2015 Ford Transit 150 Van Owner Manual Printing 3 - Page 231

Vehicle Care WARNINGS Do not allow polish to touch plastic surfaces. It could be difficult to remove. Do not apply polish to the windshield or rear window. This could cause the wipers to become noisy and they may not clear the window properly. We recommend that you wax the paintwork once or twice a year. • Do not allow wax to come in contact with any non-body (low-gloss black) colored trim. The wax will discolor or stain the parts over time. • Roof racks. • Bumpers. • Grained door handles. • Side moldings. • Mirror housings. • Windshield cowl area. Do not apply wax to glass areas. After waxing, your car's paint should feel smooth, and be free of streaks and smudges. Sliding Door Tracks (If Equipped) WARNING Do not open or close the sliding doors when your hands are near the tracks or rollers. To clean the sliding door tracks, wipe the surface using a clean, cotton cloth with a mild soap and water solution. Do not use high-pressure washing. • • 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. WAXING Regular waxing is necessary to protect your car's paint from the elements. We recommend that you wash and wax the painted surface once or twice a year. When washing and waxing, park your vehicle in a shaded area out of direct sunlight. Always wash your vehicle before applying wax Use a quality wax that does not contain 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. 228 Transit (TTH) Canada/United States of America, enUSA, Edition date: 03/2014, Third Printing