What to Do When a Mouse Enters the Engine Compartment?
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Solutions for a mouse entering the engine compartment: 1. First, check if the engine compartment and the air conditioning external inlet/outlet filter mesh cover are loose or damaged. 2. If mouse droppings or chewed wires are found, promptly go to a repair shop for cleaning. After cleaning, place some mothballs, rodent repellent, or rodent deterrent devices in the engine compartment to prevent mice from entering again. 3. Try to avoid parking near garbage dumps, grassy areas, sewers, or other places prone to mice. 4. Thoroughly clean the engine compartment, including the engine surface, wire surfaces, plastic and rubber parts, battery terminals, and other exposed metal parts, to remove any dirt and odors left by the mouse.
Last time I was really freaked out when I found a mouse had gotten into the engine compartment, so I rushed to a repair shop for help. The mechanic immediately discovered the mouse had built a little nest inside and chewed up the wiring. He spent most of the day thoroughly cleaning it out and installed professional rodent-proof mesh to block all the gaps. Later, I bought some rodent repellent spray and spray a circle around the hood every week—the smell keeps mice away. I also make sure to park away from trash piles and bushes now, choosing open spaces instead. These days, I’ve gotten into the habit of popping the hood for a quick check before heading out, just to make sure no mice have snuck in again. During winter or if the car sits unused for a long time, you’ve got to be extra careful—they love crawling in for warmth.
