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Vehicle Care

GENERAL INFORMATION

CLEANING PRODUCTS

Your dealer has many quality products

available to clean your vehicle and protect

its finishes.

For best results, use the following products

or products of equivalent quality:

Materials

Name

Specification

Motorcraft® Bug and Tar Remover (U.S.)

Motorcraft® Bug and Tar Remover / Dissolvant de

goudron et éliminateur d’insectes Motorcraft®

(Canada)

ZC-42 (U.S. & Canada)

Motorcraft® Custom Bright Metal Cleaner (U.S.)

Motorcraft® Custom Bright Metal Cleaner /

Nettoyant pour métal brillant Motorcraft® (Canada)

ZC-15 (U.S. & Canada)

ESR-M5B194-B

ESR-M14P4-A

Motorcraft® Detail Wash (U.S.)

Motorcraft® Detail Wash / Shampooing superfin

Motorcraft® (Canada)

ZC-3-A (U.S. & Canada)

Motorcraft® Engine Shampoo and Degreaser (U.S.)

ESR-M14P3-A

(Canada)

ZC-20 (U.S.)

(U.S.)

Motorcraft® Engine Shampoo / Shampooing pour

moteur Motorcraft® (Canada)

CXC-66-A (Canada)

(U.S.)

Motorcraft® Multi-Purpose Cleaner / Nettoyant

multi-usage Motorcraft® (Canada)

CXC-101 (Canada)

Motorcraft® Premium Windshield Wash Concen-

trate with Bitterant (U.S.)

WSS-M14P19-A

Motorcraft® Premium Quality Windshield Washer

Fluid / Liquide lave-glace de haute qualité Motor-

craft® (Canada)

ZC-32-B2 (U.S.)

CXC-37-A/B/D/F (Canada)

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Name

Specification

Motorcraft® Professional Strength Carpet &

Upholstery Cleaner (U.S.)

Motorcraft® Professional Strength Carpet &

Upholstery Cleaner / Nettoyant professionnel pour

sellerie et moquette Motorcraft® (Canada)

ZC-54 (U.S. & Canada)

Motorcraft® Spot and Stain Remover (U.S.)

(Canada)

ZC-14 (U.S.)

Motorcraft® Ultra-Clear Spray Glass Cleaner (U.S.)

Motorcraft® Premium Glass Cleaner / Nettoie-vitres

de qualité supérieure Motorcraft® (Canada)

ZC-23 (U.S.)

ESR-M14P5-A

CXC-100 (Canada)

Motorcraft® Wheel and Tire Cleaner (U.S.)

Motorcraft® Wheel and Tire Cleaner / Nettoyant

pour roues et pneus Motorcraft® (Canada)

ZC-37-A (U.S. & Canada)

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Immediately remove fuel spillages, bird

droppings, insect deposits and road tar.

These may cause damage to your

vehicle’s paintwork or trim over time.

We recommend Motorcraft Bug and

Tar Remover.

Remove any exterior accessories, for

example antennas, before entering a

car wash.

CLEANING THE EXTERIOR

Wash your vehicle regularly with cool or

lukewarm water and a neutral pH

shampoo, we recommend Motorcraft

Detail Wash.

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Never use strong household detergents

or soap, for example dish washing or

laundry liquid. These products can

discolor and spot painted surfaces.

When filling with AdBlue®, remove any

residue on painted surfaces

immediately.

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Never wash your vehicle when it is hot

to the touch, or during strong or direct

sunlight.

Dry your vehicle with a chamois or soft

terry cloth towel to eliminate water

spotting.

Note: Suntan lotions and insect repellents

can damage painted surfaces. If these

substances come in contact with your

vehicle, wash the affected area as soon as

possible.

Cleaning the Headlamps

Note: Do not scrape the headlamp lenses

or use abrasives, alcoholic solvents or

chemical solvents to clean them.

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Note: Do not wipe the headlamps when

Note: Holding the pressure washer nozzle

at an angle to the vehicle's surface may

damage graphics and cause the edges to

peel away from the vehicle's surface.

they are dry.

Exterior Chrome Parts

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Apply a high quality-cleaning product

to bumpers and other chrome parts.

Follow the manufacturer’s instructions.

We recommend Motorcraft Custom

Bright Metal Cleaner.

Do not apply the cleaning product to

hot surfaces. Do not leave the cleaning

product on chrome surfaces longer

than the time recommended.

Underbody

Regularly clean the underside of your

vehicle using water. Keep body and door

drain holes free of debris or foreign

material.

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Under Hood

For removing black rubber marks from

under the hood we recommend Motorcraft

Wheel and Tire Cleaner or Motorcraft Bug

and Tar Remover.

Using non-recommended cleaners can

result in severe and permanent

cosmetic damage.

Note: Never use abrasive materials, for

example steel wool or plastic pads as they

can scratch the chrome surface.

WAXING

Regular waxing is necessary to protect your

Note: Do not use chrome cleaner, metal

car's paint from the elements. We

cleaner or polish on wheels or wheel covers.

recommend that you wash and wax the

painted surface once or twice a year.

Exterior Plastic Parts

When washing and waxing, park your

vehicle in a shaded area out of direct

sunlight. Always wash your vehicle before

applying wax.

For routine cleaning we recommend

Motorcraft Detail Wash. If tar or grease

spots are present, we recommend

Motorcraft Bug and Tar Remover.

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Use a quality wax that does not contain

Stripes or Graphics (If Equipped)

Hand washing your vehicle is preferred

however, pressure washing may be used

under the following conditions:

abrasives.

Follow the manufacturer’s instructions

to apply and remove the wax.

Apply a small amount of wax in a

back-and-forth motion, not in circles.

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Do not use water pressure higher than

2,000 psi (14,000 kPa).

Do not use water hotter than 179°F

(82°C).

Use a spray with a 40° wide spray

angle pattern.

Keep the nozzle at a 12 in (305 mm)

distance and 90° angle to your

vehicle's surface.

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Do not allow wax to come in contact

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Never wash or rinse the engine while it

with any non-body (low-gloss black)

colored trim. The wax will discolor or

stain the parts over time.

is hot or running; water in the running

engine may cause internal damage.

Never wash or rinse any ignition coil,

spark plug wire or spark plug well, or

the area in and around these locations.

Cover the battery, power distribution

box, and air filter assembly to prevent

water damage when cleaning the

engine.

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Roof racks.

Bumpers.

Grained door handles.

Side moldings.

Mirror housings.

Windshield cowl area.

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Do not apply wax to glass areas.

CLEANINGTHEWINDOWSAND

WIPER BLADES

Car wash chemicals and environmental

fallout can result in windshield and wiper

blade contamination. Dirty windshield and

wipers will result in poor windshield wiper

operation. Keep the windshield and wiper

blades clean to maintain windshield wiper

performance.

After waxing, your car's paint should

feel smooth, and be free of streaks and

smudges.

CLEANING THE ENGINE

Engines are more efficient when they are

clean because grease and dirt buildup keep

the engine warmer than normal.

When washing:

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To clean the windshield and wiper blades:

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Clean the windshield with a

Take care when using a power washer

to clean the engine. The high-pressure

fluid could penetrate the sealed parts

and cause damage.

Do not spray a hot engine with cold

water to avoid cracking the engine

block or other engine components.

Spray Motorcraft Engine Shampoo and

Degreaser on all parts that require

cleaning and pressure rinse clean. In

Canada, use Motorcraft Engine

Shampoo.

non-abrasive glass cleaner. When

cleaning the interior of the windshield,

avoid getting any glass cleaner on the

instrument panel or door panels. Wipe

any glass cleaner off these surfaces

immediately.

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For windshields contaminated with

tree sap, chemicals, wax or bugs, clean

the entire windshield using steel wool

(no greater than 0000 grade) in a

circular motion and rinse with water.

Clean the wiper blades with isopropyl

rubbing alcohol or windshield washer

concentrate.

Note: If your vehicle has an engine cover

remove the cover before application of

Motorcraft Engine Shampoo and Degreaser.

Immediately rinse away any over spray.

Note: Do not use razor blades or other

sharp objects to clean or remove decals

from the inside of the heated rear window.

The vehicle warranty does not cover

damage caused to the heated rear window

grid lines.

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CLEANING THE INTERIOR

CLEANING THE INSTRUMENT

PANEL AND INSTRUMENT

CLUSTER LENS

WARNING: Do not use cleaning

solvents, bleach or dye on the vehicle's

seatbelts, as these actions may weaken

the belt webbing.

WARNING: Do not use chemical

solvents or strong detergents when

cleaning the steering wheel or

instrument panel to avoid contamination

of the airbag system.

WARNING: On vehicles equipped

with seat-mounted airbags, do not use

chemical solvents or strong detergents.

Such products could contaminate the

side airbag system and affect

Note: Follow the same procedure as

cleaning leather seats for cleaning leather

instrument panels and leather interior trim

surfaces. See Cleaning Leather Seats

(page 244).

Clean the instrument panel and cluster

lens with a clean, damp and soft cloth,

then use a clean, dry and soft cloth to dry

these areas.

performance of the side airbag in a crash.

For fabric, carpets, cloth seats and seats

equipped with side airbags:

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Remove dust and loose dirt with a

vacuum cleaner.

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Remove light stains and soil with

Motorcraft Professional Strength

Carpet & Upholstery Cleaner.

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Avoid cleaners or polishes that increase

the gloss of the upper portion of the

instrument panel. The dull finish in this

area helps protect you from

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If grease or tar is present on the

material, spot-clean the area first with

Motorcraft Spot and Stain Remover. In

Canada, use Motorcraft Multi-Purpose

Cleaner.

undesirable windshield reflection.

Do not use any household cleaning

products or glass cleaners as these

may damage the finish of the

instrument panel, interior trim and

cluster lens.

Wash or wipe your hands clean if you

have been in contact with certain

products such as insect repellent and

suntan lotion to avoid possible damage

to the interior painted surfaces.

Do not allow air fresheners and hand

sanitizers to spill onto interior surfaces.

If a spill occurs, wipe off immediately.

Your warranty may not cover these

damages.

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If a ring forms on the fabric after spot

cleaning, clean the entire area

immediately (but do not oversaturate)

or the ring will set.

Do not use household cleaning

products or glass cleaners, which can

stain and discolor the fabric and affect

the flame retardant abilities of the seat

materials.

Mirrors

Do not clean the housing or glass of any

mirror with harsh abrasives, fuel or other

petroleum or ammonia-based cleaning

products.

If a staining liquid like coffee or juice has

been spilled on the instrument panel or on

interior trim surfaces:

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1. Wipe up spilled liquid using a clean,

You should:

soft cloth as quickly as possible.

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Remove dust and loose dirt with a

vacuum cleaner.

2. Use Motorcraft Premium Leather and

Vinyl Cleaner or a commercially

available leather cleaning product for

automotive interiors. Test any cleaner

or stain remover on an inconspicuous

area.

3. Alternatively, wipe the surface with a

clean, soft cloth and a mild soap and

water solution. Dry the area with a

clean, soft cloth.

4. If necessary, apply more soap and

water solution or cleaning product to

a clean, soft cloth and press it onto the

soiled area. Allow this to set at room

temperature for 30 minutes.

5. Remove the soaked cloth, then with a

clean, damp cloth, use a rubbing

motion for 60 seconds on the soiled

area.

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Clean and treat spills and stains as

soon as possible.

Do not use the following products as these

may damage the leather:

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Oil and petroleum or silicone-based

leather conditioners.

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Household cleaners.

Alcohol solutions.

Solvents or cleaners intended

specifically for rubber, vinyl and

plastics.

REPAIRING MINOR PAINT

DAMAGE

You should repair paintwork damage

caused by stones from the road or minor

scratches as soon as possible. A choice of

products are available from an authorized

dealer.

Remove particles such as bird droppings,

tree sap, insect deposits, tar spots, road

salt and industrial fallout before repairing

paint chips.

6. Dry the area with a clean, soft cloth.

CLEANING LEATHER SEATS(IF

EQUIPPED)

Note: Follow the same procedure as

cleaning leather seats for cleaning leather

instrument panels and leather interior trim

surfaces.

Always read and follow the manufacturer’s

instructions before using the products.

For routine cleaning, wipe the surface with

a soft, damp cloth and a mild soap and

water solution. Dry the area with a clean,

soft cloth.

CLEANING THE WHEELS

Note: Do not apply a cleaning chemical to

warm or hot wheel rims and covers.

For cleaning and removing stains such as

dye transfer, use Motorcraft Premium

Leather and Vinyl Cleaner or a

Note: Industrial-strength (heavy-duty)

cleaners, or cleaning chemicals, in

commercially available leather cleaning

product for automotive interiors.

combination with brush agitation to remove

brake dust and dirt, could wear away the

clear coat finish over a period of time.

Note: Test any cleaner or stain remover on

an inconspicuous area.

Note: Do not use hydrofluoric acid-based

or high caustic-based wheel cleaners, steel

wool, fuels or strong household detergent.

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Note: If you intend parking your vehicle for

General

an extended period after cleaning the

wheels with a wheel cleaner, drive your

vehicle for a few minutes before doing so.

This will reduce the risk of increased

corrosion of the brake discs, brake pads and

linings.

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Store all vehicles in a dry, ventilated

place.

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Protect from sunlight, if possible.

If vehicles are stored outside, they

require regular maintenance to protect

against rust and damage.

Note: Some automatic car washes may

cause damage to the finish on your wheel

rims and covers.

Body

Alloy wheels and wheel covers are coated

with a clear coat paint finish. To maintain

their condition we recommend that you:

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Wash your vehicle thoroughly to

remove dirt, grease, oil, tar or mud from

exterior surfaces, rear-wheel housing

and the underside of front fenders.

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Clean them weekly with the

recommended wheel and tire cleaner.

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Periodically wash your vehicle if it is

stored in exposed locations.

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Use a sponge to remove heavy

deposits of dirt and brake dust

accumulation.

Touch-up exposed or primed metal to

prevent rust.

Cover chrome and stainless steel parts

with a thick coat of auto wax to prevent

discoloration. Re-wax as necessary

when you wash your vehicle.

Lubricate all hood, door and luggage

compartment hinges and latches with

a light grade oil.

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Rinse them thoroughly with a

pressurized stream of water when you

have completed the cleaning process.

We recommend that you use Ford service

wheel cleaner. Make sure that you read

and follow the manufacturer’s instructions.

Using other non-recommended cleaning

products can result in severe and

permanent cosmetic damage.

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Cover interior trim to prevent fading.

Keep all rubber parts free from oil and

solvents.

VEHICLE STORAGE

Engine

If you plan on storing your vehicle for 30

days or more, read the following

maintenance recommendations to make

sure your vehicle stays in good operating

condition.

We engineer and test all motor vehicles

and their components for reliable, regular

driving. Under various conditions,

long-term storage may lead to degraded

engine performance or failure unless you

use specific precautions to preserve engine

components.

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Change the engine oil and filter prior to

storage because used engine oil

contains contaminates which may

cause engine damage.

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Start the engine every 15 days for a

minimum of 15 minutes. Run at fast idle

with the climate controls set to defrost

until the engine reaches normal

operating temperature.

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With your foot on the brake, shift

Miscellaneous

through all the gears while the engine

is running.

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Make sure all linkages, cables, levers

and pins under your vehicle are covered

with grease to prevent rust.

We recommend that you change the

engine oil before you use your vehicle

again.

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Move vehicles at least 25 ft (7.5 m)

every 15 days to lubricate working parts

and prevent corrosion.

Fuel system

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Fill the fuel tank with high-quality fuel

until the first automatic shutoff of the

fuel pump nozzle.

Removing Vehicle From Storage

When your vehicle is ready to come out of

storage, do the following:

Cooling system

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Wash your vehicle to remove any dirt

or grease film build-up on window

surfaces.

Protect against freezing temperatures.

When removing your vehicle from

storage, check coolant fluid level.

Confirm that there are no cooling

system leaks and that fluid is at the

recommended level.

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Check windshield wipers for any

deterioration.

Check under the hood for any foreign

material that may have collected

during storage such as mice or squirrel

nests.

Battery

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Check the exhaust for any foreign

material that may have collected

during storage.

Check and recharge as necessary. Keep

connections clean.

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If storing your vehicle for more than 30

days without recharging the battery,

we recommend that you disconnect

the battery cables to maintain battery

charge for quick starting.

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Check tire pressures and set tire

inflation per the Tire Label.

Check brake pedal operation. Drive

your vehicle 15 ft (4.5 m) back and

forth to remove rust build-up.

Note: It is necessary to reset memory

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Check fluid levels (including coolant,

oil and gas) to make sure there are no

leaks, and fluids are at recommended

levels.

If you remove the battery, clean the

battery cable ends and check for

damage.

features if battery cables are disconnected.

Brakes

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Make sure the brakes and parking brake

release fully.

Tires

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Contact an authorized dealer if you have

Maintain recommended air pressure.

any concerns or issues.

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BODY STYLING KITS

The distance between the underside of

your vehicle and the ground is less than

that of other models. Drive with extreme

care to avoid damage to your vehicle.

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