That's what I use, S100 Total Cycle Cleaner and after rinsing and drying use S100 Total Cycle Corrosion Protectant for the final detail/protectant spray (works great as a multi-surface protectant and can be used on your hoses and oil pan too)and then a give it a quick wipe. Meguiar's All Purpose Cleaner Plus (follow the dilution rates), Simple Green and other citrus cleaners are also popular for cleaning engines.
As usual, cover the alternator and computer and don't use too much water around the spark plug areas in the cover (water may seep in there and eventually cause corrosion and/or frozen-in spark plugs). Sometimes removing the nozzle is better than forcing dirt, road salt, and water into places you don't want it to get into. Can buy a long handled, small head nylon brush from the household or hair brush aisle or a sponge stick (see pic below) from your local artist or pottery shop to help loosen and remove accumulated dirt/grease from hard to reach spots. Some use a leaf blower or hair dryer to help dry portions the engine compartment and keep water spotting to a minimum (haven't tried it myself).
Hope this helps
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