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Vehicle Care • 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. Using other non-recommended cleaners can result in severe and permanent cosmetic damage. • Remove particles such as bird droppings, tree sap, insect deposits, tar spots, road salt and industrial fallout before repairing paint chips. Always read the instructions before using the products. • • WAXING • • • Wash the vehicle first. Use a quality wax that does not contain abrasives. Do not allow paint sealant to come in contact with any non-body (low-gloss black) colored trim, such as grained door handles, roof racks, bumpers, side moldings, mirror housings or the windshield cowl area. The paint sealant will "gray" or stain the parts over time. • • Underbody Flush the complete underside of your vehicle frequently. Keep body and door drain holes free from packed dirt. CLEANING THE ENGINE Engines are more efficient when they are clean because grease and dirt buildup keep the engine warmer than normal. When washing: • 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. • Never wash or rinse the engine while it is hot or running; water in the running engine may cause internal damage. 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. REPAIRING MINOR PAINT DAMAGE Your authorized dealer has touch-up paint to match your vehicle's color. Take your color code (printed on a sticker in the driver's door jamb) to your authorized dealer to ensure you get the correct color. 237