Ford Crown Victoria (2011 year). Manual — part 56

Regular cleaning and conditioning will maintain the appearance of the
leather.

Cleaning

For dirt, use a vacuum cleaner then use a clean, damp cloth or soft
brush.

For routine cleaning, wipe the surface with a soft, damp cloth. For more
thorough cleaning, wipe the surface with a mild soap and water solution.
• Clean spills as quickly as possible.
• Test any cleaner or stain remover on an inconspicuous part of the

leather as cleaners may darken the leather.

• Do not spill coffee, ketchup, mustard, orange juice or oil-based

products on the leather as they may permanently stain the leather.

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

cleaners intended for rubber, vinyl or plastics.

Scratches

Natural Markings - Because the leather in the seat comes from genuine
steer hides, there will be evidence of naturally occurring markings, such
as small scars. These markings give character to the seating covers and
should be considered as proof of a genuine leather product.

In order to lessen the appearance of certain scratches and other wear
marks, apply conditioner on the affected area following the same
instructions as in the Conditioning section.

Conditioning

Bottles of King Ranch

威 Leather Conditioner are available at the King

Ranch

威 Saddle Shop. Visit the website at www.krsaddleshop.com, or

telephone (in the United States) 1–800–282–KING (5464). If you are
unable to obtain King Ranch

威 Leather Conditioner, use another premium

leather conditioner.
• Clean the surfaces using the steps outlined in the Cleaning section.
• Ensure the leather is dry then apply a nickel-sized amount of

conditioner to a clean, dry cloth.

• Rub the conditioner into leather until it disappears. Allow the

conditioner to dry and repeat the process for the entire interior. If a
film appears, wipe off film with a dry, clean cloth.

UNDERBODY

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

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FORD AND LINCOLN CAR CARE PRODUCTS

Your Ford or Lincoln authorized 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

威 Bug and Tar Remover (ZC-42)

Motorcraft

威 Custom Bright Metal Cleaner (ZC-15)

Motorcraft

威 Detail Wash (ZC-3-A)

Motorcraft

威 Dusting Cloth (ZC-24)

Motorcraft

威 Engine Shampoo and Degreaser (U.S. only) (ZC-20)

Motorcraft

威 Engine Shampoo (Canada only) (CXC-66-A)

Motorcraft

威 Multi-Purpose Cleaner (Canada only) (CXC-101)

Motorcraft

威 Premium Glass Cleaner (Canada only) (CXC-100)

Motorcraft

威 Premium Quality Windshield Washer Fluid (Canada only)

[CXC-37-(A, B, D or F)]

Motorcraft

威 Premium Windshield Washer Concentrate (U.S. only)

(ZC-32-A)

Motorcraft

威 Professional Strength Carpet & Upholstery Cleaner (ZC-54)

Motorcraft

威 Spot and Stain Remover (U.S. only) (ZC-14)

Motorcraft

威 Ultra-Clear Spray Glass Cleaner (ZC-23)

Motorcraft

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

Motorcraft

威 Wheel and Tire Cleaner (ZC-37-A)

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SERVICE RECOMMENDATIONS

To help you service your vehicle, we provide scheduled maintenance
information which makes tracking routine service easy.

Use only recommended fuels, lubricants, fluids and service parts
conforming to specifications. Motorcraft

威 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 material (such as cigarettes)

away from the battery and all fuel related parts.

Working with the engine off

1. Set the parking brake and ensure the gearshift is securely latched in P
(Park).

2. Turn off the engine and remove the key.

3. Block the wheels to prevent the vehicle from moving unexpectedly.

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Working with the engine on

1. Set the parking brake and shift to P (Park).

2. Block the wheels.

WARNING: To reduce the risk of vehicle damage and/or
personal burn injuries, do not start your engine with the air

cleaner removed and do not remove it while the engine is running.

OPENING THE HOOD

1. Inside the vehicle, pull the hood
release handle located under the
instrument panel.

2. Go to the front of the vehicle and
release the auxiliary latch that is
located under the front of the hood.

3. Lift the hood until the lift
cylinders hold it open.

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