Situated in the front of your engine bay is your Ford Focus radiator, which is the core component of your vehicle’s cooling system. The radiator is a horizontal or vertical finned device which contains tubes and passages that hold large amounts of liquid. Two hoses are attached to your Focus radiator, and upper and a lower, through which coolant travels in and out.

Your radiator also features a pressurized cap that holds the coolant inside. Basically, the job of the Ford Focus radiator is to serve as a clearinghouse for your coolant.

This important liquid travels through your engine absorbing the massive amounts of heat your various moving parts generate, and is then sent to your radiator to release it. Once heated coolant enters your Focus radiator, it is spread through the tubes and passages in order to increase the surface area and be allowed to radiate the heat. The cooling process is supplemented by moving air, which comes from your front grille when you are driving, or your auxiliary fan while your vehicle is idling. Problems can develop with your Ford Focus radiator through leaks or blockages that prevent the circulation of coolant. Blockage develops due to the accumulation of rust and debris circulating through the system. Regular flushing and cleaning of your Focus radiator helps to prevent this problem. If your radiator springs a leak, either through collision damage or through rust and corrosion, which occurs naturally over time, you should replace it immediately to prevent damage to your engine.Browse our extensive online catalogue for a great selection of inexpensive, high-quality replacement radiators, and enjoy our fast, reliable shipping as well as our great low prices.