Cleaning leather seats (if equipped), Cleaning the alloy wheels, Cleaning leather seats – FORD 2014 Mustang v.3 User Manual

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CLEANING LEATHER SEATS (IF EQUIPPED)
• 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 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:
• Clean weekly with Motorcraft Wheel and Tire Cleaner. Use a sponge to

remove heavy deposits of dirt and brake dust accumulation. Rinse
thoroughly with a strong stream of water when you have completed
the cleaning process.

• To remove tar and grease, use Motorcraft Bug and Tar Remover.
• Never apply any cleaning chemical to hot or warm wheel rims or

covers.

• Some automatic car washes may cause damage to the finish on your

wheel rims or covers.

• Industrial-strength (heavy-duty) cleaners, or cleaning chemicals, in

combination with brush agitation to remove brake dust and dirt, could
wear away the clearcoat finish over time.

• Do not use hydrofluoric acid-based or high caustic-based wheel

cleaners, steel wool, fuels or strong household detergent.

• If you intend on 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 reduces the risk of increased corrosion
of the brake discs.

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2014 05+ Mustang (197)
Owners Guide gf, 3rd Printing, January 2014
USA
(fus)

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