Spec 02-04 Ford Focus 2.0L SVT Stage 2+ Clutch Kit
The SPEC SF003H is a Stage 2+ clutch kit for the 2002-2004 Ford Focus SVT, the three- and five-door Focus with the 170 hp Duratec ST170 2.0L and the six-speed manual. Owners usually go looking for it once the stock clutch starts to slip after a header, intake, tune or turbo kit, or when an aging original clutch finally gives up and they want more holding power for the replacement. SPEC rates this kit at 285 ft-lb of torque, which leaves plenty of room above what a stock SVT makes.
The SVT Focus uses a six-speed Getrag manual gearbox that was unique to the SVT and ST170 versions; the regular Focus got a five-speed. The clutch sits between the flywheel and that gearbox. The pressure plate clamps the disc against the flywheel, and pressing the pedal moves the hydraulic release system to pull that clamp load off so you can shift. SPEC's Stage 2+ step raises clamp load and uses a more aggressive disc than an OE-style clutch, so it holds more torque before it starts to slip, while still being meant for a car that gets driven on the street.
The important detail on this part: SPEC lists the SF003H for use only with a SPEC billet flywheel, either the SF30S-2 steel flywheel (22 lb) or the SF30A-2 aluminum flywheel (13 lb). It is not designed to bolt to the factory SVT flywheel. Plan the flywheel into the job and the budget before ordering the clutch.
Rule out the hydraulics first. A soft or sinking pedal, a low reservoir, or fluid at the slave cylinder can stop the clutch from releasing or clamping fully, and a new kit will not cure that. Then do a controlled test: fourth gear, about 2,500 rpm, then full throttle. If engine speed runs ahead of the car, the disc is slipping. Check the bellhousing seam for oil as well, because a leaking rear main or input seal soaks the disc and makes any clutch slip. Our slipping diagnosis guide walks through the road test, and shift flare vs. slip explains what true slip feels like.
This listing is for the 2002-2004 Ford Focus SVT with the 2.0L ST170 engine and six-speed. It does not fit the standard Focus 2.0L with the five-speed, and it does not fit the later Focus ST or Focus RS. Because SPEC requires its own SF30-series flywheel with this kit, a car still on the factory flywheel needs that flywheel as well. If you are not sure what is on your car, send us the year and VIN and we will confirm fitment before it ships. Other clutch kits, flywheels and rebuild parts are in the rebuild kits and clutch category.
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| Brand | SPEC |
| Part number | SF003H |
| Fits | Spec 02-04 Ford Focus 2.0L SVT Stage 2+ Clutch Kit |
| Vehicle fitment | Ford Focus (2002-2004) |
| Type | Clutch Kits - Single |
| Condition | New |
| Ships | Same business day (in stock), from the USA |
| Warranty | 1-year |
No. This kit is listed for the 2002-2004 Focus SVT with the ST170 engine and six-speed. The standard Focus 2.0L uses a five-speed and different clutch parts.
SPEC lists the SF003H for use only with a SPEC billet flywheel, either the SF30S-2 steel or SF30A-2 aluminum version. Plan on one of those flywheels with this kit.
SPEC rates the SF003H at 285 ft-lb, well above a stock SVT Focus, so it suits bolt-ons, tuning and many forced-induction builds.
Yes for most owners. Expect a firmer pedal and quicker engagement than stock, but SPEC's Stage 2 range is built for street-driven performance cars.
The required SPEC flywheel, flywheel bolts, the pilot bearing, and any leaking rear main seal. Check the slave cylinder and hydraulic line while the gearbox is out.
Use the manual transmission fluid Ford specifies for the SVT six-speed, and bleed the clutch hydraulics with fresh brake fluid of the type on the reservoir cap.
