Never Do THIS When Cleaning Your Engine Bay! Do THIS Instead

Рет қаралды 1,148,505

Күн бұрын

A Master Automobile Technician Shares things you should never do when cleaning your engine bay.
Never do This when cleaning engine bays! These are the common issues that happen after cleaning and\or washing an engine bay that I see after washing an engine bay.
Folks you've been asking for this video for a long time and I hope this video delivers what you've been asking for. I am not a car detail professional however as a mechanic I see the common mistakes that cause issues with detailing an engine bay.
TCCN Automotive Inc.
Toyota and Lexus Specialist Repair
Visit www.tccnautomotive.com to schedule your appointment today.
Check out the second channel :
/ @thecarcarenutreviews
Recommended Tools:
Basic Scan Tool amzn.to/3Jm6aom
Very good DIY Scan Tool amzn.to/3zF7dvH
Advanced Scan tool amzn.to/3q3L3QQ
Spill Free Coolant Replacement Funnel amzn.to/3uJfKxm
Sun roof drain cleaning tool amzn.to/3GMDlQ9
Good DIY Torque Wrench 1/2" amzn.to/3gE9bnw
Wireless Apple CarPlay for Toyota\Lexus amzn.to/3uKElSo
Very Good Triple Camera Borescope amzn.to/3MrgFs0
*as an Amazon associate, I earn from qualifying purchases.
Follow the channel on Social Media :
/ thecarcarenut
/ thecarcarenut
Check out the channel Merch store
/ @thecarcarenut
Support the channel on Patreon:
/ thecarcarenut
Make a one time donation to the channel:
www.paypal.me/CCNdonate
Check out the amazon store:
www.amazon.com/shop/thecarcarenut
*as an Amazon associate, I earn from qualifying purchases.
#thecarcarenut #tccnautomotive #carcare #engine
0:00 Intro
0:25 Gasoline Engine Bays
10:27 Hybrid Engine Bays
14:25 Do THIS Instead

Пікірлер: 917

@sahelanthropus-1777 6 ай бұрын

Detailers, especially on KZfaq, love to deep clean engine bays because they’re always so dirty and show a huge difference when cleaned. They pressure wash rinse, soak it in foam degreaser then hit it with another pressure wash. My gut instinct was that it was excessive especially in newer cars with so many sensitive electrical parts/connections, thank you for making this video Ahmed.

@Jay-rg5mt 9 күн бұрын

Meh not a big deal, don’t directly hit electrical components, keep the pressure washer a good distance away, and always keep the washer moving

@N1mbleOne 6 күн бұрын

No, you forgot the MOST IMPORTANT STEP.. the last step.. which is to REMOVE THE WATER after the second pressure wash, preferably using an air compressor because they're the strongest, every single connector they see will dry up completely after just a second or two with that amount of concentrated air. I almost exclusively follow AmmoNYC and every single time he dries the entire engine compartment, using microfiber cloths and compressed air.

@fazecrazy6266 3 күн бұрын

@Jay-rg5mt the issue is the moisture getting into the wiring harness thats how i see it. Damp towel is more than sufficient i believe

@alfonso1843 6 ай бұрын

Great video as always I wash my engine couple times a year. I’m in salt country. I regularly spray silicone spray on my wires and I also use silicone paste on and around connectors to keep water off and keeps wires soft and copper wires from going green. Friend of mine bought tundra same time I did and his wires started to turn green while mine stayed copper. Been doing this since 1983.

@Esteban_Herrera 6 ай бұрын

Good to know. I'm in southern California and had to watch KZfaq videos to see the damage that salt does. Unbelievable till I actually saw it.

@Nexgeninfi 6 ай бұрын

Nice to know others do the same thing. Friends think I'm weird for using silicone/dielectric grease to protect the electrical contacts.

@TechwithSTONE4 3 ай бұрын

I clean my engine by hand, water and bucket a small brush. Then I buff the whole thing with WD40 with a rag till dry. Last 6 months.

@MarzNet256 6 ай бұрын

Another informative video dripping with common sense. As a pro bike mechanic we faced similar cleaning issues with getting water into bearings (hubs, headsets, bottom brackets), the trick is to use dawn dish soap, soft sponge and a very light spray. I finish drying bike with a leaf blower front the front and back (preventing water entry into bearings and frame).

@Evom777 6 ай бұрын

Unsealed bearings and even sealed mechanisms should be illegal. It amazes me how many bikes that are $1500+ still have unsealed hubs. 🙄

@kovie9162 6 ай бұрын

Even with sealed bearings on a non-steel bike?

@ivok9846 6 ай бұрын

water in engine bay, motorcycle, bike, is all madness. just wipe it off. minus engine bay, that one needs nothing. leave your esthetics for visible parts.

@MarzNet256 6 ай бұрын

@@kovie9162 Yup. It is best practice.

@MarzNet256 6 ай бұрын

@@Evom777 Yes. That is ridiculous.

@pilgrim985 4 ай бұрын

I have a 2020 Tacoma and when I clean my engine bay, I don’t use any water at all. I use Chemical Guys “Nonsense” (no water) all purpose cleaner. I spray the cleaner in a small area, clean with a small horse hair brush and then wipe it down with a microfiber towel. Doing it this way takes more time but in the end, I have a clean engine bay without the risk of any water damage whatsoever.

@jthonn 6 ай бұрын

I just don't clean mine.

@TheRedMenace12 12 күн бұрын

Me, too. It's the Scotty Kilmer method.

@forester057 12 күн бұрын

Seems wise

@schemeteam2954 10 күн бұрын

@@TheRedMenace12😂😂

@mayg7415 10 күн бұрын

Period

@jariyadesigns 9 күн бұрын

@@TheRedMenace12LOL I can hear Scotty in my head all the time 😂

@benodhy 6 ай бұрын

Mr. Car Care Nut, you are a big blessing to car owners. I have always resisted the idea of taking my car for an engine bay wash and I am glad I have never done it. The advices I have received from a few local mechanics have been misleading, one of them even told me that I could wash the engine bay under pressure when the engine is running! I remained skeptical of that advice and am glad I watched this video before attempting any cleaning methods. When it comes to maintainance of my V6 toyota Mr. Car Care Nut's advice becomes cardinal rules. Thank you Mr. Car Care Nut for always educating us on how to maintain our cars. May God bless you abundantly.

@Patrick-nc6kk 6 ай бұрын

I used to work in a garage but as a car painter, the mechanics always told us to let the engine run if it was a diesel while washing it and not spray directly on certain parts it was almost a decade ago and only did it once or twice but I think the reason is that if you didn't the engine might not want to start after and maybe because if there's some water that goes where it shouldn't the heat will dry it.

@alexgalea1215 6 ай бұрын

Something worth remembering from the carpentry trade: water will travel upwards between two surfaces - against gravity. If I remember correctly it was referred to as the "phenonemon of capillary action". We had to know this when making casement windows to determine the gap between the sash and frame, and then create an anti-drip groove. So the point being that when AMD says water will find its way into areas, this is how I expect it will do it. If water finds a way with wood, then I expect it will have an easier time with metal and plastic. The last mobile mechanic I employed just left the hood open in the slashing rain, and I never went back to him. Shows how rare a mechanic AMD is that he brings this up. Greatly appreciate the videos as always.

@jahmanborneo1343 6 ай бұрын

Wood wicks as it's permeable. Metal is not. Basic understanding of materials.

@jel517 6 ай бұрын

not being a dick/capillary attraction

@alexgalea1215 6 ай бұрын

No that's not what it is. I think you're referring to is water being absorbed by wood. What I'm refering to is two non-permeable surfaces (such as glass or painted wood) that are barely touching each other. So if you've got a electrical plug facing upwards into the socket, the water will find its way between the two and it wont drop down with gravity. Or with electrical wire it will go horizontally before it goes straight down if the wire is horizontal for example. That's why a traditional window should have a groove between the sash and the frame, because it should only have a penny gap (1/16" or so) after its been painted. But nobody ever did it, and typically they didn't have a penny gap so it didn't always matter. @@jahmanborneo1343

@lorv8628 6 ай бұрын

@@jahmanborneo1343 it wicks because water is attracted to itself, not because of the properties of the adjacent material.

@MakeRussiaBrighter-MRB 2 ай бұрын

@@jahmanborneo1343 Not being a dick, materials don't matter, it's a combination of liquid surface tension and the adhesive forces in play. Basic understanding of capillary action...

@Louiepr60 3 ай бұрын

I’m not surprised some people don’t even have common sense after showing you the WHY and still going against it because they been doing it there way for 50 years,lol. Thank you AMD for this and all your videos, long time subscriber here.I have learned to do my own maintenance on my car because of you and can’t thank you enough. I’m no means A mechanic but have learned so much through your videos. I just purchased new Toyota and now know how to keep engine clean. Keep up the good work and god bless you too.

@triple6758 6 ай бұрын

Been pressure washing engine bays in my vehicle for decades. Just be prudent with distance. I kept one truck for 15 years and had zero negative effects. Cant be just luck.

@fsmphoto1969 6 ай бұрын

Thanks again for a great informative video. I've had my new to me 2022 Prius LE for three months now. Thankfully I've never spayed the engine bay with water. I used to spray down my old car's engine bay from time to time (a Kia Soul), but did it gently. But seeing you demonstrate how I should keep my already spotless Prius's engine bay clean confirmed my thoughts on this. Thanks again! Your channel is a top favorite of mine.

@teknightrider2586 6 ай бұрын

Thanks for another top professional video AMD! So thankful for the extra peace of mind you bring! Continued Blessings to you, your family and business!!! 😇

@balabay77 6 ай бұрын

One time I went to a Toyota dealership to pick up some parts and I’ve seen their mobile detailing staff members power washing engine bays in pre owned trade-in cars so I assumed that it was safe enough to spray engine but not the electrical components. Thanks for sharing your wisdom and mechanical knowledge with us 👍.

@joeshmoe8952 6 ай бұрын

The dealerships usually contract 3rd party detailers to do their jobs. The detailer will charge a certain amount like $500 for example & the dealership charges the customer $1100.

@goldentrichomeshydro4260 6 ай бұрын

I've seen toyota detailer power wash the inside of car doors 😂

@joeyk803c 6 ай бұрын

@@goldentrichomeshydro4260detailers will often clean out the door jambs using a pressure washer. They use a low angle tip to limit the amount of water getting into the interior.

@tardeliesmagic 6 ай бұрын

@balabay77 Worked for Toyota in the early 90's which i jet washed Toyota engines & the area manager caught me TWICE! He did warn me the first time. Never had any issues,i didn't go overboard jetting it,i just made sure the chemical was pretty strong but not overly strong/powerful....a decent scrub prior to jetting is what i did.no comebacks thou..

@buysncharge 6 ай бұрын

They're hiding the oil leak

@johnwelter7081 6 ай бұрын

This video gives me vibes of a physician or dentist who is realistic and caring. Nothing alarming. Just explains general info and why we do the things we do. Nice video!

@davidiverson4072 3 ай бұрын

Nice. My older cars are old but I keep them clean, in and out and under the hood. And I feel good about how they look.

@jwbranham2009 6 ай бұрын

I really appreciate your detailed explanations and subjects that are not discussed often. I appreciate your expertise in this area and thank you for your videos!

@Venom-ct8yy 6 ай бұрын

I use Huggies natural baby wipes and spend a good amount of time cleaning by hand. If it’s good for a baby’s bottom it’s good for my engine bays.

@twinhealthnut 6 ай бұрын

One thing I do is just use a swiffer wand every few months to remove dust in my relatively clean engine bay. It is pretty good at reaching into crevices or hard to reach places. So far I haven’t needed to use any liquids to clean it since I bought the vehicle 4 years ago.

@CookiePepper 6 ай бұрын

Using pressure washer is exactly what Toyota HQ Japan is specified how it should be cleaned. There is a video about Toyota certified used car's engine bay clean up procedure (specified by Toyota HQ in Japan). "TOYOTA pay close attention to even used car's quality! with English subtitles"

@MrD1maS 6 ай бұрын

Wow. Finally, you made this video! Thank you, Ahmed.

@user-ib9ix7bs3y 4 ай бұрын

Hi, AMD! Thank you for your professionalism! I'm in fond of your videos and thankful for answering my emailed question.

@Mark.AUS. 6 ай бұрын

Nice to present a clean engine bay to a mechanic because the mechanic will appreciate you providing a clean engine to work on and it also shows that you have some respect to the person working on your car. That in turn is more likely to give you a mechanic that is happier to work on your car.

@doalex2085 6 ай бұрын

Good Looking out Boss;! Thanks for sharing your thoughts and videos. Every time I’m going to do some things to my new Tacoma, I always say let’s see what the car care nut has to say about it. I have learned so much from you thanks 🙏 again!!

@mr.c493 3 ай бұрын

I’m glad I watched this video. I was thinking of cleaning the engine bay soon. Just ordered the body cleaner and will do this. Seems very simple!

@Th3Think3r 6 ай бұрын

Appreciate the tips AMD. Happy Thanksgiving! Many people, including myself, are grateful for your channel!

@ex-engineer6657 6 ай бұрын

Thanks, excellent info. Working with electronin equipment since the early '70s, MANY intermittent problems were caused by connectors. We old timers could go to the coin op car wash and spend 25 cents on a shiny engine. Those days are long gone. Compressed air is your friend.

@jcnikoley 6 ай бұрын

I’ll use some simple green/purple power, rinse with wide spray of water, then compressed air. I’ve never had an issue, but I generally only do this annually. Engine bay looks clean helping to spot any leaks. I’ve seen many cars where it’s so dirty, you can’t even read brake/washer fluid levels.

@jamram9924 6 ай бұрын

We detail in our automotive shop after a car after a repair that involved an oil leak. We dilute Purple power with water and a brush to agitate the oily grime. We follow with compressed air and a wipe down. I apply tire shine on the plastic and then a wipe down to remove the extra residue. We avoid alternators and ECM/PCM. It can take 1-2 hours but we want to the customer to notice the difference in the finished product. We send them BEFORE and AFTER photos of all of our repairs

@fricky172 2 ай бұрын

@@jamram9924 I'm a bit late to the video... only a few minutes in... but was hoping this would be addressed. I need to do some de-greasing and cleaning on my high mileage car to help see if I have an oil or other fluid leak. (Both now and preventative in the future)

@jamram9924 2 ай бұрын

@@fricky172 sometimes I’ll use a pump bottle with very hot water and degreaser. I apply it directly to the areas where the oil is present. If the oil turned into greasy dirt, you may find yourself using a stiff wire brush or putty knife to remove the thick encrusted oily dirt. I’ll use a power washer in areas like the engine block, transmission and engine oil pan to do a final wash and rinse.

@reggierizaev 6 ай бұрын

Of course it nice to see when your mechanic cleaned your engine bay little bit. He had to replace some part , but he also cleaned, so for me this means that he cares. I live in Germany , and I have visited many shops with my previous German car , and no one ever cleaned anything.

@dystopia-usa 6 ай бұрын

Some vehicles are designed/built better than others in terms of keeping stuff out of the engine bay, so it doesn't get dirty/soiled much in the first place at all. My 2022 CX-30 is almost 2 years old now & the engine bay still looks brand new minus a very light coat of dust that I finally wiped off last month without much effort. The Corolla Cross (& regular Corolla) has two giant/open hood gaps above the headlights from the factory with no seal & which allows all sorts of rain/water, dirt, grime & debris into the engine bay. My friend's one year old Corolla Cross looks super dirty/grimy already inside the engine bay & my 2020 Corolla sedan had the same issue. Not sure what Toyota was thinking (other than cutting costs) with those large hood gaps & no seals/weather-liners for U.S. version models on these vehicles (some other global markets did receive the seals/weather-stripping in those areas). Tacky, tacky - and makes you wonder where else they cut little corners to increase profits.

@edjarrett3164 6 ай бұрын

I’ve never used water inside my engine compartments. I’ve used either windex or simple green. They are both great cleaners and degreasers without fuss. With all of the electronics and connectors, you have to be conscious of your cleaning methods. His points are well headed.

@TimberWulfIsHere 8 күн бұрын

Dont use windex ffs.

@georgeof78 6 ай бұрын

Great video. I use to detail cars and luckily never had any issues. Always used a degreaser and pressure washer at a distance. Let the degreaser do the work. But nowadays on my personal vehicles I just try to upkeep the cleanliness so it isn't a big deal. Thanks on the info on touchscreen infotainment systems. I didn't know they could be damaged with certain cleaners. Been using 409 but will definitely be getting touchscreen cleaners.

@healingvizion 6 ай бұрын

We’ve been waiting for this once since you announced it, awesome man, so great!

@user-fh7mz4bx6v 6 ай бұрын

So amazed how professional you are , we’re lacking people like you in this profession (even in France 😂). Those videos are so informative, please keep on doing this. Thanks for the sharing

@user-fh7mz4bx6v 6 ай бұрын

@@phillipbanes5484 sorry my english is not fluent. We have some good mecahnics there but also some really bad... like everywhere i suppose ^^

@phonkyfeel1 5 ай бұрын

even in France….well that just changes EVERYTHING I used to think about France. From this ONE comment. Now I do not think that France is perfect, or that EVERYONE is professional. That’s crazy how I used to think that every single one of you are painters or poets or lovers or skunks..Now I’m just all confused about the fact that France and its people might actually just be as normal as a lot of other people, and not snobby, inflated ego, oblivious, crass, body odor having, pubic hair flaunting croissant eaters. Absolutely crazy. Thanks for the perspective.

@user-fh7mz4bx6v 5 ай бұрын

@@phonkyfeel1 as i said before, my english is not fluent, i didn't mean to say thing this way. Of course every country is not perfect....It is crasy how people are overthinking or reacting.

@user-fh7mz4bx6v 5 ай бұрын

@@phillipbanes5484 as i said i didin't mean that at all. i understand your point and i ll be carefull on it, but please don't assum that all french are arrogant, that's a bit racist...

@user-fh7mz4bx6v 4 ай бұрын

@@phillipbanes5484 got it , thanks for your advice. i'll be carefull on the way i express myself in english. Sadly i think i did a msitake an used some loan traduction that cause this issue

@shojus 6 ай бұрын

Thanks for clarifying this! I always see detailers using a pressure washer on the engine bay and they always say how safe it is! The problem is that they are NOT mechanics and the damage they MAY do wont necessarily be seen for many years. Wash by hand, and take your time...

@michesbianan 6 ай бұрын

While it may seem fast to just rinse down everything with pressure washer, in reality, it takes more time to dry everything. I learned over the years to just use a leaf blower once a month and a simple wipe down with a slightly damp shop towel if necessary. Truth be said, when the plastic covers are clean, that already satisfies each one's itch. At the end of the day, no one is going to look at your engine bay everyday.

@shojus 6 ай бұрын

@@michesbianan 💯

@christopherjoyce9788 6 ай бұрын

It was not that big of a deal before fuel injection and a tone of electric parts. We always pressure washed our engine while running but right after wiper it down. Cars didn’t last nearly as long as they do now. In New England we always had to replace wires but they where a-lot simpler

@shojus 6 ай бұрын

@@christopherjoyce9788 Right, older cars really didn't have many electronics at all, and a little water wouldn't hurt a cast iron engine with good ol' carbs! I miss my 78 Cutlass! 😆

@mervwhitney7229 6 ай бұрын

More useful advice, as expected from this channel. Thank you

@andresj.annunziatas.5769 6 ай бұрын

I been waiting for this video for so long. Thanks so much! blessings

@sircasm6578 6 ай бұрын

I know mechanics always say this but I've been doing it since 1986😅

@muhamadbalaki6918 6 ай бұрын

I'm incredibly grateful for the info you shared! I've used a pressure washer twice on the engine bay of my 2018 Camry XSE V6 since I bought it. Maintenance washes involve wiping down and blowing dust away with compressed air, and so far, no issues at all!

@otarsulava 27 күн бұрын

I always use diesel as a degreaser, do cover fuse box, battery and alternator with a grocery bag and on a spray washer I never push actual trigger for more pressure, just spray it off, keep hood open for a good 15 minutes, carefully wipe out the area with microfiber towel, lastly I use 303 plastic / rubber protector spray as a detailing. I drive my car as delivery as well as for personal use about 35K a year, any weather, keep engine bay clean is a must for me.... Great vid, thanks for sharing 👍

@ericwright1075 6 ай бұрын

Car detailer is a super tip to clean the engine covers. Thanks 🇨🇦👍👍

@hankyhank1652 6 ай бұрын

Mr TCCN is the MAN, the MYTH, the CAR CARE LEGEND!!! Thank you! 👍❤

@davidbrathen2268 6 ай бұрын

Thanks for another video with good tips. I have always only used a rag and water without a high-pressure washer. Did it regularly. Will never be a problem. Ps: Work on some older cars now and then, so that we with old cars feel a bit at home in the videos :) :) I have two that I watch the most. The car care nut and scotty kilmer. Lots of good tips.

@joef108 6 ай бұрын

Another excellent, helpful video- thank you CCN!

@Eric-wg2ls 6 ай бұрын

So appreciate your knowledge and attention to detail in your videos. I'm having trouble finding detailed service/maintenance schedule for my 2018 RAV4 XLE. Currently just over 50k miles and I'm aiming for 300k. Seeking greater details on what needs to be checked, changed, serviced, replaced. Thanks

@frankbiz 6 ай бұрын

Amazing advice that should be taken seriously! Thank you very much for all your advice. The problem is that the people who need it the most don't listen to channels like this one, "which is the best."

@pappamike6231 6 ай бұрын

Under the engine cover is where mouse nest and other debris settle.

@michesbianan 6 ай бұрын

As per Scotty Kilmer pun, just "throw that stupid beauty cover off".

@markjoppa-id5kk 6 ай бұрын

Helpful and informative. I learned many new things. Thank you. Have a wonderful day!

@enoullah7984 5 ай бұрын

Cleaning brand new car engine bay is different thing but cleaning a under use vehicle is a different world all together

@chuckasualty 6 ай бұрын

I've occasionally used lens wipes for glasses on the touch screen in my car and it works quite well.😉

@wolfeadventures 6 ай бұрын

Light pressure/mist on cold engine. Simple Green full strength on grease and oil. Let dwell an hour or two. Drive car after to evaporate water. Once you get a good base clean. The lightest mist to knock dust off is all you need.

@user-vx7vi3vq1c 4 ай бұрын

Yes, Simple Green is amazing stuff.

@tnan123 6 ай бұрын

Really informative. Thanks for the video and especially talking about hybrids as well.

@AlexBAlixir98 6 ай бұрын

Thanks for the tips on this. I only wipe when cleaning the engine bay. I will use the quick detailer next time. I love the results. For the touch screen I use a microfiber rag damped with water.

@eduardosolano8524 6 ай бұрын

thank you so much for the information.

@ismaelcruz3315 6 ай бұрын

I had rat poop on my 2016 Honda Pilot engine cover, and removed the cover and washed it in my bathroom tube. I live in NYC, the Bronx, I guess I am going to charge them rent! LOL.

@tr1bes 7 күн бұрын

They take peanut, nut cheese as payment.

@paulanderson6434 6 ай бұрын

I always enjoy your videos. Thank you for taking the time to make great videos.

@APICSKH 6 ай бұрын

Thank you AMD, God bless you and your family.

@brentsanada6589 6 ай бұрын

Wow another brand new video I can't tell you how helpful these are for those of us who want to own our Toyotas for a lifetime!

@karaobey3085 6 ай бұрын

More Wise advice!! I love all of your videos

@martinlugus5499 6 ай бұрын

The personal cleaning demonstration was very helpful - common sense prevails.

@MrGunner945 6 ай бұрын

thank you for always providing sound and very informative advice!

@ChefS.Keller 6 ай бұрын

I’ve been waiting for this!

@jimkalfakis9893 6 ай бұрын

I’ve had great results using a cheap, low powered electric pressure washer, like the $70 harbor freight one. I spray with a dollar store degreaser like Totally Awesome. I large paint brush to loosen the dirt. Then rinse with the pressure washer. I start in the morning and I leave the hood open all day and night. Perfect every time and never a problem. 2018 Camry 2.5

@ryans413 6 ай бұрын

The thing with a pressure washer is to stand back from the car when spraying the engine. I believe people have issues because they are spraying there engines standing right next to them and they probably don’t keep the water moving that’s important to. I stand a good 2 to 3 feet back from my car when spraying the engine and I keep the water moving in a zig zag motion. I don’t just stand there with the pressure washer and spray one area.

@jonwinship9099 6 ай бұрын

Right on brother!

@JayDee-xj9lu 3 ай бұрын

Good advice. You can put your hand in front of a pressure sprayer at least 1 to 2 feet away and it loses it's energy quickly and only rinses.

@antpart7998 2 ай бұрын

You can reduce its pressure at the tip by using a wider angle spray tip

@jhorton4329 6 ай бұрын

Thank you for the great, informative videos! I am a big Toyota and Honda fan. I operate a car wash and attempt to provide guidance to customers when i see them preparing to wash their engine bays. The water pressure at the exit of our pumps is 1450 psi! In bay, the water pressure at the tip is about 1300 psi, high enough to cut a finger off. We also use professional strength Dawn to degrease our bays. It works great and is not aggressive on paint.

@wardroland270 6 ай бұрын

Thanks AMD. Great job. Good info. Excellent advice. God bless. Happy trails.

@brb1050 6 ай бұрын

Happy Thanksgiving! Thank you for all your tips and advice, you are a blessing to all of us.

@Cripleclarence_1948 6 ай бұрын

I normally go over mine with Tub 'O Towel wipes but I'm going to try some waterless car wash soap and microfiber towels next.

@rightlanehog3151 6 ай бұрын

AMD, You have had 2 Million requests for this engine cleaning video in the Comments section so I hope you get 2 Million views. 😉🤣

@saadhanna9033 5 ай бұрын

thank you so much for educating us about car caring

@johnduong2710 6 ай бұрын

I have been waiting for this video for so long. Thanks so much.

@JamesSusanka 6 ай бұрын

I was going to suggest using a car detailer on the engine bay lol. You can also clean the underside of the hood and clean all the seals. keeping the seals clean around the hood I have found through the years really helps keep the engine bay clean.

@marouaneahdadouch7219 6 ай бұрын

You’d make a great instructor if you decide to become one in the future

@underdog2594 6 ай бұрын

Thank you! I've been looking forward to this one.

@bryantwhitis6446 6 ай бұрын

Agree 100% I couldn't say this any better. Very delicate parts in your engine compartment.

@jorgecardona4901 6 ай бұрын

I agree… I maintained my wife’s 2018 Camry from new and almost 6 years later the engine bay looks like new

@rayRay-pw6gz 6 ай бұрын

2018 Camry also. Early summer i use dish soap with a lot of water at low volume to remove salt. Then run the car to heat up the engine . Then wet towel to clean the top covers and painted areas. Works great .

@Unit55SGT 6 ай бұрын

I've been waiting for this!!!

@joedeltoro2408 5 ай бұрын

Excellent advice! Clean your engine compartment exactly the way he showed us and if anything malfunctions you will have a clean conscience knowing you didn’t cause any problems. Clean the exterior and interior too your heart’s content but if it ain’t broke don’t fix it! Leave the car hood closed!!!

@lorv8628 6 ай бұрын

I'm a huge fan! I'm 71 and like to be as hands-on as possible in life. I have 2024 Camry Hybrid. May I suggest doing a video where you suggest/instruct non-car people - those of us who can't get underneath their cars - how to do the simpler tasks?

@johnsee7269 6 ай бұрын

I just wipe things off with shop towels type paper towels. I use armor all cleaner but that's obviously not the only one that one can use... A damp (water) paint brush cleans areas that are hard to get at. Good demo.

@user-oy4cz9uo3n 6 ай бұрын

Once again, sound advice from someone who deals with engines every day. Thank you :)

@JoshJecklinDetailing 18 күн бұрын

You’re absolutely right about the cavity with the ignition coils. The first time I ever tried washing my an engine bay professionally. I was very careful and used low pressure water. I wrecked my ignition coils. My chevy sonic ectec engine has the coils on the very top of the engine sunken into a cavity and the day after I washed my engine bay one of the coils failed.

@jaguilar11009 5 күн бұрын

Thanks for all your help 😊

@Esteban_Herrera 6 ай бұрын

Great video. Not cleaning a hot engine is a good tip. Sealed areas will create a vacuum when cooled and suck water in. Anyone familiar with canning will know what I mean. One thing not mentioned in this video is how to clean the hood insulation. I never had a problem with cleaning it. I dribble water through it like a giant tea bag till the water flows out clean. Let all the water drain out before closing the hood. The fibers in the insulation don't hold water themselves so it will dry pretty fast. Don't close the hood right after getting the insulation wet because it's weight will cause it to sag.

@user-sj5yu1ot3o 6 ай бұрын

Re: " Not cleaning a hot engine is a good tip" This is BS. Driving through a large puddle with a hot engine is no different. The exhaust manifolds, heads, etc will be soaked.

@robob221 3 ай бұрын

@@user-sj5yu1ot3othere is a difference between a puddle and drenching your engine block with cold tap water. I warped my 2021 Tacoma rotors from aggressive driving then blowing through a small stream multiple times.

@ChristineKenyon 6 ай бұрын

I am very conscious of my 4Runner’s condition, and first use a very soft dust pan brush to get most of the dust off my engine components, and then move on to other means as necessary. Works great! Thx so much for your great videos, and for your spiritual sign off 😊

@TheMrBennito 6 ай бұрын

It hasn't taken me very long, watching & listening to AMD. Always follow his advice.

@MartinShupe-bu6tb 5 ай бұрын

Great info Plain & very simple! Nice job!

@ohmyonionpie 5 ай бұрын

totally agree with you, i just spray a towel with a general cleaner(quick detail spray) and wipe everything down, works great and zero water so no worries.

@aprillovesgolf7042 Ай бұрын

Me too. I can spend hours on the initial cleaning, but monthly, bi-monthly, it's just a dust wipe down. I love old cars.

@Eolafan1008 6 ай бұрын

I never use high pressure water to clean my ES350 engine compartment but rather I use a damp shop towel or rag (sometimes with a bit of 409 type cleaner on it) to wipe down the exposure surfaces when I am checking fluid levels etc or when things begin to get obviously dirty/dusty/grimy…and this practice keeps the engine bay clean enough for even this admittedly anal retentive/almost OCD clean nut (on my very first car…a 1962 VW Beetle…I would go as far as to clean the inside of my hub caps!).

@Bioislife7 Ай бұрын

This is a very helpful video. I appreciate all the details that you did. The example of using body cleaner or waterless car wash spray is genius!

@eliasmartinez3127 2 ай бұрын

Thanks for sharing the true way to clean the engine bay..

@emiliog.4432 6 ай бұрын

I’ll clean the engine bay maybe once a year but more importantly, I replace fasteners that are starting to rust. Good information here as always. The engine bay gets dusty and dirty very quickly so I just hand clean with a hand pump sprayer. I like Oil Eater spray. Doesn’t affect metals or plastics. 1:2 dilution. Distllled water.

@markm0000 6 ай бұрын

I suggest using fluid film with a applicator every season. Eventually it builds up thick and you just have to touch up once in a while. People think it’s just for underneath but you can spray it anywhere and all over anything. It stops rust and makes the plastic shiny.

@61espo 6 ай бұрын

I do the same with fasteners! I replace any that are starting to rust. I also keep the peppermint cans fastened in the engine bay also….They keep the mice, rats and squirrels from Chewing wires. The peppermint works great.

@ADUSN 6 ай бұрын

@@markm0000 Coating an engine bay in oil, what could go wrong lmao

@markm0000 6 ай бұрын

@@ADUSN The coating just boils off areas that get hot. The problem is when you have a lot of oil dripping out the valve covers right onto the exhaust while the car is driving up a hill with high EGTs. That’s when it becomes a fire hazard and the oil combusts.

@markm0000 6 ай бұрын

@@ADUSN Oil temps reach 250f max? Set your oven at that temp and put a pan full of thin cooking oil in there. It will not catch on fire, it just boils off. Same thing here.

@4x4gear33 6 ай бұрын

The Car Care Nut: Damn it internet, "I am a car mechanic; I am not a detailer."

@americanpatriot2422 4 ай бұрын

Outstanding video and presentation

@Phantom.1 6 ай бұрын

You’re a likable guy! Great channel!

@kovie9162 6 ай бұрын

I find that keeping an engine bay and really all exterior parts of the car fairly clean isn't just about esthetics, but also rust prevention, and because it makes working on the car and figuring out what's wrong with it easier and simpler, and more pleasant. No need to go crazy but once or twice a year, like spring and fall, isn't such a bad idea, so long as you're careful. You can spot leaks, cracks, frayed wires, etc., much easier if things aren't coated in dust, grime, crud and so on. But yeah, it also looks nicer.

@kovie9162 6 ай бұрын

@@efil4kizum Heh, I suppose, but only in the same way that a leaky exhaust keeps you from hearing how your wheel bearings are shot.

@maxscriptguru 6 ай бұрын

This video should definitely be one of the most important videos on your channel.

@Thankyou_3 6 ай бұрын

Thanks AMD, awesome video.

@CCobraProductions 4 ай бұрын

Excellent video...very timely and valuable advice.

@johnneilson377 6 ай бұрын

I have a 1992 Chrysler and have always kept a clean engine. After a service at my mx provider I'll always get a "thank you" for my efforts and I think one gets a bit better service when the tech works on a clean engine. The car has 196K on the clock. Decades ago I started using WD40 as my cleaning/protecting agent, mainly because the car was my daily driver and I lived in Chicago where fighting rust is a battle that never ends. These days I generally deep clean the engine bay once annually: I cover the distributor with a plastic bag, spray the engine liberally with "Super Soap" (which comes out of the spray wand at very low pressure) and let it sit for a few minutes, then rinse with the Spot-Free water rinse (which is also low pressure). After getting the car home I'll do a very light spray of WD40 to areas I can access and then wipe down all exposed surfaces. I've read commenters cautions about the evils of WD40 but for me in this application it does just fine- no problems with belts or hoses and so on. I also think the silicone is beneficial to the plastics and aging plastic that's getting brittle is the bane of any older automobiles. After seeing this video I will start bagging the alternator as well, but my attitude has always been that car engines are designed to operate when wet from road spray, so a light rinse won't destroy an engine's operation.

@norakat 6 ай бұрын

Maybe you just got lucky.

@drincogni 6 ай бұрын

Its a good thing friend, your car is pre OBD2 ,PRE ECU everywhere trying these on newer car is not as easy.Modern cars are engineered to fail after X years plain n simple.

@johnneilson377 6 ай бұрын

I used the same technique on a 2012 Sentra I bought new and had no issues until 169K when the CVT failed. But I suspect the xsmn failure wasn't related to my use of WD40. On the Sentra I did bag the ECM before and cleaning, though. I agree with your comment that modern cars are built to crumble in 10 years or fewer.@@drincogni

@johnneilson377 6 ай бұрын

Possibly. Dunno.@@norakat

@johnlopez4089 6 ай бұрын

The WD in WD40 stands for water displacement.

@4runner4ever83 6 ай бұрын

I spray the engine bay with water after every snow fall and the road is dry to get rid of the accumulated salt while the engine is cold. So far, never had an issue with connectors.

@chowronald6649 3 ай бұрын

Thank you for your video👏👏Very professional and detail👍

@ZONIAN955 2 ай бұрын

On my older 1995 Dakota 5.2 Sport I use what I learned from a neighbor on his 5.0 mid production Mustang with it’s brand new looking engine bay. A hand spray down with Original 409 cleaner, wait ten minutes, then garden hose spray gun on spray setting. Because of all the connectors and deep spark plug tubes in my 2021 Tacoma Sport TRD I will be subscribing to your hand spray detailer micro fiber wipe down instead. Good video. Thanks.