Opening the hood
1. Inside the vehicle, pull the hood release handle located under the bottom
of the instrument panel.
2. At the front of the vehicle, lift up on the auxiliary latch handle located in
the center between the hood and the grille.
3. Lift the hood open and secure it with the prop rod.

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Vehicle Care
GENERAL INFORMATION
Your Ford or Lincoln authorized dealer has many quality products available to
clean your vehicle and protect its finishes. ...
Cleaning the exterior
Wash your vehicle regularly with cool or lukewarm water and a neutral pH shampoo,
such as Motorcraft® Detail Wash.
• Never use strong household detergents or soap, such as dish washing or laundr ...
Reporting Safety Defects (U.S. only)
If you believe that your vehicle has a defect which could cause a crash or could
cause injury or death, you should immediately inform the National Highway Traffic
Safety Administration (NHTSA) in ...
