Ford Transit (2018 year). Manual — part 63

CLEANING THE EXTERIOR

We recommend that you wash your vehicle
with a sponge and lukewarm water
containing a car shampoo.

Note: If you use a car wash with a waxing
cycle, make sure that you remove the wax
from the windshield and the wiper blades.

Note: Before using a car wash, check that
it is suitable for your vehicle.

Note: Some car washes use water at high
pressure. Due to this, water droplets may
enter inside your vehicle and could also
damage certain parts of your vehicle.

Note: Remove the aerial before using an
automatic car wash.

Note: Switch the blower motor off to
prevent contamination of the cabin air filter.

Cleaning the Headlamps

Note: Do not scrape the headlamp lenses
or use abrasives, alcoholic solvents or
chemical solvents to clean them.

Note: Do not wipe the headlamps when
they are dry.

Cleaning the Rear Window

Note: Do not scrape the inside of the rear
window or use abrasives or chemical
solvents to clean it.

Use a clean, lint free cloth or a damp
chamois leather to clean the inside of the
rear window.

Cleaning the Chrome Trim

Note: Do not use abrasives or chemical
solvents to clean the chrome trim. Use
soapy water.

Use a soft clean cloth to dry the chrome
trim.

Note: Do not apply cleaning product to hot
surfaces and do not leave cleaning product
on chrome surfaces for a period of time
exceeding that which is recommended.

Note: Industrial-strength (heavy-duty)
cleaners, or cleaning chemicals, may cause
damage over a period of time.

Body Paintwork Preservation

We recommend that you wax the
paintwork once or twice a year.

Note: Do not apply polish in strong sunlight
as this dries the polish too quickly.

Note: Do not allow polish to come in
contact with plastic surfaces as it can be
difficult to remove.

Note: Do not apply polish to the windshield
or rear window. A contaminated windshield
or contaminated wiper blades may lead to
increased wiper noise, reduced wipe quality
or reduced rain sensor performance.

Sliding Door Tracks

(If Equipped)

WARNING

Do not open or close the sliding
doors when your hands are near the
tracks or rollers.

To clean the sliding door tracks, wipe the
surface using a clean, cotton cloth with a
mild soap and water solution.

Do not use a commercial or high-pressure
washer.

WAXING

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.

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.

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Follow the manufacturer’s instructions
to apply and remove the wax.

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Apply a small amount of wax in a
back-and-forth motion, not in circles.

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Do not allow wax to come in contact
with any non-body (low-gloss black)
colored trim. The wax will discolor or
stain the parts over time.
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Roof racks.

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Bumpers.

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Grained door handles.

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Side moldings.

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Mirror housings.

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Windshield cowl area.

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Do not apply wax to glass areas.

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After waxing, your car's paint should
feel smooth, and be free of streaks and
smudges.

CLEANING THE ENGINE

Engines are more efficient when they are
clean because grease and dirt buildup keep
the engine warmer than normal.

When washing:
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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.

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Do not spray a hot engine with cold
water to avoid cracking the engine
block or other engine components.

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Spray Motorcraft Engine Shampoo and
Degreaser on all parts that require
cleaning and pressure rinse clean. In
Canada, use Motorcraft Engine
Shampoo.

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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.

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Never wash or rinse any ignition coil,
spark plug wire or spark plug well, or
the area in and around these locations.

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Cover the battery, power distribution
box, and air filter assembly to prevent
water damage when cleaning the
engine.

CLEANING THE WINDOWS AND
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.

To clean the windshield and wiper blades:
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Clean the windshield with a
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.

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Clean the wiper blades with isopropyl
rubbing alcohol or windshield washer
concentrate.

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.

CLEANING THE INTERIOR

Note: Do not allow air fresheners and hand
sanitizers to spill on interior surfaces. If a
spill occurs, wipe off immediately. Damage
may not be covered by your warranty.

Note: 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.

Note: We recommend distilled water when
cleaning.

Fabric, Carpets, Cloth Seats,
Headliners and Floor Mats

Note: Avoid soaking any surface. Do not
use excessive amounts of water to clean
the vehicle interior.

Note: To avoid spots or discoloration, clean
the entire surface.

To clean:
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Remove dust and loose dirt with a
vacuum cleaner or brush.

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Wipe the surface with a soft, damp
cloth and a mild soap and water
solution. Dry the area with a clean, soft
cloth.

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If a ring forms on the fabric after spot
cleaning, clean the entire area
immediately, but do not soak or the
ring will set.

Seatbelts

WARNINGS

Do not use cleaning solvents, bleach
or dye on the vehicle's seatbelts, as
these actions may weaken the belt

webbing.

On vehicles equipped with
seat-mounted airbags, do not use
chemical solvents or strong

detergents. Such products could
contaminate the side airbag system and
affect performance of the side airbag in a
crash.

Note: Do not use abrasives, or chemical
solvents to clean them.

Note: Do not allow moisture to penetrate
the seatbelt retractor mechanism.

Cleaning may safely be carried out using
mild soap and water. Let them dry
naturally, away from artificial heat.

Leather Interior

(If Equipped)

Follow the same procedure as cleaning
leather seats for cleaning leather
instrument panels and leather interior trim
surfaces.

Suede Micro Fiber Fabric

(If Equipped)

Note: Do not steam clean.

Note: To avoid spots or discoloration, clean
the entire surface.

Do not use the following products:
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Leather care products.

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Household cleaners.

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Alcoholic solutions.

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Spot removers.

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Shoe polish.

To clean:
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Remove dust and loose dirt with a
vacuum cleaner.

•

Wipe the surface with a soft, damp
cloth and a mild soap and water
solution. Dry the area with a clean, soft
cloth.

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If a ring forms on the fabric after spot
cleaning, clean the entire area
immediately, but do not soak or the
ring will set.

Instrument Cluster Screens, LCD
Screens and Radio Screens

Note: Do not use abrasives, alcoholic
solvents or chemical solvents to clean the
instrument cluster screens, LCD screens or
radio screens. These cleaning products can
damage the screens.

Clean the instrument panel and cluster
lens with a clean, damp and soft cloth,
then use a clean, dry and soft cloth to dry
these areas.

Do not spray any liquid directly onto the
screens.

Do not use a microfiber cloth to clean the
bezel around the display screens as it could
damage the surface.

Rear Windows

Note: Do not use any abrasive materials to
clean the interior of the rear windows.

Note: Do not install stickers or labels to the
interior of the rear windows.

Storage Compartments, Cup
Holders and Ashtrays

To clean:
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Take out any removable inserts.

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Wipe the surface with a soft, damp
cloth and a mild soap and water
solution. Dry the area with a clean, soft
cloth.

CLEANING THE INSTRUMENT
PANEL AND INSTRUMENT
CLUSTER LENS

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.

Clean the instrument panel and cluster
lens with a clean, damp and soft cloth,
then use a clean, dry and soft cloth to dry
these areas.

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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
undesirable windshield reflection.

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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.

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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.

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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.

If a staining liquid like coffee or juice has
been spilled on the instrument panel or on
interior trim surfaces: