Note:Do not attempt to move the panoramic power sunshades manually
or sunshade damage or malfunction may occur. The sunshade track clips
are designed to release the sunshade crossbar in order to prevent
damage to the system. If this occurs the sunshade crossbar ends may
just need to be slid back into position to regain proper function. See
your authorized dealer for proper panoramic Vista Roof™ or sunshade
operating, diagnostic or repair instructions.
To operate power sunshades:
Press the OPEN portion of the
control to open the sunshade. The
front and rear sunshades open
simultaneously. Press the CLOSE
portion of the control until the
sunshades stop at the “Express
close” position. Firmly press and
hold the control again to fully close the front and rear sunshades.
Note:Closing the sunshade will also close the panoramic Vista Roof™, if
open.
To open the panoramic Vista
Roof™:Press and hold to open
manually. The panoramic Vista
Roof™ is equipped with a one-touch
open feature. Firmly press and
release the rear control. The
panoramic Vista Roof™ will open to
the “comfort” position. Firmly press
and release the control again to fully open. To stop the one-touch open
feature press any control again.
Note:Opening the panoramic Vista Roof™ will also open the sunshades,
if closed.
Note:The panoramic Vista Roof™ will open to the“comfort”position
first before opening all the way. The “comfort” position helps to alleviate
rumbling wind noise which may happen in the vehicle with the roof fully
opened.
To close the panoramic Vista Roof™:Press and release the front
control until the glass panel stops at the “Express close” position. Firmly
press and hold the control again to fully close.
To vent the panoramic Vista Roof™:From the closed position, press
and release the TILT control. To vent the panoramic Vista Roof™ from
any position, press and hold the TILT control. To close, press and hold
the front control.
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LUGGAGE RACK (IF EQUIPPED)
The loadmust beplaced directly on the luggage rack. The vehicle’s roof
panelis notdesigned to carry a load.
When loading the luggage rack, it is recommended to evenly distribute
the load, as well as maintain a low center of gravity. Ensure that the load
is securely fastened. The maximum load for the roof rack is 100 lb
(44 kg).
Your fuel economy will decrease when you drive with items on the
luggage rack. When the rack is loaded, check the tightness of the load
before driving and at each refueling stop.
Loaded vehicles, with a higher center of gravity, may handle
differently than unloaded vehicles. Extra precautions, such as
slower speeds and increased stopping distance, should be taken when
driving a heavily loaded vehicle.
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WAXING
•Wash the vehicle first.
•Do not use waxes that contain abrasives; use Motorcraft Premium
Liquid Wax (ZC-53-A), which is available from your authorized dealer,
or an equivalent quality product.
•Do not allow paint sealant to come in contact with any non-body
(low-gloss black) colored trim, such as grained door handles, roof
racks, bumpers, side moldings, mirror housings or the windshield cowl
area. The paint sealant will “gray” or stain the parts over time.
PAINT CHIPS
Your authorized dealer has touch-up paint to match your vehicle’s color.
Take your color code (printed on a sticker in the driver’s door jamb) to
your authorized dealer to ensure you get the correct color.
•Remove particles such as bird droppings, tree sap, insect deposits, tar
spots, road salt and industrial fallout before repairing paint chips.
•Always read the instructions before using the products.
ALUMINUM WHEELS AND WHEEL COVERS
Aluminum wheels and wheel covers are coated with a clearcoat paint
finish. In order to maintain their shine:
•Clean weekly with Motorcraft Wheel and Tire Cleaner (ZC-37-A),
which is available from your authorized dealer. Heavy dirt and brake
dust accumulation may require agitation with a sponge. Rinse
thoroughly with a strong stream of water.
•Never apply any cleaning chemical to hot or warm wheel rims or
covers.
•Some automatic car washes may cause damage to the finish on your
wheel rims or covers. Chemical-strength cleaners, or cleaning
chemicals, in combination with brush agitation to remove brake dust
and dirt, could wear away the clearcoat finish over time.
•Do not use hydrofluoric acid-based or high caustic-based wheel
cleaners, steel wool, fuels or strong household detergent.
•To remove tar and grease, use Motorcraft Bug and Tar Remover
(ZC-42), available from your authorized dealer.
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