Is the Focus transmission dry or wet?
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The Focus transmission is dry. The functions of the transmission are: 1. To change the transmission ratio; 2. To expand the torque and speed of the drive wheels; 3. To allow the car to reverse; 4. To facilitate gear shifting or power output. Taking the 2021 Focus as an example, it belongs to the compact car category, with body dimensions of: length 4647mm, width 1810mm, height 1468mm, a wheelbase of 2705mm, a fuel tank capacity of 53 liters, and a curb weight of 1245kg. The 2021 Focus features a MacPherson strut front suspension and a torsion beam rear suspension. It is equipped with a 1.5L naturally aspirated engine, delivering a maximum horsepower of 122ps, a maximum power of 90kW, a maximum torque of 153Nm, and is paired with a 6-speed manual transmission.
As someone who loves tinkering with cars, I've noticed that transmission issues with the Focus are quite common. It uses a dry dual-clutch transmission, not a wet one. Specifically, the dry dual-clutch relies on air cooling for its clutch plates, featuring a simple and lightweight design that improves fuel efficiency and acceleration responsiveness. However, it has a drawback: it's prone to overheating and jerking at low speeds, especially in traffic jams. Some older Focus models, like those with the 1.6L or 1.0T engines, were equipped with this setup, which was Ford's choice to reduce costs. To determine whether it's a dry or wet clutch, you can check the owner's manual or the model year—pre-2015 models are more likely to have it. I recommend fellow drivers to regularly inspect clutch plate wear and avoid frequent low-speed driving to extend its lifespan.
