M/T - Hard to Shift Gears
TSB 04-21-511/01/04
DIFFICULTY CHANGING GEARS - UNABLE TO ENGAGE GEARS
FORD:
2000-2005 Focus
ISSUE
Some 2000-2005 Focus vehicles, equipped with manual transmissions, may exhibit difficulty in changing gears, or an inability to engage certain gears.
ACTION
Check for proper adjustment of gearshift cables and attachment of the cables to the bracket (located under the battery tray area). If the cable(s) are detached from the bracket, reattach and lock in place per procedure in Workshop Manual Section 308-06. If the cable(s) are still attached, perform gearshift cable adjustment per procedure in Workshop Manual in Section 308-00. DO NOT replace the shift cable(s) unless there are signs of damage.
WARRANTY STATUS: Eligible Under Provisions Of New Vehicle Limited Warranty Coverage
OPERATION DESCRIPTION TIME
042105A Reattach Cables To 0.4 Hr.
Bracket If Necessary, And
Adjust
DEALER CODING
CONDITION
BASIC PART NO. CODE
7E395 07
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