Car engine wash (Focus Turnier 1)

Over time, oil, dust and insects turn into an unsightly layer of dirt in the engine compartment of your Focus, which not only covers the engine and other parts, but can significantly reduce the power of the radiator. Thus, washing the engine solves not only aesthetic problems, but also technical ones. A dirty radiator grille can lead to overheating of the engine and, consequently, to its serious damage. In addition, the past winter does not pass without a trace for the units under the hood. Let it become your habit to start your spring cleaning with a thorough engine wash.

Old salt crusts accelerate corrosion

Salt not only successfully defeats ice and snow, but also the interior of your Focus. Salt penetrates deep into the engine compartment through cracks and shafts and is deposited on the radiator, body folds and edges, as well as on wire harnesses, electric drives and plug connections. In addition, salt crusts bind moisture and facilitate the development of corrosion. Engine washing can only be carried out in places where there is an oil separator. It is best to do this yourself at a self-service car wash or on a car wash platform, or entrust this work to a specialized workshop. After washing the engine, check that the components under the hood (throttle and clutch cable, servo motors, steering lever, etc.) are not running dry. Wherever you see a lack of oil or grease on moving components, add oil from an oiler or apply a sufficient amount of grease.

Stages of work

The engine must be as cold as possible, otherwise the engine cleaner will evaporate before it can do its job.

Turn off the engine and ignition.

Cover sensitive components such as ignition, generator and fuel system with rags or plastic bags. Otherwise, ignition and on-board electrical system malfunctions will be programmed.

Start by washing the inside of the hood. Soften the dirt with plenty of water, then wash with a sponge and shampoo and rinse again with water. Don't forget the edges of the double profiles, there are always nests of dirt there.

Wash the radiator grille with plenty of water from the engine side outwards. First, pour a protein-dissolving agent (such as dishwashing liquid) over the insect remnants and wash the engine compartment side as well. Be careful: do not treat the radiator grille with hard brushes - deformed fins reduce the cooling capacity.

Spray water into the engine compartment in all joints, supports and exposed areas.

Pour cold cleaning agent on heavily soiled engine and engine compartment parts. After a while, rinse it off with a strong stream of water.

Carefully dry the engine bay, engine, and all ancillary components with compressed air. Self-service car washes or approved car wash areas often have compressed air equipment. They also rent compressed air guns.



Wash the engine compartment with a hose.

Protective varnish for engine

Immediately after washing, think about the next engine wash and therefore seal the engine, including the peripheral units, with a particularly heat-resistant protective varnish. The subsequent film of dirt will certainly stick less intensely than the one just removed. For the rest of the engine compartment, a preservative spray or preservative wax is sufficient.