Corrosion???

[-RUNNR]

Pulled the snake out of the garage for the first time this winter, and took it for a spin. Went down to the gas station, filled up and did the usual oil check.

While I was checking the oil, I noticed what looks like corrosion on the throttle bodies and alternator. Anyone ever have this happen? What's the best way to clean it up?

Also, got a check engine light (car is stock other than smooth tubes). Going out to check the code now that I found my book. Hopefully nothing serious...

EDIT: Just realized how worthless my Service Manual is. It says in section 8E-15 to turn the ignition on-off 3 times, and read the code in the odometer. Ummmm.... Hello? Dodge? My odometer is analog.

 

[FRANK]

Personally I'd lightly spray the throttle bodies down with a little WD 40. As far as the alternator, I'd spray a small rag with WD 40 and wipe it down, getting in all the nooks etc.

 

[Hoosier Daddy]

If your parking your car over the winter up North on concrete. Ensure you lay down a moisture barrier under the car. The moisture that comes out of the concrete will rust out anything susceptible to rust.