Contents
- How to Clean a Car Engine
- Materials You’ll Need
- Step-by-Step Instructions
- Park your car on a level surface and let the engine cool down.
- Cover the electrical components and ignition system with plastic bags or aluminum foil.
- Apply the engine degreaser to the engine.
- Let the degreaser sit for 5-10 minutes.
- Rinse the engine with water.
- Dry the engine with a soft cloth or sponge.
- Optionally, you can use a toothbrush to clean the hard-to-reach areas of the engine.
- Tips
How to Clean a Car Engine
Materials You’ll Need
- Engine degreaser
- Water hose
- Bucket
- Soft cloth or sponge
- Toothbrush (optional)
Step-by-Step Instructions
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Park your car on a level surface and let the engine cool down.
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Cover the electrical components and ignition system with plastic bags or aluminum foil.
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Apply the engine degreaser to the engine.
Follow the instructions on the degreaser can. Be sure to avoid getting degreaser on the electrical components and ignition system.
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Let the degreaser sit for 5-10 minutes.
This will give the degreaser time to work.
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Rinse the engine with water.
Use a water hose to rinse the engine from top to bottom. Be sure to remove all of the degreaser.
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Dry the engine with a soft cloth or sponge.
Be sure to get all of the water out of the engine crevices.
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Optionally, you can use a toothbrush to clean the hard-to-reach areas of the engine.
Tips
- It’s best to clean your car engine on a warm day. This will help the degreaser to work more effectively.
- Be sure to wear gloves and eye protection when cleaning your car engine.
- Don’t use a pressure washer to clean your car engine. This can damage the electrical components.
- If you have any questions, consult your car’s owner’s manual.