FORD 2013 F-150 v.3 - Manual (Page 357)

Instrument Panel, Door Panels and Console (FX appearance
package)
Your vehicle’s instrument panel, door panels and console are uniquely
painted with both high and low gloss paints that require special care.
The high gloss area is similar to that of the vehicle’s exterior; the low
gloss area is designed to help protect the driver from undesirable
windshield reflection.
High gloss paint area
In order to maintain the finish, the high gloss areas should be treated
similar to the that of exterior paint or glossy plastic surfaces. When
cleaning the high gloss areas:
• Do not use paper towels or newspaper.
• Do not use silicone or Teflon® (PTFE)-based products.
Dust the high gloss areas with a clean, dry cloth, or use Motorcraft
Dusting Cloth (ZC-24).
For general cleaning, use mild, soapy water and a soft, damp cloth, then
dry with a clean, dry cloth.
For removal of fine scuffs and scratches, use Scotch-Brite® Microfiber Cloth
or cheese cloth along with Motorcraft Premium Liquid Wax (ZC-53-A),
Motorcraft Paint Sealant (ZC-45), or Motorcraft Custom Clear Coat Polish
(ZC-8-A). Note: Removal of deep scuffs and scratches should be performed
by an authorized dealer or an experienced repair facility.
Low gloss paint area
The low gloss area of the instrument panel’s upper dash should be
cleaned with mild, soapy water and a soft, damp cloth, then dried with a
clean, dry cloth. When cleaning the low gloss areas:
• Do not use paper towels or newspaper.
• Do not use silicone or Teflon® (PTFE)-based products.
• Do not use exterior paint waxes or sealants.
Dust the low gloss areas with a clean, dry cloth, or use Motorcraft
Dusting Cloth (ZC-24).
356 Vehicle Care
2013 F-150 (f12)
Owners Guide gf, 3rd Printing, February 2013
USA (fus)