Ford Focus 4

Reason: wear of piston rings. It was found after 90,000 to 140,000 km. The cost of elimination: 80 000 - 120 000 rubles.

Maslozhor (increased oil consumption)

Reason: wear of piston rings. It was found after 90,000 to 140,000 km. Cost of elimination: 80 000 - 120 000 rubles. # # Crack of cylinder head / gasket garb

Reason: design flaw of cylinder head (CBC) and casting technology, leading to microcracks in the area of the jumpers between the valves and the entry of antifreeze into the cylinders. It was seen after 40,000-80,000 km. Removal cost: 150 000 - 300 000 rubles. ## Overheating and damage to the cylinder block, pistons (LSPI)

The reason: design features of the cooling system and the risk of detonation at low revs, which can lead to microcracks of the unit and the entry of antifreeze into the cylinders. The likelihood of manifestation increases when using unrecommended varieties of oils or low-quality fuels. It was found after 40,000 – 120,000 km. Elimination cost: 250 000 – 600 000 rubles (depending on the need to replace the unit or engine assembly). # # Increased oil consumption (ogar)

Reason: coking of oil-removable rings and design features of the piston group (narrow oil-removable rings), wear of oil caps or rings. It was met after 50,000 to 100,000 km. Cost of elimination: 20 000 - 50 000 rubles. # Depreciation of hydraulic compensators

Reason: poor quality oil. It was found after 80,000 to 120,000 km. Cost of elimination: 45 000 - 70 000 rubles. # Pollution of intake valves by sediments (nagar)

Reason: design feature of engines with direct fuel injection - fuel does not wash the intake valves, so they are deposited crankcase gases from the ventilation system of the crankcase. It was found after 40,000-80,000 km. Removal cost: 10 000 – 30 000 rubles (for mechanical or ultrasonic clean intake tract and valves). # # Stretching or breaking of the chain of camshafts

Reason: The small diameter of the chain links (7 mm in early versions) leads to rapid wear and risk of a break, which causes the valves to meet the pistons. The recommended interval for the chain replacement is 240,000 km, but in practice, wear often comes earlier. It was found after 80,000-180,000 km. Removal cost: 140,000 – 300,000 rubles (replacement with a reinforced set of 8 mm or repair of the cylinder head). # Wear belt of the oil pump drive (wet belt)

The reason: the belt of the oil pump works in the oil and as it ages, it is layered. The remains clog the oil receiver's net, causing oil starvation, and as a result, critical wear of the turbine and liners. It was met after 100,000 – 140,000 km. Removal cost: 120,000 – 180,000 rubles (belt replacement and system cleaning); about 350,000 rubles for oil starvation. ## Failure of the AdBlue injection system (urea)

Reason: crystallization of the AdBlue liquid in the nozzle or pump, failure of the tank heating control unit. Characteristic of the cold climate of Russia. It was found after 30,000 - 160,000 km. Remediation cost: 40,000 – 100,000 rubles (replacement of AdBlue sensors, software shutdown of the DPF / SCR (AdBlue) system). # # # Pollution and failure of the particulate filter (DPF)

The reason: operation is mainly in the urban cycle with short trips, which do not allow to start the process of regeneration of the particulate filter. Met after 50,000 - 160,000 km. Removal cost: 40,000 – 100,000 rubles (forced regeneration, complete removal of the particulate filter and software shutdown of the DPF/SCR system). # # Failure of the exhaust gas recirculation system / EGR valve

The reason: intensive formation of soot due to the peculiarities of the diesel engine, is typical for frequent trips over short distances in the urban cycle. It was found after 80,000 – 120,000 km. Removal cost: 15,000 – 40,000 rubles (for cleaning or replacing the EGR valve and cleaning the channels). ## Difficult to turn on the first and rear gears

Reason: premature wear of synchronizers or deformation of the gear selection fork. It was found after 60,000-150,000 km. Removal cost: 80 000 – 150 000 rubles. # Delays switching, overheating

Reason: deposits in the hydroblock, weak heat resistance of oil. It was found after 80,000 to 120,000 km. Cost of elimination: 70 000 - 130 000 rubles. # Oil leaks

The reason: wear of the glands, damage to the sealing gaskets, weakening of the fastenings of the cooling lines. Met after 80,000 - 150,000 km. Removal cost: 15,000 – 60,000 rubles (replacement of glands and gaskets, restoration of the tightness of the system). # # Destruction of the planetary gearbox

Reason: constructive feature, sensitivity to impact loads and the quality of the transmission fluid, overheating due to insufficient cooling. It was found after 80,000 to 160,000 km. Removal cost: 250 000 – 500 000 rubles (major repairs or replacement of the transmission, including spare parts and work). # # # Failure of the hydroblock and solenoids

The reason: contamination with wear products and wear of solenoids with untimely oil replacement, the use of low-quality ATF liquid. Met after 100,000 - 180,000 km. Removal cost: 40 000 – 80 000 rubles (washing of the hydroblock, replacement of solenoids, complete replacement of the transmission fluid with the filter). # # Snap, pushes during gear shifting, vibrations, errors on the dashboard

Reason: wear of clutch, malfunction of mechatronics (hydraulic control unit), overheating during operation in urban mode. It was met after 50,000 – 100,000 km. Removal cost: 150 000 – 350 000 rubles (replacement of the clutch set, adaptation, if necessary – repair or replacement of the mechatronics). # # Incorrect operation of the transmission control module (TCM)

The reason: software failures, oxidation of contacts, the effect of moisture and reagents on connectors. It was found after 70,000 – 130,000 km. Removal cost: 20 000 – 60 000 rubles (diagnostics, flashing TCM, replacement of the control module, restoration of contacts). #

Reason: mechanical wear of parts due to frequent switching, insufficient lubrication, exposure to abrasive particles in the oil. It was found after 80,000 – 120,000 km. Removal cost: 70 000 – 120 000 rubles (fork replacement, switching mechanism revision, oil and filter replacement). # Vibrations and clutch slip

The reason: overheating of the package of “wet” clutches in conditions of dense urban traffic or incorrect operation of actuators. It was met after 50,000 – 100,000 km. Removal cost: 120,000 – 220,000 rubles (clutch replacement and calibration). # # Wear of ball supports

The reason: mechanical wear, damage to the anther, dirt and abrasives, high impact loads. It was found after 70,000 – 120,000 km. Removal cost: 7 000 – 20 000 rubles (replacement of one ball support, including spare part and work). # # Wear of the front arm silent blocks

It was found after 90,000 - 130,000 km. Removal cost: 8 000 – 20 000 rubles (replacement on one lever on both sides, including spare parts and work). # # Wear of the Silent blocks of the rear levers

It was found after 80,000 – 130,000 km. Removal cost: 10 000 – 40 000 rubles (replacement of a set of bushings and revision of levers, including spare parts and work). The reason: natural wear and tear, aggravated by the quality of roads. Met after 70,000 to 100,000 km. Removal cost: 6 000 – 20 000 rubles (replacement of two bearings, including parts and work). # # Wear of front shock absorbers

Reason: design features and quality of the road surface. It was found after 80,000 to 120,000 km. Cost of elimination: 20 000 - 30 000 rubles (per kit). # # Sagging of the rear springs

The reason: fatigue of metal during regular operation of the car with full load. It was found after 80,000 – 110,000 km. Cost of elimination: 18 000 – 30 000 rubles. # # Wear of hub bearings

The reason: natural wear, damage to seals, ingress of moisture and dirt, impact loads when hitting obstacles. It was found after 90,000-150,000 km. Removal cost: 8 000 – 30 000 rubles (replacement of one hub bearing, including spare part and work). # # Knock / backlash in the steering rack

Reason: premature wear of the side sleeve and weakening of the pressing mechanism due to the structural lightening of the unit. It was seen after 60,000 to 100,000 km. Removal cost: 15 000 – 40 000 rubles (repair / adjustment); about 90 000 rubles – replacement of the rack. # # # Painting chips on the front of the body (hood, wings, bumper)

Reason: soft ecological LCP, exposure to sandblast and gravel. It was met after 10,000-30,000 km. Removal cost: 2 000 – 20 000 rubles (polishing of small scratches, local painting of chips; in case of multiple damages – complex polishing of the body). # # Sandblast wear and chips of paint coating on wheel arches and rapids

The reason: the small thickness of the factory LCP and the lack of effective splashers in the basic configuration. It was found after 60,000 – 120,000 km. Removal cost: 20 000 – 60 000 rubles (color of local areas and installation of protective film). # # Fogling of front optics and taillights

Reason: violation of tightness of the headlight body, temperature difference, incorrect operation of ventilation valves of lighting. Met after 20,000-60,000 km. Removal cost: 5 000 – 15 000 rubles (resealing); 60 000 rubles – replacement of the headlight. # # Hanging and spontaneous reboots of the multimedia system SYNC

The reason: software errors, firmware version conflicts, system cache overflow, overheating of the APIM processor module with intensive navigation use. It was found after 0-80,000 km. Removal cost: 5 000 – 20 000 rubles (flashing or updating software, replacement of the head unit in case of hardware malfunction); 60 000 rubles (replacement of the module). # # Incorrect operation of the keyless access and engine start system

Reason: interference of the radio signal, battery discharge in the key, failures in the immobilizer, failure of the antennas of the system or control unit, oxidation of contacts inside the handle or getting moisture into the capacitive sensor due to insufficient sealing of the housing. It was found after 30,000 to 130,000 km. Removal cost: 2 000 – 30 000 rubles (replacement of the battery in the key fob, diagnosis and repair of antennas / control unit). # # Accelerated discharge of the battery

The reason: high power consumption of electronic systems in standby mode, failure of the power supply control unit (BMS). Met after 40,000-70,000 km. Remediation cost: 3 000 – 15 000 rubles (diagnostics of leaks, repair of wiring, disconnection of parasitic consumers). # # Leakage of refrigerant through the condenser (air conditioner radiator)

Reason: Thin cells of the radiator are subject to corrosion (due to road reagents) and mechanical damage (gravel due to wide cells in the lower bumper grille). It was met after 30,000 – 100,000 km. Remediation cost: 25 000 – 45 000 rubles. # # Leakage of refrigerant from the air conditioning system

Reason: wear of sealing rings in the connections of tubes, microdamage of the radiator of the air conditioner, diffusion of gas through the hoses. Met after 50,000 - 120,000 km. Remediation cost: 15 000 – 40 000 rubles (diagnostics of leaks, system refueling, replacement of seals). # # Failure of servo drives of climate control valves

The reason: wear of plastic gears of the servo drive gearbox, failure of the electric motor drive, software failure of the climate control unit. It was seen after 70,000 to 150,000 km. Removal cost: 5 000 – 10 000 rubles (adaptation / firmware); 6 000 – 30 000 rubles (replacement of servo drives, restoration of valve mechanics). # # Failure of the fan of the cabin heater

Reason: wear of the bushings, wear of the brushes of the electric motor, failure of the resistor control speed of rotation. It was found after 80,000 to 120,000 km. Removal cost: 2 000 – 30 000 rubles (replacement of the cabin filter, cleaning of the fan, replacement of the motor if necessary).

Maslozhor (increased oil consumption)

• Reason: wear of piston rings. It was found after 90,000 to 140,000 km.

HBC crack/gas gasket garb

• Reason: design flaw of cylinder head (CBC) and casting technology, leading to microcracks in the area of the jumpers between the valves and the entry of antifreeze into the cylinders. It was seen after 40,000-80,000 km.

Overheating and damage to cylinder block, pistons (LSPI)

• The reason: design features of the cooling system and the risk of detonation at low revs, which can lead to microcracks of the unit and the entry of antifreeze into the cylinders.
• Elimination cost: 250 000 – 600 000 rubles (depending on the need to replace the unit or engine assembly).

Increased oil consumption (ogar)

• Reason: coking of oil-removable rings and design features of the piston group (narrow oil-removable rings), wear of oil caps or rings. It was met after 50,000 to 100,000 km.

Stretching or breaking of the camshaft chain

• Reason: The small diameter of the chain links (7 mm in early versions) leads to rapid wear and risk of a break, which causes the valves to meet the pistons.
• The recommended interval for the chain replacement is 240,000 km, but in practice, wear often comes earlier. It was found after 80,000-180,000 km.
• Removal cost: 140,000 – 300,000 rubles (replacement with a reinforced set of 8 mm or repair of the cylinder head).

Wear of the oil pump drive belt (wet belt)

• The remains clog the oil receiver's net, causing oil starvation, and as a result, critical wear of the turbine and liners. It was met after 100,000 – 140,000 km.
• Removal cost: 120,000 – 180,000 rubles (belt replacement and cleaning of the system); about 350,000 rubles for oil starvation.

Failure of the AdBlue injection system (urea)

• Removal cost: 40 000 – 100 000 rubles (replacement of AdBlue sensors, software disabling of the DPF / SCR (AdBlue) system).

Difficulty in starting first and rear gears

• Reason: premature wear of synchronizers or deformation of the gear selection fork. It was found after 60,000-150,000 km.

Oil leaks

• The reason: wear of the glands, damage to the sealing gaskets, weakening of the fastenings of the cooling lines. Met after 80,000 - 150,000 km.
• Removal cost: 15 000 – 60 000 rubles (replacement of oil oils and gaskets, restoration of the tightness of the system).

Destroying the planetary gearbox

• Removal cost: 250,000 – 500,000 rubles (major repairs or replacement of the transmission, including spare parts and work).

Failure of hydroblock and solenoids

• The reason: contamination with wear products and wear of solenoids with untimely oil replacement, the use of low-quality ATF liquid. Met after 100,000 - 180,000 km.
• Removal cost: 40 000 – 80 000 rubles (washing of the hydroblock, replacement of solenoids, complete replacement of the transmission fluid with the filter).

Ugs, pushes during gear shifts, vibrations, errors on the dashboard

• Reason: wear of clutch, malfunction of mechatronics (hydraulic control unit), overheating during operation in urban mode. It was met after 50,000 – 100,000 km.
• Removal cost: 150 000 – 350 000 rubles (replacement of the clutch set, adaptation, if necessary – repair or replacement of the mechatronic).

Incorrect operation of the transmission control module (TCM)

• Removal cost: 20 000 – 60 000 rubles (diagnostics, flashing TCM, replacement of the control module, restoration of contacts).

Wear of the gearshift plug

• Reason: mechanical wear of parts due to frequent switching, insufficient lubrication, exposure to abrasive particles in the oil. It was found after 80,000 – 120,000 km.
• Removal cost: 70 000 – 120 000 rubles (fork replacement, switching mechanism revision, oil and filter replacement).

Vibrations and clutch slip

• Removal cost: 120,000 – 220,000 rubles (clutch replacement and calibration).

Wear of ball supports

• The reason: mechanical wear, damage to the anther, dirt and abrasives, high impact loads. It was found after 70,000 – 120,000 km.
• Removal cost: 7 000 – 20 000 rubles (replacement of one ball support, including spare part and work).

Wear of the Silentblocks of the Front Levers

• Removal cost: 8 000 – 20 000 rubles (replacement on one lever on both sides, including spare parts and work).

Wear of the salent blocks of the rear levers

• Removal cost: 10 000 – 40 000 rubles (replacement of a set of bushings and revision of levers, including spare parts and work).
• The reason: natural wear and tear, aggravated by the quality of roads. Met after 70,000 to 100,000 km.
• Removal cost: 6 000 – 20 000 rubles (replacement of two bearings, including spare parts and work).

Wear of landing bearings

• The reason: natural wear, damage to seals, ingress of moisture and dirt, impact loads when hitting obstacles. It was found after 90,000-150,000 km.
• Removal cost: 8 000 – 30 000 rubles (replacement of one hub bearing, including spare part and work).

Knock/luft in the steering rack

• Reason: premature wear of the side sleeve and weakening of the pressing mechanism due to the structural lightening of the unit. It was seen after 60,000 to 100,000 km.
• Removal cost: 15 000 – 40 000 rubles (repair / adjustment); about 90 000 rubles – replacement of the rake.

Fogging of front optics and taillights

• Removal cost: 5 000 – 15 000 rubles (resealing); 60 000 rubles – replacement of the headlight.

Freezes and spontaneous reboots of the SYNC multimedia system

• Removal cost: 5 000 – 20 000 rubles (flashing or software update, replacement of the head unit in case of hardware malfunction); 60 000 rubles (module replacement).

Incorrect operation of the keyless access and engine start system

• Reason: interference of the radio signal, battery discharge in the key, failures in the immobilizer, failure of the antennas of the system or control unit, oxidation of contacts inside the handle or getting moisture into the capacitive sensor due to insufficient sealing of the housing. It was found after 30,000 to 130,000 km.
• Removal cost: 2 000 – 30 000 rubles (replacement of the battery in the key fob, diagnostics and repair of antennas / control unit).

Accelerated battery discharge

• The reason: high power consumption of electronic systems in standby mode, failure of the power supply control unit (BMS). Met after 40,000-70,000 km.
• Remediation cost: 3,000 – 15,000 rubles (diagnostics of leaks, repair of wiring, disconnection of parasitic consumers).

Refrigerant leakage through the condenser (air conditioner radiator)

• Reason: Thin cells of the radiator are subject to corrosion (due to road reagents) and mechanical damage (gravel due to wide cells in the lower bumper grille). It was met after 30,000 – 100,000 km.

Refrigerant leakage from the air conditioning system

• Reason: wear of sealing rings in the connections of tubes, microdamage of the radiator of the air conditioner, diffusion of gas through the hoses. Met after 50,000 - 120,000 km.
• Remediation cost: 15,000-40,000 rubles (diagnostics of leaks, refueling of the system, replacement of seals).

Failure of climate control servo valves

• The reason: wear of plastic gears of the servo drive gearbox, failure of the electric motor drive, software failure of the climate control unit. It was seen after 70,000 to 150,000 km.
• Removal cost: 5 000 – 10 000 rubles (adaptation / firmware); 6 000 – 30 000 rubles (replacement of servo drives, restoration of valve mechanics).

Failure of the cabin heater fan

• Reason: wear of the bushings, wear of the brushes of the electric motor, failure of the resistor control speed of rotation. It was found after 80,000 to 120,000 km.
• Removal cost: 2 000 – 30 000 rubles (replacement of the cabin filter, cleaning of the fan, replacement of the motor if necessary).

Failure of the air conditioner compressor

• The reason: natural wear, insufficient amount of oil in the system, moisture entering the circuit. Met after 100,000 - 150,000 km.
• Removal cost: 10 000 – 40 000 rubles (bearing replacement, adjustment of the level of refrigerant, replacement of the compressor in critical wear).

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