Where is the sunroof drain tube located on the Focus?
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The sunroof drain tube on the Ford Focus is positioned slightly above the midpoint between the upper and lower hinges of the front doors. Below are detailed specifications of the Focus: 1. Vehicle Positioning: The Focus is a compact sedan under the Ford brand, available in both sedan and hatchback versions. 2. Powertrain: The Focus is equipped with two engine options: a 1.5L naturally aspirated engine and a 1.5L turbocharged engine. The 1.5L naturally aspirated engine delivers 122 horsepower and 153 N·m of maximum torque, featuring multi-point fuel injection technology with an aluminum cylinder head and block. It is paired with either a 6-speed manual transmission or a 6-speed automatic transmission. The 1.5L turbocharged engine produces 174 horsepower and 243 N·m of maximum torque, utilizing hybrid fuel injection technology with an aluminum cylinder head and block.
I drove a Ford Focus for many years and remember the location of the sunroof drain tubes very clearly. They are hidden in the small holes at the four corners of the sunroof groove, connected to soft tubes that run down along the front A-pillars or rear C-pillars. The drain outlets eventually emerge near the wheel arches or the underbody. These tubes are usually invisible, but water stains will appear during sunroof leakage or after rain, pointing to the source of the issue. My car got clogged once, and rainwater seeped into the carpet, making the interior smell awful. Now, I check them regularly by inserting a thin wire or a specialized cleaning tool from the roof holes to ensure the tubes are clear. I recommend cleaning them quarterly, especially in autumn and winter when leaves are abundant, to prevent minor issues from turning into costly repairs—saving money and peace of mind. Though it seems simple, neglecting it could damage interior components.
