Maintenance 225
Wax your vehicle's body panels as necessary. Frequent waxing
will remove deposits from the vehicle's surface and protect the
vehicle's finish. The undercarriage should be hosed off occa-
sionally to remove any dirt and road salt build-up.
Headlights
Clean the headlights with a mild detergent and a soft cloth.
Dirty headlights reduce your visibility to see, as well as your
ability to be seen. Avoid using abrasive cleaners that can
scratch the headlight lens.
Tires and Wheels
Clean the tires and wheels with the same solution used to clean
the outside of the vehicle. Commercial tire cleaners may be
used if desired. Do not use acid-based cleaning agents on alu-
minum wheels.
Ramp
Clean the ramp with non-abrasive soap, water and a mild scrub
brush, if necessary. Use a hose with some pressure to remove
dirt and debris.
CAUTION:
Spray down the ramp. DO NOT allow
pressurized water to come in contact with interior
components.
REASON: Damage to interior components and the
electrical system may result.
Windows and Wiper Blades
The windshield, rear and side windows and the wiper blades
should be cleaned regularly. If the wipers do not wipe prop-
erly, substances on the vehicle’s glass or the wiper blades
may be the cause. These may include hot wax treatments
used by commercial car washes, water repellent coatings, tree
sap, or other organic contamination; these contaminants may
cause squeaking or chatter noise from the blades, and streak-
ing and smearing of the windshield. To clean these items, fol-
low these tips:
• The windshield, rear windows and side windows may be
cleaned with a non-abrasive cleaner.
• The wiper blades can be cleaned with isopropyl (rubbing)
alcohol or Mobility Ventures recommended Motorcraft
®
Premium Windshield Washer Concentrate. This washer
fluid contains special solution in addition to alcohol
which helps to remove the hot wax deposited on the wiper
blade and windshield from automated car wash facilities.
• Be sure to replace wiper blades when they appear worn or
do not function properly.
• Do not use abrasives, as they may cause scratches.
• Do not use fuel, kerosene, or paint thinner to clean any
parts.
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