WATERLESS ENGINE BAY CLEAN | My Quick Routine

[@peterowen4456]

I can't be the only person who shudders when you see people jet washing the engine bay. This is the sensible way forward. I might give it ago myself. Great video as always.

[@AutoCareHQ]

Thanks Peter! Yeah I think when it’s not super dirty and I’m not going for total perfection then waterless seems like the better option, definitely faster as well

[@SparkleanAutos]

You got good results Heather, thankfully it wasn't too bad, shows you stay on top of it. Does amaze me how many people are afraid of using a pressure washer in the engine bay! At the end of the day, so long as your not being an idiot and holding the pressure within a few inches of crucial areas, it's absolutely fine! This rinseless wash was absolutely fine for the little dirt there was under your bonnet though 😁👍🏼

[@AutoCareHQ]

Cheers Mark! I have always been a bit nervous of giving the engine bay a blast if I’m honest even though it’s safe, I’m just a worrier 😂 at least it’s forced me into giving it a once over reasonably frequently so it doesn’t need it haha!

[@SparkleanAutos]

@@AutoCareHQ well you've just proven that if you keep on top of it, it's a much easier process!

[@mikeoxley6303]

Awesome job heather

[@pahhaw4251]

I also sometimes use my air compressor to help blow sand, debris out of tight spaces before introducing liquids. LOVE that HUGE soft bristled brush!

[@paulcraddock2196]

Once again a superb video and love the different technique that I will try as do not I the thought of jet washing all my electronics.Your vids are fantastically informative and great.

[@斗宅-e6l]

Hello! What is the ratio of Bilt Hamber Surfex HD product you use to mix with water? I am from Taiwan and I accidentally saw your car washing videos. I feel very enjoyable and happy watching your car washing videos.

[@jcoul1sc]

Try vacuuming the dust away. Quick wipe then protect. Works great

[@steverabbits]

I'm sold! I want to do mine NOW

[@johnparkerzabala]

Very indeed relaxing. How many hours did it take you?

[@neilgraves5069]

I used GT decon shampoo in a spray bottle and brushes . It worked brilliantly it god rid of oil stains as well . Love your videos Heather . Keep up the great work for us enthusiasts . 🫶

[@TexLfc]

Great video Heather will give this a try at the weekend

[@clewis5220]

Great video, have you used a steam cleaner for engine bay cleaning as others on you tube have?

[@stuartmatthews6286]

Only seen a few of your videos but I find you to the point and informative , good job and good luck in the future , keep it up .

[@AutoCareHQ]

Thanks very much!

[@sixtysecondsofstephens2386]

Great job, nice to see what you can achieve without a pressure washer in the engine bay.

[@AutoCareHQ]

Thank you!

[@philbloomer1]

One of the best methods I've seen, it will need to be called the auto care HQ method or the Heather method. Seriously though this now gives me the confidence to do an engine bay using this technique, always been concerned using a jet washer in an engine bay to clean it. Just need to order some surfex as I'm nearly out, thanks for the reminder lol. You are by far one of the best creators out there in my view, brilliant, just brilliant!!!

[@AutoCareHQ]

Thanks so much Phil I really appreciate that 😊 I’ve always been worried about using a jet washer on the engine too, plus it’s probably not all that necessary if it’s not too dirty! Haha, I’ve always got to have some surfex on the shelf as well 😂

[@senthilkumar-mc2ui]

Small section at a time wipe off the residue move on to the next section does the trick. Nice & useful as always.

[@AutoCareHQ]

Thanks for watching!

[@neilheppenstall2302]

Another great video. Think I'll be giving it a go this weekend.

[@AutoCareHQ]

Thanks for watching!

[@Mogsy28uk]

great job, i have the same issue, before putting the Outback in for a service, car has got to be clean and tidy -- AM Dress is what i have found to be the best for all plastics, but in particular the engine bay and smells great 🥥🥥

[@dirkstellmacher423]

Well done.

[@Just_Bald_Chris]

I love a good engine clean - Always do mine in a very similar process to you.

[@AutoCareHQ]

Thanks for watching 😊

[@weriesblack1375]

Question with it being degreaser and not washed off doesnt it damage the plastics and paint usualy you rinse it off to protect paint and stuff?

[@shinychariotdetailing9707]

Nice job Heather great work.

[@AutoCareHQ]

Thanks very much!

[@samme5513]

Awesome job looks fantastic loved it and thank you for sharing

[@AutoCareHQ]

Thank you very much for watching!

[@samme5513]

@@AutoCareHQ you're most welcome

[@markcook149]

Great video again, this is exactly how I clean my engine bay too.

[@AutoCareHQ]

Thanks very much! 😊

[@craigord]

Nice quick freshen up 👍🏻 I’ve never done it but I suppose you could have a water filled pump sprayer (or similar) if you wanted to give it a rinse without even needing a hose?

[@johnbrown3951]

Really enjoyed the video. That is pretty much the same method I use. I use a degreaser and then Auto Finesse Dressle plastic dressing. For the exposed paintwork in the engine bay and door shuts I use Auto Finesse Triple which adds shine and water repellency.

[@AutoCareHQ]

Thanks very much for watching! I’ve not tried those two products yet but I’ve heard really good things 😊

[@nap250]

I'm inspired to do my engine bay now

[@AutoCareHQ]

It's decent weather for it!

[@leriksenbendigo]

My engine bay is currently pretty clean, I was going to do a wet detail but might try this. I've done light detailing on 2 other of my cars with Autoglym Vinyl and Rubber as the detail finish, and I love its finish. Unfortunately we can't get Squid Ink products in Australia yet.

[@RoadToDetailing]

Great video Heather, as always! 🙌 Engine bay came up nice! I use the same method as well! Looking forward to the next one 😉

[@AutoCareHQ]

Thanks very much for watching! 😊

[@joeyphillips2423]

Nice job kid-o keep up the good work

[@AutoCareHQ]

Thanks!

[@foxsake_]

I always use this technique. And do a top every month. I wud suggest to always be wary of raised bolts and straight flat edges of panels - the amount of times ive stubbed my fingers 😭

[@AutoCareHQ]

Oh god I can imagine that being painful!

[@tmphotography8443]

I'm with you on the servicing thing . Both our new cars have well dressed engines , my 16 yr old Mitsubishi is cleaner than both of em under there. Also a clean engine is good should you get any leaks making it easier to find em . Good video though

[@AutoCareHQ]

Thank you for watching! Yeah i do always feel a lot better taking it to a garage when it’s clean!

[@jamesbalsai8752]

You can just use diluted Solution of SimpleGreen to do the job. Brush not necessary unless you have excessive dirt buildup

[@1stfrompuertorico568]

I also use Bilt Hamber Surfex HD for engine bay on 10% dilution and to kill its residue or for the residue not to reactivate with water, just use ONR.

[@dsvillalva]

The beauty of my Tesla Model 3: no engine bay

[@gillywash1487]

How courteous of you to clean it before a service wouldn’t want those guys getting dirty 😂 Came up nice, it’s good to keep on top of it so that’s all it needs isn’t it rather than it being a big messy job 👍🏼

[@AutoCareHQ]

Both times I’ve had it serviced they commented that the car looks clean so I feel like I can’t let them down 😂

[@斗宅-e6l]

Hello! What is the ratio of Bilt Hamber Surfex HD product you use to mix with water? I am from Taiwan and I accidentally saw your car washing videos. I feel very enjoyable and happy watching your car washing videos.

[@humbledgentileimage4448]

Think I’ll give this a go, thank you for the guide. I’m not jet washing my engine bay😂

[@AutoCareHQ]

Thanks for watching!

[@humbledgentileimage4448]

Followed this process in my engine bay today. What a result! Started off with my air blower which was very effective in getting rid of the loose stuff. Then brushes, microfibres and good old Surfex HD. Really pleased with the results, only took an hour and was a very satisfying process. Thank you!

[@AutoCareHQ]

That’s brill, I’m really glad to hear it!

[@ilikechickensausages2075]

I vacuum my engine bay, Got a weird look from the postman when he came into the garage once. Just FYI with your engine bay cover be careful with APC, My sister in law has a 2019 CX5 and the service guy's Got oil all over it so i tried to clean it off and the APC took some of the plastic off. I had to buy her another One set me back $400.

[@AutoCareHQ]

Hahaha I bet my neighbours were judging me as well 😂 thanks for letting me know too!

[@Chris_8270]

I don't why people are scared to clean engine bays especially with newer cars. Just cover any ecus and alternators, it'll be grand

[@markusdahmann4107]

I prefer wearing gloves at any time. Those engine bays are crowded with edges, sharp screws and I tend to wreck my hands ...