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Cleaning your AR15 is an essential part of maintaining its functionality and longevity. A clean AR15 will function more reliably, shoot more accurately, and last longer than a dirty one. There are many different ways to clean an AR15, but the following steps will provide you with a basic overview of the process.

The first step is to disassemble the AR15. This can be done by removing the magazine, pulling back the charging handle, and pressing the takedown pins. Once the AR15 is disassembled, you can begin cleaning the individual parts. The bolt carrier group is one of the most important parts to clean, as it is responsible for cycling the rounds and firing the weapon. To clean the bolt carrier group, you will need to remove the firing pin, extractor, and ejector. Once these parts are removed, you can clean them with a solvent and a brush. The barrel is another important part to clean, as it is responsible for accuracy. To clean the barrel, you will need to run a bore snake through it. You can also use a cleaning rod with a patch attached to it. The lower receiver is the last major part to clean. To clean the lower receiver, you will need to remove the trigger assembly. Once the trigger assembly is removed, you can clean the lower receiver with a solvent and a brush.

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