Ford Escort (2003 year). Manual — part 33

LEATHER SEATS (IF EQUIPPED)

Your leather seating surfaces have a clear, protective coating over the
leather.
• To clean, use a soft cloth with Motorcraft Deluxe Leather and Vinyl

Cleaner (ZC-11–A). Dry the area with a soft cloth.

• To help maintain its resiliency and color, use the Motorcraft Deluxe

Leather Care Kit (ZC-11–D), available fromyour authorized dealer.

• Do not use household cleaning products, alcohol solutions, solvents or

cleaners intended for rubber, vinyl and plastics, or oil/petroleum-based
leather conditioners. These products may cause premature wearing of
the clear, protective coating.

UNDERBODY

Flush the complete underside of your vehicle frequently. Keep body and
door drain holes free frompacked dirt.

FORD, LINCOLN AND MERCURY CAR CARE PRODUCTS

Your Ford, Lincoln or Mercury dealer has many quality products available
to clean your vehicle and protect its finishes. These quality products
have been specifically engineered to fulfill your automotive needs; they
are custom designed to complement the style and appearance of your
vehicle. Each product is made from high quality materials that meet or
exceed rigid specifications. For best results, use the following products
or products of equivalent quality:

Motorcraft CustomClearcoat Polish (ZC–8–A)

Ford CustomVinyl Protectant* (not available in Canada)
(F2AZ—19530–A)

Motorcraft Vinyl Cleaner (Canada only) (CXC-93)

Motorcraft Vinyl Conditioner (Canada only) (CXC-94)

Motorcraft Deluxe Leather and Vinyl Cleaner (not available in Canada)
(ZC-11–A)

Ford Extra Strength Tar and Road Oil Remover* (not available in
Canada) (B7A-19520–AA)

Ford Extra Strength Upholstery Cleaner (not available in Canada)
(E8AZ-19523–AA)

Motorcraft CustomBright Metal Cleaner (ZC-15)

Motorcraft Wheel and Tire Cleaner (ZC-37–A)

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Motorcraft Dash and Vinyl Cleaner (ZC-38–A)

Motorcraft Car Care Kit (ZC-26)

Ford Premium Car Wash Concentrate (F2SZ-19523–WC)

Motorcraft Carlite Glass Cleaner (Canada only) (CXC-100)

Motorcraft Spot and Stain Remover (ZC-14)

Motorcraft Detail Wash (ZC-3–A)

Motorcraft Tire Detailer (ZC-28)

Motorcraft Triple Clean (ZC-13)

Motorcraft Ultra-Clear Spray Glass Cleaner (not available in Canada)
(ZC-23)

Motorcraft Engine Shampoo and Degreaser (ZC-20)

* May be sold with the Motorcraft name

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SERVICE RECOMMENDATIONS

To help you service your vehicle:
• We highlight do-it-yourself items in the engine compartment for easy

location.

• We provide a scheduled maintenance guide which makes tracking

routine service easy.

Use only recommended fuels, lubricants, fluids and service parts
conforming to specifications. Motorcraft parts are designed and built to
provide the best performance in your vehicle.

PRECAUTIONS WHEN SERVICING YOUR VEHICLE
• Do not work on a hot engine.
• Make sure that nothing gets caught in moving parts.
• Do not work on a vehicle with the engine running in an enclosed

space, unless you are sure you have enough ventilation.

• Keep all open flames and other burning (cigarettes) material away

fromthe battery and all fuel related parts.

2. Turn off the engine and remove
the key.

3. Block the wheels to prevent the
vehicle frommoving unexpectedly.
• Manual transaxle:

P

R

N

D

D

L

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1. Set the parking brake, depress
the clutch and place the gearshift in
1 (First).

2. Turn off the engine and remove
the key.

3. Block the wheels to prevent the
vehicle frommoving unexpectedly.

Working with the engine off
• Automatic transaxle:
1. Set the parking brake and shift to P (Park).

2. Turn off the engine and remove the key.

3. Block the wheels.
• Manual transaxle:
1. Set the parking brake, depress the clutch and place the gearshift in 1
(First).

2. Turn off the engine and remove the key.

3. Block the wheels.

1

2

4

R

3

5

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