Skip to content
View in the app

A better way to browse. Learn more.
Ford Owners Club - Ford Forums

A full-screen app on your home screen with push notifications, badges and more.

To install this app on iOS and iPadOS
  1. Tap the Share icon in Safari
  2. Scroll the menu and tap Add to Home Screen.
  3. Tap Add in the top-right corner.
To install this app on Android
  1. Tap the 3-dot menu (⋮) in the top-right corner of the browser.
  2. Tap Add to Home screen or Install app.
  3. Confirm by tapping Install.



Join the Independent Ford Owners' Club

Our community has been built by enthusiasts, for enthusiasts, and proudly run by Ford owners' for over 18 years. As an independent, non-official club, everything you’ll find here, advice, support, and opinions, comes directly from members with genuine Ford ownership experience.

Join our friendly community... it's Free!

 

Focus 1.8 wont start !

michelle2008
michelle2008
in Ford Focus Club

Featured Replies

Hi all, need your help

For the last few days when starting the ignition my Focus 1.8 petrol has been making a short clicking noise and the warning sound for when the headlights are left on when leaving the car has been sounding for a second or two. The car then starts and everything is fine......until this morning !

I turned the key to position 2 and the dash lights all lit up etc as usual, then when i tried to start the ignition in position 3 nothing happened apart from a constant ticking/clicking noise. Had to get a lift to work this morning, need some advice for when i return home tonight. Please help !

Thanks

Michelle

  • Quote


    the best thing you can do is jump start the car and then pop round to a friendly garage to get the alternator and battery voltage checked,normally the alternator voltage output will be 13.5-14 volts if this is ok sospect the battery not holding charge,if the alternator and battery is ok it could be the starter motor or an overnight drainage on your battery from something

  • Quote

    Beat me to it Mintalkin

  • Quote

    • Latest Deals

    Ford UK Shop for genuine Ford parts & accessories

    Disclaimer: As the club is an eBay Partner, The club may be compensated if you make a purchase via the club

    Join the conversation

    You can post now and register later. If you have an account, sign in now to post with your account.

    Guest
    Reply to this topic...
    Go to topic listing

    The "Digestive"

    • The Digestive Forum Roundup (24th May - 31st May 2026)

      Steve ·
      The Digestive Forum Roundup (24th May - 31st May 2026) We hope this email finds you well and enjoying your week. As always, our forum has been buzzing with activity, so we’ve compiled the highlights for you. Plenty of interesting discussions are taking place, especially around the Ford Focus and Fiesta models. Starting off with the Focus, many members have been discussing issues with the Emergency Call System, particularly in the Mk4 model. PLB raised concerns about persistent malfunctions, a se
      Steve
      Steve
      • 157 views





    Background Picker
    Customize Layout

    Account

    Navigation

    Search

    Search

    Configure browser push notifications
    Chrome (Android)
    1. Tap the lock icon next to the address bar.
    2. Tap Permissions → Notifications.
    3. Adjust your preference.
    Chrome (Desktop)
    1. Click the padlock icon in the address bar.
    2. Select Site settings.
    3. Find Notifications and adjust your preference.