimes it seems to slip a little, especially when turning. Could it be low on fluid from the factory? Thanks for your great video.
Hi, low fluid level won't cause any noticeable concerns with clutch slippage. If theres no codes, you can try a manual adaptive learn. That's taken care of a cold 1-2 slip on mine. I've got a video for that. Note: 2017 and 18's are really bad about the clutch actuator motors failing, so thats another thing you can replace. OEM ones only
I got one of those Ford Focus Hatched back from the car lot but I seen that you said it was still under warranty is got 90,000 miles on it could I take it to one of the Ford dealers and get them to related parts fixed and what do I need in order to go to the dealer I don’t have no paperwork really only from the car lot
Hi. Yeah if the TCM has failed (transmission module) its free at Ford until 2025)
Hello,
I have a 2017 Focus that lately ive noticed when i accelerate out of a complete stop and the automatic transmission shifts into first gear it makes a gurgling sound and struggles a bit before fully shifting. It does not do that in any of the higher gears or when I am driving at highway speeds.
The Focus has just over 77K miles on it.
I dont have a lead foot when driving and tend to accelerate/brake accordingly as to try and get the most out of my Focus.
Any help with what could potentially be going on would be greatly appreciated!
Thank you very much for your time!
Do you have the 1.0L 3 cylinder engine? Sounds like a pump or torque converter issue.
If you have a 2.0L duratec, you possibly have a clutch actuator failing. Thanks for watching!
@@BigBensCarsAndCycles I believe it is the 2.0L engine with the 4 cylinder since I only have 4 spark plugs to replace when doing the tune up.
Thank you for getting back to me, I appreciate your help!
@danielibarra836 you're welcome! Yeah I'd just recommend getting 2 new oem ford actuators and try that! I have a video for that 😃 good luck!
@@danielibarra836try changing the transmission fluid. The clutch packs wear and the fluid gets dirty and usually results in a rough take off and shift between 1st and 2nd
@BigBensCarsAndCycles hope I can ask for some advice, over the past 6 months I have had to replace the output speed sensor and both turbine speed sensors. each sensor failed on its own and gave a different code each time, I would replace the sensor and issue would be fixed, ohm readings would be different between old and new sensor. I replaced the 3 sensors within 3 months and 5-6k miles. then i got a code again for one of the turbine sensors and found new sensor failed, replaced again and then a few weeks later i got error for the other turbine sensor, again it failed and replaced and car is currently working. Could tcm be damaging the new sensors? parts were all oem motorcraft from Rock auto
The connectors like to get frayed/corroded wiring next to the connector itself. I would say if the OEM sensors fail twice each, then try replacing the tcm
@@BigBensCarsAndCycles ok, hopefully I can get a dealer to replace it, its a 2014 and is less the 10 years since in service date and only has 44k on it so it should be covered under the extended thing. thanks for the reply
hi ben i have 2015 hatchbach se automatic code is p0902 can we replace clutch A actuator just let me know if i can replace this part would be work
hi. that p0902 is either a bad clutch A actuator, or a bad TCM. you can swap locations of the actuator A and B and see if the code changes to a P090C. If it does, replace the actuators. If it stays a P0902, replace the TCM
I have a 2012 and i lost 2nd, 4th, 6th and reverse. Code said stuck clutch b, clutch b actuator not working and a low voltage code. I was in the middle of cleaning a rusty ground and using the special tool to clean actuator b went i broke actuator b. The shaft out of the bottom of the transmission is now lose with no tension
Sounds like you'll need to replace the forks then. Might as well do the clutch and slave while you're in there. Also if your code was p090c that's typically a tcm problem. But with a clutch B stuck code (p287a?) Might of had a fork problem also
My 2014 ford focus se do the ff
Transmission over heat.
Will not change to lower gear. Can l change the tcm
I'd turn both clutches by hand to make sure the forks aren't seizing - before buying a tcm. What codes are in it? Thanks for watching!
where is the torque convertor clutch selenoid located can i get to it to replace it 2013 focus
Hi, there is none on the dual clutch auto
My parents have a 2017 Focus SE bought used with around 34,000 on the odometer, and it was apparent that the clutch pack was on its way out. At about 35,000 miles, the clutch pack and a leaky motor mount were replaced under warranty. We haven’t had any issues since, and we’ve just past 50,000 miles. If those trends continue, we should have to replace the clutch pack again at about 70,000 miles. What should I look out for?
When it starts shuddering again, just drive it hard occasionally to mitigate the shudder. Keep driving it until a clutch fork locks up, the clutch should last at least 100k miles
I have a 2016 it doesn't slip in the gears smoothly when driving. Next week im getting the screen cleaned and flushed wtih new fluid. Other than the control module what do you think it might be because one day i started and drove it a bit and it said the transmission was overheating.
Clutch and clutch forks. Servicing the fluid won't fix it
@@BigBensCarsAndCycles ok thank God I still have a warranty on the car til December
I just bought a 2014 Ford Focus hatchback and it feels like it slips from first to third as it goes from a stop sign there's a problem with the transmission with a code show up on the dash?
Hi it won't always set a code but usually. With a jump when slowing down it may be a bad tcm which is free until 2025 at the dealer if it's the issue
Have 2014 focus se when im at stop and take off it has a shutter and tires want to peel out would that be clutch
Sounds like poor tire traction to me
Yow sir, new subscriber here.. Just wanna ask about 2011 focus tdci 2.0 at powershift, i have issues now on my focus. The traction control light came out and it says transmission function limited. And i feel every shift of the car and much worst in downshifts in 3rd to 2nd it feels like sudden brake.. When i turn off the car its gone, and after 5kilomiters there it goes again. Hope you can help sir.
That sounds like a failing TCM, you can verify by checking for the following codes: p0606, u0100, u0101. And thank you very much for subscribing!
How do I fix the shuddering issue i have 2012 fiesta
Hello ben i have a question,i just replaced my tcm on my 2014 Ford focus ,and have code p0806,p0809 and p087e .the car star no problem but then transmission stop working. Can be the actuators?thank you great channel👍👍
Yes, that could be the actuators. Also make sure your tcm grounds are tight.
Thank you so much Ben👍👍
would you have to replace clutch before replacing the tcm? I have a 2016 ford focus. a ford tech told me to do it in that order.
Depending on the issue, potentially. If you have a seizing clutch fork, it'll prevent adaptive learning after tcm replacement
@@BigBensCarsAndCycles So if I replace tcm and still having the same issues , it’s more than likely the clutch fork/clutch?
I just got a 2017 Fiesta SE with the dual clutch auto, with 79k some odd, on the clock, and so far she just seems to act like a dual clutch. If there is an issue with engagement, I have not noticed it yet. I'm not completely used to the feel of the dual clutch, after driving CVT and standard auto based, for some time, but she seems to function fine, both in drive, and sport. (Knock on wood)
The 2017s came with the redesigned tcm from the factory, so the only concern you'll have besides shudder would be clutch forks. You should be fine for a while. Congrats on your purchase. I work on these cars at my job and do videos, so please consider subscribing!
@@BigBensCarsAndCycles Thanks! I am finding that my car wants to be driven like a fully manual. In automatic mode, When I give her a good amount of throttle from a standstill, very briefly back off, just as you do coming from first to second gear in a typical manual, then proceed with throttle, there is no shudder at all. The same is true of manual sport mode, of course. I feel like a lot of people don't understand that a dual clutch doesn't operate, or behave the same as a CVT, or torque converter tranny, which is what most automatics are. This car is really for those that understand how a manual typically works, and can operate the accelerator pedal like it's a manual. That's just what it seems like. Subscribed for sure!
I don’t have a shudder on my 2014 2L TDCI but when I try to pull away from a stop or after slowing right down, I get a thud from the gearbox as though everything comes in with a bang again. I’ve been told a new clutch is needed along with the plastic spacers that all wear out? Anyone else getting this thud/bang cause all I ever see are shudder issues.
I haven't heard of that, but I'm not familiar with diesel Focus as that's not in my market. Perhaps you can check your lower transmission mount for integrity
Hey Ben, I read through all the common and didn't see anyone else with a similar issue. I just bought a 2014 Focus SE with the powershift and it drives and shifts well with no issue until I tried to drive it a long distance and a message popped up for overheating wait 5 mins. This message would come on while I'm cruising at 70mph in D or S after 15 -20 miles but it seems to do it less while in manual mode. The only code I got is p2787, should check the dealer for a new TCM or invest in a new clutch kit? Thanks
I think you'll end up looking for the clutch kit with that problem. I've got videos on how to pull the transmission in the driveway and a video on how to replace the clutch and forks with basic hand tools only. Hope this helps! Rockauto has clutch actuators too for $110 each (standard motor products). Always a good idea to replace those when you get a bad clutch failure.
Hey Ben I have 2013 focus I was having issues and got mail for the recall for the TCM I took the car in and the dealer said I have a cracked case inside where the shift lever sits in the transmission the dealer told me that this is a common issue I have not heard this anywhere or in any of your videos do you have any experience with this or is it a bad dealer trying to up charge?
@josephtatum6866 the only common case breaking issue is the shift drum stops breaking. Check out my video for P287B diagnosis
I was cleaning my acutators on top and something popped out, I thought it was grease gunck, so as I was putting it all back together I found a washer with teeth on one end and I realized that the acutator no long snapped back after turning it counter clockwise. Took it for a test drive and the warning light came on for transmission over heat. Now it doesn't go forward only backwards and engine light came back on. Do I need to replace the transmission? Because now I know that washer was supposed to be inside somewhere. Thank you 😊
I am unsure what that washer is you speak of. I'd love to see a picture of it, you can post it in my facebook group (link is on my channel) If you'd like. And since your fork doesn't snap back to the released position you'll need a clutch job with forks. Not the entire transmission. If you are good with mechanical repairs, I've got videos on how to do the clutch job and it'll cost you under $800
@BigBensCarsAndCycles I drew it because I put it back in the center top of the top transmission hole for acutator. Thank you.
I’m sorry for contacting you again but what if I don’t turn fork over and just replace the actuators ? As I said , slipping gears badly and first code was transmission electrical system and i then cleaned all grounds to bare metal. No more code . Slipping went away for a few days . But still slipping badly after and no codes . So what if i don’t turn fork 11 times as you’ve recommended? It’ll correct itself anyway? Or do i need to get that special tool to get in actuator socket?
I don't mind answering questions. Turning the forks is a diagnostic step, not a required thing. You can just replace the actuators and see if it fixes it. You might want to let Ford diagnose it, as it may be a tcm which is free for you until 2025
@@BigBensCarsAndCycles let’s hope that they give me a TCM .. last time i tried to get help from local dealers or the 800 Ford company they sent me to local dealers. And they said no recall
My 2012 ford focus se has been having issues since about 22k miles. It started with grinding and shuddering between it shifting from first to second gear. It’s gotten worse to the point it’s at 39k miles with the same issue, but now it grinds constantly when sitting, coasting at about 30-45mph. I don’t know what the issue is. Grinding, shuddering, delay in speeding up are all issues I’ve had. Knock on wood, my car hasn’t stopped driving or failed yet. Any ideas?
I think you have clutch shudder and chatter. And the best repair is to replace the clutch, forks and slave cylinder.
@@BigBensCarsAndCycles yeah, the Ford dealership said that the part I need is on back order because they can’t find it anywhere so I’m not sure on how long it will take
I have a 2018 focus they put a used transmission in it right after I bought it because the other one failed overheating. Now when I take off from a stop it is like it is shuddering in 1st and 2nd gear I was tilt the transmission might need programmed to the car and ideas
You'll want to replace the clutch, forks and slave to get rid of shudder. And, the old transmission is probably fine and just needs the same thing. Aldo, driving the car hard can mitigate shudder
I have a 2014 hatch se ...i do notice a shudder but only after it gets hot or a lil bit of driving when its cold or sat for a lil while its fine and the shudder is only from a stop from 1st to 2nd then its good ....any advice is appreciated thanks
Typical clutch shudder. In a safe manner, you can accelerate at full throttle several times (when merging on the freeway, etc) it will scrub the clutch and reduce shudder for a period of time. Good luck! Thanks for watching.
@@BigBensCarsAndCycles is the shudder a sign of a problem? Like, if I don't do the acceleration thing to scrub the clutches by a certain time, the shudder will cause damage?
@@christopherburns5170 @BigBensCarsAndCycles I’m curious about this as well? Is it ok to continue driving with a shudder?
@@christopherburns5170 I just saw your response. No, you won't hurt anything if you ignore the shudder.
@@Ketchumjordy it's fine to continue driving with shudder. It will not harm the internal gears or bearings of the transmission
I have a 2017 focus with roughly 123,000 mikes.
New clutch, new motor mounts, fresh transmission oil.
The clutch and motor mounts made a world of difference.
HOWEVER i have an issue i hope you can help me with.
Randomly (usually only when i have had to stop and go continuously all day) the car will shudder from stop position between first and se ond gears.
Not all the time but when it does it it does it several times in a row.
Other than that it runs fine.
Should i run it hard through those gears when it does that, drive slowly through it, or what? Thanks for the help.
Yes, run it hard when it shudders. Stop and go driving isn't good for these transmissions and can cause clutch shudder. Just drive it hard and it'll mitigate shudder.
@BigBensCarsAndCycles Thanks for the video and the quick response. I can't afford to go to the dealership everytime I have a sound coming from my transmission so this video is really helpful. And so is your response.
@BigBensCarsAndCycles So I've tried your advice and for the most part it has powered through the shuddering between first and second gears. It still does it pretty often from stop. But it's better when I push through pretty heavy when possible.
There have been a couple of times where the shuddering continued for 2 or 3 seconds before finally resolving.
Again, new clutch, new fluid, new mounts.
❤ thank you for helpful video... I have 2012 Ford focus automatic.. i have a transmission issue... Took to a dealer was charge a $ 1000 on a control module ..
3 months later still have a problem . I hear the control module shifting by itself when the engine is off ..
Also sometimes it cranking . Sometimes
It doesn't .. also it beeping transmissions overheating.. ..would you let me known
What exactly off the transmission symptoms. I loved my Ford focus with
A 289000 miles on it...the engine is still
Champion....thank you sir....
I'm glad the videos helped! Most commonly you'll need a clutch and fork replacement for an overheating clutch. Occasionally it's an actuator
How do you know if the module is good or bad thanks
If it's setting certain fault codes or symptoms you'll know it bad
My 2014 focus is throwing code P0844. It was dropping into neutral particularly at low speeds. I disconnected the lower cluctch actuator harness, cleaned it and put it back, cleared the code. It ran great for about two weeks and now the code is back, dropping into neutral and not shifting to 6th gear.
Did the code come back? Might be the tcm. Free at Ford till 2025 if that's the diagnosis there.
Thanks for the quick response btw, your videos are great. I was thinking about changing the actuator since cleaning the connector helped for two weeks and it’s a cheap part. Plus I could do it myself and not be out of a car for a month minimum, but I don’t know if replacing the actuator makes any sense at all with the symptoms and codes.
@27Jumper worth a shot, actuators won't always set codes when they fail. I'm glad the videos helped, thanks for watching
Hey I recently got my tcm replaced after the car not wanting to go past first gear but now it’s driving fine but sometimes out of nowhere when I’m driving and the gear changes into 3 or 4th the engine revs into high rpm before going into the next gear would that be the clutch just asking before I go do something It doesn’t need and no codes
Hi, does it shudder too? If so it may be the clutch
@@BigBensCarsAndCycles yes it shudders
@@jefrymendoza7624 Since you have a new oem tcm, it most likely needs a clutch, forks and slave cylinder. amzn.to/3TFF4jN
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Hey sorry to be a bother but I had question I was moving my car and put it in reverse but when I put it into drive the whole car jumped and turned off completely and won’t turn back on does that mean it locked up the engine or it just turned off cause of transmission problems
@@jefrymendoza7624 there's probably a seized clutch fork
Hi Ben! My 2014 ford focus se wont go reverse. It drives on D mode. S modes drives but the screen on the odometer doesn't show that im on sports mode. Shifts to rough and high rpm. Codes says P087a clutch position sensor #B circuit. What could the problem be. Thanks.
Hi! You should swap locations of clutch Actuator a and b. See if the issue transfers. If it does, replace both clutch actuators. I have a video for that. If the issue doesn't transfer to a, then replace the TCM. I've got a video for that too. Thanks for watching, please subscribe!
I did switched the actuators but the problem still the same. Thank you for your time and more power to your channel.
@jt4989 forgot to add, your tcm should be free at the dealer due to an active extended coverage through ford
Installed and relearn a used TCM and it work. Now it's been driving good. Thank you again Ben!
I just replaced the actuators in 2017 with parts from Amazon worked for 2 weeks and codes p0806 came back and it's shifting weird again. My question is do you think the parts from Amazon are suspect or I have another issue
I think the amazon actuators are suspect. You can swap the locations of the actuators and see if the code transfers to the opposite clutch
Thank you very much for taking your time to reply
Can I change the dual clutch fluid every time I do the clutch. Or is there a time where it's too late to change the fluid.
You can reuse the fluid. I suggest changing it every 50k miles or less, to prolong the life of the synchronizers and bearings
Do one of your videos explain when it's says The transmission has overheated?@@BigBensCarsAndCycles
Hello Ben, is there an interesting and insightful video. My Ford focus is making a whining noise when it is about to shift has 150,000 miles on it I can send you video thank you if you have any insight
I've got a facebook and discord group, if you want to join one and post a video of the noise. It maybe a bad synchronizer or noisy actuator
The issue I have on my 2012 focus is when going uphill and maintaining 20 to 35 mph the revs bounce by 500rpm like it can't figure out what gear to be in.
Other issue is the passenger wheel hopes from any start.
your rev cycling could be a failing clutch actuator (the 2 motors on the transmission) so you can replace both of those, and if that doesn't fix it, do a clutch and fork replacement. But first, if you see fluid leaking from the bell housing, that's more than likely causing the clutch slippage
The tire hop from a stop may be from bald tires. Not sure, I'd have to see
took my 2012 ford focus to the ford dealership witch lost reverse and it came back again. Had a code p287a. They said it was clutch B fork problem. They replaced the clutch both forks and seals and did a relearn. $2800 later 2 weeks later same problem. Same code. What else could cause this. Thanks
Is that your only code? Did they replace everything including the clutch, forks, slave cylinder? Sounds like somethings still sticking. You can try swapping positions of the upper and lower clutch actuators to see if the code transfers to the other clutch, which would indicate a bad actuator
Everything was changed including seals. That is the only code.
my son just bought a 2014 a few months ago, it just now has random shuddering issues on take off, some days it doesn't do it all, some it does it multiple times a day, it has no trouble codes yet either
it did come with the warranty papers for the TCM i think...hope its covered, he can't afford a $3k clutch job
Unfortunately there's no more Ford clutch warranty past 7yr 100k miles from when the 1st owner bought the car. He can drive the car hard occasionally to mitigate the shudder. Or you guys can replace the clutch yourself for 700 bucks (buy a luk repset) I've got videos on how to replace it
We bought a 2014 focus two months ago. 108,000 miles. It now has a "Transmission Fault, Service Now" message. Won't shift out of 3rd gear, and sometimes feels like it's in neutral while driving. I pulled the actuators today and checked them (stuck a 6mm allen in them, turned and it released back to original position), so I'm assuming they're working correctly. Have numerous codes which refer to clutch A (actuator, sensor). Any thoughts? Actuator or TCM? Thank you
What codes are they exactly? Got a p0606?
@@BigBensCarsAndCycles as a matter of fact, yes
p0805, p0806, p0900 also
I googled p0606. It's the TCM?
I hate to bother you again, but I was just looking for a little feedback on my previous question. It sure would help me out. Just subscribed earlier. Congrats on 7K!
I have a 2015 Focus, recently got a p090c error code, wasnt able to shift / go into reverse. Parker and tried again a few hours later and it worked fine. Later I reset the TCM and havent encountered the same issue. Car only has 86k as i dont drice it much the last few years.
Gotcha.. most likely the TCM. But you can swap the upper and lower clutch actuators, clear codes, and see if P090c comes back. If it switches to a P0902 then the actuator is bad. If it stays a p090c, then its the tcm. I've got videos for replacing both. Good luck, pls subscribe!
@@BigBensCarsAndCycles Thanks! It was very strange, was at a stoplight, went green, hit gas and there was a bit of a lurch and it wouldn't shift out of 1st as made it home slowly. Would you recommend transmission fluid change as well with 86k KM (so about 53k miles) ?
I’ve tried to research symptoms for a 2014 Focus clutch, and from what I can gather hard shuttering is the main one for a clutch. I was looking through the comments and didn’t see any definitive answer specifically towards a clutch problem. I know you’re probably tired of seeing the same question but here I am asking lol.
Generally for clutch problems is the main symptom hard shuttering, and if it’s starting to go then it’s light shuttering?
Yes, the clutch shudder is pretty much a normal characteristic of this transmission. You can drive the car hard occasionally to mitigate the shudder.
Thank you!!
I bought a 2014 Ford Focus Se about a year ago with seeming no issues. Sometimes the shifting was a little sluggish, but that was it. Recently I started to notice shuttering, mainly going from 1st to 2nd gear and then a few days later, I couldn't go in reverse, scanned it and had Code: P090C-00 Clutch Actuator B. After watching one of your videos, I was able to change both actuators myself, when I did it, I took that special tool and moved it back and forth with a little wd-40 to clear it from any dust or gunk, to my surprise they both move freely with no resistance after I was done, the car drove great and shifted better than ever for 2 weeks, then one day the shuttering came back and I lost reverse again, I read somewhere that after you replace the clutch actuators, a Ford Technician has to reset it with special tools, is that true? I'm trying to do everything myself if possible, and would be greatly appreciated. You're videos have been a blessing for me, thank you.
Hi, p090c indicates a tcm problem, free at the dealer until next year
I just took it to the Ford dealership and they told me that they want to start by replacing both clutches for $3000 and go from there. I'm suspicious, when I spun the forks, they moved great.
I have a 2012 sel ford focus, and it does have that shutter sound , but recently when i accelerate, its super noisy, any reason why?
I would need to listen to the sound to tell you what it could be
@BigBensCarsAndCycles is there an email ,or somewhere I can send you a video?
@@robertjuarez4381 I've got a facebook group facebook.com/groups/956878662416948
So essentially the TCM in 2016 + cars has been updated, so i'd only really have to worry about the clutches and actuators?
Yes. Late 2016, and all 17 and 18
Hi Ben, I got a 2017 ford focus with a dual clutch transmission. The issue that I have on the transmission is from the second gear to thrid gear you can feel a shuddering, no all the time (also depend how hard you drive, you will feel more). No check engine light. Only 69K. What will be a good diagnostic for it? What will be the first to repair?
It's probably time for a clutch job. I'm sure you didn't want to hear that.
@@BigBensCarsAndCycles
Mines a 16,
I've had the transmission retrained at 8k miles,
Again at 15k
Engine rebuilt at 20k (dealership didn't replace oil during a change)
Clutch replaced by Ford at 24k, and then redone because the clutch was broken again at 26k.
I'm at 27k now..
And the tranny slips and over Revs from a stop or a slow down.
It's going up to like 5 or 6k just speeding up to 20mph in traffic.
My car is ford focus 2018 hatchback and doesnt do reverse and acceleration doesnt go up more than 50 its 61000 miles ?? What could be the problem ???
Any codes? It may be bad clutch actuators
It called a lemon.
I have one been through 4 transmissions .
A car manufacturer tried dry shifting a transmission in the 50's it failed too.
Sounds accurate to me. It's problematic down to the design
ive read on some forums that the dealership wont do anything about the shuddering. are you saying that they will put in the new module as long as it is under 150k miles?
At the moment, if the tcm fails, the dealer will replace it for free until next year regardless of miles on the car or if it's a rebuilt title
@@BigBensCarsAndCycles Do you happen to know which codes are included for the TCM replacement under the program?
What about p0809 clutch position sensor how hard is it to fix
@@youngheartoldsoul824 normally I've seen that's a problem with the clutch actuator motors
@@BigBensCarsAndCycles do I need to do a rest on the transmission after I install them ?
Car drives perfectly fine (not shutter) but after driving for about 10 mins the car starts missing gears, RPMs shoot high, will not go into reverse. CEL code says P090C; would you classify this as a Clutch or TCM issue.
Thanks!!
Hi, that's a Tcm issue. You can verify by swapping locations of the upper and lower clutch actuators. If the code stays the same, replace the tcm. If the code changes to a p0902, replace both clutch actuators. Thanks for watching, please subscribe!
It might be cheaper and simpler to swap it out for a manual ? Finding one though .. I left you questions and comments about mine on your video about code PO703A P0702 16 Focus SE. how much would you Or similar shop charge for repairs?
Roughly $3,000 to fix the automatic. Thank you for watching
It will likely cost around the same to swap in a manual versus fixing the auto, but it can make the car bulletproof reliable having a manual
I had mine done 6 times, ready for number 7. This time not covered, glad I have extended warranty till 160000. I will have to pay 500. Also my 2014 focus SE, engine running rough, bit if TCM, COVERED TILL 2025 THROUGH FORD.
Focus in shop now to fix clutch for the 3rd time. Car still under warranty so I don’t pay anything( we purchased the focus as a CPO from Ford.) Will be purchasing the Ford extended service plan at end of the month to cover next 3 years…
Thanks, I just subscribed to your channel. We have a 2017 Ford Focus Titanium. We purchased the car 3 years ago as a CPO vehicle so we are still covered under power train warranty until next month. Car is in Ford service now about to get its 3rd clutch ( free to me because of CPO warranty) I have read that these are good engines, do you agree that they are good? Does it seem reasonable , if we keep up with oil changes, that getting 150000 miles on the engine is obtainable? ( I know you can’t fully predict these things) We are thinking about keeping the car, in spite of the clutch issues, and purchasing a Ford extended service warranty for an extra 3 years….Do you think , based on your expert knowledge of this car, that keeping it in spite of 3 clutch repairs, with an extended warranty ( power train) seems like a good decision to do so? thanks…
Never have I a seen a car with more rebuilt or salvaged titles than the Focus and I suspect a lot of those cars have transmission problems because I have never heard anything bad about the 2.0 I4. Love that engine and the styling, however the transmission problems scare me from buying one. Just imagine how perfect they would be if only they used a torque converter.
mine only shudders in 2nd gear here in Germany but it is an American spec 40k miles 2018 after a long drive when the temperature is warm, you all think it is the control mod? seems to do it more when raining or snowing, that led me to think it was the traction control but now that it is getting warm outside it does it only after longer drives 25+ miles in temps over 70 degrees, yup this is a strange one.
Hi, that may just be the clutch itself shuddering. Which can be lessened by driving the car hard occasionally
I have a 2014 Ford Focus with 112k miles on it. I recently bought it, and when we test drove it, it drove perfectly fine. However, about a week later, it started to jerk weirdly in the third gear. The RPM would go super high, and it wouldn't let me move. It slowly got worse, and I started experiencing stalls at red lights for a couple of seconds as it wouldn't let me shift. After my dad test drove it, he drove it hard, and the transmission overheated, causing the check engine light to come on. We called a mechanic, and he suggested replacing the actuators since the car had some old, cheap ones in it. However, that didn't fix the issue.
The day after getting the actuators replaced, I drove it to work, and the transmission overheated again, rendering it undrivable. I couldn't even turn the car on anymore. We had it towed to the Ford dealership, and they replaced the TCM as it's a recall on the car, and it was free. Unfortunately, this also didn't fix the problem. The dealership suggests fixing the clutch next, so now we are looking around for the cheapest place to get that fixed since the dealership offered to fix it at $3,800, which is WAY too much. Anyways, wish us luck; hopefully, fixing the clutch will officially resolve the issue.
Hi, that should fix your issue and leave you with a very reliable car since the tcm is also new. You can buy the oem kit on amazon and save $1k on parts markup at the dealer amzn.to/48ppwVJ
@@BigBensCarsAndCyclesawesome thank you!
hello sir i have ford focus 2010 dtci 2.0 . i am facing problems with transmission ,the scanner shows code ForkC stuck ..my mechanic replace transmission valve body transmission fluid filter,now he says he need to chenge forkC ,could you please suggest me on this
We don't have that in my market, so I'm unfamiliar. It kind of looks like it may be the same dual clutch transmission as I'm talking about. However there is no clutch fork C..just A and B. So I need some more information on what's going on
@@BigBensCarsAndCycles Sir Thank you for your response,Actully after i was facing problem with transmission ,gear shift was very abnormal. Trasmission was shuddering,jerking ,initially there was high rpm to shift the gears ,and sometimes it missing the gear shift in short slipping .And after scanning the car this code appeared ( P284B Shift fork C Stuck )
@@amitmohite7619 Can you confirm this is a DPS6 powershift transmission? The shop manual for me doesn't list that code. I've looked it up online, and would suspect an issue either with the TCM or internal damage to the shift fork/synchronizers. Obviously the TCM would be cheaper to replace first in that situation if it's intermittent.
I have already spent lot of money on this car for transmission rectification but no solutions so far ...help me if you get something on it .Thank you sir
It’s 6tdc
Can failing actuators make my transmission over heat
Yes it's possible. But usually it's a clutch fork
I have a 2015 and i check the forks and seams good spring right back but runs for a wile and strarts jerking and not going well afyer that and reverse not working
Any tcm codes?
My wife drives the car and she perked cuple weeks ago and these morning its running like nothing hapens
No codes no lights
@@rojorios319 since there's no codes, it may be worth replacing both clutch actuators before doing a clutch job. The actuators can fail without setting a code. I've got a video for replacing them. You can also swap the upper and lower actuators to see if the problem switches to forward instead of reverse. That will confirm an actuator issue.
I tok the car to a shop and they said transmission got rebuild but i find out the only thing they did change the bottom actuator was replase with a used one
We have a 2018 focus with some type of clutch issue... It is saying one of the clutch actuators is stuck... I think number 2 if I recall... It works better when it's warm out but we'll get some high revs while driving and then it catches,.. The last trip we took with it it flashed something on the dash that said trans hot pull over and cool down for 5 or 10 minutes.... I ended up towing the car the rest of the way home as it was less than a mile back to the house... When it said trans hot you could hear the actuators doing some kind of cycle and the engine would not start.... And in fact before we left town we had trouble getting it to start with the engine nearly cold... Had been sitting a couple hours at least... Like the engine would not turn over.... Not sure if this is signs of tcm failure or if the clutch or one of the actuators would be to blame... Thanks in advance for any insight you may be able to provide
Hi, what code exactly is it setting?
@@BigBensCarsAndCycles I will have to scan it again... I will let you know... Thank you for the reply
It is setting 3 different codes
P06B8 P07A3 P2872
@@thehightechredneck9777 clutch A stuck engaged. I've got videos to help diagnose that
Yes hats what the scanner said... We replaced the actuator but still setting the codes
at 2:45 the license plate blur is delayed and one can read it. If you have reasons to hide it, might wanna fix it
I had to have my dual clutch replaced on my Ford Focus SEL 2017. The transmission overheated - had to tow it. It would make a HORRIBLE noise when we would turn it off during this ordeal. Does anyone else have this same experience? Is the shut off noise fixed after the dual clutch is replaced?
It may just be bad clutch actuators since it's a 2017. Or it could be seizing clutch forks. I'd get it diagnosed if it's already at a shop. Or let me know what codes are all in it. If you reply, please thumbs up this comment so I get a notification
i have 2017 with the same issue check engine light came on and its slipping . then next day i got a transmission heat warning. i have 99k on it and have appointment for a diagnostics at ford dealer but they are charging me. Is this not covered ? I still have payments left on this car through ford credit. please help with any info. @@BigBensCarsAndCycles
Ben
I have a 2018 Ford Focus and it has shutter not there all of the time. No engine check light. Took it to ford today and they said it has a slight shutter and will get worse over time. The quoted me 4200.00 to change the clutch, forks and actuators. They said there is no Warranty and you said it has a 7 year 100,000 mile. Can you tell me what you were addressing or did for tell me a bunch of BS.
Thanks Denton Aylor
That sounds accurate about what they're saying. Driving it hard occasionally can mitigate the shudder. $4200 is pretty steep, its usually closer to 3k in my area
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Ben
Can you confirm that there is no Warranty for the 2018 Focus. I understand this is a Design problem, if I replace the clutch will this happen again and again. Other comments seem to suggest that the failure will keep reoccurring.
Thanks Again Denton Aylor
After driving my 2014 Focus for 8 years, my engine light suddenly came on and the won't start. The mechanic told me both actuators had to be replaced, as well as the modulator costing about $2.5K. The Ford Dealer said it would take them months to get the parts, but this guy said he could get them wholesale if I paid half up front. This happened very suddenly one morning. Up till then I had no warning of any serious problem. Over the years the transmission went out just a few times while driving, and I had to pull over. But, I was always able to get it back to normal after pausing a few minutes and restarting the vehicle. I'm really torn between getting it fixed and investing in a new car. I've come to like my little black hatchback. Some people say it's not worth it, and that it will happen again even after being fixed. I have to make a decision fast. Any advice? There was a video I saw about doing a transmission reset. I'm desperate without my car. Will try anything.
Wait, STOP!!! it's likely just the TCM failure - and its FREE at the dealership until 2025! Regardless of miles. You won't have to pay a dime. Assuming by modulator, they meant module
I saw that video about the transmission reset, I believe thats for different issues which cause a transmission limp (such as overheating clutch) and won't help you.
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Hello! I have a 2012 Ford Focus. I don’t know much about cars so excuse my wording lol.
We too received the recall letter and sent it in and was told it wasn’t the TCM that it was the clutch?
Ever since the car has a hard time going after ever stop light. You can say it accelerates and then comes back down and most times just looses power until I put it down to L and back up to Drive. I’ve been told it’s the clutch, others that it’s the “cylinders” again I don’t know much about cars so it is hard for me to explain what is going on but refuse for it to just sit there now.
Let me add that they did nothing to the car since it didn’t “qualify” so we just paid to get it checked 😬
Ben
Can you confirm that there is no Warranty for the 2018 Focus. I understand this is a Design problem, if I replace the clutch will this happen again and again. Other comments seem to suggest that the failure will keep reoccurring.
Thanks Again Denton Aylor
Correct, no warranty.
I bought this focus 2012 se had 95000 miles on it loved it sent it to California for my daughter and last Friday the 1st of September the transmission light came on. Going to ford today they said if it’s the TCM it’s a free job I have a carmax warranty thru end of October if ford wants a lot of money to fix. Idk what carmax would do we’ve bought from them before with no issues. I’m sure they have a auto service area that would cover her fix during the 90 day warranty or what do I do?’i haven’t even made the first car payment yet and it took a dump on my kiddo who’s in college there I’m in Washington I have my fingers crossed that Ford will be honest with me and just re program and fix the issue at no charge. I’m looking for a happy outcome I’ll know this afternoon and I’ll be back to post an update
Good luck. I would contact your sales person and get their guidance. It may be the free tcm
@@BigBensCarsAndCycles thank you!! I’ll know in a few hours. I wish I was in California with her to go with her and make sure they didn’t think she’s young and will believe anything. If it comes to that which I hope it doesn’t I told her I’d fly down and figure it out. It’s too bad too it’s a great car I had so much fun driving it around before I shipped it off to California
16 Focus SE 2.0 L I’ve found a used 5 speed manual transmission for $500 . It’s got 132 K miles . The 6 speed used also is $1700 and it’s for performance trim car the ST ? I can have the shop swap it out get the automatic transmission replaced? Is just spinning the gears not able to engage.. very bad now.
the 2.0 Fusion ecoboost engine may share the same bolt pattern for the bell housing as the focus ST. You may need to do a lot of custom work to get a manual transmission working in a Fusion. I don't believe I've seen a factory manual transmission fusion, so you'll have to do a lot of research to get the swap to work and get Forscan.
@@BigBensCarsAndCycles sorry I meant 16 Focus SE 2.0L
Was this the issue that would put the transmission in neutral while at speed?
It could be a bad actuator if it happens while not commanding a shift. What code do you have?
@@BigBensCarsAndCycles I don't have one, I just recall something about Ford's issues with the DCT's and the lawsuits that resulted in the internal conversations at ford between engineers, legal and management.
Right now I'm looking for focus or fiesta to use as a reliable fun semi daily driver. Normally I just buy sticks but I've been curious about those DCT's, so I'm trying to figure out if those were ever resolved the issues with them
@linusa2996 No they have not been fully resolved yet. If you buy a used dct focus, I'm sure the transmission will be shuddering. If you get a manual trans focus, that's a bulletproof reliable car with only a few minor easy to fix issues
@@BigBensCarsAndCycles Thanks, that really does help.
My car is a 2014 Ford Focus Hatchback, 84k miles. Car is currently at Ford. Quoted $2700 to replace clutch levers. I'm paying for it, will the car be worth keeping or am I going to run into more issues?
With a new clutch, forks and slave cylinder you should be set for a long time with only (maybe) occasional minor issues that are cheap. If the tcm has already been replaced that would be a bonus
@@BigBensCarsAndCycles The tech will be starting the work sometime this week, would he be able to tell if the TCM has been replaced? If I ask would they be willing to disclose that to me? The car has service records but a lot of it says unknown. From what I can see the electrical work has been done as well as Fuel system which I assume was from the recalls for the fuel lines? I've heard soo many bad things about this car but I really like it! It's just hard when I need reliability to trust the car given all the mixed information I have gotten about it.
@meganrenee1283 it's a good car that gets a bad reputation for its transmission. Yes the tech can get an idea of if the tcm has been done
Thank you for your replies! I was thinking of selling the car but I think I just might keep it.
@@BigBensCarsAndCycles My tech called yesterday saying that when they went in to replace the clutches they found the case was damaged as well. Is this normal for a repair like this? Looking at another $1,500
2015 ford focus does go into gear but I feel no engagement and it won’t move in any gear
Check for codes with a scan tool and let me know
Hello Ben, I went through almost 2 years of hell with my 13 Fiesta DPS6. So went I brought the car 2 years ago with 44k miles, the last owner decided to put a rusty junkyard unit with 170k miles into the car. After the 2 years of me driving it, the rust started clogging up actuator B and TCM had p090c which TCM was going bad.
I had the Ford dealer just 1 month ago, replace clutch, clutch acutators, tcm, throw out bearing, seal, and so on. A trans full overall. I tested my car in 20 miles of rush hour traffic. It did not had 1 transmission problem.
I believe that the clutch is fully engage at 5mph(not riding the clutch, in 5 speed manual language)
What a shame they put a high mileage trans into a low mileage car! And that's a good idea to keep a little speed. Taking off from a stop is when more clutch wear would logically occur!
@@BigBensCarsAndCycles Thanks for replying. I will keep on a little speed in the traffic jams now. Thank you for the advice!