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matteomayer10

Focus Diesel Running Lean

My 2018 Ford Focus diesel (189823 km) is running lean. I'm seeing reduced power, check engine light, rough running, and jerking when accelerating. I suspect the injection system, maybe a bad valve or injector. Anyone else seen this?

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marchimmel6

A lean running condition on a diesel Focus like yours could be more than just injectors. Have you checked the air-fuel ratio? Is the catalytic converter working right? A bad throttle body or vacuum leak could also be the problem. What have you checked so far?

matteomayer10 (Author)

I haven't checked the air-fuel ratio directly, nor the catalytic converter. I visually checked the intake manifold for leaks, but no pressure test. How important is the air-fuel ratio here, and what's a reasonable range?

marchimmel6

Air-fuel ratio is critical given the symptoms. I can't give a precise range without Ford's data, but any major deviation from the stoichiometric value suggests a problem. With the mileage and potential complexity, a professional diagnosis is best to avoid further damage.

matteomayer10 (Author)

Took it to a workshop, and they confirmed a defective fuel injector. Replacement and labor cost 515€. Thanks for the help.

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