Engine/Transmission Variants

The vehicle is available with a choice of two engines and a choice of two transmissions.

These engines comply with EEC emissions standard 96/D3/D4 and with all other requirements made on new generation assemblies with regard to fuel consumption, quiet running, flexibility and power output. The Focus is available as follows:

2.0L SPI engine
- iB5 Manual Transaxle
2.0L SPI engine
- FN Automatic Transaxle
2.3L engine
- MTX75 Manual Transaxle
2.3L engine
- FN Automatic Transaxle

NOTE: This article contains information, steps and procedures that may not be specific to your engine.

This article covers general procedures and diagnosis and testing of the engine system, except for exhaust emission control devices, which are covered in INTRODUCTION - CNG, FLEX-FUEL & GASOLINE .

The engine incorporates the following features:

a closed positive crankcase ventilation (PCV) system. For additional information, refer to ENGINE EMISSION CONTROL - 2.0L ZETEC for 2.0L Zetec engines, ENGINE EMISSION CONTROL - 2.0L SPI for 2.0L SPI engines and ENGINE EMISSION CONTROL - 2.3L for 2.3L engines.
an exhaust emission control system. For additional information, refer to ENGINE EMISSION CONTROL - 2.0L ZETEC for 2.0L Zetec engines, ENGINE EMISSION CONTROL - 2.0L SPI for 2.0L SPI engines and ENGINE EMISSION CONTROL - 2.3L for 2.3L engines.
an evaporative emission control system. For additional information, refer to EVAPORATIVE EMISSIONS .

Some engines incorporate a fail-safe cooling system. For additional information, refer to ENGINE COOLING .

The engine, fuel system, ignition system, emissions system and exhaust system all affect exhaust emission levels and must be maintained according to the maintenance schedule. Refer to the scheduled Maintenance Guide.

Correct engine identification is required to order parts.

For complete vehicle and engine identification codes, refer to IDENTIFICATION CODES .