Things You'll Need:
- High-powered steam cleaner with wand attachment
- Water
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Step 1
Prepare the steam cleaner. Add the appropriate amount of water and turn on the steam cleaner, giving it time to heat the water sufficiently.
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Step 2
Prepare your car. Open the hood and remove any leaves or other large pieces of debris that could interfere with your work. Take plastic bags and rubber bands or plastic wrap to cover wires, spark plugs, sensors, the distributor and all electrical work.
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Step 3
Begin steam cleaning. Once the water is heated, you can begin cleaning. Start from the top of the engine and work your way down, letting the dirty water and steam drip downward. Use the wand attachment to clean in all the small difficult areas.
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Step 4
Immediately remove the plastic protectors from the sensitive parts. Leave the hood open, and allow for several hours to let the engine dry completely.
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Step 5
Start the engine to make sure you haven't damaged any parts. Close the hood and drive as you normally would.












