ok ok ok i know this is really gonna make me sound like a newb, however, i was wondering..... we all know that u are suppose to cover up and electrical wires and what not but to really get in the bay and shine it up, whats the best approach to getting in there and not messing anything really important up? what should i watch for? and what could go wrong? thanks guys

 

Probably avoid using a pressure washer on any of your sensors. A regular garden hose would be okay on anything.

 

i gave mine a quick cleaning today at a wandwash, just go easy on the pressure and you should be ok

 

Just avoid spraying anything electrical. ie alternator, fusebox, etc.

 

or to be safe, just do it by hand. get a wet rag and clean everything manually.

 

^+1 on that...less dangerous

 

thanks guys ill try all the suggestions

 

Honestly you don't need to bother covering electrical components, they're designed to withstand getting wet, just avoid spraying them directly. I just scrub everything with a bucket of suds and a rag/sponge, rinse it off, then dry everything with a rag. Finally, dress all the plastic/rubber with 303 protectant.

 

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My engine bay got pretty dirty in the transition from winter to spring. I'll be cleaning it with a bucket and rag like you guys suggested.

 

http://www.303products.com/
Awesome protectant and doesn't leave things all greasy like other products do. I think most decent auto parts stores are carrying it these days.

 

i have a sri and i put a plastic bag over the filter so it doesnt get soaked