How to Clean a Dirty Truck Engine

Truck engine parts are cramped close together. The cramped quarters can trap dirt and dust and affect engine performance. The dirt can also accumulate on hose and cause them to crack over time. This article will instruct you on how to clean a dirty truck engine.

How To Clean A Dirty Truck Engine

1. Park your truck so the front faces the sun and open the hood.




2. Cover the fuse box, distributor, and carburetor with aluminum foil.




3. Spray the entire engine with half a bottle of Simple Green. Make sure the bottle is on spray on the nozzle.




4. Let the Simple Green sit for 10 minutes. The Simple Green is a degreaser and will take some time to penetrate through the grease.




5. Turn on the garden hose and wash off the engine. Do not use a pressure spray nozzle.




6. Leave the hood and allow the engine to dry for up to 2 hours.