2010 Ford Focus Dies After Belt Repair

2010 FORD FOCUS
60,000 MILES • 2.0L • 4 CYL • 2WD • AUTOMATIC
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NICCIG80
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Serpentine belt busted on my 2010 Ford Focus. It had melted onto the pulley, so I replaced both tensioner and idler pulleys, along with serpentine belt. Now when I start the car, it dies within 30 seconds, and starts smoking. Check engine light is on, which it wasn't before the belt broke. So is this just something I may have done wrong with either the pulleys or putting the belt on? I have been trying to get this fixed and drivable for 2 weeks and I'm so extremely frustrated. Help!
Dec 26, 2015 at 11:03 AM
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CARADIODOC
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More than likely something is locked up. The generator is the best suspect. Loosen the belt again, then spin each pulley by hand to see which one is stuck.

What is smoking, the belt or something with the engine? Here is the serpentine belt diagram below. Check out the diagrams (Below). Please let us know what happens.
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Dec 26, 2015 at 11:13 AM
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NICCIG80
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I couldn't tell; it seemed to be coming from down by the pulley. That's why I assumed I had done something wrong.
Dec 26, 2015 at 11:16 AM
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CARADIODOC
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If I understand correctly, the belt was melted before you replaced parts. That tells me it's not that you did something wrong. It's that you didn't go far enough to find the cause of the problem. You only repaired the result.
Dec 26, 2015 at 11:23 AM
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NICCIG80
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Well that's not comforting :)
So what would be the cause of these problems? Any idea? It's very possible that I did something wrong. I had to YouTube directions for pulley and belt replacement to even get the job done. It took a full two days of frustration and meltdowns for me to get the belt on correctly. When I finally did it, I was so thrilled, and then the car died 20 seconds or so after I started it. Grrrrrr
Dec 26, 2015 at 11:28 AM
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CARADIODOC
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I think our replies crossed in the mail. You don't have to remove the belt again. Just loosen it enough so you can spin each pulley by hand. Or you can watch for which one is not turning while a helper cranks the engine.
Dec 26, 2015 at 11:38 AM
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NICCIG80
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Okay, thank you!
Dec 26, 2015 at 11:39 AM
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RPERSON01
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i am trying to replace the serpentine belt in my car and i am unable to figure out the route for the belt to go back on the car, i was unable to find a manual on this subject.
Jun 20, 2020 at 6:08 AM (Merged)
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BMRFIXIT
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this is what i have hope can help let me know


https://images.2carpros.com/forum/automotive_pictures/99387_focus_1.jpg

Jun 20, 2020 at 6:08 AM (Merged)
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DARRENLOOSELY
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can anyone give me a drive belt diagram for a 1.8 focus zetec with air con
Jun 20, 2020 at 6:09 AM (Merged)
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MERLIN2021
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there are 6 possibilities, here are the 3 engines with A/C...


https://images.2carpros.com/forum/automotive_pictures/62217_Belt_1.jpg


https://images.2carpros.com/forum/automotive_pictures/62217_Belt2_1.jpg


https://images.2carpros.com/forum/automotive_pictures/62217_Belt3_1.jpg

Jun 20, 2020 at 6:09 AM (Merged)
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KING MICHAEL
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can you help me i need a drive belt diagram for a w reg ford focus zetec 3 door.
Jun 20, 2020 at 6:09 AM (Merged)
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MERLIN2021
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Give me the engine size in litres usually found on the engine, but also on the white label under the hood
Jun 20, 2020 at 6:09 AM (Merged)
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HIPIS
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Concerns about the timing belt is the way I have a question. Can someone explain to me how to replace the in the Ford Focus? Maybe one of you has a description of the exchange or litter may be a link.
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MERLIN2021
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I recommend you buy a shop manual for it at a parts store, you will need the info to avoid damaging internal engine parts, and as a reference as you do the work.
Jun 20, 2020 at 6:09 AM (Merged)
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JANET
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belt diagram for 2003 Ford Focus wagon with Air conditioning
Jun 20, 2020 at 6:09 AM (Merged)
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DRCRANKNWRENCH
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There are a few possibilities.
I have attached one. Let me know if that is what you are looking for.
I will keep an eye on this post and give you another diagram if this is not it.
Jun 20, 2020 at 6:09 AM (Merged)
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JANET
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Sorry this is not the right one. It's a 2L. Spilt Port engine. Thie diagram is for a Zetec engine. It's not the right set up.
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JANET
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Not that one either
Jun 20, 2020 at 6:09 AM (Merged)
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JANET
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Not this one. It seems to be the same as last two...is this the only diagram there is ????
Jun 20, 2020 at 6:09 AM (Merged)
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JOHN MURRAY
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I changed the alternator on the engine and when I
went to put the serpentine belt back it is too long.
It's like 6" or so too long now. I checked the routing
several times and it's too long. What did I do wrong?
Jun 20, 2020 at 6:09 AM (Merged)
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MHPAUTOS
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Hi there, check the link for the belt information.

Mark (mhpautos)

https://www.2carpros.com/car_repair_information/year/2002/make/ford/model/focus/2002_ford_focus_drive_belt_routing_diagram.htm
Jun 20, 2020 at 6:09 AM (Merged)
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JANET
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All are the same diagram
Jun 20, 2020 at 6:09 AM (Merged)
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DRCRANKNWRENCH
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Are you multiple responses of the same thing repeatedly?
Sorry if you are, there are bugs being worked out as the site has been revamped.

Let me know and in the mean time I will send you another diagram.
Thanks

Attached is another diagram, it should be labeled Focus_Belt2
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2CP-ARCHIVES
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how to fit a drive belt with diagram
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CJ MEDEVAC
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I DON'T KNOW WHAT YOUR ENGINE SIZE IS

MAY NOT MATTER


LEMME KNOW HOW IT GOES

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2CP-ARCHIVES
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i need a diagram and explanation on how to fit back a drive belt for a 1.6 ford focus 2001
Jun 20, 2020 at 6:09 AM (Merged)
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JACOBANDNICKOLAS
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If you go to our homepage under the DIY section, there is a choice of drive belt routing. That will show you how the belt goes on.
Jun 20, 2020 at 6:09 AM (Merged)
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2001 Ford Focus 4 cyl Front Wheel Drive Automatic
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I'm looking for a belt diagram for a 01 focus zts zetec DOHC can't find one anywhere. someone please help!
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https://images.2carpros.com/forum/automotive_pictures/62217_SerpVINP_1.jpg


https://images.2carpros.com/forum/automotive_pictures/62217_SerpVINPWAC_1.jpg

Jun 20, 2020 at 6:09 AM (Merged)
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SPARKYTJ1
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I need a diagram to put the serpentine belt back on my 2001 ford focus
Jun 22, 2020 at 3:17 AM (Merged)
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MHPAUTOS
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Check this link for timing belt & serpentine belt fittings.

https://www.2carpros.com/diagrams/ford/focus/2001

this guide will give you an idea of what you are in for when doing the job.

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/replace-serpentine-belt

For both a/c and no a/c

Check out the diagrams (Below)

Please let us know what happens.

Cheers
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Thank you I love this site got the job done and saved money! I love this site
Jun 22, 2020 at 3:17 AM (Merged)

Suggested Repair

Loosen the serpentine belt enough to spin each pulley by hand, or have a helper crank the engine while watching which pulley does not turn. A seized accessory, most likely the generator, probably caused the original belt to melt; replace that component before refitting the belt.

Conversation Summary

A 2010 Ford Focus owner replaced the serpentine belt, tensioner, and idler after the belt melted on a pulley. The engine then died within about 30 seconds, smoked near the pulleys, and the check-engine light came on. The expert said the melted belt was the result of a locked component rather than incorrect installation and advised checking each pulley for seizure, with the generator the leading suspect. Later posts from other users requested drive-belt diagrams for various Focus years and engines.

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