FORD 2002 Focus v.2 - Manual (Page 248)

Cleaning
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CLEANING AND CARING FOR
YOUR VEHICLE
Refer to the Accessories chapter
for a list of FordĆapproved
cleaners, polishes and sealants.
Washing the exterior of your
vehicle
Never wash a vehicle that is "hot
to the touch" or during exposure
to strong, direct sunlight. It
is recommended that you wash
your vehicle regularly with cool
or lukewarm water and a neutral
Ph shampoo, such as Detail
Wash (ZCĆ3ĆA), which is available
from your authorized Ford, Lincoln
or Mercury dealer. Always use a
clean sponge or carwash mitt with
plenty of water for best results. Dry
the vehicle with a chamois or soft
terry cloth towel in order to
eliminate water spotting.
Never use strong household
detergents or soap, such as
dish washing or laundry liquid.
These products can discolor and
spot painted surfaces.
It is especially important to wash
the vehicle regularly during
winter months, as dirt and road salt
are difficult to remove and do
cause damage to the vehicle. Items
such as gasoline, diesel fuel, bird
droppings and insect
deposits should be washed and
sponged off as soon as possible.
Deposits not removed promptly can
cause damage to the vehicle's
paintwork and trim over time.