I would think it can be done, i asked similar years ago with the mk2 as my mates 2010 Cmax is specced with front sensors, which is essentially the same, wiring wise as the Focus.

I suspect the parking sensor module may be different to allow the 2 sets rather than just the rears to be used but i never did find out for sure.

 

There was a picture on here of a Mk2 Focus :rs: where someone got a dealer to fit the front parking sensors to it... would love 'em! :yep: Handy! :nice:

 

I thought it would have been std fitment or at very least an option.

 

they werent an option on the new focus st due to the shape of the front bumper apparently,so its prob for the same reason

 

There was a picture on here of a Mk2 Focus :rs: where someone got a dealer to fit the front parking sensors to it... would love 'em! :yep: Handy! :nice:

@krupauk has them in the front of his mk2

 

The previous owner got front and back aftermarket parking sensors put on. There is a button beside the handbrake to activate the front ones, i have used the front about twice in the whole time i have had the car going on nearly four years

 

Even when I asked a dealer about non factory fit Fiesta ST rear sensors they said only factory fit would be integrated to the car display but they could retro fit rear sensors that just beep etc.

 

I wonder what if any hardware differences are required for automated parallel parking, are the electric assist steering racks common (on say a Focus or C-Max Titanium with and without the park assist) and it's just a case of having factory front sensors and enabling the software? Or is more hardware required?

I prefer to do my own wheel twirling but it would be a fascinating how to thread if it is technically possible with the steering rack already on the RS.

 

I wonder what if any hardware differences are required for automated parallel parking, are the electric assist steering racks common (on say a Focus or C-Max Titanium with and without the park assist) and it's just a case of having factory front sensors and enabling the software? Or is more hardware required?

I prefer to do my own wheel twirling but it would be a fascinating how to thread if it is technically possible with the steering rack already on the RS.

I have this on my Focus Titanium and used it several times, takes some getting used to, to see the wheel twirling away by itself is spooky - but fun!

 

I have this on my Focus Titanium and used it several times, takes some getting used to, to see the wheel twirling away by itself is spooky - but fun!

I had one of those for a couple of days.

I set up a bit of a makeshift parking bay in the warehouse and a few of my work colleagues had a play. As you say the wheel turning is a bit spooky and it's really hard to sit on your hands and trust the system.

 

This is listed as a Ford accessory which can be supplied and fitted by the dealer for £399 including any painting if required.

 

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This is listed as a Ford accessory which can be supplied and fitted by the dealer for £399 including any painting if required.

That's for "Focus 01/2011 - 08/2014". Under the "Focus from 09/2014" no sensors are listed, I think the RS would in this section.

This might work - http://www.fordpartsuk.com/shop/ford_x-vision_rear_parking_sensor_kit_f_1804061_c_1195.htm

 

How about this,

http://www.fordpartsuk.com/shop/ford_x-vision_front_parking_sensor_kit_f_1804069.htm

 

Has anyone got this priced up by a dealer yet as interested in having it on mine when it arrives!!

 

Could possibly use this Ford accessory

 

How about this,

http://www.fordpartsuk.com/shop/ford_x-vision_front_parking_sensor_kit_f_1804069.htm

Well spotted, this looks like it would be suitable for the RS

 

there isnt really anywhere suitable for them to go,this is why they arent offered on the st either

 

there isnt really anywhere suitable for them to go,this is why they arent offered on the st either

Good point, limited to corners only

 

I have found a solution

 

X vision are the only warranty friendly parking sensors you can use on a Ford. Iirc it is the only 3rd party accessory that has this approval! The xvision kits are very good but need to be evenly spaced and have to forward facing and 2 angled to be most effective. So unless you mount them either side of the number plate they wont work very well. Personally,I would rather have the extra cooling from the more aggressive bumper than front parking sensors.

 

there may not be enough clearance behind the sides of the number plate area either as you normally need around 30/35mm of depth and lets face it they would look cack on an rs anyway :smile: