How to Clean a Car Engine Bay by Yourself?

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McColton
07/29/25 6:40pm
Cleaning agent, brush (or a used toothbrush), towel, and spray bottle. Do not spray water directly; it's best to use a cleaning agent. Spray the cleaning agent on various components and carefully clean them with a small brush. You can choose to use a damp towel to achieve the goal of cleaning the engine bay. After wiping off the moisture, you can start the engine to use the heat generated by the engine to dry the moisture on the surface.
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