Ok - is that what it is called? I did a search and found nothing. I would like to clean under the hood - any hints/tips on how to do this? Maybe it is not a DIY job - completely ignorant about it - help please.

 

After I fixed the valve cover leak I used Gunk Engine Cleaner on the oily places. (warm engine) Success! For the rest I use Simple Green or something similar and a soft brush. I removed the belly pan so I have to wash the engine bay frequently. After you get it clean, wipe it down after every wash, it's easier to keep it clean than clean it after it gets gross.

Les

 

I use a 50% Simple Green mix and a soft brush. It's as effective as Gunk (I used that for years) but easier on the rubber and plastic bits. Not to mention the environment.

Removing the belly pan is a good idea.

Warm (not hot) engine.
Remove engine cover.
plastic bag and rubber band over intake/MAF.
Spray everywhere you can.
Let sit for 10 minutes.
Mist with water. Spray again.
Wait 5 minutes.
Scrub Everything you can.
Rinse with soft to medium stream of garden hose water. NEVER with a pressure washer.
Rinse again.
Blow and pat dry.

For other tricks and tips, check out the "How to detail..." thread.

https://www.crossfireforum.org/forum...crossfire.html

Have fun!