Content

• Steps
• Tips
• Warnings
• What do you need

The cylinder head is a very complex element in a car engine with many channels through which engine oil and antifreeze can flow. These canals are very difficult to clean by hand because they are very difficult to access. An alternative, to facilitate the washing procedure, can be an automatic cleaning system, but for an inexperienced person this can be a rather difficult task. In order to remove dirt and slag that have been baked for years, there are several tips that you can familiarize yourself with by reading this article.

Steps

1. 1 Perform initial cleaning. Remove visible dirt from the cylinder head with a clean dust brush. Then, with the help of kerosene, remove the remaining oil and burning.
2. 2 Go deeper. When you're done with the initial cleaning, dip your cylinder head in a hot water tank and dissolve some lye (or any other cleaning or detergent) in the water. This must be done in order to remove all dirt from the holes and channels of the head.
3. 3 Remove dirt from passages and channels. Apply the chemical and give it time to work and soften dirt and carbon deposits. Use a small brush to remove any remaining dirt and oil from the channels and holes.
4. 4 Consider sandblasting your cylinder head. While manual cleaning is just an opportunity to wash yourself, sandblasting is the best and recommended cleaning method. But it is worth remembering that such work should only be performed by an experienced person.
   • As a result, you can get the appearance of a completely new part if you use different fractions of sand for processing.
   • If your cylinder head is very old, then you do not need to use a sandblasting machine to clean such a head, as it may simply become unusable.
5. 5 Dry the cylinder head. Leave it outdoors and in direct sunlight to dry thoroughly.

Tips

• Before installing the head of the block back in its place, read the operation and maintenance manual of the car.
• Water alone will not be able to remove oil and dirt.In order to effectively clean the part, it is necessary to heat the water to a temperature of 60-80 degrees Celsius.
• Proper cleaning requires the use of a variety of chemicals to remove dirt, rust and fumes. You can use lye for gentle cleaning of the part.

Warnings

• Sandblasting can be dangerous for inexperienced users and non-professionals.
• When cleaning the cylinder head, you must adhere to safety rules, because the washing process involves chemicals and hot water.
• Be careful when using chemicals as they can harm your eyes and skin if they come into contact.
• Dirty water contains harmful contaminants, oil, grease and combustion products, so it must be handled carefully and drained very carefully. It can clog drains.

What do you need

• Protective glasses
• Cleaning agent (Any engine cleaning chemical or alkali)
• Hard plastic brush and metal brush or steel wool for cleaning holes and channels
• Water hose and solution bowl
• Plastic bags for solid waste or garbage
• Cloth for cleaning heavier stains and dirt