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10.Care and Cleaning of Cover Material

The cover material used on the LTD/Marquis - Cambria Cloth is an extremely durable material that will, with proper care, retain it's appearance characteristics for a long period of time. The cover can also be subjected to commercial car wash equipment procedures and cleaning solutions without adversely affecting the appearance of the material.

The cover should be washed frequently with neutral soap suds and cold or lukewarm water and a softbristled brush. Rinse the top with sufficient quantities of clear water to remove all traces of soap. If the cover has been allowed to get severely soiled and cannot be properly cleaned with soap and water, a mild cleaning agent may be used. A Ford cleaner or equivalent will be satisfactory. Rinse the entire top with water; then apply the mild cleaner on a small area (approximately two (2) square feet). Scrub the area with a soft-bristled brush, adding water as necessary. Remove the cleaner and water with a sponge and then rinse the balance of the cleaner off with water. Use a liberal amount of water to prevent the cleaner from running down onto the body finish and drying. This could cause streaks in the paint finish.

No waxes, polishes, sealers or "dressing-type" materials should be applied to the top material.

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