It is important that you change the timing belt (also called a cambelt) in time on your Ford Focus. On this page you will find more information about the timing belt replacement intervals on a Ford Focus.
I have collected information about various popular diesel engines and petrol engines from the year 2002 until today.
You will also find information about which engines in Ford Focus that have a timing chain instead of a timing belt.
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When should the timing belt be changed on a Ford Focus?
The timing belt replacement intervals are different depending on what model year and engine you have in your Ford Focus.
Further down on this page you will find information about the intervals for different years and engines.
Also keep in mind that some motors have a timing chain. These usually do not need to be replaced.
If you hear a rattling sound from a motor with a timing chain, it may be a sign that the chain needs to be replaced.
Consult a mechanic if you hear a strange engine noise, especially if it is a rattling sound.
Ford Focus Timing Belt Replacement Intervals
Below are some examples of different timing belt replacement intervals. Keep in mind that both years and mileage are important to keep track of.
Even if your car has not traveled many miles, a timing belt still needs to be replaced. The material in the timing belts gets worse with age even if you do not use your car very often.
If you do not find your year model or engine, you can often find the information in your instruction manual or by calling a workshop.
Ford Focus 2002 – 2005
Here you will find intervals for the Ford Focus between the years 2002 and 2005.
| Model | Horsepower | Kilometres | Years |
| Ford Focus 1.6 2002 – 2005 | 100 hp | 160 000 kilometres | 10 years |
| Ford Focus 2.0 2002 – 2005 | 130 hp | ? | ? |
| Ford Focus ST170 2002 – 2005 | 173 hp | ? | ? |
| Ford Focus 1.8 TDCi 2002 – 2005 | 115 hp | ? | ? |
| Ford Focus 1.6 Flexifuel 2002 – 2005 | 100 hp | ? | ? |
Ford Focus 2005 – 2008
Here you will find intervals for the Ford Focus between the years 2005 and 2008.
| Model | Horsepower | Kilometres | Years |
| Ford Focus 1.6 2005 – 2008 | 100 hp | 160 000 kilometres | 8 years |
| Ford Focus 1.6 Ti-VCT 2005 – 2008 | 115 hp | 160 000 kilometres | 8 years |
| Ford Focus 2.0 2005 – 2008 | 145 hp | Timing chain | — |
| Ford Focus ST 2005 – 2008 | 225 hp | ? | ? |
| Ford Focus 1.6 TDCi 2005 – 2008 | 109 hp | ? | ? |
| Ford Focus 1.8 TDCi 2005 – 2008 | 115 hp | ? | ? |
| Ford Focus 2.0 TDCi 2005 – 2008 | 136 hp | ? | ? |
| Ford Focus 1.8 Flexifuel 2005 – 2008 | 125 hp | Timing chain | — |
Ford Focus 2008 – 2011
Here you will find intervals for the Ford Focus between the years 2008 and 2011.
| Model | Horsepower | Kilometres | Years |
| Ford Focus 1.6 2008 – 2011 | 100 hp | 160 000 kilometres | 8 years |
| Ford Focus 2.0 2008 – 2011 | 145 hp | Timing chain | — |
| Ford Focus ST 2008 – 2011 | 225 hp | ? | ? |
| Ford Focus RS 2008 – 2011 | 305 hp | ? | ? |
| Ford Focus 1.6 TDCi 2008 – 2011 | 90 hp | 200 000 kilometres | 10 years |
| Ford Focus 1.6 TDCi 2008 – 2011 | 109 hp | 240 000 kilometres | 10 years |
| Ford Focus 1.8 Flexifuel 2008 – 2011 | 125 hp | Timing chain | — |
Ford Focus 2011 – 2015
Here you will find intervals for the Ford Focus between the years 2011 and 2015.
| Model | Horsepower | Kilometres | Years |
| Ford Focus 1.0 EcoBoost 2011 – 2015 | 100 hp | 240 000 kilometres | 10 years |
| Ford Focus 1.0 EcoBoost 2011 – 2015 | 125 hp | 240 000 kilometres | 10 years |
| Ford Focus 1.6 EcoBoost 2011 – 2015 | 150 hp | ? | ? |
| Ford Focus ST 2011 – 2015 | 250 hp | Timing chain | — |
| Ford Focus 1.6 TDCi 2011 – 2015 | 95 hp | 180 000 kilometres | 10 years |
| Ford Focus 1.6 TDCi ECOnetic 2011 – 2015 | 105 hp | 180 000 kilometres | 10 years |
| Ford Focus 1.6 TDCi 2011 – 2015 | 115 hp | 180 000 kilometres | 10 years |
| Ford Focus 2.0 TDCi 2011 – 2015 | 115 hp | 200 000 kilometres | 10 years |
| Ford Focus 2.0 TDCi 2011 – 2015 | 140 hp | 200 000 kilometres | 10 years |
| Ford Focus 1.6 Ti-VCT Flexifuel 2011 – 2015 | 120 hp | 160 000 kilometres | 8 years |
| Ford Focus 1.6 EcoBoost Flexifuel 2011 – 2015 | 150 hp | 200 000 kilometres | 10 years |
Ford Focus 2015 – 2018
Here you will find intervals for the Ford Focus between the years 2015 and 2018.
| Model | Horsepower | Kilometres | Years |
| Ford Focus 1.0 EcoBoost 2015 – 2018 | 100 hp | 240 000 kilometres | 10 years |
| Ford Focus 1.0 EcoBoost 2015 – 2018 | 125 hp | 240 000 kilometres | 10 years |
| Ford Focus 1.5 EcoBoost 2015 – 2018 | 150 hp | 200 000 kilometres | 10 years |
| Ford Focus ST 2015 – 2018 | 250 hp | Timing chain | — |
| Ford Focus RS 2015 – 2018 | 350 hp | Timing chain | — |
| Ford Focus 1.5 TDCi 2015 – 2018 | 95 hp | 180 000 kilometres | 10 years |
| Ford Focus 1.6 TDCi 2015 – 2018 | 95 hp | ? | ? |
| Ford Focus 1.5 TDCi ECOnetic 2015 – 2018 | 105 hp | 180 000 kilometres | 10 years |
| Ford Focus 1.6 TDCi 2015 – 2018 | 115 hp | ? | ? |
| Ford Focus 1.5 TDCi 2015 – 2018 | 120 hp | 180 000 kilometres | 10 years |
| Ford Focus 2.0 TDCi 2015 – 2018 | 150 hp | ? | ? |
Ford Focus 2018 –
Here you will find intervals for the Ford Focus from the year 2018 until today.
| Model | Horsepower | Kilometres | Years |
| Ford Focus 1.0 EcoBoost 2018 – | 125 hp | 240 000 kilometres | 10 years |
| Ford Focus 1.5 EcoBoost 2018 – | 150 hp | 210 000 kilometres | 10 years |
| Ford Focus ST 2018 – | 280 hp | ? | ? |
| Ford Focus 1.5 EcoBlue 2018 – | 95 hp | ? | ? |
| Ford Focus 1.5 EcoBlue 2018 – | 120 hp | 180 000 kilometres | 10 years |
| Ford Focus 2.0 EcoBlue 2018 – | 150 hp | ? | ? |
| Ford Focus 1.0 EcoBoost Hybrid 2018 – | 125 hp | ? | ? |