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Old Feb 26, 2012 | 08:09 AM
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My engine has more grime than I like on it and I want to clean it. Are the engine degreasers that come in the spray can safe to use on the 5.2 engine (2008 S8). I have used them on other cars in the past with no issues. This is such a beautiful engine I just want to make sure I don't do anything to hurt it. I had planned to use the degreaser and a light brush to get it back to new looking.

What do people here use.

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Kris
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Old Feb 26, 2012 | 09:08 AM
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Generally that is what car detailer's use. Unfortunately last time I did that on my girlfriends 02 sebring, it helped the distributor call it quits. I would be leery doing it myself, but it should be fine.
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