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Ford Focus - Video tutorial

Model: Ford Focus MK 1 - Years 1998-2004
Part: Headlight
Operation: How to replace the front headlight of the Ford Focus MK1

In this video we see how to replace the front headlight of the Ford Focus MK1 version: we open the front hood. To remove the headlight we will have to remove the kind of board that holds the optical group fixed to the body, and that is fixed with a bolt; there are two other hooks on the sides: in the video they are poorly visible because the headlight that was replaced was seriously damaged, so we see the bolts attached only to pieces of plastic, but then it will be enough to remove the electrical connector that powers the headlight from behind. In order to reinsert the new headlight, however, it will also be necessary to remove the small grille located on the front of the car. It is therefore necessary to proceed from above, removing the metal strip that covers the hood attachment, then the grille (there are only a few screws, as seen in the video). At this point we will have made enough space to insert the new headlight, which we can find for example on tarostrade. It at the price of 73.92 euros + 7.00 euros for shipping. We secure the headlight to its two anchor points, put the grille and the metal strip back in place, and put the board back in place that fixes the optical group to the body. Job done.


Posted on 19 February 2024 by ScegliAuto

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Handbrake adjustment on Ford Ecosport

First remove the plastic profile at the base of the gear lever. To do this, slightly widen the side edges and carefully lift it to release it. There is no need to remove it completely, just move it forward to avoid bother. Now remove the plastic center console around the handbrake by first working from the rear to release it and lifting it until the brake lever passes. Also in this case it is not necessary to remove it completely but, paying attention to the connected cables, it can be stowed in front of the passenger seat. At this point we notice that at the base of the handbrake lever, on the front, we find a nut. By acting on it, with a 10 wrench, we can adjust the brake force, increasing it by turning the nut clockwise, or decreasing it by turning it counterclockwise. Once adjusted, the center console can be repositioned first, pressing lightly to engage it, and then the profile of the gearbox base.

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