Ranger 2WD V6-245 4.0L VIN X SFI (1997)
Wheels: Service and Repair
Maintenance
Aluminum wheels have a protective coating to resist corrosion. Avoid damaging the wheel or corrosion may occur. All aluminum wheels are painted
with corrosion resistant (clear-coat) paint. When washing, do not use highly alkaline cleaning agents. Certain environments such as fertilizer, salt
chloride compounds used for snow removal, dust control and highly alkaline materials can lead to corrosion.
When these conditions are encountered, the following practice is recommended:
1. Clean frequently with steam or high-pressure water from a hose. Use of a mild detergent will speed up the cleaning process.
2. When tires are removed, the entire wheel should be cleaned and inspected. For maximum protection, there are various types of coatings which give
good results. The following procedures are suggested:
Surface Preparation
1. Remove all the soil and oil from the wheel surface with either high-pressure steam or solvent. Suitable solvents would be mineral spirits and
regular paint thinner, obtained in paint stores.
2. Remove any adherent soil or oxidation products by using a wire brush.
3. Clean the surface again with solvent, using mineral spirits to remove loose products.
