Cleaning the alloy wheels, Vehicle storage, Cleaning the alloy wheels vehicle storage – FORD 2014 Fiesta v.3 User Manual

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remove dust and loose dirt with a
vacuum cleaner

clean spills and stains as quickly as
possible

check for compatibility by first testing
any cleaner or stain remover on an
inconspicuous part of the leather.

Do not use the following products as these
may damage the leather:

oil/petroleum-based leather
conditioners

household cleaners

alcohol solutions

solvents or cleaners intended
specifically for rubber, vinyl and
plastics.

CLEANING THE ALLOY
WHEELS

Note: Do not apply a cleaning chemical to
warm or hot wheel rims and covers.

Note: Industrial-strength (heavy-duty)
cleaners, or cleaning chemicals, in
combination with brush agitation to remove
brake dust and dirt, could wear away the
clear coat finish over a period of time.

Note: Do not use hydrofluoric acid-based
or high caustic-based wheel cleaners, steel
wool, fuels or strong household detergent.

Note: If you intend parking your vehicle for
an extended period after cleaning the
wheels with a wheel cleaner, drive your
vehicle for a few minutes before doing so.
This will reduce the risk of increased
corrosion of the brake discs, brake pads and
linings.

Note: Some automatic car washes may
cause damage to the finish on your wheel
rims and covers.

Alloy wheels and wheel covers are coated
with a clear coat paint finish. To maintain
their condition we recommend that you:

Clean them weekly with the
recommended wheel and tire cleaner.

Use a sponge to remove heavy
deposits of dirt and brake dust
accumulation.

Rinse them thoroughly with a
pressurized stream of water when you
have completed the cleaning process.

We recommend that you use Ford service
wheel cleaner. Make sure that you read
and follow the manufacturer’s instructions.

Using other non-recommended cleaning
products can result in severe and
permanent cosmetic damage.

VEHICLE STORAGE

If you plan on storing your vehicle for an
extended period of time (30 days or more),
read the following maintenance
recommendations to make sure your
vehicle stays in good operating condition.

All motor vehicles and their components
were engineered and tested for reliable,
regular driving. Long term storage under
various conditions may lead to component
degradation or failure unless specific
precautions are taken to preserve the
components.

General

Store all vehicles in a dry, ventilated
place.

Protect from sunlight, if possible.

If vehicles are stored outside, they
require regular maintenance to protect
against rust and damage.

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Fiesta (CCT) Vehicles Built From: 11-10-2013, Vehicles Built Up To: 31-12-2013

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