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EnglishVehicle Care for your Ford Focus 2010-2017
Vehicle Care
GENERAL INFORMATION
CLEANING PRODUCTS
Your dealer has many quality products
available to clean your vehicle and protect
its finishes.
For best results, use the following products
or products of equivalent quality:
Materials
Name
Specification
Motorcraft® Bug and Tar Remover (U.S.)
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Motorcraft® Bug and Tar Remover / Dissolvant de goudron et
éliminateur d’insectes (Canada)
ZC-42 (U.S. & Canada)
Motorcraft® Custom Bright Metal Cleaner (U.S.)
Custom Bright Metal Cleaner / Nettoyant pour métal brillant (Canada)
ZC-15 (U.S. & Canada)
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Motorcraft® Detail Wash (U.S.)
Detail Wash / Shampooing superfin (Canada)
ZC-3-A (U.S. & Canada)
ESR-M14P4-A
Motorcraft® Engine Shampoo and Degreaser
Engine Shampoo and Degreaser
ZC-20 (U.S.)
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Engine Shampoo
Engine Shampoo / Shampooing pour moteur (Canada)
CXC-66-A (Canada)
Motorcraft® Leather and Vinyl Cleaner (U.S.)
Premium Leather and Vinyl Cleaner / Nettoyant pour cuir et vinyle de
haute qualité (Canada)
ZC-56 (U.S. & Canada)
Multi-Purpose Cleaner
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Multi-Purpose Cleaner / Nettoyant multi-usage (Canada)
CXC-101 (Canada)
Motorcraft® Premium Windshield Wash Concentrate with Bitterant
WSS-M14P19-A
(U.S.)
Premium Quality Windshield Washer Fluid / Liquide lave-glace de haute
qualité (Canada)
ZC-32-B2 (U.S.)
CXC-37-A/B/D/F (Canada)
Professional Strength Carpet and Upholstery Cleaner (U.S.)
Professional Strength Carpet & Upholstery Cleaner / Nettoyant
professionnel pour sellerie et moquette (Canada)
ZC-54 (U.S. & Canada)
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Motorcraft® Spot and Stain Remover
Spot and Stain Remover
ZC-14 (U.S.)
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Motorcraft® Ultra-Clear Spray Glass Cleaner (U.S.)
ESR-M14P5-A
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Name
Specification
Premium Glass Cleaner / Nettoie-vitres de qualité supérieure (Canada)
ZC-23 (U.S.)
CXC-100 (Canada)
Motorcraft® Wheel and Tire Cleaner (U.S.)
Wheel and Tire Cleaner / Nettoyant pour roues et pneus (Canada)
ZC-37-A (U.S. & Canada)
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Exterior Chrome Parts
CLEANING THE EXTERIOR
Wash your vehicle regularly with cool or
lukewarm water and a neutral pH
shampoo, we recommend Motorcraft
Detail Wash.
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Apply a high quality-cleaning product
to bumpers and other chrome parts.
Follow the manufacturer’s instructions.
We recommend Motorcraft Custom
Bright Metal Cleaner.
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Do not apply the cleaning product to
hot surfaces. Do not leave the cleaning
product on chrome surfaces longer
than the time recommended.
Using other non-recommended
cleaners can result in severe and
permanent cosmetic damage.
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Never use strong household detergents
or soap, for example dish washing or
laundry liquid. These products can
discolor and spot painted surfaces.
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Never wash your vehicle when it is hot
to the touch, or during strong or direct
sunlight.
Dry your vehicle with a chamois or soft
terry cloth towel to eliminate water
spotting.
Immediately remove fuel spillages, bird
droppings, insect deposits and road tar.
These may cause damage to your
vehicle’s paintwork or trim over time.
We recommend Motorcraft Bug and
Tar Remover.
Note: Never use abrasive materials, for
example steel wool or plastic pads as they
can scratch the chrome surface.
Note: Do not use chrome cleaner, metal
cleaner or polish on wheels or wheel covers.
Exterior Plastic Parts
For routine cleaning we recommend
Motorcraft Detail Wash. If tar or grease
spots are present, we recommend
Motorcraft Bug and Tar Remover.
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Remove any exterior accessories, for
example antennas, before entering a
car wash.
Stripes or Graphics(If Equipped)
Hand washing your vehicle is preferred
however, pressure washing may be used
under the following conditions:
Note: Suntan lotions and insect repellents
can damage painted surfaces. If these
substances come in contact with your
vehicle, wash the affected area as soon as
possible.
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Do not use water pressure higher than
2,000 psi (14,000 kPa).
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Do not use water hotter than 179°F
(82°C).
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Use a spray with a 40° wide spray
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Do not allow wax to come in contact
angle pattern.
with any non-body (low-gloss black)
colored trim. The wax will discolor or
stain the parts over time.
Keep the nozzle at a 12 in (305 mm)
distance and 90° angle to your
vehicle's surface.
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Roof racks.
Bumpers.
Grained door handles.
Side moldings.
Mirror housings.
Windshield cowl area.
Note: Holding the pressure washer nozzle
at an angle to the vehicle's surface may
damage graphics and cause the edges to
peel away from the vehicle's surface.
Underbody
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Do not apply wax to glass areas.
Flush the complete underside of your
vehicle frequently. Keep body and door
drain holes free of debris or foreign
material.
After waxing, your car's paint should
feel smooth, and be free of streaks and
smudges.
Under Hood
CLEANING THE ENGINE
Engines are more efficient when they are
clean because grease and dirt buildup keep
the engine warmer than normal.
For removing black rubber marks from
under the hood we recommend Motorcraft
Wheel and Tire Cleaner or Motorcraft Bug
and Tar Remover.
When washing:
WAXING
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Take care when using a power washer
to clean the engine. The high-pressure
fluid could penetrate the sealed parts
and cause damage.
Regular waxing is necessary to protect your
car's paint from the elements. We
recommend that you wash and wax the
painted surface once or twice a year.
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Do not spray a hot engine with cold
water to avoid cracking the engine
block or other engine components.
Spray Motorcraft Engine Shampoo and
Degreaser on all parts that require
cleaning and pressure rinse clean. In
Canada, use Motorcraft Engine
Shampoo.
When washing and waxing, park your
vehicle in a shaded area out of direct
sunlight. Always wash your vehicle before
applying wax.
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Use a quality wax that does not contain
abrasives.
Follow the manufacturer’s instructions
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Never wash or rinse the engine while it
is hot or running; water in the running
engine may cause internal damage.
to apply and remove the wax.
Apply a small amount of wax in a
back-and-forth motion, not in circles.
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Never wash or rinse any ignition coil,
CLEANING THE INTERIOR
spark plug wire or spark plug well, or
the area in and around these locations.
WARNINGS
Cover the battery, power distribution
box, and air filter assembly to prevent
water damage when cleaning the
engine.
Do not use cleaning solvents, bleach
or dye on the vehicle’s safety belts,
as these actions may weaken the
belt webbing.
On vehicles equipped with
seat-mounted airbags, do not use
chemical solvents or strong
CLEANINGTHEWINDOWSAND
WIPER BLADES
Car wash chemicals and environmental
fallout can result in windshield and wiper
blade contamination. Dirty windshield and
wipers will result in poor windshield wiper
operation. Keep the windshield and wiper
blades clean to maintain windshield wiper
performance.
detergents. Such products could
contaminate the side airbag system and
affect performance of the side airbag in a
collision.
For fabric, carpets, cloth seats, safety belts
and seats equipped with side airbags:
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Remove dust and loose dirt with a
To clean the windshield and wiper blades:
vacuum cleaner.
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Clean the windshield with a
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Remove light stains and soil with
Motorcraft Professional Strength
Carpet & Upholstery Cleaner.
If grease or tar is present on the
material, spot-clean the area first with
Motorcraft Spot and Stain Remover. In
Canada, use Motorcraft Multi-Purpose
Cleaner.
If a ring forms on the fabric after spot
cleaning, clean the entire area
immediately (but do not oversaturate)
or the ring will set.
Do not use household cleaning
products or glass cleaners, which can
stain and discolor the fabric and affect
the flame retardant abilities of the seat
materials.
non-abrasive glass cleaner. When
cleaning the interior of the windshield,
avoid getting any glass cleaner on the
instrument panel or door panels. Wipe
any glass cleaner off these surfaces
immediately.
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For windshields contaminated with
tree sap, chemicals, wax or bugs, clean
the entire windshield using steel wool
(no greater than 0000 grade) in a
circular motion and rinse with water.
Clean the wiper blades with isopropyl
rubbing alcohol or windshield washer
concentrate.
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Note: Do not use razor blades or other
sharp objects to clean or remove decals
from the inside of the heated rear window.
The vehicle warranty does not cover
damage caused to the heated rear window
grid lines.
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1. Wipe up spilled liquid using a clean,
CLEANING THE INSTRUMENT
PANEL AND INSTRUMENT
CLUSTER LENS
soft cloth as quickly as possible.
2. Use Motorcraft Premium Leather and
Vinyl Cleaner or a commercially
available leather cleaning product for
automotive interiors. Test any cleaner
or stain remover on an inconspicuous
area.
3. Alternatively, wipe the surface with a
clean, soft cloth and a mild soap and
water solution. Dry the area with a
clean, soft cloth.
WARNING
Do not use chemical solvents or
strong detergents when cleaning the
steering wheel or instrument panel
to avoid contamination of the airbag
system.
Note: Follow the same procedure as
cleaning leather seats for cleaning leather
instrument panels and leather interior trim
surfaces. See Cleaning Leather Seats
(page 241).
4. If necessary, apply more soap and
water solution or cleaning product to
a clean, soft cloth and press it onto the
soiled area. Allow this to set at room
temperature for 30 minutes.
then use a clean, dry and soft cloth to dry
these areas.
5. Remove the soaked cloth, then with a
clean, damp cloth, use a rubbing
motion for 60 seconds on the soiled
area.
6. Dry the area with a clean, soft cloth.
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Avoid cleaners or polishes that increase
the gloss of the upper portion of the
instrument panel. The dull finish in this
area helps protect you from
CLEANING LEATHER SEATS(If
undesirable windshield reflection.
Equipped)
Do not use any household cleaning
products or glass cleaners as these
may damage the finish of the
instrument panel, interior trim and
cluster lens.
Wash or wipe your hands clean if you
have been in contact with certain
products such as insect repellent and
suntan lotion to avoid possible damage
to the interior painted surfaces.
Do not allow air fresheners and hand
sanitizers to spill onto interior surfaces.
If a spill occurs, wipe off immediately.
Your warranty may not cover these
damages.
Note: Follow the same procedure as
cleaning leather seats for cleaning leather
instrument panels and leather interior trim
surfaces.
For routine cleaning, wipe the surface with
a soft, damp cloth and a mild soap and
water solution. Dry the area with a clean,
soft cloth.
For cleaning and removing stains such as
dye transfer, use Motorcraft Premium
Leather and Vinyl Cleaner or a
commercially available leather cleaning
product for automotive interiors.
Note: Test any cleaner or stain remover on
If a staining liquid like coffee or juice has
been spilled on the instrument panel or on
interior trim surfaces:
an inconspicuous area.
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You should:
Note: Industrial-strength or heavy-duty
cleaners in combination with brush agitation
to remove brake dust and dirt, could wear
away the clear coat finish over a period time.
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Remove dust and loose dirt with a
vacuum cleaner.
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Clean and treat spills and stains as
Note: Do not use hydrofluoric acid-based
or high caustic-based wheel cleaners, steel
wool, fuels or strong household detergents.
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.
soon as possible.
Do not use the following products as these
may damage the leather:
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Oil and petroleum or silicone-based
leather conditioners.
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Household cleaners.
Alcohol solutions.
Solvents or cleaners intended
specifically for rubber, vinyl and
plastics.
Alloy wheels and wheel covers are coated
with a clear coat paint finish. To maintain
their condition we recommend that you:
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Clean the wheels weekly using
Motorcraft Wheel and Tire Cleaner.
Apply using manufacturer's
instructions.
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.
REPAIRING MINOR PAINT
DAMAGE
Authorized dealers have touch-up paint to
match your vehicle’s color. Your vehicle
color code is printed on a sticker on the
front, left-hand side door jamb. Take your
color code to your authorized dealer to
make sure you get the correct color.
Before repairing minor paint damage, use
a cleaner such as Motorcraft Bug and Tar
Remover to remove particles such as bird
droppings, tree sap, insect deposits, tar
spots, road salt and industrial fallout.
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To remove tar and grease, use
Motorcraft Bug and Tar Remover.
VEHICLE STORAGE
Always read the instructions before using
cleaning products.
If you plan on storing your vehicle for 30
days or more, read the following
maintenance recommendations to make
sure your vehicle stays in good operating
condition.
CLEANING THE WHEELS(If
Equipped)
We engineer and test all motor vehicles
and their components for reliable, regular
driving. Under various conditions,
long-term storage may lead to degraded
engine performance or failure unless you
use specific precautions to preserve engine
components.
Note: Do not apply a cleaning chemical to
warm or hot wheel rims and covers.
Note: Some automatic car washes may
cause damage to the finish on your wheel
rims and covers.
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With your foot on the brake, shift
General
through all the gears while the engine
is running.
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Store all vehicles in a dry, ventilated
place.
We recommend that you change the
engine oil before you use your vehicle
again.
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Protect from sunlight, if possible.
If vehicles are stored outside, they
require regular maintenance to protect
against rust and damage.
Fuel system
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Fill the fuel tank with high-quality fuel
until the first automatic shutoff of the
fuel pump nozzle.
Cooling system
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Protect against freezing temperatures.
When removing your vehicle from
storage, check coolant fluid level.
Confirm that there are no cooling
system leaks and that fluid is at the
recommended level.
Battery
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Check and recharge as necessary. Keep
connections clean.
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If storing your vehicle for more than 30
days without recharging the battery,
we recommend that you disconnect
the battery cables to maintain battery
charge for quick starting.
Note: It is necessary to reset memory
features if battery cables are disconnected.
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Change the engine oil and filter prior to
storage because used engine oil
contains contaminates which may
cause engine damage.
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Start the engine every 15 days for a
minimum of 15 minutes. Run at fast idle
with the climate controls set to defrost
until the engine reaches normal
operating temperature.
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Miscellaneous
BODY STYLING KITS
The distance between the underside of
your vehicle and the ground is less than
that of other models. Drive with extreme
care to avoid damage to your vehicle.
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Make sure all linkages, cables, levers
and pins under your vehicle are covered
with grease to prevent rust.
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Move vehicles at least 25 ft (7.5 m)
every 15 days to lubricate working parts
and prevent corrosion.
Removing Vehicle From Storage
When your vehicle is ready to come out of
storage, do the following:
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Wash your vehicle to remove any dirt
or grease film build-up on window
surfaces.
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Check windshield wipers for any
deterioration.
Check under the hood for any foreign
material that may have collected
during storage such as mice or squirrel
nests.
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Check the exhaust for any foreign
material that may have collected
during storage.
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Check tire pressures and set tire
inflation per the Tire Label.
Check brake pedal operation. Drive
your vehicle 15 ft (4.5 m) back and
forth to remove rust build-up.
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Check fluid levels (including coolant,
oil and gas) to make sure there are no
leaks, and fluids are at recommended
levels.
If you remove the battery, clean the
battery cable ends and check for
damage.
Contact an authorized dealer if you have
any concerns or issues.
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