Yes. this model Focus had many problems. I would not recommend this model year. The 2002 and up are fine cars.
do I have to lower the engine to replace the water pump ona 2000 ford focus zetec engine
According to Gates ( they make timing belts etc. ) The SOHC engine IS AN INTERFERENCE ENGINE The DOHC engine is NOT an interference engine in the 2000 Ford Focus
Where is the temp sensor on 2000 ford focus zetec engine
The 2000 Ford Focus Owner Guide shows : with engine oil filter change : ( 3.78 liters ) for the SPI engine ( 4.25 liters ) for the ZETEC engine
On a Ford Focus : The transaxle ( transmission ) is in the engine compartment , bolted to the engine , on the drivers side of the engine compartment
yes
( 110 horsepower ) for the 2.0 liter SOHC engine in the 2000 Ford Focus LX
In a 2000 Ford Focus SE : That would be the 2.0 liter , Single Over Head Cam ( SPI ) four cylinder engine
According to my Consumer Guide book : The engine in a 2000 Ford Focus SE is the Single Over Head Cam ( 2.0 liter SPI ) engine
170 whp
Have vehicle scanned to determine the problem
It does that when the engine is cooling off. It's called expansion and contraction.