How to Open the Hood of a Ford Focus?
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To open the hood of a Ford Focus, follow these steps: 1. Locate the hood release lever under the left side of the steering wheel and pull it upwards. You will notice the hood slightly pop up. 2. Then, find the yellow button on the left side of the hood and turn it counterclockwise to fully lift the hood. The Ford Focus has dimensions of 4647mm in length, 1810mm in width, and 1468mm in height, with a wheelbase of 2705mm. It is a 4-door, 5-seater sedan with a 6-speed manual transmission. The engine is a 1.5L L3 naturally aspirated engine, producing a maximum horsepower of 122ps and a maximum torque of 153nm.
That day when I helped my neighbor open the hood of his Focus, I discovered the trick. There's a small lever with a hood icon near the driver's left foot—you need to pull it firmly toward yourself twice to unlock it. Don't stop after the first 'click'; pull it a second time, and you'll feel increased resistance. Then, walk to the front of the car, slide your fingers into the gap right above the grille, and you'll find a small yellow latch. Push it to the left while lifting your hand, and the hood will open. Important reminder for new owners: When closing the hood, don't just let it drop—lift it about 20 cm and then release it to let the latch engage naturally. Otherwise, the hinges may deform. The hood on this car is heavier than those on Japanese cars, so ladies should ideally use both hands.
