Can I use degreaser instead of brake cleaner?

engine degreaser is usually weaker then brake cleaner too. if in doubt, DO NOT use carb cleaner. that stuff eats rubber, plastic, or pretty much anything thats not metal. even sensors, like mass airflow sensors can be instantly ruined if cleaned with carb cleaner, whereas most brake cleaners are safe enough to use.Click to see full answer. Considering this, can you use degreaser as brake cleaner?Brake and parts cleaner costs a little more than degreaser, and so is generally used a more sparingly. Brake and parts cleaner relies on isopropyl alcohol to ensure it evaporates quickly. Brake cleaner will also make light work of small oil stains on the driveway.Subsequently, question is, can I use brake cleaner to clean oil off my engine? Yes you can use brake cleaner to clean oil off an engine. It’s actually formulated to be easier on rubber so it doesn’t destroy the seals and hoses associated with the brake system. Thereof, what can I use instead of brake cleaner? Lemon juice does CLEAN rotors just fine. Automotive brake cleaner uses a highly volatile solvent and leaves no residue. It’s probably the most effective thing you can use, especially for oil or grease contamination on the rotors and pads.Is contact cleaner the same as brake cleaner?no, using brake cleaner in place of contact cleaner can damage electronics and actually lift the traces off the pcb. Generally you can use no-residue contact cleaner in place of brake parts cleaner, but it’s usually not as effective at cleaning and costs a lot more.