I just did as you said and what a difference. Its working great! Thanks for saving us a trip to the mechanic. God bless man

You legend you just saved me hours trying to work out what was wrong with our 2010 focus 2 broken earth wires under the air box

@grampzquad

2 жыл бұрын

Happy to be of service! Makes my day to help people like this!

Did this to my car and it saved me 1800$.thanks for posting this it really helped me out 🤘

@grampzquad

2 жыл бұрын

Awesome! You subscribed right then!? 👍

@LastTrump7

Ай бұрын

@@grampzquadwill this work for the 2011 Fiesta? If this don’t work what do you do?

I gotta say thanks! My reverse gear wasn’t working at all and some of my forward gears were getting skipped. I don’t have a scanner so I couldn’t check the codes but removed the paint from the ground point, added some of that grease, put it back on and then bam got all my gears back and transmission feels good as new. Can’t thank you enough!

Got the dreaded po7a5 on my 2012 focus 2 days ago. Found this video, tried it and my god, my car is running again. Thank you so much.

@grampzquad

3 жыл бұрын

That's awesome Lukewarm! Glad it helped. 🚗

@ZaVic12

2 жыл бұрын

Hello, any update on how your focus is running now? Was the fix definite? Thanks!

@lukewarmmedia3056

2 жыл бұрын

@@ZaVic12 it ran for about 2 months afterwards but eventually crapped out. If caught before trans issues arise, im sure itd be a more permanent fix, at my stage, it turned out to just be a bandaid.

@14samueld

2 жыл бұрын

@@lukewarmmedia3056 what did you end up doing? Mine was shifting fine. Then next time I started it up and drove away it didn't want to shift like it should. When it shifts. It's a hard shift with a jerk. And. Sometimes the rpm dropped to 1000.while driving it home. First time it's happened. Has 73k on it. 2015 model

@DEFKNIGHT

Жыл бұрын

@@14samueld update what you did to fix if you could, please? Mine is doing exactly as yours.

Thank you so much! This worked amazingly, car drives and shifts like never before, at least since when we had the parts replaced. You are a saviour, thank you man, god bless you. Your pillows always deserve to be the right temperature you always want them to be at night.

We did exactly what was detailed in the video and fixed my granddaughter's 2012 Ford Focus this evening. Sooo happy I found this tutorial and it worked!!! Thank you for the information and saving us a ton of money!!!

@scummymulisha

Ай бұрын

Will sanding it with sand paper work?

Holy cow! My daughter hS a 2014 Ford Focus that shuttle from 1st to 2nd gear, like all of them. I saw your video and thought what the heck, easy to do and cost nothing but my time. It FIXED it!! Can’t believe it. Somebody needs to tell Ford!!

@grampzquad

2 жыл бұрын

Nice! So glad it worked for you too!😎

@richd3688

2 жыл бұрын

@@grampzquad well I spoke too soon. After two days the shuttling has returned. Bummer. :(. Oh well it was worth a shot.

@mommus9838

2 жыл бұрын

@@richd3688 ahhhh :(

@khalildavis6829

2 жыл бұрын

Any updates?

Nailed it!! Owner says the car is driving better than when new. Seems this problem started early in the cars life. Good video!!

@grampzquad

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks Brian! Freaking simple eh!

@blakemorgan8777

7 ай бұрын

Hey Grampzquad, I have a question ... is the music at the beginning of this video copyrighted? I'm scrupulous about trying to respect copyright law with everything. Hope you answer. Thank you sir.

I have a 2012 Focus SE and tried this - I am not any kind of mechanic. I used rough grit sandpaper instead as I don't own a dremel tool. I did have to look up another video to see how to remove the air filter box. It was all pretty straight forward and the car is shifting better after having it done. I would definitely say it is worth giving it a try (even for a novice like me) and I don't think you can screw up too badly. The grease was about $12 at CT. I had gone to Ford previously and they were not much help, but Grampzquad was! Thanks!

@grampzquad

3 жыл бұрын

Hey Thanks Murray! I don't think most Ford dealers know there is a ground issue. They go straight to replacing parts and re-programming the Transmission.

@ZaVic12

2 жыл бұрын

Any updates on how your focus is running? Thanks

@Muxik4k

8 ай бұрын

@@grampzquad that is how they make more money... The goal is to squeeze the owner pocket as much as they can.

@brennanplante2779

6 ай бұрын

Any updates?

Oh yeah, if you wrench around some of the flaws in these little cars, they are great on gas. Great video.

I purchased one with the same problems . Cleaned the terminals and worked perfectly!!!! I purchased it for 1200.....

@grampzquad

3 жыл бұрын

Very nice Esteban! That's a great deal! 👍🏾

@fernandoreyes7830

3 жыл бұрын

I take one 2013 for $500 my neighbor want to junk. And know just clean the paint works great 😉

@grampzquad

3 жыл бұрын

@@fernandoreyes7830 NICE!!

Pro tip for focus drivers with the automatic, drive it hard! Accelerate hard! These cars do NOT like being driven normally.

@zxdaniel1197

2 жыл бұрын

You are a liar I drove mine hard now it's fucked

@mommus9838

2 жыл бұрын

Ya I drive mine hard and it still did it. After I started driving it normal for a while the car got used to it. It’s a lot better when you don’t let it roll. Give yourself extra space

@zxdaniel1197

2 жыл бұрын

I have to let mine roll at lights or else itll not move at all

@railfanjames2368

2 жыл бұрын

Are you being serious or joking

@ThatOneVideo1

2 жыл бұрын

@@railfanjames2368 I've owned 4 mk3 ford focuses. I'm not.

I have the 2014 Focus. Had the transmission rebuilt under warranty about 3 years ago. For the last month the car has been stuttering badly from a start. Thought the transmission was going to die on me. Seen this video 2 days ago. Cleaned the ground points that were mentioned in the video. Took it for a ride today and no more stuttering. Thanks for the video!

@accuset

Жыл бұрын

Oh my gosh I have the 2014 too, it's been stuttering recently. I got more spark plugs just in case since I'm around that point, but I may do this as well just to be safe.

This absurdly works! My 2014 focus was becoming dangerous if you wanted to merge into traffic at highway speeds. The RPMs would rev way high but the car acted like it was in neutral. My local repair shop wanted more than $6700 to replace the transmission, so I decided to try this first and I'm delighted to tell you it works!!

@grampzquad

6 ай бұрын

Awesome! I'm glad it helped. I hope you liked and subscribed!

This video makes a lot of sense. I do appreciate you posting this. I don't have a Focus, however I do have a Veloster which have same DCT Transmission system. Mine recently started acting up in similar manner as the focus, except mine won't throw any codes at all. I tried replacing the battery as I have always told my wife I see the Dash lights flicker, but she says she don't see them flicker (Guess gaming with 144hz monitor for over 6yrs boosted a little my Hz vision haha), but I never thought about trying this with the ground wires, might give this a try this weekend and hopefully yields some positive results.

@grampzquad

2 жыл бұрын

Keep me posted with what you find please! Good luck!

@AibonitoPerformancePR

2 жыл бұрын

@@grampzquad Just a update. Thanks a lot for this. I got around to cleaning the ground connections on the Veloster and completely fixed my Flickering lights and also my transmission issue is gone as well. Really appreciate the info!! Thank you.

Man, thank you for the video, vry well explained. Wish u more success.

just bought a fiesta with 83k miles with "transmission problems" for $1800. Followed your advice and boom, 500 miles later still no codes and shifts like a dream.

@grampzquad

2 жыл бұрын

Nice job Adam! So simple it's crazy. And Ford hasn't even figured it out! You just doubled your money!

I have 2013 ford focus. I did this to fix the transmission slipping. I do not think it made a difference in my case. But then in another video someone suggested changing the clutch actuators. I changed those and reseted the transmission. For the first couple of hundreds of miles it was horrible. It was skipping gears. But after sometime it got super smooth because transmission learned the way I drive. So far after six months it is very good. Thank you all for sharing knowledge! Just an edit I take it easy with acceleration and I drive like an old man. I get 33 MPG in the city.

@grampzquad

2 жыл бұрын

I believe that the poor ground connection contributes to premature clutch wear. You should be good for many more miles! 🤞

@glengarbera7367

Жыл бұрын

My friend has a 2014 focus with 11k Miles on it that slips in first when car is worked up. Kinder a shudder. You think maybe run it in manual a few times hard may help restore it. Maybe replace actuator may also help

@VictorKaneLifts

Жыл бұрын

​@@glengarbera7367 I have 2015 focus with 60k miles. I've had the whole clutch apparently replaced at the dealership , or whatever they say they do to fix it. Problem was back in less than a year just not as bad yet. These cars are lemons

@jenniferbillings9825

Жыл бұрын

@@VictorKaneLifts same...exactly the same as my 2015 focus..they did the new clutch as it was a class action lawsuit but it was closed in 2022 and they pushed me off for 18 months after when I wanted them to check it again cause it was still acting weird and u get "well it was closed in 2022". I get the it will adjust to your driving. I bought my 2015 focus new and think..its 202e and I don't even have 60,000 on my car. The new clutch went in at 36/37,000 kms and I'm not even at 60,000 since I bought it in 2015. I think its crazy that there is still a problem when they put a brand new clutch in...seems very odd to me...but what the heck do I know ..they see a women walking into the dealership and they are thinking "bonus, its a female". We get a full colonoscopy going into Ford being told all bullshit...just open your wallet...what bullshit can they tell ya is wrong to then take ya to the cleaners..soak ya dry.

@goldmobile8363

Ай бұрын

Please I have same problem it’s diesel 2L one dual clutch model, what’s your engine type please

THANK YOU!!!! Please notify the Ford dealerships. I have had this transmission rebuilt twice at Ford. First time at 90,000 miles I had to pay because I have a rebuilt title and second time was within a year of their two year warranty. It started to shutter again at 180,000 miles and I found your video. I just performed the procedure and it is running better than ever! Thank you again

@scummymulisha

Ай бұрын

I dont have a dremmel you think sanding it with sand paper will work?

@grampzquad

Ай бұрын

@scummymulisha Sand paper will work just fine! It just takes a little longer.

@scummymulisha

Ай бұрын

@@grampzquad thanks

I was quoted $4,900 by Ford to remove and replace the transmission on my 2014. I spent $12 on a pack of grinding wheels and it has fixed the problem. I can't thank you enough. If you ever come to Australia look me up.

@grampzquad

2 жыл бұрын

I would love to go to Australia! Perhaps one day! Thanks Neil!

@scummymulisha

Ай бұрын

You think sanding it with sand paper will work?

I can't thank you enough for this video. It solved a huge problem with such a simple fix. And cost nothing! The automatic transmission Focus had become undrivable. Wouldn't shift out off 2nd gear. Was blocking traffic driving going super slow. The obd error codes pointed to very expensive transmission repair and major transmission part replacements. Local repair shop estimates varied in the thousands of $. After grinding the paint from body frame under the ground wire contacts, problem was solved. No gear shift probs any more. Automatic gear shift are smooth. It is amazing that something this simple could sneak into modern day products. But I'm glad for the fix. @Grampzquad Thank you again!

@grampzquad

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you! It makes my day when I can help others out!

@williamsandy4797

2 жыл бұрын

Turn traction control off and drive

@yeaforwhat1026

2 жыл бұрын

@@williamsandy4797 have to try this cause what their offering isnt working

@ZaVic12

2 жыл бұрын

Hello, any updates on your focus? Was the fix definite? Thanks!

@nunyabisnis1448

2 жыл бұрын

@@grampzquad I've got a 2013 cord focus and the tranny fault bell rings when I start the car ! I cleaned the ground spot on the fire wall the obvious one , didn't know about the two under the air filter box but can you show the correct procedure to clear the check engine reminder so as to see if it fixes the problem ? I have watched a couple different videos on KZread and texted one witch by the way fixed a problem with my key fob but didn't clear the tranny reminder on the dash ! I did read in the comments on one video where the guy said NOT to disconnect the POS. Battery cable ,ie. (In the comments was opposite of what the guy in the video said to do ) but to disconnect the negitive cable and run a wire from the connected battery cable to the dis connected negative cable and wait ten minutes to drain the memory and reset the codes , I hope this makes since to you seeing as though it is confusing me and I'm writing this ! So I did disconnect the POS. Cable and ran a wire from the negitive cable to the pos.cable (disconnected from the positive battery post ! But it didn't drain the memory from the car because the radio still had the stations programed in ! Again I apologise if this is to long and confusing thanks for any information you can provide me ✌🏻

Just got the notice today on my 2014 escape. Seems to be shifting fine. Notice comes and goes. Have to drive home tomorrow from Cincinnati to around Toledo with it. Hope it makes it. When i get home im going to do as you say.

We have the 2016 Focus. Have taken it in to Ford 3-4 times (it’s there now🤣) for Transmission shifting problems. Each time we’ve gotten it back it would run fine. Last time, it ran fine for a month then same issue pops up. Last month they claimed they couldn’t replicate the complaint. Unsure if they actually did anything (would have to look at the work order again). Maybe I’ll give this possible solution a shot. Can’t hurt!

Ive got a 2.0S and reading comments on YT some say drive it like a manual, ive tried it and it works to a degree, lift off the throttle at 2k (ish) rpm and it shifts good, but laziness gets the better of you in the end, knowledge is power with the ecoshift,.

Nice video , did it to mine , like you said ( smooth as butter ) Thanks .

@grampzquad

3 жыл бұрын

Awesome! Glad it helped. 👍

Holy crap actually worked saved me hundreds of dollars about to buy a new tranny thanks man

I have a 2014 Ford Focus that I bought in 2016. I love my car! 10 years old but it drives like a new car and still has a bit of new car smell!

I just purchased a 2014 Focus that has a slight slip in first gear. I will be doing this first thing tomorrow. Thank you for a very helpful video.

@ME3fan

3 жыл бұрын

Please give an update on how it goes because I have the same problem!

@kristianmopsticc2887

3 жыл бұрын

Same here I shaved paint off the top ground above air box but not below and changed the purge valve

@tecnocellhonduras8531

2 жыл бұрын

Any updates

@trcs3079

2 жыл бұрын

Any updates?

@tomasacevedo1304

2 жыл бұрын

Any update

THIS FIXED MY CAR!!! IT'S MIRACULOUS!!!!!

@joew3816

Жыл бұрын

i honestly cannot thank you enough! Really incredible. It still has the slightest hesitation in first, but man, it improved 98%! Sincerely, thank you!

@grampzquad

Жыл бұрын

Hey! You are welcome. These transmissions have other issues but with a good electrical connection they work a little better!

@thedaystarsfall

11 ай бұрын

@@joew3816update?

A nice clever fix... That takes care of 1 of the 3 common faults with this clutch, Unfortunately the other 2 problems are not so easily fixed. 🙁. It is a dry dual clutch, It will overheat and prematurely wear out and also it has a constant shutter when an internal seal fails (they all do) which causes oil to contaminate the clutch making it slip a little when taking off. I do like the rest of the car though, I barely had anything else wrong with it at 212K miles... such a shame. Best of luck with yours!!!

@TheOzthewiz

2 жыл бұрын

That bad seal had been re-designed by the time 2016 Foci came out. That overheating clutch pak is due to improper driving habits....creeping in traffic, using THIS transmission to hold the car back on inclines. The same things you wouldn't do with a stick shift, BECAUSE this is a manual transmission without the THIRD pedal. These cars have to be driven like you stole it!

@FE428Power

2 жыл бұрын

What did you end up doing with your transmission?

@andreyvovnenko8969

2 жыл бұрын

@@TheOzthewiz "This clutch pack overheating is due to bad driving habits" "BECAUSE it's a manual transmission without the THIRD pedal. These cars need to be driven like you stole them!" Could you explain in a few words what you mean?

@madviking1320

2 жыл бұрын

@@andreyvovnenko8969 If you don't know how to drive something with a manual transmission, you will not understand. What he means is, the if you were driving a truck with a manual transmission, you would not sit on a hill and to keep the truck from moving backward by using the clutch. You know, right at the friction point (pedal inch off the floor). You would keep the clutch in and use the brake. A Focus uses a manual transmission. Actuators work the clutch instead of you pushing the pedal, based on driver input and computer programming. I bought one for my daughter, and she refuses to learn how to drive a manual, even though the majority of my vehicles are...grrr Bottom line, if you don't drive it properly, you can create big problems. Ford screwed up when they used a dry clutch, which can be much less forgiving.

@epicstrengthinsanity1235

Жыл бұрын

@@madviking1320so you mean when first gear I get to 3000 rpm and release the gas pedal it automatic change to 2 gear ? Like when it change gear I release the gas pedal? Or just hold the gas pedal whole time when it change gear ? Thank you for reading this

Thank you for this video!! I was desperate for a car and recently purchased a Ford Focus 2012 and the transmission took a dump on me :( I am having a new transmission from the junkyard put in along with a tcm… in addition I will reset the new tcm and try this out. I hope it helps, thank you for the video !!

@TizocJrValencia_

Жыл бұрын

Did this work?

Thanks so much, this worked on my daughter's car. Dealer would have wanted $3,500 to fix!

@grampzquad

2 жыл бұрын

That's awesome! Kind of crazy it's such a simple fix! I don't charge near $3500! LOL!

Not just this transmission. Not just Fords. Many, many frustrations have been solved by ensuring good grounds are made (UK-earths). Doesn’t fix everything, of course, but always worth checking especially after the warranty has expired.

@TheOzthewiz

2 жыл бұрын

Chassis commons?

I just got a 11 Fiesta. Previous owner thought the transmission was bad. I cleaned the grounds, reset the car, and did a few wot pulls and she is driving pretty darn good! I was surprised to see paint AND primer when sanding. Too bad Furd sent these cars to death so early.

@grampzquad

3 жыл бұрын

Awesome! There are some good deals out there. Stay grounded my friend!

@billparker3095

2 жыл бұрын

How did you do the reset after cleaning the grounds?

@dylanraife325

2 жыл бұрын

@@billparker3095 1. Run car, shift to Neutral 2. turn to Off, wait 15 seconds 3. Shift to Park 4. Turn ignition on (engine not running), wait 15 seconds 5. Turn off, then back to ignition on (engine not running) 6. Step on brake, shift to Neutral 7. Dash indicator should read 'Transmission ready' 8. Start car and drive normally

@billparker3095

2 жыл бұрын

@@dylanraife325 Thank you Dylan and Raife

@FRANCISCOALONSOI

2 жыл бұрын

@@dylanraife325 this is the same for 2014 ford escape ?, tia

Day 2 after removing paint on terminal connectors. Drove the car 40 miles and back home with no problems. Felt like driving a new car. No check engine light. Pulled in my driveway, shut the engine off. Tried to start it back up and it wouldn't start. Got a message, "Parking aid Fault...service required". Talking about going from the frying pan to the fire. Now I'm surfing KZread videos to find out what this new deal is. I am only thankful that I made it back home from the forty mile trip. I actually stopped at Auto Zone to get air fresheners for the car when I was still 20 miles out and stopped at Quick Trip to use the rest room and got back on the road. I could've easily been up crap river had the car not started then.

@alysiadodson7562

2 жыл бұрын

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@sporty14863

2 жыл бұрын

Hi the same thing happened to me, did you figure out the solution to this problem?

@headlightvideotraining

2 жыл бұрын

@@sporty14863 I can only speculate that the increased current to the TCM may have just pushed it over the edge. The TCM was old and original when the car was new 7 years ago. So if Ford has an issue with the TCMs it was bound to fail whether it got more current to it or not. Another few years or less, this new TCM may malfunction again. They may not have solved the issue with their TCM. They could be just installing us this new one for us to just carry one till it malfunctions again. The car is running fine now with the new TCM installed, but my wife and I are holding our breaths that nothing goes wrong until we have a chance to get rid of the car.

@gregorygiles6430

22 күн бұрын

There’s a common issue with one of the small mega fuses in this car going bad. Swapping it out will probably fix the fault issue. Second fuse from the right. I had major electric issues at 100k miles and that fuse was it. Located in front of where the battery sits

Our 2014 Ford Focus Titanium is up and running again after we had the TCM replaced for a new one. Don't know what happened that made the old TCM drop dead. But it ran really good for about a day after removing the paint so that the negative terminals had a good metal to metal contact. Maybe the old TCM couldn't take the good surge of the electric flow it was getting when I remove the paint barrier. Guess that old heart couldn't take it anymore. We got a Honda Accord second car just in case the Ford acts up before we have the chance to sell it. No more Ford vehicles for us.

@ZaVic12

2 жыл бұрын

Any updates on how the focus is running?

@headlightvideotraining

2 жыл бұрын

@@ZaVic12 ​So far so good. She's still holding up. We wanted to get rid of it but buying another good used car today is like trying to buy a home before someone else gets it. Used cars are a hot commodity right now. We want to always keep a second backup car.

@MikesVlogss

Жыл бұрын

I've seen on KZread that some mechanics in foreign countries take apart the TCM and change a faulty capacitor (looks like a C-size battery) they solder in the new electronic part, reseal the TCM, and install it back onto the transmission and test drive it....?

Thank you bud!! Earned a like and follow

@grampzquad

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks Omar! 👍

That's amazing, so smart. I will try this with my buick. My Elm327 says Trans is not getting power. Thanks again.

@grampzquad

3 жыл бұрын

Good Luck PJ!

Another addition to the grounds getting cleaned that can help pending on your situation is doing a factory transmission “relearn” for the TCM. Other great videos how to do it without a scanner. If you have a scanner and the program to do it you can do more in depth and see a read out of the different tests and is more useful.

Glad I got mine keeps my gas usage down

Very, very good, more of a proper (than just replacing things, I love it. I question the dielectric grease, I don't even use it on electric, it's not a conductor, so it may insulate the proper connection. But, good job! I look in here when I see 'fixers' for sale and this sounds like it.

@firemedic947

2 жыл бұрын

not supposed to be a conductor. it's supposed to protect connection from corrosion.

Great video. Thank you for the information. How do you clear the codes after sanding the ground terminals?

@grampzquad

2 жыл бұрын

To clear the codes you need an OBDII reader. Often once the problem is fixed they will clear on their own.

@billparker3095

2 жыл бұрын

@@grampzquad Thk you Appreciate the info.

I'm having a problem where the tcm is not storing the programme when reprogrammed any suggestions? Thanks

I did what you said. And holy crap, it was crazy but it worked. My rpms won't going as quits high as your friends but other then that I was having the same cymtoms; so I gave it a try. Thanks for salving my two year old problem

Thank You so much!! I subscribed to your channel hoping to learn more from you!! God Bless

Upper Midwest. Bare metal equals rust, and my 2014 is already full of it. Hope the grease helps with that.

@grampzquad

3 жыл бұрын

In your case I'd also clean the ground bolt threads and apply the grease to the bolt threads then a shot of tremclad paint overtop.

@jstravelers4094

3 жыл бұрын

Midwest here too. I might smear silicone on everything after I complete the cleaning

Amazing video just about to buy one of these

@MURDAWG02

3 жыл бұрын

Quick question though do you still own this car if so how is it shifting?

@grampzquad

3 жыл бұрын

@@MURDAWG02 My son traded it for a 335ix BMW that needed engine work. That video will be out shortly!

I pulled the Ford logo off the front and it worked. J/k I'll do this this weekend. Ford said $1,900 to fix it.

@grampzquad

2 жыл бұрын

Best of luck my friend!

@chubbyzombie666

2 жыл бұрын

@@grampzquad all jokes aside, I'm pulling my car in the garage this weekend to do this. My car has always had electrical issues, I think this will work.

I dont have a ford focus but this video is still great content.

@grampzquad

8 ай бұрын

👍😁 Thanks for watching!

Im trying to make some more power in my 16 ecoboost. I think it needs just a little more get up and go

Will this transmission problem is a well known problem for 2011 focus 2.0 TDCI too? form the comments i read mostly for 2012 model. planning to buy one soon.

Mines doing that now.. left me stranded 5.5 hrs from home love everything about the car but this... trans has been acting dumb for a while... I’m gonna try this... I noticed my ground was painted also I unplug it for a while and it stops for a while

@grampzquad

3 жыл бұрын

Transmission needs a good ground to work properly. Good luck!

Daughter has a 2015 1.0 liter eco boost. Has an issue with no power going up hill. No codes…. At wits end trying to figure out. Also has a 2nd gear issue where it’s very difficult to shift to 2nd gear. The problems are not related as the gear issue has been ongoing.

I'm gonna try this in the morning, I'm truly hoping this works as my car is part of my livelihood. I dash so I drive a lot and recently thinking my spark plugs may have been the problem I replaced them, replaced the air filter and even added transmission fluid which was a bit of a pain. I honestly don't know who's idea it was to put the filler plug on the side of the drivers side axle, but I managed and turns out he didn't need transmission fluid. Here's my car's symptoms, for the first few minutes he starts and goes into gear just fine but after 10 or 15 minutes my car struggles to catch second gear and barely makes it to 3rd gear so when I get to a red light my car struggles to move as if I were in neutral and revving the engine, I've had pissed off driver behind me at least a few times today and at some point I got the warning to turn the car off cause the transmission was hot. I even bought a fuel filter for nothing cause on my Focus I have to drop the tank to get to the filter. I'm truly hoping this helps me cause my car pays my bills through delivery work. Plus he's my baby and hate having my car go through this

@alonsokeys5947

2 жыл бұрын

Can you give us an update, Thanks!

@JessNW0lfG4NG

Жыл бұрын

​@alonsokeys5947 sorry, I know it's been ages but nope, it didn't work in my case and had to give up on the car.... I miss him 😭😭😭😭😭

This was a TCM related issue for me. Tried this tip and no difference. Luckily Ford fixed for me under their extended warranty due to recalls on this part.

@sethbeiler7657

29 күн бұрын

will ford replace the tcm even if i am not the original owner? if so, how do i go about doing that? thank you!

Thanks for the video ❤

Will it work for my 05 ford focus zx4 I changed the solenoids A & B and it was not the problem...I m having problems with the overdrive

2015 SE Had the clutches and seals changed at 99500mi Now at 129000mi Intermittently getting the P090C code, have heard it's more than likely the TCM, but I'm wondering if the grounding trick would fix.... That code is low voltage in the circuit, short to ground... I did the ground post by the battery around the time I had the clutches replaced. Now thinking about doing the other grounds. Guess it wouldn't hurt, right?

Thanks so much. 👍

I am going to try this out soon with 14 focus se I only have 45,000 miles on mine so the transmission doesn’t even have 112,000 miles like this car but I am still looking forward to trying this to see if it will help the shite DCT studders, jerks and slips

@DoubleBullet

2 жыл бұрын

I have the same issue on my 14 focus aswell. I can’t even sell the car because people get scared from the obnoxious jerks and slips. Please keep me updated if this works for you or not.

@Karankanata

2 жыл бұрын

Did it work...?

@ Grampzquad : now that its been almost 10 months for this, does the transmission still function properly, or did it break down afterwards? thanks in advance.

@grampzquad

2 жыл бұрын

Sold it to a friend. Still going strong!

Great vid.

Good video!

@grampzquad

3 жыл бұрын

Hey! Thanks! Amazing it can sometimes be so simple!

Great video!

I did this it worked for about 2 days then it decided to pop up the "transmission fault service now" and now it won't get out of 1st gear. Any recommendations??

Thank you, Grampz. Tried this and it didn't work. 2012 Fiesta with only 33K miles for daughter. P2831, P2832, P287B, P2831-00, P2832-00, P285E-00, P287-00, U041-68, and C1B00-64 codes (obvious shuttering). 6-8 months for the recall and don't know what else to do. Thoughts?

I have a 2015 Focus with that typical transmission glitch. It ends up being the transmission clutch actuator every time I do a scan. Problem comes back even replacing those things. This seems to be a great IDEA and will TRY IT and see if this fixes the issue. Thank you got those valuable details.

@400deaths

3 жыл бұрын

I'm getting just a clutch code, no power train codes. Right now I'm changing the transmission fluid and then I'm going to do the stuff in this video.

@ericklewis289

3 жыл бұрын

@@400deaths did you get the issue fixed?

@400deaths

3 жыл бұрын

@@ericklewis289 if you have a clutch code then this won't fix it. I'm ordering a clutch actuator, it's like $35-110 on eBay. I'm sure this will fix it. My code was PO90c I think

@ericklewis289

3 жыл бұрын

@@400deaths I ordered those and cleaned the grounds. It helped for a while but codes came back. I suspect the tcm is bad

@400deaths

3 жыл бұрын

@@ericklewis289 did you order OEM actuators?

I have a 2012 SEL at 169k miles that just starting slipping and skipping gears, and won't let me go into SelectShift anymore. I'm gonna try this on a not rainy day, I'll try to remember to reply back about my results!

@grampzquad

2 жыл бұрын

Any luck?

@patternaut8338

2 жыл бұрын

@@grampzquad No, unfortunately not. I've just about given up on this car.

I did what you said and it fixed the problem on my 2012 Ford focus. My car only had 142k You are awesome thank you for saving me form selling my car.

@Motoxin17

Жыл бұрын

Mine won't shift into the even gears (2, 4, 6) and it's p090c. If I wiggle my wires it will work lol

My 2015 focus keeps saying engine service after I've replaced the engine and the turbo is too slow, last time it was shaky then engine service....what's wrong?

GOOD JOB !!!

Excelente Información thanks a lot

@grampzquad

2 жыл бұрын

¡Contendo de ayudar!

Did it but my light came back on after driving it a while...but unfortunately I only got one of the bolts off to clear below the air filter...that might be why...

Hello, I have a small question regarding my ford focus mk3 2012 model. Since i shift my gear and leave my clutch paddle my car make a little vibration !!! Is this a problem or this is normal ? And on how many kilometers should I change my engine belt. Since, I am the second owner of the car and before me the car drove about 46000km. Air-condition of my car some time throw air very good and some time not!! Is this a problem or setting issues!! please guide about my car problem. Thankyou in advance.

@grampzquad

3 жыл бұрын

Your 2012 Focus should have a timing chain. The chain in most cases will not need to be changed. It the oil is not changed regularly and gets dirty it may contribute to some chains "Stretching" or wearing which will cause timing issues. The vibration in the clutch may just be from wear. A little vibration could be anything?? With your A/C I would make sure the fan is operating properly. If the fan is not working while the car is stopped the A/C will get warm. When the car is moving it will cool down again. Best of Luck!

I did that to see if it would stop showing me the transmission faulty message when I went through streets with water and it didn't even work. I also remove the traction control and still nothing. My car doesn't have a dump. What else could I check?

thx for the video i will try it for my wifes 2012 Focus 1.6 A/T (powershift dry clutch)... did you get any more warning lights or shudder problem after cleaning the grounding connections?

@grampzquad

3 жыл бұрын

Mine worked perfectly. It will most likely depend on the condition of your wearable clutch components.

@meteevrenberktas6988

3 жыл бұрын

@@grampzquad thank you for your comments...

@meteevrenberktas6988

2 жыл бұрын

@@grampzquad a feedback and one more question... i also have a battery warning light on and off occasionally... i am driving my car with the test mode on and i am tracking my batteries voltage value past a few weeks . The engine starts around 12,8 (sudden drop and rise during ignition) and rises up to 14,5 V in seconds... But after some miles it starts to decrease 0,1 by 0,1... on the highway it stays on around 13,3 V but in traffic jam it decreases a lot till 13,0 V... i get battery warning light last night and the value was 11,6 V.... after couple of miles voltage increased suddenly to 14,1 V again... now i would like to ask that do i have to renew my alternator or my 1 year old battery... and one important thing is here there was no shudder problem with my transmission when the battery voltage value more than 14,3 volts... smooth transmission and my car starts obvious shuddering when it decreases 13,6 volts... please give your feedbacks and thanks in advance...

@grampzquad

2 жыл бұрын

@@meteevrenberktas6988 It looks like your alternator may need to be replaced. You can also check and make sure there are good connections from the alternator to the battery. Good luck!

@meteevrenberktas6988

2 жыл бұрын

@@grampzquad one mechanic suggested to renew the alternator brushes but the other one suggested to renew the alternator ... i am still researching and i will inform everyone in here but i strongly believe that there is direct correlation between charging and shifting sytem... we may solve this problem together...

Hey man so my car is shifting really hard and I just got this car it has 136k miles and ever since I got the car it’s been shifting hard the dealership doesn’t want to help and I also have 2 warranties and none of them cover transmission, apparently I have a transmission fluid leak and it low on fluid and I don’t know what to do cause they’re charging me 2k! I tried changing my transmission fluid but the mechanics don’t want to cause it’s high mileage and apparently it’ll ruin it I don’t know what to do! I got an idea of putting transmission repair fluid but don’t know if it’ll work I have a 2014 Ford Fusion 2014 se

Hey, After I removed the paint on this POS I was able to see the ground real good through the holes I made with the Dremel, now what do I do ?

@pollocbone11

2 жыл бұрын

How does that help anyone including yourself. Watch the entire video stupid.

@1fnjo790

2 жыл бұрын

@@pollocbone11 Foghorn Leghorn replies , It's a joke Son! , It's a joke!

How do you reset the computer after this. I just bought a 13' Ford Focus the doesn't want to go in reverse, has trouble shifting gears, etc. we all seem to have the same common. But once I remove all the paint, how do you reset the computer?

I'm sorry if this is a dumb question but did you disconnect the battery before removing the bolt on the ground? I started removing it and it was sparking.

@grampzquad

2 жыл бұрын

It's a good idea to remove ground from battery.

Use ox guard or never seize. They are conductive.

@Wahinies

Ай бұрын

Thats what i use on loudspeaker terminals, makes more sense.

Where would the two grounds be on a 2018 focus titanium?

hi there i have had a loud clicking noise coming from the engine also there is a light clicking sound coming from the engine compartment fuse box ford focus 2010 disel car i know its not the starter motor immobilizer light flashes

A better idea, in addition to cleaning the ground connections, why not run a 8ga (or larger) wire from that firewall post DIRECTLY to the transmission case?

@grampzquad

2 жыл бұрын

That would not hurt either!

@augustobalbuena4641

Жыл бұрын

Awesome you mean from battery to transmission Block?? Thanks 👍

@blakemorgan8777

7 ай бұрын

Hey, did you ever run the wire directly like you suggested? And did it help? I cleaned the connections like Grampzquad suggested and it has definitely helped. However, my check engine light still comes on at times. Perhaps adding the cable as you suggested would give even more power to the transmission? (I know very little about cars!) Please let me know if that helps! Thanks!

@blakemorgan8777

7 ай бұрын

​@@augustobalbuena4641Hey man, did you ever add that extra wire connection to your Focus?

I did it and my fiesta is still with the issue and now it says transmission is hot wait 5 min and I don't know what to do

Not sure if my 2013 focus has the grounds under the air box?

@grampzquad

3 жыл бұрын

They could be somewhere else. Look around. Fix any locations you can see with wires attached to frame. The main one is from the (-) terminal to the body.

Hello can you help with a 2015 Galaxy transmission issues ?thanks

I have a 2012 manual and I'd heard about the horrific trans problems these had from new in Australia, hence I bought a manual a few months back with 223k on the clock. It does have a problem with the electric steering though, occasionally forgets to work at all when the car is started and takes a few restarts to get going. I'm wondering if it's the same problem..... might get out there with the Dremel and do the same thing😊. I'll report back.

@ShortsFarmer

8 ай бұрын

Any news i have a manuale 2012

For all those folks out there that think that the Focus is junk because of the DCT, FYI......HYUNDAI has had its share of DCT problems. The 2016, 2017 Velosters (one of my favorite cars) were the subject of "class action" lawsuits because of the SAME 'problems' the Focus has. Only difference is, there are MANY MORE Focii on the road (best selling compact car in 2012), so the Ford gets ALL the bad press, with shyster lawyers ready to pounce. Ford has DEEP pockets, and Steve Lehto can line his pockets!

@AibonitoPerformancePR

2 жыл бұрын

I have a 2012 veloster and though it drove from 40k miles when I bought it to 120k miles without issue, I just started having same issues. I do hear pple talk alot about DCT transmissions but I still like them lol. Currently trying to figure my issues out that why I landed on this video, but hyundai been plague with the DCT issues from begining to be honest.

Hello, my fors focus won't even start. Do you think this could help with its issue?

@grampzquad

3 жыл бұрын

Worth a shot!

`my boss daughter has a 2015 focus se she was t boned and car was totaled. put a new door on it and rebuild the title and runs fine. they had issues with the trans so im going to check the grounds thanks

Good video

@grampzquad

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks

Thank you sir.

@grampzquad

2 жыл бұрын

You are most welcome!! 😎

Just did this today because my focus was hesitating big time between shifts. Was intermittent and if it happened, pull over shut down and wait a few seconds and restart in it would shift ok. Local dealer quoted around $2000 for a tcm and said they couldn't get one. I cleaned the grounds as they were both painted under the lug. Went for a drive right away and shifting was still poor but after sitting for a day, the engine light went off and it shifts better than it ever did. Cheer's

@grampzquad

Жыл бұрын

Nice! Glad it helped!

@fallout4everz234

Жыл бұрын

I'm going to do this on my 2008 volvo v50 powershift desil same engine as ford I think no harm in trying let you know tomorrow

How could I know my car is having transmission problem?

3 months ago 4K in repairs that weren't required and still not done, new purchase owner 2012. Ford lied told me they'd cover it they didn't and here I am.

So i recently got a overheated transmission error on my car. I believe it was because I was in bumper to bumper traffic on an uphill. Would this help the transmission from overheating?

@mommus9838

2 жыл бұрын

I literally had the same issue in bad traffic. It over heated because we weren’t giving it gas in traffic. It is a dry clutch. No lubricant. It needs gas to keep cool

I was able to clean the battery ground and that helped. However, I am unable to remove the airbox. As I look from the front of the engine compartment, something is holding it from underneath. I don't know whether to give it a yank or try some other method.

@grampzquad

Жыл бұрын

Give it a quick pull. It's a rubber bushing on a metal post. Grease it up before you put it back.

Thanks!

@grampzquad

3 жыл бұрын

No problem!