With the increase in the penetration rate of automobiles, more and more car owners, especially female drivers, are paying more and more attention to car maintenance, and many of them are almost demanding about engine cleanliness. However, a recent reminder about how to clean the engine has attracted widespread attention, pointing out that the common practice of wiping the engine with a towel is actually a safety hazard.
It is understood that many car owners habitually choose dry towels to wipe when they find dust on the surface of the engine, but they do not know that there is a huge risk hidden behind this seemingly harmless action. Towels are highly susceptible to static electricity during friction, which can be a source of ignition for delicate engine components such as throttle valves, which can lead to serious consequences. According to auto maintenance experts, electrostatic sparks can cause short circuits or other accidents inside the engine, so it is strictly forbidden to wipe the engine with a towel.
What's the right thing to do? First of all, you should choose a brush that is soft and less prone to static electricity and clean it after the engine has cooled down completely. It is important to note that it is not advisable to clean immediately after stopping the vehicle, as it may not only lead to burns, but also sudden cooling in high temperatures may have a negative effect on the engine. After cleaning, it is also necessary to carefully inspect hard-to-reach corners to avoid problems such as short circuits caused by residual dust. At the same time, it is important to remember that the engine should be cleaned without direct water or wet towels, but should be swept with a dry brush to avoid moisture entering the electrical system and causing failure.
In fact, it is not wise to over-focus on engine cleanliness. Data shows that frequent, inappropriate cleaning can accelerate component wear and shorten engine life. As we know in our daily lives, a moderate amount of "dust" does not have a substantial impact on the operation of machinery, and excessive cleaning can lead to the destruction of the protective layer, exposing otherwise protected components to potential damage.
Here, we call on the majority of car owners, especially some female car owners who are keen to keep the environment in the car clean and tidy, to treat car maintenance rationally, and it is very important to understand and master scientific maintenance methods. In daily maintenance, in addition to acquiring knowledge by reading professional materials, you can also actively participate in various car maintenance forums and community discussions, share your maintenance experience and experience, and jointly improve the knowledge level and practical ability of car maintenance.
In short, as the heart of the car, the engine must be maintained in accordance with scientific laws, and any seemingly minor improper operation may have a negative impact on its performance and life. Let's advocate the correct and scientific concept of car maintenance, start from bit by bit, and provide the most appropriate care for your car. Readers are welcome to share their car maintenance experience and insights in the comment area, and jointly ** how to care for our cars in a more scientific way, and we will continue to delve into more topics of ** car maintenance in the next issue, so stay tuned!