help with cleaning engine
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From: phoenix, az
help with cleaning engine
is there anything wrong with pressure cleaning a diesel engine? should it be done with or without the engine running, and should anything be covered? thank you
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Check your Diesel Supplement to the Owners Manual. Here is what is posted for 2004.
Engines are more efficient when they are clean because grease and dirt
buildup keep the engine warmer than normal. When washing:
buildup keep the engine warmer than normal. When washing:
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Take care when using a power washer to clean the engine. The
high-pressure fluid could penetrate the sealed parts and cause
damage.
high-pressure fluid could penetrate the sealed parts and cause
damage.
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Do not spray a hot engine with cold water to avoid cracking the
engine block or other engine components.
engine block or other engine components.
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Spray Motorcraft Engine Shampoo and Degreaser (ZC-20) on all parts
that require cleaning and pressure rinse clean.
that require cleaning and pressure rinse clean.
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Never wash or rinse the engine while it is running; water in the
running engine may cause internal damage.
running engine may cause internal damage.
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Cover the highlighted areas to prevent water damage when cleaning
the engine.
the engine.
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From: PHOENIX
So no pressure washer and engine should be cool.
I wash mine in the driveway. I spray some simple green on the parts that look oily(intake hose connections) and hose it off. If you have a pressure washer at home you can use it to squirt the block and tranny, just stay away from electrical components, intake, and other sensitive areas. I use my neighbors cuz he's an auto detailer and has a nice one.
steve
I wash mine in the driveway. I spray some simple green on the parts that look oily(intake hose connections) and hose it off. If you have a pressure washer at home you can use it to squirt the block and tranny, just stay away from electrical components, intake, and other sensitive areas. I use my neighbors cuz he's an auto detailer and has a nice one.
steve
