How to Get a Possum Out of Your Car Engine

Safety First

Before you attempt to remove a possum from your car engine, it’s important to take some safety precautions.

• Park your car in a safe location, away from traffic.
• Turn off the engine and allow it to cool down.
• Open the hood of your car and disconnect the negative battery terminal.
• Wear gloves to protect your hands from possum bites and scratches.

Locating the Possum

Once you’ve taken the necessary safety precautions, you can begin to locate the possum in your car engine.

• Look for signs of the possum, such as footprints, droppings, or fur.
• Listen for noises, such as scratching or squeaking.
• Use a flashlight to illuminate dark areas of the engine.

Removing the Possum

Once you’ve located the possum, you can begin to remove it from your car engine.

• If the possum is small, you may be able to gently coax it out of the engine with a broom or stick.
• If the possum is larger, you may need to use a live trap to catch it.
• Once the possum is in the trap, you can release it in a wooded area away from your home.

Preventing Possums from Entering Your Car Engine

Once you’ve removed the possum from your car engine, you can take steps to prevent it from happening again.

• Keep your car clean and free of food debris.
• Seal any holes or cracks in your car’s exterior.
• Park your car in a garage or well-lit area at night.
• Use mothballs or peppermint oil to deter possums from entering your car.

Conclusion

If you find a possum in your car engine, don’t panic. Follow the steps outlined above to safely remove it and prevent it from happening again.