Recommended replacement interval for the part category Air Filter : 12 month / 15000 km

Important!

This replacement procedure can be used for:
FORD Focus C-Max (DM2) 1.6 TDCi, FORD Focus II Hatchback (DA_, HCP, DP) 1.6 TDCi, FORD Focus II Estate (DA_, FFS, DS) 1.6 TDCi, FORD Focus II Saloon (DB_, FCH, DH) 1.6 TDCi

The steps may slightly vary depending on the car design.

How to change air filter on FORD FOCUS MK2 [TUTORIAL AUTODOC]

Replacement: air filter – Ford Focus MK2. Tools you might need:

                        Phillips screwdriver
                      
                        Microfibre towel
                      
                        Fender cover

All the parts you need to replace – Air Filter for Focus II Saloon (DB_, FCH, DH) and other FORD models

 
    FORD Focus C-Max (DM2) 1.6 TDCi
  
    FORD Focus II Hatchback (DA_, HCP, DP) 1.6 TDCi
  
    FORD Focus II Estate (DA_, FFS, DS) 1.6 TDCi
  
    FORD Focus II Saloon (DB_, FCH, DH) 1.6 TDCi

Replacement: air filter – Ford Focus MK2. AUTODOC experts recommend:

Replacement: air filter – Ford Focus MK2. Follow the maintenance schedule, recommendations, and requirements specified by the manufacturer.
All work should be done with the engine stopped.

Replacement: air filter – Ford Focus MK2. Take the following steps:

Step 1

Open the bonnet.
Step 2

Use a fender protection cover to prevent damaging paintwork and plastic parts of the car.
Step 3

Remove the engine cover.

AUTODOC recommends:

Replacement: air filter – Ford Focus MK2. Do not use excessive force when removing the part as this may damage it.
Step 4

Undo the fastening screws of the air filter cover.Use a Phillips screwdriver.
Step 5

Take off the filter lid.
Step 6

Remove the filter element from the filter housing.
Step 7

Cover the turbocharger impeller with a microfibre cloth to prevent dirt and foreign objects getting into the system.
Step 8

Clean the air filter cover and housing.

Replacement: air filter – Ford Focus MK2. AUTODOC experts recommend:

Before cleaning the air filter cover and housing, cover the air duct parts, mass airflow sensor (if available), throttle valve with a clean cloth.
Step 9

Remove the microfibre cloth from the turbocharger impeller.
Step 10

Insert a new filter element into the filter housing.Make sure that the filter edge fits tight to the housing.

AUTODOC recommends:

Replacement: air filter – Ford Focus MK2. Be sure to position the filtering element correctly. Avoid misalignment.Take care to only use quality filters.During installation, make sure to prevent dust and dirt from getting into the air filter housing.
Step 11

Reinstall the air filter cover. Fasten it.

AUTODOC recommends:

Replacement: air filter – Ford Focus MK2. Do not use excessive force during installation. This may damage the fasteners.
Step 12

Screw in the fastening screws of the air filter cover.Use a Phillips screwdriver.
Step 13

Install the engine cover and secure it.

AUTODOC recommends:

Replacement: air filter – Ford Focus MK2. Do not use excessive force during installation. This may damage the fasteners.Make sure the engine cover is properly seated. It should not be displaced with respect to the guiding fasteners.
Step 14

Remove the fender protection cover.
Step 15

Close the hood.

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