A car's engine bay tends to get dirty fairly easily. It's a good idea to clean it every once in a while. It's pretty simple, but there are some precautions.

Knowing how to clean the engine bay of your car could save you quite a headache. ... Start by locating your car's battery. In the case of the 2008 Infiniti G37 pictured above, ...

While cleaning the gunk off your engine isn't a bad idea, should you get out your power washer and go to town? The answer ...

To begin the battery removal process, start by popping the hood of your car. Once open, locate the battery within the engine bay. It should be easily identifiable, even with modern vehicles. Car ...

Like knowing how to change a car tire, being able to disconnect and remove the battery on your own can come in handy -- here's why you might need to.

Car parts are made in specific ways to suit specific kinds of cars. That includes batteries, so what can happen if you put ...

Now you'll want to take a degreaser like Simple Green or Purple Power, diluted 3-to-1 with water, and spray the engine bay down like you're setting a world record for spray bottle trigger squeezing.

Q. I had a problem with my Honda Accord; the check engine light was on. When I went to a Honda specialist they tested everything out and told me the battery was faulty.

Testing your car's battery is an important part of routine maintenance. You can check the battery yourself using a voltmeter or multimeter, or have it tested professionally.