[elco34]

I have a 2004 Ford Focus 1.6 Zetec Auto and I have had a engine cut out problem twice. I was driving along and the engine cuts out. All the electrics work but when you turn the ignition the mileage display shows ---- and the engine does not turn.
The first time the car started after about 30 mins but the 2nd this morning, it wouldn't for 2 hours until I got it to Fords. Mine is in Ford's at the moment but they say they can't find the problem. They say once it starts the fault number is removed
I have noticed similar faults described on other forums but no-one appears to have an answer
Any ideas?

[Sussex Patrol]

Sounds like it could be the vehicle speed sensor.I would ask your dealer to check the connections and the sensor itself.

[elco34]

Car been in dealers all day. After speaking to Ford technical to replaced the speed senser switch.

Lets see if this solves the problem

[Sussex Patrol]

Let us know how you get on.

[williambrown]

Ford Focus speed sensor

I have had a simular fault on my Focus for months, the speedo goes off and the engine cuts out at junctions. Did replacing the speed sensor cure the problem

[lesley]

Originally Posted by williambrown

I have had a simular fault on my Focus for months, the speedo goes off and the engine cuts out at junctions. Did replacing the speed sensor cure the problem

I've got exactly the same problem. Anyone any ideas?

[Sussex Patrol]

Originally Posted by elco34

Car been in dealers all day. After speaking to Ford technical to replaced the speed senser switch.

Lets see if this solves the problem

See above for a possible solution

[tazmania]

Engine cut out - did you solve it?

URGENT !!! :(


hi,

Did any of you with the cut out problem solve it with the sensor switch?

Mine did it for the first time tonight and its not good in rush hour, but 10 mins later it started. Seems taking it to the garage is 50/50 if they can find a fault as the error would clear. But i will, but driving to work and back till then worries me.

So did the replace of sensor switch fix it?

As i do not have enough privelliges i cannot PM the original poster, if its possible for someone to do it for me, can you do it and direct them back to this thread please.


thanks
taz

[ring.frank]

Ford Focus cutting out Speed sensor

Has replacing the speed sensor switch fixed it for anyone

[tazmania]

Anyone think it could be the fuel filter, not filtering out the water??
Mine is a diesel.

[moonhead]

my focus zetec deisel had this problem as well it was down to the fuel sensor,we had so much grief,eventually got rid of it.:mad:

[moonhead]

I had a Focus Zetec 1.8 TD,I had terrible oproblems with the same thing found out it was the fuel sensor quite common I was told,anyway had to get rid of it.:confused:

[tazmania]

fuel sensor

thanks, at least they can replace it, and should be done free as its a common problem.

Why did you have the need to get rid off it, was this after you had it fixed or before?

[williambrown]

Ford focus engine cut out

Yes, replacing the speed sensor cured mine, but steer clear of your local ford garage they charge 2 hours labour at £62 per hour, + partsit will atke 11/2 to do it your self and cost £38

[moonhead]

Originally Posted by tazmania

thanks, at least they can replace it, and should be done free as its a common problem.

Why did you have the need to get rid off it, was this after you had it fixed or before?

well it was getting on my nerves calling the breakdown services out the first time was the tankwas empty though gauge was showing half a tank, the following week same excuse from breakdown services it wasnt true as I had only driven about 50 miles in 2 days,after I insisted he have a better look he got under the bonnet and came to the opinion it was the fuel sensor as he bypassed it and it started went for about a week then stopped.

[ring.frank]

Ford focus engine cutting out while slowing down

hi all back again car was booked in to workshop friday 9th feb, diagnostic computer found no fault went and got a speed sensor switch from main dealer
€33 about 22 Pounds for the part and mechanic fitted. so far so good

[elco34]

Focus cut out

My speed sensor switch was replaced and then it cut out again yesterday. Been in Fords 2 days (fortunately under warranty). It cut out while they had it and according to the computer error code, it was the speed sensor switch again. Apparently the one they fitted a few weeks ago was faulty.
The RAC man came to my rescue checked with his experts and they suggested the body sensor switch which is behind the dash.
Ford's had different ideas, so lets see how it goes this time

[tazmania]

elco34, let me how it goes, even wednesday if you hear more, as mine is in the garage from tuesday (13.2.07), and may be still all day wednesday while they figure it out, and anything you tell me or vice a versa may help us. What garage is your car at?, communication might be useful.

[tazmania]

elco34 my garage just rang, to say they are replacing the CMP - Camshaft Positioning Sensor. I let you know how i get on.

[elco34]

Focus cut out

Been a couple of weeks since 2nd speed sensor switch replaced. Engine does appear to be running a bit smoother, but as this is an intermittant fault, who can say the problem is now resolved!!:rolleyes:

[woody9962]

Focus Cut Out

I have a Focus 1.8 TDC Zetec with similar problems…just heard from the garage who clams the camshaft sensor is faulty and a new one is on order, no mention of a speed sensor switch. Will keep you posted.

[elco34]

Focus out

Been approx 4 weeks since replacing the speed sensor switch

So far been running ok

[ring.frank]

focus cutting out while slowing down (Speed sensor)

speed sensor replaced and I thought I was on the pigs back no hassle for around three weeks. But lately the problem is back again just less frequent
back to the drawing board
computer showed no fault. Frank

[ring.frank]

ford Focus cutting out Speed sensor

My mechanic had loads of various sensors plug in diagnostic computer had recommended be replaced on various cars. He had replaced the sensor indicated for customers only to find occasionally customer returned after a few weeks with the problem still occurring, you can't return the sensor once its used. Frank

[Focusowner]

Hi I have had the exact problem for the past 16 months with my focus. It was cutting out when I slowed down at junctions and I had my car looked at and it had logged no errors. I then bought a vehicle speed sensor from ford for £21 and my borfriend fitted it for me and this has solved the problem. Since then (a couple of months ago) my car has not cut out once!!! PROBLEM SOLVED!!

[robinrees]

hi, im having the exact same problem with my focus. is ur car still working fine now after changing the sensor?

[Focusowner]

Engine cutting out

Yes, my car still works fine now after changing the sensor.

[woody9962]

Update.

Had the camshaft sensor replaced at the end of March and to date, no problems.

[magicred]

hi,i have a t reg focus 1.9 td this has recently started to happen to mine as well.scary to say the least.so is the conclusion either the speed or camshaft sensor?.or could it be both?.

regards magicred

[Jeff1545]

hmm...

Just rang a Ford main dealer in Leeds and asked for a speed sensor for my R reg focus zetec 1.8 petrol.

He quoted me £86.05 because it is an ABS sensor also. Can anyone confirm or otherwiswe coz I dont think I have ABS.

Thanks in advance