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dvsx
05-12-2009, 12:22 PM
just found my car this afternoon with the oil cap gone and oil everywhere (duno what happened) in my engine bay. just wondering how do i go about cleaning it? and also theres oil on my front bumper n stuff, is it bad for the paint if i leave it there for a day? cos i gtg stereosonic lol thanks in advance

imratedpg
05-12-2009, 12:25 PM
unplug the dizzy plugs and use degreaser

grifty
05-12-2009, 01:03 PM
yeah just use a few cans of degreaser, leave it to soak for about 5 mins, come back and wash it of with a hose and you should be all sweet.

DLO01
05-12-2009, 02:50 PM
Agreed! As above. Make sure you cover up any exposed air filters, dizzy etc before washing off with water. Make sure you start the engine and run warm.