Regular waxing is necessary to protect the paint on your car 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.
• Do not allow wax to come in contact with any non-body (low-gloss black) colored trim. The wax discolors or stains the parts over time, such as:
• Bumpers
• Grained door handles
• Side mouldings
• 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.
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 laun ...
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
an authorized dealer to make sure you get the ...
Other materials:
Lane Departure Warning
DESCRIPTION AND OPERATION
Lane Departure Warning
Overview
The LDW is composed of the lane keeping alert and lane keeping aid functions.
The lane keeping alert detects unintentional drifting toward the outside of the
lane and alerts the driver to stay in the lane through the EPAS&nbs ...
Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) and Stability Control
SPECIFICATIONS
Torque Specifications
DESCRIPTION AND OPERATION
Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) and Stability Control
Overview
The ABS and stability control system is comprised of the following subsystems
which assist the driver in maintaining control of the vehicle:
Base ABS
EBD
Traction control
...
Removal and Installation
Seat - Front
NOTE: Refer to the installation steps for tightening sequence and
torque specification.
NOTE: Passenger seat shown, driver seat similar.
Removal
NOTE: The Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) must be fully
operational and free of faults before releasing the vehicle to ...
