CLEANING LEATHER SEATS (IF EQUIPPED)
Note:
Follow the same procedure as cleaning leather seats for cleaning
leather instrument panels and leather interior trim surfaces.
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.
For cleaning and removing spots and stains such as dye transfer, use
Motorcraft Premium Leather and Vinyl Cleaner or a commercially
available leather cleaning product for automotive interiors.
Note:
Test any cleaner or stain remover on an inconspicuous area.
You should:
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Remove dust and loose dirt with a vacuum cleaner.
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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.
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Alcohol solutions.
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Solvents or cleaners intended specifically for rubber, vinyl and plastics.
CLEANING THE ALLOY WHEELS
Note:
Do not use chrome cleaner, metal cleaner or polish on wheels and
wheel covers.
A clearcoat paint finish coats aluminum wheels and wheel covers. In
order to maintain their condition:
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Clean weekly with Motorcraft Wheel and Tire Cleaner. Use a sponge to
remove heavy deposits of dirt and brake dust accumulation. Rinse
thoroughly with a strong stream of water when you have completed
the cleaning process.
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To remove tar and grease, use Motorcraft Bug and Tar Remover.
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Never apply any cleaning chemical to hot or warm wheel rims or
covers.
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Some automatic car washes may cause damage to the finish on your
wheel rims or covers.
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Industrial-strength (heavy-duty) cleaners, or cleaning chemicals, in
combination with brush agitation to remove brake dust and dirt, could
wear away the clearcoat finish over time.
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Do not use hydrofluoric acid-based or high caustic-based wheel
cleaners, steel wool, fuels or strong household detergent.
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Vehicle Care
2014 Econoline
(eco)
Owners Guide gf, 3rd Printing, September 2013
USA
(fus)
