1998 Ford Focus Hatchback First generation (MK1) Brake System Specifications
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| Condition | Value |
|---|
| Front axle brake disc diameter | 10.16 in |
| Front axle brake disc thickness | 0.87 in |
| Front axle brake disc minimal thickness | 0.79 in |
| Front axle brake lining minimal thickness | 0.059 in |
| Rear axle brake disc diameter | 9.95 in |
| Rear axle brake disc thickness | 0.39 in |
| Rear axle minimal brake disc thickness | 0.31 in |
| Rear axle brake drum diameter | 7.99 in |
| Rear axle brake drum diameter wear limit | 8.03 in |
| Without backing plate | 0.059 in |
| Without backing plate | 0.039 in |
Brake system is the most important system in your 1998 Focus Hatchback. Check pads and disks from time to time and replace them as they worn below minimum thickness allowed by Ford.
Please be noted that all capacities listed here are approximate. Check fluid levels when adding or refilling as recommended in your 1998 Ford Focus Hatchback user's manual. Keep in mind that all information here is provided “as is” without any warranty of any kind.
Before doing any DIY service please check your insurance policy and Ford warranty policy for your region. In some regions DIY service may invalidate your warranty.
Table of Contents
- Air Conditioning Compressor Oil Capacity
- Air Conditioning Refrigerant Capacity
- Automatic Transmission Fluid Capacity
- Brake Fluid Capacity
- Cooling Fluid Capacity
- Engine Oil Capacity
- Fluid and Lubricant Specifications
- Manual Transmission Oil Capacity
- Steering Fluid Capacity
- Brake System Specifications
- Chassis Specifications
- Cooling System Specifications
- Drive Belts Specifications
- Electrical System Specifications
- Emission
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