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Car Forum / Ford / Ford Focus / January 2007

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2003 Ford Focus Drive Cycle question- Help needed  related to catalytic converter

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nesports79@yahoo.com - 23 Jan 2007 15:49 GMT
I went to get my state inspection done.  The focus failed the
inspection, about 5 readouts were not ready. I was told by the tech
that I needed to complete a drive cycle, usually 30-50 miles, to reset
the car and get the readout.  I asked a tech at a ford dealership, he
said about 40 miles also.  So, this morning I got up, drove 45 miles,
mostly highway, and went back to the inspection shop.  no change.  Now
the tech says maybe it might need 75-100 miles to reset.  All of the
readouts have to do with the catalytic converter, that is what i was
told.

I found this online- Catalyst 7. Drive in stop and go traffic
conditions. Include five different constant cruise speeds, ranging from
40 to 72 Km/h (25 to 45 MPH) over  a 10 minute period. Executes the
Catalyst Monitor.

Anyone have any clue as to the best way to do this so that next time I
know I get it right, and don't have to drive an hour only to find out
it wasn't enough?

Thanks
Matt
Ivan - 23 Jan 2007 17:38 GMT
> I went to get my state inspection done.  The focus failed the
> inspection, about 5 readouts were not ready.>

> Thanks
> Matt

TOT I know, but I'm curious, is that similar to our British MoT, where a
vehicle has to be annually tested for roadworthiness and emissions?

Cheers Ivan
 
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