At Audi Massapequa we want you to know that cleaning your car's engine is something that should be done fairly regularly, about once or twice a year. Ultimately, cleaning the engine compartment basically amounts to degreasing. Doing this can help keep your engine in great condition for years to come.
The first step in cleaning the engine is preparation. Let it cool down for about 20 minutes. After that, remove the negative terminal from the battery. Temporarily taking plastic covers off can be helpful, too. Finally, make sure that any problematic electrical parts are safely covered before applying chemicals.
Next, spray the engine with a degreaser. Use a synthetic brush to help clean the engine parts. Rinse everything with water, either from a hose or a pressure washer. Finally, make sure that it's dry before returning the other components that were removed for convenience and safety. Cleaning the engine is just good maintenance at the end of the day.