1st Gen Protege/323/GLC General/Maintenance Discussion for 1990-1994 Models (BG Chassis) and 1981-1989 GLC/323 Models (BD and BF chassis)

Safe to clean your engine compartment?

Old Apr 29, 2004 | 12:29 AM
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Safe to clean your engine compartment?

Hello gang,

So, I have a little problem...I can't stand dirt, or grease, or grime. This causes a problem for me every time I pop the hood on my Pro. What's the safest way to clean your engine compartment out? I really don't want to pull the whole engine out. Is it okay to go to the self wash and spray that green stuff all over and then pressure spray it off? Any other suggestions? I'll end up getting in there with the armor all and polishing rags if I can get the top layer of gunk off of everything.

Thanks!!
Old Apr 29, 2004 | 02:32 AM
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cover all the electric stuff, bust out the simple green and a pressure washer.
Old Apr 29, 2004 | 03:13 AM
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cover the alternator with a plastic bag. Cover everything electrical (relays) or anything with plastic bags you have a suspicion that's going to get ruined in water. gentally spray down everything. Dont forget to disconnect the battery first. Cover the distributer with a plastic bag.. keep a bottle of electronic drying chemical handy.

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Old May 3, 2004 | 01:23 AM
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^^^ i just sail that. and it would be a better idea to remove the battery and i found that with several layers of sran wrap and masking tape worked wonders.
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