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Old Mar 23, 2015 | 09:30 AM
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I have a 2013 Q5 and would like to have the engine bay cleaned. I don't want to go to the Dealer. Has anyone done this before and what tips can you offer?

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Old Mar 24, 2015 | 03:43 PM
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Avoid direct hose spray pressure around electrical connectors, etc. An open end hose is good to provide water where you want it without excessive pressure. This, with a rag, or long bristled soft brush, and a bucket with car wash detergent is good for removing dirt film.

I like a wiping with P21S Total Auto Wash sprayed onto a clean, damp rag for final step.
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Originally Posted by Paul902
Avoid direct hose spray pressure around electrical connectors, etc. An open end hose is good to provide water where you want it without excessive pressure. This, with a rag, or long bristled soft brush, and a bucket with car wash detergent is good for removing dirt film.

I like a wiping with P21S Total Auto Wash sprayed onto a clean, damp rag for final step.

Thanks Paul.. I will give this a shot.
Old Mar 30, 2015 | 03:34 PM
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Default Re: engine bay cleaning

Finally cleaned the engine bay today. Just used hose pressure and it looks brand spanking new.

used AutoGlym engine cleaner product followed by vinyl care (as recommended by the manufacturer) and very thrilled with the final result.



Originally Posted by Paul902
Avoid direct hose spray pressure around electrical connectors, etc. An open end hose is good to provide water where you want it without excessive pressure. This, with a rag, or long bristled soft brush, and a bucket with car wash detergent is good for removing dirt film.

I like a wiping with P21S Total Auto Wash sprayed onto a clean, damp rag for final step.
Old Apr 6, 2015 | 10:15 PM
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Default Re: engine bay cleaning

PICSSSSSS...I want to see the results !!! thanks and congrats !!!
Old Apr 13, 2015 | 10:37 AM
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Originally Posted by Jay337
PICSSSSSS...I want to see the results !!! thanks and congrats !!!
not quite sure how to post the pics.. It keeps asking me for a URL... which I don't have.
Old Apr 13, 2015 | 11:09 AM
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here are a couple of pics
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Old Apr 13, 2015 | 11:12 AM
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got carried away.. ended up cleaning my wife's car - 2008 Yaris... that has never had the engine bay cleaned in the last 7 yrs
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Ha! Looks like the detailing bug has bitten another unsuspecting victim! Looks great.
Old Apr 23, 2015 | 09:18 PM
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I was inspired by this thread to tackle my engine compartment. Put a
together and posted the link on my blog in the event anyone is interested.
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