How do you clean corrosion off a car's engine?

Answer by  jwalk (389)

Corrosion can be removed by using engine degreaser or a spray carburetor cleaner, followed by a low pressure power wash, usually accessible at self-service car washes.

Answer by  mdjames26 (533)

The answer depends on how much corrision there is. One thing to try is to get a degreaser and spray it on the engine and then rub it with steel-wool.

Answer by  Amber40 (24961)

That will really depend on what type of metal it is. Engines components can be made from a variety of metals. Look at you local autoparts store to find metal specific cleaners.

Answer by  rookie105 (823)

to clean up the engine in general use a pressure washer that will remhe grease and grime, if the engine is "corroded" you might have to use a wire wheel or hand brush it clean

Answer by  ijlalnoor (2656)

Go and buy a degreaser and spray it on the corrosion. If the corrosion is not a lot, you will be able to get it off easily.

Answer by  japratt (1687)

You will need to clean your corrosion off the car very carefully. You can clean this with using specific cleaning materials.