• Remove dust and loose dirt with a vacuum cleaner.
• Clean spills and stains as quickly as possible.
• For routine cleaning, wipe the surface with a soft, damp cloth. For more thorough cleaning, wipe the surface with a mild soap and water solution. Dry the area with a soft cloth.
• If the leather cannot be completely cleaned using a mild soap and water solution, the leather may be cleaned using a commercially available leather cleaning product designed for automotive interiors.
• To check for compatibility, first test any cleaner or stain remover on an inconspicuous part of the leather.
• Do not use household cleaning products, alcohol solutions, oil/petroleum-based leather conditioners, or solvents or cleaners intended specifically for rubber, vinyl and plastics. These products may cause premature wearing or damage to the leather.
Cleaning the instrument panel and instrument cluster lens
WARNING: Do not use chemical solvents or strong detergents
when cleaning the steering wheel or instrument panel to avoid
contamination of the airbag system.
Clean the instrument panel and cluster l ...
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:
• ...
Other materials:
Fuel Charging and Controls - 3.5L GTDI
SPECIFICATIONS
Material
Torque Specifications
a Refer to the procedure in this section.
DESCRIPTION AND OPERATION
Fuel Charging and Controls
3.5L Gasoline Turbocharged Direct Injection (GTDI)
WARNING: Do
not smoke, carry lighted tobacco or have an open flame of any type when working
on or n ...
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 ...
General Procedures
Safety Belt Cleaning
WARNING:
Do not bleach or re-dye the safety belt webbing, as the webbing may weaken.
Failure to follow this instruction may increase the risk of serious personal
injury or death in a crash.Clean the safety belt webbing only with a
mild soap solution recommended f ...
