2006 Scion xB cleaning engine with pressure washer

2006 SCION XB
18,000 MILES • 4 CYL • FWD • MANUAL
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XLR8TR
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I need to know if I need to cover any engine component before pressure washing the engine.I'm probably going to spray some degreaser also.
Apr 16, 2009 at 1:37 AM
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MHPAUTOS
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Hi there,

You will be ok to wash the engine as long as you don't point the nozzle directly at any conection, they have water proof seals in the connectors, but close up high pressure is a bit of a no no.

mark (mhpautos)
Apr 16, 2009 at 2:14 AM
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