2014 Ford Focus maintenance schedule
Every service on the 2014 Focus, with its interval and an estimated cost.
The 2014 Ford Focus oil change interval is every 10,000 mi or 12 months, whichever comes first. Ford uses the Intelligent Oil-Life Monitor: change the oil when the information display shows the oil change message (within two weeks or 500 mi of it appearing), and never exceed one year or 10,000 mi between oil changes. If the display resets prematurely or is inoperative, change the oil every six months or 5,000 mi. Ford's guideline for when the message appears: normal use 7,500-10,000 mi; severe use (moderate to heavy load or towing, mountainous or off-road driving, extended idling, extended hot or cold operation) 5,000-7,499 mi; extreme use (maximum load or towing, extreme hot or cold operation) 3,000-4,999 mi. Severe schedule, dusty or sandy roads: every 5,000 mi or six months.
- Tire Rotation
- 10,000mi
- ≈ 16,000km
- 12 mo
- Brake Inspection
- 10,000mi
- ≈ 16,000km
- 12 mo
- Cabin Air Filter
- 20,000mi
- ≈ 32,000km
- Engine Air Filter
- 30,000mi
- ≈ 48,000km
Service intervals
From the 2014 Ford Focus schedule.
| Service | Every | Status |
|---|---|---|
| Engine Oil & FilterSafety itemFord uses the Intelligent Oil-Life Monitor: change the oil when the information display shows the oil change message (within two weeks or 500 mi of it appearing), and never exceed one year or 10,000 mi between oil changes. If the display resets prematurely or is inoperative, change the oil every six months or 5,000 mi. Ford's guideline for when the message appears: normal use 7,500-10,000 mi; severe use (moderate to heavy load or towing, mountainous or off-road driving, extended idling, extended hot or cold operation) 5,000-7,499 mi; extreme use (maximum load or towing, extreme hot or cold operation) 3,000-4,999 mi. Severe schedule, dusty or sandy roads: every 5,000 mi or six months.Guide How to Change Your Oil · The engine oil system: what every part does | 10,000 mi / 12 mo≈ 16,000 km / 12 mo | |
| Tire RotationAt every oil change interval indicated by the Intelligent Oil-Life Monitor (never more than one year or 10,000 mi): rotate the tires, inspect tire wear and measure tread depth. Dusty or sandy roads: every 5,000 mi.Guide How to Rotate Your Tires at Home · How to Choose and Use a Torque Wrench | 10,000 mi / 12 mo≈ 16,000 km / 12 mo | |
| Brake InspectionAt every oil change interval (never more than one year or 10,000 mi): inspect the brake pads, shoes, rotors, drums, brake linings, hoses and parking brake.Guide How to Change Brake Pads: Step-by-Step Guide | 10,000 mi / 12 mo≈ 16,000 km / 12 mo | |
| Cabin Air FilterReplace every 20,000 mi. Extensive idling or low-speed driving, or dusty or sandy roads: inspect frequently and replace as required.Guide How to Replace Your Cabin Air Filter | 20,000 mi≈ 32,000 km | |
| Engine Air FilterReplace every 30,000 mi. Extensive idling or low-speed driving, or dusty or sandy roads: inspect frequently and replace as required.Guide How to Replace Your Air Filter (Engine & Cabin) | 30,000 mi≈ 48,000 km | |
| Spark PlugsReplace every 100,000 mi. Severe (extensive idling or low-speed driving for long distances, as in heavy commercial use such as delivery, taxi, patrol car or livery): every 60,000 mi.Guide How to Change Spark Plugs · How to Choose and Use a Torque Wrench | 100,000 mi≈ 161,000 km | |
| Drive Belt InspectionInspect the accessory drive belt(s) at 100,000 mi, then every other oil change until replaced. Replace them at 150,000 mi if not replaced within the last 100,000 mi.Guide How to Replace a Serpentine Belt | 100,000 mi≈ 161,000 km | |
| Engine CoolantInitial replacement at six years or 100,000 mi, then every three years or 50,000 mi.Guide How to Flush Your Coolant System | 100,000 mi / 72 mo≈ 161,000 km / 72 mo | |
| Manual Transmission Fluid (5-speed manual / 6-speed manual only)Manual gearboxes (5-speed MTX75, and the 6-speed MMT6 on the ST): change the manual transmission fluid every 150,000 mi. Severe: every 60,000 mi when the car is used primarily with a car-top carrier; every 50,000 mi on dusty or sandy roads. | 150,000 mi≈ 241,000 km | |
| Dual-Clutch Transmission Fluid (6-speed PowerShift dual-clutch automatic (DPS6) only)6-speed PowerShift dual-clutch automatic (DPS6): change the transmission fluid (Motorcraft Dual Clutch Transmission Fluid) every 150,000 mi. The gearbox has no dipstick; a dealer checks the fluid level. No severe-service interval.Guide How to Change Transmission Fluid | 150,000 mi≈ 241,000 km | |
| Battery InspectionOwner check every six months: check the battery connections and clean if necessary. Battery performance is also part of the multi-point inspection at each scheduled service.Guide How to Replace a Car Battery (on a Modern Car) · The car battery and charging system: what every part does | 6 mo |
≈ converted from the other unit and rounded.
Common questions about the 2014 Ford Focus
How often does a 2014 Ford Focus need an oil change?
The 2014 Ford Focus oil change interval is every 10,000 mi or 12 months, whichever comes first. Ford uses the Intelligent Oil-Life Monitor: change the oil when the information display shows the oil change message (within two weeks or 500 mi of it appearing), and never exceed one year or 10,000 mi between oil changes. If the display resets prematurely or is inoperative, change the oil every six months or 5,000 mi. Ford's guideline for when the message appears: normal use 7,500-10,000 mi; severe use (moderate to heavy load or towing, mountainous or off-road driving, extended idling, extended hot or cold operation) 5,000-7,499 mi; extreme use (maximum load or towing, extreme hot or cold operation) 3,000-4,999 mi. Severe schedule, dusty or sandy roads: every 5,000 mi or six months.
What maintenance does a 2014 Ford Focus need?
The services not to skip on a 2014 Ford Focus: engine oil & filter every 10,000 mi / 12 mo. The table above lists every service with its interval and an estimated cost.