CARS.COM — A clean engine compartment makes a used car look newer and better maintained. Some shops that perform engine cleaning services claim a clean engine even runs a little cooler because ...

I have a 1984 Nissan pickup with only 64,000 miles. It runs great, but the engine is so dirty that I am embarrassed to have it worked on. How should an engine be cleaned? Is steam cleaning appropriate ...

We'd be reluctant to steam clean a car's engine - it's asking for trouble with the electronics. If you're going to do it, pay a professional car valeter. Alternatively, products like Autoglym's engine ...

Steam cleaning an engine is a safe procedure assuming it is done with care by an experienced professional and can give excellent results.

Car owners are often divided on whether washing the engine is a good idea or a risky move. For some, a clean engine bay is a ...