Cleaning the exterior
Wash your vehicle regularly with cool or lukewarm water and a neutral pH shampoo, such as Motorcraft® Detail Wash.
• Never use strong household detergents or soap, such as dish washing or laundry
liquid. These products can discolor and spot painted surfaces.
• Never wash a vehicle that is hot to the touch or during exposure to strong, direct
sunlight.
• Dry the vehicle with a chamois or soft terry cloth towel in order to eliminate
water spotting.
• Immediately remove items such as gasoline, diesel fuel, bird droppings and insect
deposits because they can cause damage to the vehicle’s paintwork and trim over
time. Use Motorcraft® Bug and Tar Remover.
• Note: Suntan lotions and insect repellents can damage any painted surface;
if these substances come in contact with your vehicle, wash it off as soon as possible.
• Remove any exterior accessories before entering a car wash.
Exterior Chrome
Note: Never use abrasive materials such as steel wool or plastic pads as they can scratch the chrome surface.
Note: Do not use chrome cleaner, metal cleaner or polish on wheels and wheel covers.
• Wash the vehicle first, using cool or lukewarm water and a neutral pH shampoo,
such as Motorcraft® Detail Wash.
• Use Motorcraft® Custom Bright Metal Cleaner. Apply the product as you would a
wax to clean bumpers and other chrome parts; allow the cleaner to dry for a few
minutes, then wipe off the haze with a clean, dry rag.
• Do not apply cleaning product to hot surfaces and do not leave cleaning product
on chrome surfaces for a period of time exceeding that which is recommended.
• Note: Using other non-recommended cleaners can result in severe and permanent
cosmetic damage.
Underbody
Flush the complete underside of your vehicle frequently. Keep body and door drain holes free from packed dirt.
Cleaning Plastic Exterior Parts
Use only approved products to clean plastic parts.
• For routine cleaning, use Motorcraft® Detail Wash.
• If tar or grease spots are present, use Motorcraft® Bug and Tar Remover.
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