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Prices from £348 to £967
4.82 / 5 · 1,455 Trustpilot reviews

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Ford Focus windscreen price, by year

Prices vary significantly across Focus generations and trim levels. Early-2010s models without cameras are the most affordable; later models with Co-Pilot360 cameras and heated or solar-control glass carry higher costs due to calibration complexity and advanced glass specifications.

Acoustic noise-reduction glass on select trims, encapsulated edges on newer models, and sensor-heated zones all add to replacement cost — confirmed during your online quote.

Year Price range Quote
2025 £529 £783 Price my 2025
2024 £529 £783 Price my 2024
2023 £529 £783 Price my 2023
2022 £529 £783 Price my 2022
2021 £529 £783 Price my 2021
2020 £529 £783 Price my 2020
2019 £529 £783 Price my 2019

The displayed range is an indicator — the final price is produced by the quote form after you confirm your variant. Older Focuss can still be booked.

Curious why prices vary so widely? Read our UK windscreen replacement cost guide .

What Ford Focus owners say

4.83/5 across 18 verified Ford Focus owners

Showing 18 reviews from verified Ford Focus owners. Across the whole of UK Car Glass, 4.82/5 from 1,455 Trustpilot reviews.

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Gary L.

Trustpilot24 Mar 2026

Focus owner

A quick, first class experience at a good price!

UK Car Glass did a superb job replacing my shattered heated rear screen. From my initial enquiry they swiftly followed up by email to exactly ensure my requirements, and the work was carried out efficiently the following day, including cleaning up all the shattered glass. Excellent value!

JC

Jenny C.

Trustpilot5 Dec 2025

Focus owner

Excellent

Excellent communication , service , speedy and so importantly brilliant price compared to other quotes! Would use again !

AA

Asif A.

Trustpilot20 Jun 2025

Focus owner

I got in touch with UK Car Glass via…

I got in touch with UK Car Glass via the website and filled in the details required (it was out of office hours) the following morning I received a text around 8am. The quote was almost £500 cheaper then the big national company. I accepted the quote via the link and made payment. Within 10 minutes my order had gone through and a technician had been assigned to me. Got a call from the technician asked if I was free that afternoon which I was so it worked out great for me. Arrived promptly at 1.45pm and had finished by around 2.20pm. I would highly recommend UK Car Glass. Really impressed with the speed of the service received. My student has a driving test booked for Monday and the examiners will not take a car out on test with the size of cracked I had on my Ford Focus (23 plate) once again thank you.

PI

Paul I.

Verified on Trustpilot8 Aug 2024

Focus owner

No complaints - did a good job.

Company kept in touch, and upon arrival their staff completed a tidy job. Only odd thing is they called me on the landline (a number I didn't give) rather than my mobile. Curious that managed to get the landline?

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Paul S.

Verified on Trustpilot2 Jul 2024

Focus owner

Although a couple of issues initially

Although a couple of issues initially, everything was taken care of and sorted out very quickly

CL

Chris L.

Trustpilot31 May 2024

Focus owner

Impressed with the service

Impressed with the service, both from the booking service and the speed and quality of the job itself. Very impressed to receive a call to say I had inadvertently clicked on the screen having a rain sensor which the car didn't have and I would receive a £100 refund

NT

Nigel T.

Verified on Trustpilot15 Jul 2023

Focus owner

Very friendly guy

Very friendly guy, did a great job in no time at all, very pleased with the service, many thanks

DF

Darryl F.

Trustpilot14 Jun 2023

Focus owner

Windscreen Replacement

Had to get my windscreen replaced and got quotes from the 3 main companies, UK Car Glass were the cheapest and the quickest. Booked online on Sunday and had a technician assigned for Tuesday all very easy. Received a call Tuesday morning letting me know what time the technician would be there and a call from the Technician when he arrived at my car and 45 mins later it was all done perfectly. Very happy with the service.

JM

joanna M.

Verified on Trustpilot11 May 2023

Focus owner

Good service

They arranged for a car windscreen repair company to come and replace the glass at a date convenient to me. The repair was quick and efficient it was a very good service.

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David C.

Trustpilot20 Apr 2023

Focus owner

The technician was very nice and…

The technician was very nice and friendly and even made a funny joke about the broken window. He was very quick and even hovered up the glass. Will definitely use this company again. Thanks again.

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niki D.

Trustpilot1 Apr 2023

Focus owner

Fitter was friendly and polite.

Fitter was friendly and polite and completed the job within an hour. Great job done from the guys from Rapid Windscreens. Nice to see fast reliable sub contractors used.

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Alan

Verified on Trustpilot4 Dec 2022

Focus owner

Great service

Great service and a special mention for my glass fitter John who was brilliant and couldn’t do enough to help me and done an amazing job!

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Ian S.

Trustpilot29 Jun 2022

Focus owner

A bit twitchy

Sending a large sum of money to a company on the internet for a service you don’t always use is always a little scary. However, UK Car Glass came through with flying colours. Fast, efficient and helpful. Well done!!!. I hope I don’t have to used you again, in the nicest sense, but if my window screen goes again, you will be the first company I call. Thank you!!

EL

Emma L.

Verified on Trustpilot4 Mar 2022

Focus owner

Really good service

Really good service, they were the only supplier who had my screen available (2019 Ford Focus) and via the WhatsApp communication we were able to organise a prompt fitting date in time for my MOT. The fitter was so friendly and clearly passionate about his work. I would highly recommend.

PM

Phillip M.

Trustpilot2 Sept 2021

Focus owner

Great service

Great service, and perfect work carried out by Chris. Great communication as phoned Friday and had window replaced by Saturday, more than happy.

FD

Ferenc D.

Trustpilot14 Aug 2021

Focus owner

Perfect quick service

Perfect quick service

LD

Lee D.

Verified on Trustpilot14 Dec 2023

Focus owner

Worth trying

Some confusion over the date of fitting, but all sorted. Everyone i dealt with was polite and professional and most importantly a good price. Id recommend using them.

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DAVID

Verified on Trustpilot1 May 2023

Focus owner

Keeping the customer informed is a…

Keeping the customer informed is a must. Contacted me to say they having problem finding the screen. Then no contact at all after that. The day of fitting I didn't no what's happening emailed twice no response. Have very poor phone service in the area. Conclusion good at selling bad communication.

VT

Vernon T.

Verified on Trustpilot7 May 2026

Two chaps turned up to replace…

Two chaps turned up to replace windscreen. Very curtius and informative. Did a great job .no damage to the car which I've had with other company's in the past..great information from the start buy there team.highly recommend uk car glass

WG

William G.

Verified on Trustpilot4 May 2026

The guy i dealt with was great he had…

The guy i dealt with was great he had my quote straight away and had my windscreen fixed within 2days quick and reliable and kept me up to date with everything that was going on. I couldn't ask for any better.

PM

Philip M.

Verified on Trustpilot2 May 2026

Efficient replacement of B-Max Rear Window

Some difficulty locating replacement rear offside window for my Ford B-Max at the right price. After slight delay efficient service by office administrators and installer.

MA

Max A.

Verified on Trustpilot1 May 2026

Great communication

Great communication, easy and speedy service and affordable pricing would 100% recommend!

MA

Max A.

Verified on Trustpilot1 May 2026

Great communication

Great communication, easy and speedy service and affordable pricing would 100% recommend!

PL

Peter L.

Verified on Trustpilot26 Apr 2026

Excellent

Arrived on time, took a little bit longer to replace the rear window on a corsa hatchback but the work was excellent and all the broken glass was retrieved and disposed of. The guy from UK glass was very thorough and I would recommend this company should you need any car windows/windscreens replacing.

SH

Shane H.

Verified on Trustpilot22 Apr 2026

Fantastic booking experience thanks to…

Fantastic booking experience thanks to Jackie. £240 less than a qoute from a well know company who said could not do it at my house despite accepting a booking. Technician called 10 minutes before arrival and did a great job. Highly recommend.

CH

Colin H.

Verified on Trustpilot17 Apr 2026

Good communication

Good communication, arrived well within the dedicated time and carried out a thoroughly professional job in a friendly manner.

PK

Peter K.

Trustpilot7 Apr 2026

They replaced my windscreen quickly and…

They replaced my windscreen quickly and cleanly. The external seal was also broken and they replaced that too. I was very happy with their service and the technician sent to do the work. Thanks

LC

Linda C.

Verified on Trustpilot17 Mar 2026

Fiat 500 Front screen.

Very good and easy to use Website, once booked a very polite person called to adjust the date, a couple of days later Credit cards was debited, the gentleman Fitter arrived on the 17th March 2026. He was extremely polite, with 20 years experience, he did a very clean job. I’m extremely happy. great company.

DR

david R.

Verified on Trustpilot30 Jan 2026

pleasing outcome.

although the technician arrived late in the day he did not rush anything carrying on very calmly and carefully. the finished job looking like new. he tidied everything up . so a really competent fixing and friendly with it.

KD

Karl D.

Trustpilot23 Dec 2025

UK Car Glass 👍🏼

Great communication from the get go turned up at the agreed time and completed the installation. The guys explained the after care for the next few days and left everything spotless when they packed up

What to expect during your Ford Focus windscreen replacement

Booking a Focus windscreen replacement through UK Car Glass is straightforward — from instant quote to fitted appointment in under two minutes.

  1. 1

    Answer a short quiz on your Focus variant (generation, features, trim level) to get an instant quote — takes about a minute.

  2. 2

    Complete your online booking and payment in under two minutes.

  3. 3

    Our parts-check team confirms your exact glass specification within one working day.

  4. 4

    You're matched with an approved fitter in your area; they contact you to arrange a fitting time (typically mobile at your address).

  5. 5

    The fitter arrives, removes the damaged windscreen, fits your replacement glass, and completes any required camera calibration.

  6. 6

    Your fitter confirms the minimum drive-away time before leaving — usually the same as non-ADAS jobs because calibration runs in parallel with adhesive cure.

Your replacement glass is covered by a two-year warranty on workmanship and glass quality.

Mobile fitting or workshop visit for your Focus?

Most Focus windscreen replacements can be done mobile at your address. However, if your model is equipped with Co-Pilot360 cameras and requires static calibration (using target boards in a controlled environment), your fitter will arrange a workshop appointment instead — the full job, including calibration, is completed at one location to ensure safety-critical alignment is done correctly.

Weather can also influence the choice; your fitter will advise on the day. In all cases, you'll know the location before booking.

We confirm the specific answer for your vehicle when you book.

What features does your Focus have?

Tap a feature to see what it is, how to spot it on your car, and how it affects glass replacement. We confirm the exact match for your vehicle when you book.

  • Vin Notch34
    1998–2025

    A printed VIN reference box along the bottom edge of your windscreen helps identify your vehicle's chassis number at a glance.

    What it means

    A VIN (Vehicle Identification Number) notch is a small printed or etched box positioned along the lower edge of the windscreen that displays your vehicle's chassis number. This reference marking is a manufacturing and administrative feature, allowing quick visual identification of the vehicle without needing to consult documents. It's particularly useful for service records, insurance claims, and vehicle registration purposes. The notch itself doesn't affect the structural integrity or safety performance of the glass.

    How to tell

    Look along the bottom edge of your windscreen — typically in one of the lower corners — for a small rectangular box containing printed digits or characters. If you're uncertain, check your vehicle's service handbook or ask your dealership or service centre to confirm whether your model includes this feature.

    Replacement impact

    When your windscreen is replaced, the new glass will retain the VIN notch printed or etched by the manufacturer. This is a standard feature on replacement windscreens for compatible vehicles and requires no additional work or adjustment. The notch does not affect glass fitting, cure time, or any post-replacement calibration procedures.

  • Green33
    1998–2025

    Green tint reduces glare and improves visual comfort by filtering certain light wavelengths.

    What it means

    Green tint is a light-filtering coating applied to the glass during manufacture. It absorbs and reduces transmission of certain wavelengths of light, primarily to cut glare from sunlight and reflections. The tint is subtle — often barely visible to the naked eye — but measurably improves visual comfort during prolonged driving, particularly in bright conditions. It's a factory specification chosen by the vehicle manufacturer to balance daylight comfort with interior visibility and aesthetic consistency across all glass in the vehicle.

    How to tell

    The easiest way to check is to roll your side window halfway down and hold a piece of white paper behind it. Look carefully for a tint cast — green tint will appear as a subtle green hue compared to clear glass. Your windscreen will have the same tint as your side windows. You can also ask your vehicle's dealership or service centre — they'll have the original specification on file.

    Replacement impact

    Green-tinted replacement glass must match the original tint specification to maintain visual consistency across all windows and preserve the vehicle's interior aesthetics. Aftermarket OE-equivalent (OEE) green-tinted glass is widely available, though some vehicles may require original equipment (OEM) dealership glass if the tint specification is proprietary. Tint does not affect calibration, cure time, or installation procedure — it's a cosmetic and functional specification only.

  • Fitting Hardware29
    1998–2017

    Pre-fitted clips and brackets that secure the glass to your vehicle, supplied ready to bond as a complete unit.

    What it means

    Fitting hardware comprises the clips, brackets, mouldings and adhesive retention components that hold the glass securely in place on your vehicle's frame. When your replacement glass is supplied with fitting hardware pre-attached, it arrives as a ready-to-install assembly rather than as bare glass requiring separate hardware attachment during the fit. This streamlines the replacement process and ensures correct positioning and fitment.

    How to tell

    Check your vehicle's service history or contact your dealership service department with your registration number. They can confirm whether your glass comes with pre-fitted hardware as standard. Visually, pre-fitted hardware appears as clips or brackets already bonded or attached to the glass edges before it reaches the fitting technician.

    Replacement impact

    Glass supplied with pre-fitted hardware typically requires no additional labour to attach clips or brackets during the fit, reducing technician time at the vehicle. The hardware must be in good condition and correctly positioned for the glass to seal and function properly. If hardware is damaged during removal of the old glass, replacement or repair of that hardware may be needed before the new glass can be fitted securely.

  • Rain Sensor23
    2004–2025No calibration after replacement

    Your wipers automatically activate when rain falls on the windscreen.

    What it means

    A rain sensor is a device mounted on or behind the windscreen that detects moisture and triggers the wiper system automatically. The sensor uses infrared light to measure water droplets on the glass surface and signals the vehicle's electrical system to engage the wipers without driver input. This feature improves safety in sudden downpours and reduces driver workload in variable weather conditions.

    How to tell

    Check your windscreen for a small sensor unit, usually mounted near the top centre behind the glass or at the base of the mirror. Look for a small dark component or lens. If your vehicle has automatic wipers that activate without you toggling the stalk, you have a rain sensor. Ask your dealer or service centre to confirm; they can check your vehicle records or wiper module settings.

    Replacement impact

    Rain sensors are non-structural elements and do not require recalibration after windscreen replacement. The sensor bracket or mounting may need careful removal and reinstallation to ensure it sits correctly behind the new glass. If the sensor itself is damaged during removal, a replacement unit may be needed. Your fitter will confirm the condition and refit or replace the sensor as part of the standard replacement procedure.

  • Heated Windscreen21
    1998–2025

    Heated windscreens use embedded wires to quickly clear ice and condensation in cold weather.

    What it means

    A heated windscreen is integrated with a fine mesh of electrical wires embedded within the glass itself. When activated, these wires generate heat to warm the windscreen surface, helping to rapidly clear frost, ice, and condensation during cold or damp conditions. This feature improves visibility and safety in winter driving and reduces reliance on engine heat and demister air, which can be slower on very cold mornings.

    How to tell

    Check your vehicle's handbook or contact your dealership service centre — they can confirm whether your model includes this feature. Look for a dashboard symbol (usually a windscreen icon with heat waves) when you activate the function, or check your infotainment settings for a heating or climate option linked to the windscreen. Some vehicles have a dedicated button on the stalk or console.

    Replacement impact

    Heated windscreens require replacement glass to be of the correct heated specification — standard unheated glass cannot be fitted. The replacement glass must be sourced to match your vehicle's exact heated-wire configuration. Installation is straightforward, though the technician will confirm the heating element is functioning correctly after fitting. No calibration is required for this feature.

  • Solar Control18
    1998–2017

    Solar control glass absorbs infrared rays to reduce heat and improve cabin comfort.

    What it means

    Solar control is a coating applied to the windscreen that absorbs the sun's infrared radiation rather than allowing it to pass through into the cabin. This reduces solar heat gain, helping to keep the interior cooler and more comfortable, particularly in warm weather or direct sunlight. The coating is transparent to visible light, so it doesn't darken the windscreen or affect visibility. It's a passive thermal management feature that works continuously whenever the sun is shining on the glass.

    How to tell

    Check your vehicle's specification sheet or contact your dealership service centre to confirm whether solar control glass is fitted. Some manufacturers list it as 'solar control windscreen', 'heat-reflective glass', or 'thermal management glass'. It's a factory-fitted feature and won't be visibly obvious from outside the car — the coating is integral to the glass itself.

    Replacement impact

    Solar control glass is a factory-fitted specification. When replacing the windscreen, a solar control variant must be sourced to match the original. This is a standard glass type with no special fitting implications or calibration requirements. Cure and drive-away times follow normal windscreen bonding procedures. Confirm with your fitter that the replacement glass includes solar control to maintain the original thermal performance.

  • Acoustic (Noise reduction)15
    2005–2025

    Acoustic glass reduces cabin noise for a quieter, more comfortable ride.

    What it means

    Acoustic windscreen glass is laminated with a special acoustic interlayer that absorbs and dampens sound vibrations. It reduces exterior noise—from traffic, wind, and road surface—before it enters the passenger compartment. This makes the cabin noticeably quieter and creates a more peaceful driving experience. It's a comfort feature, not a safety one; standard laminated windscreens already meet impact safety requirements.

    How to tell

    Check your windscreen for an ear symbol, the word 'Acoustic', a capital 'A', or the term 'SoundScreen' printed in one of the four corners. These markings indicate acoustic-grade glass. You can also ask your vehicle's dealership or service centre whether your model came fitted with acoustic glass—it's often a factory option on comfort or premium trims.

    Replacement impact

    Acoustic glass is always laminated and bonds to the frame like any standard windscreen, so replacement follows the normal bonded-glass procedure. No specialist calibration is required. The replacement technician will fit it using standard adhesive and sealant. Cure time and drive-away restrictions are identical to standard laminated windscreens. Acoustic glass is widely available as an aftermarket OE-equivalent option.

  • Bracket For Safety Features7
    2012–2025Calibration varies by vehicle

    The moulded trim that surrounds your camera and sensor cluster at the top of the windscreen, typically transferred or supplied with replacement glass.

    What it means

    A bracket for safety features is the moulded plastic or composite shroud that sits at the top of the windscreen, framing and protecting the camera and sensor cluster mounted behind the rear-view mirror. This trim cover houses forward-facing driver-assistance cameras and sensors — equipment that monitors the road ahead for lane-keeping, collision warning, adaptive cruise control, and similar safety functions. The bracket itself is part of the vehicle's structural frame, but the trim cover you see is what protects and aesthetically integrates the technology into the windscreen area.

    How to tell

    Look at the top centre of your windscreen, just above or around the rear-view mirror. If you see a dark moulded shroud or trim panel — often rectangular or tapered — with a visible lens or sensor window, your vehicle has a bracket for safety features. Your service history or handbook will list any ADAS (Advanced Driver Assistance System) technologies fitted. Ask your dealer or service centre if your vehicle has forward-facing cameras or sensors; if it does, you have a bracket for safety features.

    Replacement impact

    On windscreen replacement, the trim cover is typically transferred from your old glass to the new one, or supplied pre-integrated with the replacement depending on the variant. This means minimal disruption to your safety system during the swap. However, if the bracket requires recalibration after glass replacement — which depends on your specific vehicle and camera type — the job may require static calibration (using a target board) or dynamic calibration (a road drive). We confirm the exact calibration procedure when we look up your vehicle.

    Calibration mix across our Ford variants

    • 1Static

    We confirm the exact procedure for your specific vehicle when you book.

  • Vehicle Emergency Messaging6
    2012–2017

    Emergency messaging systems alert the emergency services immediately after a serious crash, reducing response time.

    What it means

    An emergency messaging system (sometimes called a 'Mayday' system) is an in-vehicle safety feature that automatically detects a serious collision and transmits emergency location data to the relevant emergency services. When a major impact is detected, the system sends the vehicle's precise GPS coordinates and other crash details to emergency responders, reducing the critical time between the accident and the arrival of medical assistance. This technology is designed to save lives by ensuring rapid response, particularly in situations where the occupants may be unconscious or unable to make a call themselves.

    How to tell

    Check your vehicle's user manual or infotainment system for emergency call or 'eCall' settings. Many vehicles display an emergency services icon in the dashboard menu or settings. You can also ask your dealership or service centre directly whether your model includes this feature — they'll confirm it's present and explain how to register or activate it if needed.

    Replacement impact

    Emergency messaging systems typically involve a control module or sensors in the vehicle structure, but do not require calibration or special handling during windscreen replacement. The system remains fully functional after glass replacement. No cure-time implications or OE-only glass sourcing is triggered by this feature. Standard replacement procedures apply.

  • Dynamic Camera Calibration Process5
    2012–2017Calibration varies by vehicle

    Dynamic calibration uses road driving to recalibrate your camera after windscreen replacement.

    What it means

    Dynamic camera calibration is a procedure in which a technician drives the vehicle on marked roads at set speeds after the windscreen has been fitted and the adhesive has cured. During this drive, the forward-facing camera relearns its reference points — lane markings, road signs, road edges and surrounding traffic patterns — so it can resume accurate operation of camera-dependent safety and driver-assistance systems. This recalibration is necessary because any windscreen replacement, even with precision fitting, can introduce small shifts in the camera's optical alignment relative to the road.

    How to tell

    Check your vehicle's handbook or contact your dealer to confirm whether your car has a forward-facing camera system. If it does, ask the dealer whether your specific model requires dynamic (road-drive) or static (target-board) calibration after windscreen replacement. You can also ask your fitter — they will establish this when they look up your vehicle's specification.

    Replacement impact

    After your windscreen is fitted and the bonding has cured, a technician will drive the vehicle on marked roads at controlled speeds to allow the camera to relearn its environment. This extends the overall job duration beyond the glass-fitting time alone. Depending on your vehicle, calibration may be performed during the same visit or scheduled separately. We confirm the exact procedure and location (mobile or workshop) when we look up your specific vehicle.

    Calibration mix across our Ford variants

    • 1Static

    We confirm the exact procedure for your specific vehicle when you book.

  • LIDAR5
    2012–2017Bespoke calibration

    LIDAR helps your car sense its surroundings for advanced safety and driver-assistance features.

    What it means

    LIDAR (Light Detection and Ranging) is a sensor technology that uses laser beams to detect objects, obstacles, and road features in three dimensions. It creates a detailed map of the vehicle's surroundings in real time, enabling advanced driver-assistance systems (ADAS) such as adaptive cruise control, collision avoidance, and autonomous emergency braking. LIDAR complements camera and radar systems by providing precise distance and depth information, even in poor visibility or low-light conditions. It is increasingly fitted to modern vehicles as part of their safety and autonomous-capability infrastructure.

    How to tell

    Check your vehicle's handbook or contact your dealership to confirm LIDAR fitment. LIDAR sensors are typically mounted on the roof, bumpers, or within the windscreen/rear-window frame area. You may see reference to 'LIDAR', 'laser radar', or specific safety-feature names (e.g. 'adaptive cruise control', 'autonomous emergency braking') that rely on LIDAR in your documentation.

    Replacement impact

    If your windscreen or rear window houses or frames a LIDAR sensor, replacement requires careful handling to preserve or recalibrate the sensor post-fit. LIDAR calibration procedures vary significantly by vehicle make, model, and year—some require static alignment using specialist target equipment, others demand dynamic road-drive procedures, and some use a combination. We identify the exact calibration requirement when we look up your specific vehicle and confirm it with you before booking.

  • Mono Camera5
    2012–2017Calibration varies by vehicle

    A single camera mounted near the rear-view mirror that helps with lane-keeping and collision avoidance.

    What it means

    A mono camera is a single-lens camera positioned behind the windscreen, typically in the upper centre area near the rear-view mirror. It captures the road ahead and uses computer vision to detect lane markings, vehicles, and road hazards. The camera feeds data to driver-assistance systems such as lane-keeping assist, lane-departure warning, and forward-collision warning. It forms the visual foundation of these safety features, allowing the vehicle to monitor road position and surrounding traffic automatically.

    How to tell

    Look in the black trim area above the windscreen, centred behind the rear-view mirror — you will see a small triangular lens assembly or dark lens cover. Check your vehicle handbook or ask your dealer's service department to confirm your model has lane-assistance or collision-warning features; vehicles with these systems almost always have a mono camera. Dashboard warning symbols related to lane or collision systems also indicate the presence of this camera.

    Replacement impact

    When the windscreen is replaced, the camera bracket and lens assembly must be removed and carefully repositioned on the new glass. The camera may require calibration after fitting to ensure accurate road detection and lane recognition. Calibration needs vary by vehicle — we confirm the exact procedure when we look up your specific vehicle. The job may take longer than a standard windscreen replacement, and workshop facilities may be required if calibration demands a controlled environment.

    Calibration mix across our Ford variants

    • 1Static

    We confirm the exact procedure for your specific vehicle when you book.

  • Encapsulation4
    2018–2025

    Factory-bonded rubber or polymer trim means your replacement glass arrives ready to fit as one complete unit.

    What it means

    Encapsulation is a rubber or polymer gasket moulded directly onto the glass edges during manufacturing. The trim is bonded to the glass at the factory — either by injection moulding, PU robot extrusion, or adhesive bonding. When you need a replacement, the entire panel arrives with its trim already attached, so the glass and gasket are replaced together as a single unit rather than as separate components.

    How to tell

    Check your current windscreen or rear window edges. If you see a continuous rubber or polymer seal running around the perimeter that appears moulded or permanently bonded to the glass itself — rather than a separate trim clipped or screwed to the frame — your glass is encapsulated. Ask your dealer or service centre to confirm; they can also check your vehicle specification sheet.

    Replacement impact

    Encapsulated glass simplifies replacement because there's no separate trim to remove, refit, or source. The bonded gasket is replaced as part of the glass unit, which reduces installation complexity and potential leak points. Cure time and drive-away procedures remain unchanged. No additional sourcing delays — encapsulated replacements are stocked as complete assemblies by most suppliers.

  • Camera2
    2018–2025Calibration varies by vehicle

    A camera mounted near the rear-view mirror monitors the road ahead for lane-keep and traffic-sign features.

    What it means

    A forward-facing camera positioned in the windscreen header area (typically mounted on or near the rear-view mirror bracket) captures video of the road ahead. This camera feeds data to driver-assistance systems such as lane-departure warning, lane-keep assist, autonomous emergency braking, and traffic-sign recognition. The camera is a core component of modern ADAS (Advanced Driver Assistance Systems) and requires precise alignment after windscreen replacement to ensure these safety features function correctly.

    How to tell

    Look for a small dark triangular or lens-shaped component mounted in the black plastic trim area above the windscreen, typically centred near the rear-view mirror or slightly to one side. Your vehicle's handbook or infotainment menu may reference 'Lane Assist', 'Traffic Sign Recognition', or 'Autonomous Emergency Braking'. Ask your dealer or service centre directly if your car is equipped with a forward-facing camera system.

    Replacement impact

    Windscreen replacement on camera-equipped vehicles requires calibration of the camera system after the new glass is fitted. The exact calibration procedure—whether static (using a target board in a controlled environment) or dynamic (road-based)—varies by vehicle make, model, and year. We confirm the precise calibration requirement when we look up your specific vehicle. Calibration ensures lane-keep, sign recognition, and emergency-braking systems function safely. This may extend the fitting schedule and may necessitate workshop-based fitting rather than mobile attendance.

  • Clear1
    2005–2011Calibration varies by vehicle

    Clear windscreen glass has no tint; most cars have a slight tint as standard.

    What it means

    A clear windscreen contains no added tint layer. Most modern windscreens incorporate a subtle tint (typically blue, green, grey or bronze) as standard to reduce glare, provide UV protection, and improve cabin comfort. A genuinely clear windscreen is the absence of this tint. Clear glass is less common than tinted variants and is sometimes specified for aesthetic or operational reasons, though the tint difference is usually imperceptible to the naked eye.

    How to tell

    Lower your side window halfway and hold a white piece of paper behind it. If you see a noticeable colour cast (blue, green, grey or bronze) in the side glass, your windscreen has the same tint. If the side glass appears colourless, your windscreen is likely clear. You can also ask your vehicle's dealership or service centre to confirm the windscreen specification in your service records.

    Replacement impact

    Clear windscreen replacement uses the same installation process as any other windscreen. No special calibration or extended cure time applies. Sourcing is straightforward — clear glass is widely available as an aftermarket replacement. Installation time and drive-away restrictions follow standard windscreen replacement timings. If your vehicle has ADAS features (forward-facing camera or radar), calibration may be required after replacement depending on your specific vehicle; we confirm this when we look up your car details.

    Calibration mix across our Ford variants

    • 1None

    We confirm the exact procedure for your specific vehicle when you book.

  • Coating1
    2005–2011

    Coated windscreens have a blue or purple tint and protect your car from UV rays and heat.

    What it means

    A coated windscreen has a special protective layer applied to the glass that appears as a blue or purple tint and often reflects a silvery-blue colour in bright sunlight. This coating is designed to reduce the amount of ultraviolet (UV) radiation and solar heat that enters the vehicle, helping to keep the interior cooler and protecting upholstery and dashboard components from UV damage and fading. The coating is integral to the glass and doesn't require any special maintenance from you.

    How to tell

    Look at your windscreen in bright daylight — a coated windscreen will show a distinct blue or purple tint and a silvery-blue reflection when the sun hits it directly. Check your vehicle's service booklet or window sticker (usually on the driver's door jamb), which may list the glass specification. Alternatively, ask your dealership or service centre to confirm whether your windscreen carries a UV or heat-rejection coating.

    Replacement impact

    When replacing a coated windscreen, the replacement glass must match the original specification — including the coating type and tint level — to maintain the same UV and heat protection and to preserve the vehicle's interior aesthetics. Original-equipment or equivalent aftermarket coated glass is sourced to specification. The coating is applied during glass manufacture; no post-fit treatment is required. Fitting and cure times are unaffected by the presence of the coating.

  • Sensor Heated Zone1
    2015–2017Calibration varies by vehicle

    Heated zones around sensors prevent frost and moisture buildup, helping your safety systems work reliably.

    What it means

    A sensor heated zone is an electrical heating element integrated into or around camera, radar, or sensor mounts on the windscreen. Its purpose is to prevent frost, ice, condensation, and moisture accumulation on sensor lenses and housings. This keeps safety systems — such as lane-keeping assist, collision warning, and adaptive cruise control — functioning accurately in cold, wet, or foggy conditions. Without this heating, moisture or ice can obscure sensors and cause them to malfunction or deactivate.

    How to tell

    Check your vehicle's handbook for mention of 'heated sensor zone' or 'sensor heating' in the windscreen or ADAS section. Look at the top edge of your windscreen where cameras or radar modules are mounted — you may see small heating elements or wiring near these components. Ask your dealership or service centre directly: they can confirm whether your specific model includes sensor heating as standard.

    Replacement impact

    Windscreens with heated sensor zones require careful handling during replacement to preserve the heating element and its electrical connections. The heating circuit must be reconnected properly after the new glass is fitted. Depending on the vehicle, this may involve static or dynamic camera calibration after installation. We confirm the exact procedure — including any calibration needs — when we look up your vehicle details.

About the Ford Focus

The Ford Focus has been in continuous production since 1998, evolving through four generations. Early models carry straightforward laminated windscreens, whilst later Focus generations from the mid-2010s onwards feature rain sensors, heated windscreens, and solar-control glass on higher trims.

From around 2020, Ford's Co-Pilot360 driver assistance suite introduced forward-facing windscreen cameras to the Focus lineup. These camera-equipped models require recalibration of the image processing module after windscreen replacement — a process that may be completed dynamically on the road or in a workshop, depending on your variant and technician equipment.

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