How to Clean the Outside of a Car Engine
A clean engine is a happy engine. Not only will it look better, but it will also run better and last longer. Here are the steps on how to clean the outside of a car engine:
Materials You’ll Need
- Engine degreaser
- Garden hose
- Bucket
- Sponges
- Rags
Step-by-Step Instructions
- Prepare the engine. Allow the engine to cool completely before you begin cleaning. This will help to prevent the engine degreaser from evaporating and becoming ineffective.
- Apply the engine degreaser. Spray the engine degreaser onto the engine, being sure to cover all of the surfaces. Let the degreaser sit for the amount of time specified on the product label.
- Rinse the engine. Use the garden hose to rinse the engine degreaser off of the engine. Be sure to rinse all of the surfaces, including the underside of the engine.
- Wash the engine. Use a sponge and a bucket of soapy water to wash the engine. Be sure to scrub all of the surfaces, including the underside of the engine.
- Rinse the engine again. Use the garden hose to rinse the soapy water off of the engine. Be sure to rinse all of the surfaces, including the underside of the engine.
- Dry the engine. Use a rag to dry the engine. Be sure to dry all of the surfaces, including the underside of the engine.
Tips
- Wear gloves and eye protection when cleaning the engine.
- Be careful not to get water into the engine’s electrical components.
- If the engine is very dirty, you may need to use a stronger engine degreaser or repeat the cleaning process.
Cleaning the outside of your car engine is a relatively simple task that can be completed in about an hour. By following these steps, you can help to keep your engine running smoothly and looking its best.
