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the 2000 ford focus has struts on the front. you can buy the strut/spring assembly for about 250 a pair online.
At Midas, it costs about 800.00 to replace all 4.
Buy new struts (if this is the first replacement, buy the new struts complete with new springs. Ford focus springs are notorious)Do one side at a time. Use the other side for reference for reassemblyLoosen but don't remove lugnutsJack and support front of the carRemove tireRemove brake hose from strut(TBC)
There are no upper ball joints - that role is played by the McPherson struts. See "Related Questions" below for more
Put new links in.
OF COURSE... That's a no-brainer! Actually, it might be the belt tensioner at fault, common problem on Ford Focus'
Check the rear struts
Control arm bushings.
McPherson struts at the front (shocks and springs together in one unit) Gas shocks at the rear
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