Ford Fusion Quiz
Vehicle Care

Waxing. Engine Cleaning

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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Waxing

Regular waxing is necessary to protect your vehicle paint from the elements. We recommend washing and waxing painted surfaces once or twice a year.

When washing and waxing, park the vehicle in a shaded area out of direct sunlight. Always wash the vehicle before waxing.

  • Use a high-quality wax that does not contain abrasives.
  • Follow the manufacturer's instructions for applying and removing wax.
  • Apply a small amount of wax using back-and-forth motions, not circular motions.
  • Do not allow wax to contact any non-body (black matte) colored finish. Wax may discolor or stain these parts over time.
    • Roof rails.
    • Bumpers.
    • Textured door handles.
    • Side moldings.
    • Mirror housings.
    • Windshield cowl area.
  • Do not apply wax to glass surfaces.
  • After applying wax, the vehicle paint should feel smooth and be free of streaks and spots.

Engine Cleaning

Engines operate more efficiently when they are clean, because grease and dirt keep the engine warmer than normal.

When cleaning:

  • Use caution when using a high-pressure washer to clean the engine. High-pressure liquid can penetrate sealed components and cause damage.
  • Do not spray a hot engine with cold water, as this may crack the engine block or other engine components.
  • Spray Motorcraft Engine Shampoo and Degreaser on all parts that require cleaning, and rinse with pressure. In Canada, use Motorcraft Engine Shampoo.
  • Never wash or rinse the engine while it is hot or running. Water running into the engine may cause internal damage.
  • Never wash or rinse the ignition coils, spark plug wires, spark plug wells, or the areas in and around them.
  • Cover the battery, power distribution box and air filter assembly to prevent water damage when cleaning the engine.

Test yourself

A quick Ford Fusion quiz: every answer comes with an explanation and a link to the manual page.