Ford Fusion Quiz
Vehicle Care

Cleaning the Instrument Panel and Instrument Cluster Lens

In this manual: Vehicle Care
Introduction — 7Environment — 1At a Glance — 1Child Safety — 9Seat Belts — 8Personal Safety System™ — 1Additional Restrictions — 8Keys and Remote Controls — 8MyKey™ — 5Doors & Locks — 10Safety — 3Steering Wheel — 5Wipers and Washers — 4Lighting — 8Automatic High Beam Control — 3Windows and Mirrors — 6Instrument Cluster — 4Information Displays — 5Climate Control — 10Seats — 9Garage Door Opener — 1Auxiliary Power Points — 3Storage Compartments — 1Starting and Stopping the Engine — 4Unique Driving Characteristics (if equipped) — 1Fuel and Refueling — 9Engine Emission Control — 5Infection Transmission — 1All-Wheel Drive — 1Brakes — 4Traction Control — 1Stability Control — 1Park Aid — 13Cruise Control — 10Driver Assistance — 14Loading — 1Tow/Haul — 5Driving Tips — 3Roadside Emergencies — 5Customer Assistance — 6Fuses — 3Maintenance — 16Vehicle Care — 9Wheels and Tires — 13Capacities and Specifications — 11Connected Vehicle — 1Wi-Fi Hotspot — 1Audio System — 7SYNC™ — 7SYNC™ 3 — 16Accessories — 1Ford Protect — 3Scheduled Maintenance — 5Appendices — 4
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Clean the instrument panel and instrument cluster lens with a clean, damp, soft cloth, then use a clean, dry, soft cloth to dry these areas.

  • Avoid cleaners or polishes that increase the gloss of the top of the instrument panel. A dull finish in this area helps protect you from unwanted reflections on the windshield.
  • Do not use household chemical products or glass cleaners, as these may damage the instrument panel finish, interior trim and cluster lens.
  • Wash or wipe your hands 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. In case of a spill, wipe immediately. Your warranty may not cover this damage.

If a staining liquid, such as coffee or juice, is spilled on the instrument panel or interior trim surfaces:

  1. Wipe up the spilled liquid with a clean, soft cloth as soon as possible.
  2. Use Motorcraft Premium Leather and Vinyl Cleaner or a commercially available leather cleaner suitable for automotive interiors. Test any cleaner or spot 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.
  4. If necessary, apply more mild soap and water solution or cleaner to a clean, soft cloth and press it onto the soiled area. Allow to set at room temperature for 30 minutes.
  5. Remove the wet cloth, then wipe the soiled area with a clean, damp cloth using circular motions for 60 seconds.
  6. Wipe the area with a clean, soft cloth.

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