Ford Explorer: Vehicle Care / Cleaning the Engine
Engines are more efficient when they are clean because grease and dirt buildup
keep the engine warmer than normal.
When washing:
- Take care when using a power washer to clean the engine. The high-pressure
fluid could penetrate the sealed parts and cause damage.
- 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.
Note: If your vehicle has an engine cover remove the cover before application
of Motorcraft Engine Shampoo and Degreaser. Immediately rinse away any over spray.
- Never wash or rinse the engine while it is hot or running; water in the
running engine may cause internal damage.
- Never wash or rinse any ignition coil, spark plug wire or spark plug well,
or the area in and around these locations.
- Cover the battery, power distribution box, and air filter assembly to prevent
water damage when cleaning the engine.
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...
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...
Other information:
WARNING: If your vehicle is involved in a crash, have the seatbelts and
associated components inspected as soon as possible. Failure to follow this instruction
could result in personal injury or death.
All safety restraints in the vehicle are combination lap and shoulder belts...
12 Volt DC Power Point
WARNING: Do not plug optional electrical accessories into the cigar lighter
socket. Incorrect use of the cigar lighter can cause damage not covered by the vehicle
warranty, and can result in fire or serious injury.
Note: When you switch the ignition on, you can use the socket to power
12 volt appliances with a maximum current rating of 15 amps...
Categories
WARNING: Position the seatbelt height adjuster so that the seatbelt rests
across the middle of your shoulder. Failure to adjust the seatbelt correctly could
reduce its effectiveness and increase the risk of injury in a crash.
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