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2003 Ford Focus SE 2.0 Engine shudders badly when put in reverse???


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holyhelm
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Apr 26, 2010, 6:57 PM

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2003 Ford Focus SE 2.0
Engine shudders badly when put in reverse???

Also, when I turn on heat or air, or even lights the engine suffers a horrible loss of power for a few seconds, almost sounds like it wants to die??????


nickwarner
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Apr 26, 2010, 8:18 PM

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Re: 2003 Ford Focus SE 2.0 Engine shudders badly when put in reverse??? Sign In

whats the maintenance history on this car? Last tuneup, fuel filter, battery condition, alternator condition, etc. Everything you're describing involves using electricity (back up lights in reverse) and with the age of the car alternator could be going out. Get it tested. If its bad, be prepared for some sticker shock on the bill. Lot of labor involved in changing this as its in just an evil PITA spot to get to.


bozlopez1979
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Apr 28, 2010, 3:10 PM

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Sounds like the motor mounts need to be replaced. Kinda early for the year of your car though.






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