Aluminum

CAUTION: Do not use steel wool, abrasive-type cleaner or strong detergents containing highly alkaline or caustic agents as damage to the protective coating and discoloration may result.

NOTE: Automatic car wash tire brushes may damage aluminum and styled road wheel protective coatings. Before using such a service, be sure abrasive-type brushes are not being used.

Aluminum wheel rim bead seats should be cleaned with a non-abrasive cleaner to remove tire mounting lubricants and old rubber. Before mounting or dismounting a tire, the bead area should be well lubricated with a rubber lubricant meeting Ford specification ESR-M99B135-A or equivalent.

To clean wheels and wheel covers, use a mild soap and water solution and rinse thoroughly with clear water.