Ford Focus Quiz
Starting the engine

General information

In this manual: Starting the engine
Introduction — 4Quick start — 1Child safety — 6Occupant protection — 8Keys and remote controls — 4Locks — 4Engine immobiliser — 5Alarm — 3Steering wheel — 4Wipers and washers — 9Lighting — 15Windows and mirrors — 5Instruments — 4Information displays — 5Climate control — 8Seats — 7Convenience features — 16Starting the engine — 11Fuel and refuelling — 11Transmission — 3Brakes — 4Stability control — 3Parking aid — 3Rear view camera — 3Cruise control — 3Load carrying — 6Towing — 3Convertible top — 3Driving hints — 4Emergency equipment — 3Status after a collision — 3Fuses — 4Vehicle recovery — 3Maintenance — 22Vehicle care — 4Vehicle battery — 3Wheels and tyres — 9Vehicle identification — 3Technical specifications — 1Telephone — 7Voice control — 7Connectivity — 6Navigation introduction — 2Navigation system — 2Appendices — 3
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General points on starting

If the battery has been disconnected the vehicle may exhibit some unusual driving characteristics for approx. 8 kilometres (5 miles) after reconnecting the battery.

This is because the engine management system must realign itself with the engine.

Any unusual driving characteristics during this period may be disregarded.

Starting the engine by towing or pushing To prevent damage you must not push or tow start your vehicle. Use booster cables and a booster battery. See Using booster cables.

Test yourself

A quick Ford Focus quiz: every answer comes with an explanation and a link to the manual page.