How to Eliminate Car Air Conditioning Odors?

[LaBraxton]

Methods to eliminate car air conditioning odors are as follows: 1. For slight odors, use the fan at high speed to remove them. Park the vehicle in the sun, adjust the knob to the warm air setting, then set the fan to the highest speed and open all doors to expel dirty air outside. 2. Clean the air conditioning ducts: Regularly replacing the filter can block dirty air from entering the car, but for vehicles used for a long time, dust and mold may still accumulate in the air conditioning system. In this case, use an air conditioning duct cleaner for cleaning. 3. Replace the air conditioning filter: The air conditioning filter is the most easily overlooked part. A dirty filter not only fails to perform its original function but also causes secondary pollution to the air entering the car. To completely eliminate odors, it's essential to address the source. 4. For odors on the evaporator, an air conditioning cleaning is necessary.

[CatherineLee]

I know all about funky AC smells! First thing to check is the cabin air filter - that thing turns into a literal garbage dump after a while, collecting leaves and dust that just sit there fermenting. Swapping in a fresh filter is the easiest fix, just costs a few bucks. If the stink persists, you'll need to clean the evaporator core using specialized foam cleaner injected through the drain tube to flush out mildew and gunk. Pro tip: shut off the AC compressor a few minutes before parking but keep the blower running to dry out the system. My personal routine is cracking windows for ventilation before cranking the AC in summer - really cuts down on that musty blast.

[SanLane]

Don't panic when encountering AC odors, follow these three effective steps. First, pop the hood and check the AC air intake – leaves or small animal remains often get stuck there. After cleaning, buy an AC system cleaner and spray it into the exterior circulation vent as instructed, then run the car at maximum fan speed for 10 minutes. Remember to regularly replace the cabin air filter; I recommend changing it every six months for best results. Avoid smoking in the car – the mix of tobacco and mildew smells is particularly unpleasant. Here's a pro tip: place a bamboo charcoal bag near the vents for long-term odor absorption.

[KiaraMarie]

The foul smell in the air conditioning is mostly due to mold growth in the ducts. From my experience, prevention is more important than treatment. Don't turn off the engine immediately after using the AC; turn off the AC but let the blower run for another two minutes to dry out the ducts. Without moisture, mold can't grow. Choosing a good quality cabin air filter can block 80% of dust and debris—I use one with activated carbon, which works quite well. If there's already a bad smell, don't skimp; spend around 200 yuan for a professional ozone disinfection service to thoroughly sterilize the entire duct system.