Ford Focus Owners Manual: Switching off the engine

Ford Focus Owners Manual / Starting the engine / Switching off the engine

Vehicles with a turbocharger

CAUTION:

Do not switch the engine off when it is running at high speed. If you do, the turbocharger will continue running after the engine oil pressure has dropped to zero. This will lead to premature turbocharger bearing wear.

Release the accelerator pedal. Wait until the engine has reached idle speed and then switch it off.

Diesel particulate filter (DPF)

The DPF forms part of the emissions reduction systems fitted to your vehicle. It filters harmful diesel particulates (soot) from the exhaust gas. Regeneration WARNING: Do not park or idle yo ...

Engine heater

CAUTION: Make sure you disconnect the power cable from the engine heater connector before driving away. Note: The engine heater connector is located in the radiator grille at the front of your ...

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