Why is it important to clean the car engine bay properly?

Why is it important to clean the car engine bay properly?

Update: 15:11 | 14/11/2018
The engine bay is the heart of a car, ensuring the vehicle's operation. However, it is often neglected, overlooked, and not cleaned regularly. Over time, engine oil and dirt buildup can cause corrosion and affect the performance of the engine and other components. Therefore, it is important to clean the engine bay annually and regularly wipe it down to maintain the operation and shine of the engine.

Unlike the usual car wash that almost anyone can do, cleaning the engine compartment requires some knowledge and skills to avoid regrettable mistakes.

Many people still wonder "Should I clean the engine compartment?" and the answer is that it is very necessary to keep the engine compartment clean. If you drive an old car that has had oil leaks, even a small amount, cleaning can help save a lot of money and prevent damage. There are many rubber components under the hood, such as valves, pipes, belts, hoses, and the lifespan of these parts can be reduced due to frequent contact with gasoline or oil.

 

Proper way to clean car engine compartment

The lifespan of rubber components under the hood can be reduced due to direct contact with oil

 

We need to regularly check, clean out debris, gravel, dry branches, or leaves to help the car operate efficiently. Just a few small leaves falling down to the bottom of the windshield and air conditioning system can clog the air intake. The presence of any organic matter in the engine compartment is an opportunity for an animal to nest and cause damage from the electrical system to the fuel lines.

When cleaning the engine compartment, you will need washing equipment, but absolutely do not use high-pressure washers to spray the engine compartment. Because most modern cars have too many sensitive electronic components that are easily damaged. Therefore, the advice is to use specialized engine compartment cleaning tools.

 

Car engine compartment cleaning gun

Use a specialized engine compartment cleaning gun

 

Specialized engine compartment cleaning guns use cleaning solutions that are environmentally friendly and do not damage engine components. Combined with soft cloths, clean fabric to clean the engine compartment.

During cleaning, be aware that cloths soaked in oil are very flammable, so avoid contact with potential sources of fire.

 

Specialized car engine compartment cleaning gun

Yato YT-2374 car engine compartment cleaning gun

 

Before cleaning the engine compartment, make sure the engine is completely cool. Open the hood for a few minutes to reduce heat. If the engine cover is made of plastic, remove it for easier cleaning.

Pay attention to using the right amount of solution, and check the plugs and wires as well as a variety of other hoses, many of which are easy to break. When wiping clean the fuel tank caps, make sure to cover the tank tightly to prevent dirt from falling in.

You can use a spray-on non-stick oil and spray it on anything made of plastic or rubber. This type of oil will leave a shiny and durable coating, protecting the material from drying out and cracking.

These are some careful cleaning methods for the engine compartment to keep it clean, ensuring smooth and durable engine operation.

You can refer to more engine compartment cleaning methods in the following video:

Use a specialized engine compartment cleaning gun to clean the engine

 

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