How to Clean Poplar Catkins from a Car's Radiator?

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LeLeila
07/29/25 9:35pm
Methods for cleaning poplar catkins from a car's radiator: Use a high-pressure water gun for spraying, or remove the radiator and various pipes for manual precision cleaning. Generally, poplar catkins stick to the car's radiator and cannot be washed off by soaking or rinsing with water. In such cases, it is best to go to a professional car wash for cleaning. After thoroughly removing the poplar catkins, it is advisable to use a water gun to rinse the radiator and condenser once more to eliminate dust and dirt. Note that the water gun's pressure should not be too high, and it should be directed straight at the condenser, cleaning from top to bottom in sequence. Avoid spraying at an angle to prevent damaging or deforming the cooling fins and blocking the air circulation channels.
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