DIY 2012 Ford Focus 2.0 TDCI - Oil Change

[dougone]

Hi, was wondering if any of you gurus could post a how to do a DIY oil change for a 2012 Ford Focus 2.0 TDCI. A good write up with lots of pics would be great!

[marg99]

It a bit harder than a normal car as the oil filter is not a spin on unit and the sump plug requires an allen key.
The oil filter is inside a plastic container with a screw off lid in the front of the motor around the middle and to the side below the fuel filter container.
Also you must remove the plastic underbelly plate to see the sump plug. Given the age of the car best you get it done professionally and keep the warranty.

[dougone]

It is my understanding that for this vehicle it is a spin on filter. I sure would like to see pics of the entire process. My reason is that FORD recommend an oil change every 12 months. I would like to do the a six monthly oil change myself. Sure hope someone can post a how to with pics.

[Yellow_Festiva]

Originally Posted by dougone

It is my understanding that for this vehicle it is a spin on filter. I sure would like to see pics of the entire process. My reason is that FORD recommend an oil change every 12 months. I would like to do the a six monthly oil change myself. Sure hope someone can post a how to with pics.

Did the dealer offer any sort of club membership when you got the car?

Mine gave me points I could use for minor stuff and I used it to do 2 oil changes mid interval.

I do suggest 6 month changes as your oil is pretty much pitch black driving out of the service centre right after an oil change....

I guess your other option is to buy the correct grade of oil yourself and take it to a workshop and they will charge you a small fee to put it up on the hoist and do the work. Then, at least you can get a receipt saying they did the work and used XYZ grade oil to keep warranty intact.

[dougone]

I am capable to do this myself. Just wanted a "how to with pics" to make sure I buy all the right things in advance. Once a car is up on stands and the oil drained, nothing worse than realising you dont have the correct oil filter removal tool or right size alan key to remove the sump plug. Especially when this is your only car!

[Yellow_Festiva]

Originally Posted by dougone

I am capable to do this myself. Just wanted a "how to with pics" to make sure I buy all the right things in advance. Once a car is up on stands and the oil drained, nothing worse than realising you dont have the correct oil filter removal tool or right size alan key to remove the sump plug. Especially when this is your only car!

Fair enough then. I would suggest an oil flush as well.

[dougone]

So can anyone post a "how to with pics" for a DIY Oil change for a 2012 Ford Focus 2.0 TDCI?

[DZFord]

If no one can post up pics, can I recommend this to you:

http://www.haynes.co.uk/webapp/wcs/s...egory_rn=14510

Can be purchased off ebay

[dougone]

Thanks DZ, but I REALLY want a write up specific to the 2012 Ford Focus 2.0 TDCI. Why? This engine is different to the old model. Different, engine shield, different located oil filter, different type of oil filter, different sump and different sump plug. A specific write up would cover where everything is, how to remove the engine cover, what is required to remove the new oil filter, sump plug removal, sump plug washer, best oil etc.

The 2012 Ford Focus 2.0 TDCI must be the only car on this earth without a DIY oil change post on the net.

[ivorya]

Originally Posted by dougone

Thanks DZ, but I REALLY want a write up specific to the 2012 Ford Focus 2.0 TDCI. Why? This engine is different to the old model. Different, engine shield, different located oil filter, different type of oil filter, different sump and different sump plug. A specific write up would cover where everything is, how to remove the engine cover, what is required to remove the new oil filter, sump plug removal, sump plug washer, best oil etc.

The 2012 Ford Focus 2.0 TDCI must be the only car on this earth without a DIY oil change post on the net.

Remember to try mondeo section.

[dougone]

Modeo is different.

[dougone]

Mondeo is different.

[ivorya]

Originally Posted by dougone

Mondeo is different.

Lol.... Different shape???

[Ratmick]

Originally Posted by dougone

The 2012 Ford Focus 2.0 TDCI must be the only car on this earth without a DIY oil change post on the net.

Sounds like a good enough reason for you to write one .

I have the Haynes manual for the LV TDCi, obviously you don't want this one.

Mick

[dougone]

If I get confirmation as to what oil filter it has, what size oild filter so I can buy the right cup, what size sump plug and gasket, I probably could write the DIY. What does your Haynes say for the LV 2.0 TDCI?

[caprispecial]

I went thru this for my new fiesta. Being a new model the shops never had the right oil or the filter so I went back to the dealer and got it from the spare parts dept. Might be a few dollars dearer there but they had everything. While your there ask what size allen key is needed.

[dougone]

Thanks Caprispecial not as easy as with your Fiesta. The 2.0 TDCI is a Peugeot drived engine. Some sites are suggesting a spin on oil filter, some are suggesting a cartridge filter. Giving a Ford parts interpreperter your VIN and asking questions about (1) what filter (2) what size sump plug is like playing Russian Roulette. My dealer cant even tell me a price for wiper blades as there is no listing.

[dougone]

I contacted a Ford Dealer and gave them my VIN. They told me that the 2012 2.0 TDCI is a cartridge type filter (AFL98). Does anyone know where the filter housing lives and what tool is required to open it. Please be specific as I know it is different from LV Focus and 2.2 TDCI Mondeo. Any Ford Mechanics on here who can confirm? What size sump plug?

HELP!

[burnz]

Originally Posted by dougone

I contacted a Ford Dealer and gave them my VIN. They told me that the 2012 2.0 TDCI is a cartridge type filter (AFL98). Does anyone know where the filter housing lives and what tool is required to open it. Please be specific as I know it is different from LV Focus and 2.2 TDCI Mondeo. Any Ford Mechanics on here who can confirm? What size sump plug?

HELP!

find out what engine you have, some fords actually have GM diesel engine in them...
so find the actual brand go to that website a download the pdf document on that engine..

[dougone]

It is the Peugeot/Ford DW10 motor, but modified slightly. If I could have downloaded a PDF I would not have posted here.

[brenx]

if its anything like the XR5's the cartridge tyre filter resides at the front of the engine between the radiator and engine. If like the XR5's it's a 36mm socket to remove it. Don't over tighten the casing.

[DZFord]

Hey dougone, just a quick question - for my curiosity.

If the LV and the LW both have the 2.0L Duratorq engine, what actual differences are there between the two?

Forgive my ignorance as I don't know much about the TDCi engines.

[Ratmick]

The 2.0 Peugot-derived engine is (as far as I am aware) the same basic unit that is in ALL TDCi Focus', including my LV MKII.

The Haynes manual also covers a 1.6 and 1.8 litre version never sold here.

According to the manual the 2.0 litre unit oil filter housing needs a 27mm socket to remove it.

I can't find the sump plug size in the manual, it just says 'remove sump plug'.

However preliminary searching on the web seems to indicate an 8mm hex socket is required...alas it's midnight, I live in the middle of nowhere 600m above sea level, it's pitch black and fugging cold so I'm not going outside to check (you can check yours).

Torque wrench settings
Engine Oil drain plug 34Nm
Engine Oil Filter housing Cap 24Nm

As far as I am aware the filter looks like this:



thks, Mick

[dougone]

RATMICK thanks for your response and your research (especially the torque settings).

Everything I am reading is pointing to:

- 8mm hex socket on the sump plug
- 27mm socket on the oil filter housing
- Oil filter is AFL98 cartridge type (dealer confirmed from my VIN)

I'm not sure though about the oilf filter housing because a search on ebay said that a special 27mm offset spanner (for all other 2.0 TDCI engines) will not fit a 2012 2.0 TDCI?????

I will need to poke around the engine bay and see if I can identify it.

Are there any Ford dealer mechanics on here who can confirm?

[marg99]

thought you were positive they were different diesel engine with spin on oil filter??

[dougone]

I was unsure - hence the post.

[burnz]

so its not a dw10?
http://www.peugeot206cc.co.uk/repair...b/b1bbm2k3.htm

[dougone]

Thanks very much for the info.

Let me clarify. There are different versions of the DW10. In principle, all later Ford 2.0 TDCIs are based on the DW10. That said, later versions and applications (LV, LW, Peugeot, Criteon & Volvo) all slightly modify the engine as far as:

- Turbo (type and position)
- Intercooler (if application)
- Sump plug (4 side or hex or other)
- Oil filter (spin on or cartridge)
- If cartridge, location of cartridge (loaction also dictates the tool that is required to open the housing).

In the contect of my post (i.e DIY Oil Change for a 2012 Ford Focus 2.0 TDCI), I would definitiely like to know:

- What type of oil filter?
- Exact location of oil filter?
- Tool required to open or remove oil filter?
- Do I need to remove anything to get to the oil filter (i.e intake hose)?
- Sump plug size and whether 4 side or hex?

Please provide only model specific information rather than general info.

[Ratmick]

Originally Posted by dougone

Please provide only model specific information rather than general info.

Mate I don't think you're getting anywhere with this. The guys that do the oil change threads for other cars have to do the same thing, that is start from scratch and it looks to me (and it should be apparent to you by now) that no-one on here has done it yet....or if they have maybe they just aren't telling you.

May I respectively suggest if you want specific information on your car you may need to get under it with a pair of vernier callipers, get your hands dirty and actually do it yourself.

If you don't want to open it up without knowing what filter is in there give the Ford dealer your VIN and they can look it up. At the same time buy a new sump plug. They'd only cost a few bucks then not only will you have a spare you'll know what the hex key/socket size is.

The cover for the oil filter will be harder. All I can suggest is grab yourself a 27mm socket and an offset and straight handle plus an extension and maybe a 27mm ring/open ender (or even a shifter) and see if you can:

1. Reach the top of the cover with your tools.
2. Work out whether you'll have enough room with your tools to be able to both loosen and tighten the cap.
3. If you can't reach it you may need to find an alternative, worst case scenario buy the Ford tool.

The torque wrench, while a nice-to-have, isn't essential - as long as it doesn't leak it'll be fine. If you can't fit a straight handle and socket on the cap you won't be able to deploy one in there anyway and most are bulkier than a straight handle 1/2" drive ratchet.

Mick

[stefcio007]

I'm in the same boat, plan on buying the 27mm socket and having a go.
I have a mini ratchet which should be small enough to give me some leverage.
Confirmed with the dealer using my VIN that the filter is a cartridge type and bought the filter.
Now just need some oil, it only just got serviced by the previous owner so no rush. Would be nice to maybe find one at the wreckers and have a practice.

I hope they're not on too tight.
My one concern is the oil coming out of the filter while it's being removed and everything becoming messy as...might leave it to drain for a while.
With cars with the filter on the underside it didn't really matter if that happened.

Since no-one has done a video for this because our car is a bit of a unicorn I'll make sure to do one.