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madman118
Posts: 13
Joined: 20 March 2012
Year and Model: 1999 V70
Location: Sacramento, CA

Engine Cleaning

Post by madman118 »

I have a 99 V70. Id like to clean out the engine bay a bit but I don't want to get crazy spraying something in there and damage something sensitive. What is the suggested method for cleaning out the engine and engine bay areas?
To do list:
Subframe/Control arms-Done
PCV replacement-Done
Alternator-Done
Stupid stalling issue-Next
ABS module-Next
Stupid hood latch
Small cosmetic fixes

vjaneczko
Posts: 1550
Joined: 27 March 2006
Year and Model: 2006 S60R
Location: San Antonio, TX
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Post by vjaneczko »

I've used a can of engine cleaner from AutoZone on my '97 and it was simple & easy. Just cover the sensitive electrical parts as explained on the side of the can and you'll be fine. You can review this post: https://www.matthewsvolvosite.com/forums ... 29&t=31615

Or, you can get a cup of baking soda and a toothbrush . . . :)
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janepaul
Posts: 5
Joined: 22 March 2012
Year and Model: 2012 volvo s60
Location: denver

Post by janepaul »

read the info you posted...it would help me a lot...

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