Just bought a 2002 Focus w/ 12,000 miles on it. When I picked it up at the dealer(Mazda-Toyota), we had a problem with the key. The dealer "explained" that I had to RUB THE KEY ON THE TRIANGLE in the center of the dash, and then turn the key one click, turn it off, and then start the car. What BULL! Later found out the Focus is notorious for bad ignition cylinders. Got a new cylinder installed, and a week later I couldn't get the key out of the ignition. They (Ford dealer) then repaired/replaced the shifter (automatic trans, on the center console). In the meantime, also had a bad key. (They fail sometimes). Bought a new key ($40) and had it programmed by the dealer. Keeping my fingers crossed that its fixed! Had a laugh when I realized how the first dealer snowed me, and thank god for the warantee!
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20 years ago