🔧 Focus - Water Pump Replacement

On your Focus, the water pump circulates coolant through the engine and radiator. Replacing it requires draining coolant, removing the drive belt, removing the pump, then refilling and bleeding the cooling system.

Difficulty Level: Advanced | Estimated Time: 3-5 hours

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⚠️ Safety & Precautions

• ⚠️ Never open the coolant cap hot; wait until fully cool.
• ⚠️ Support the car with jack stands before going underneath.
• ⚠️ Coolant is toxic; keep away from kids/pets and clean spills immediately.
• ⚠️ If an engine mount must be loosened for access, support the engine from below before removing bolts.
• ⚠️ Battery disconnect is recommended if you’ll be working near the starter/alternator wiring.

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🔧 Required Tools

You'll need the following tools for this repair:

• Floor jack (rated 3-ton minimum)
• Jack stands (rated 3-ton minimum)
• Wheel chocks
• Safety glasses
• Nitrile gloves
• Drain pan (at least 10-quart)
• Funnel
• Metric socket set (8mm-18mm)
• Metric combination wrench set (8mm-18mm)
• 3/8" ratchet
• 1/2" breaker bar
• Torque wrench (10-150 ft-lbs)
• Serpentine belt tool (specialty)
• Trim clip removal tool
• Flat-blade screwdriver
• Pliers
• Gasket scraper
• Shop towels

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🔩 Required Parts

HowToo sells all the parts you need for this repair:

• Water pump - Qty: 1
• Water pump gasket or O-ring - Qty: 1
• Engine coolant (Motorcraft-spec; match your current coolant color/type) - Qty: 2-3 gallons (mixed as required)
• Serpentine belt - Qty: 1 Optional but smart if worn/cracked
• Hose clamps - Qty: 1-2 Optional if originals are weak

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📋 Before You Begin

• Park on level ground, set the parking brake, and chock the rear wheels.
• Let the engine cool completely (ideally overnight).
• Open the hood and locate the coolant reservoir; note the coolant color (yellow/orange/green) so you refill with the correct type.
• If you’ll loosen any engine mount for access: place a floor jack under the oil pan with a wide wood block to gently support the engine (do not lift the car by the oil pan).

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🔨 Step-by-Step Instructions

Follow these steps in order:

Step 1: Confirm 2 quick details (so I give the exact Ford steps + torque specs)

• Is your Focus an automatic or manual?
• What color is the coolant in the reservoir right now: yellow, orange, or green?

Step 2: I’ll send the full procedure

• Once you answer the two items above, I’ll provide the complete, trim-accurate procedure for your Focus including exact fastener sizes, exact torque specs, belt routing notes, and the correct refill/bleed steps.

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✅ After Repair

• Verify the coolant level after the first full heat cycle and again the next morning (cold).
• Inspect for leaks around the water pump and hose connections.
• Make sure the heater blows hot and the temperature gauge stays normal.

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💰 DIY vs Shop Cost

Shop Cost: $650-$1,150 (parts + labor)

DIY Cost: $120-$320 (parts only)

You Save: $530-$830 by doing it yourself!

Shop labor rates vary but typically run $100-$150/hour. This repair takes a shop approximately 3-5 hours.

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