How to Remove Cigarette Smell from Car Interior?
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Lemon can be directly used as a deodorizer, and its effect is even more significant than air fresheners. Cut a fresh lemon in half and place it inside the car. Spread leftover coffee grounds in the car's ashtray. When extinguishing a cigarette butt, the moisture will immediately put out the ember and quickly eliminate the cigarette smell. Prepare a towel and a basin of water with plenty of vinegar added. Soak the towel in the vinegar water, then close the car doors and wait for 20-30 minutes.
The cigarette smell in my previous used car was so strong it was unbearable. I tried various methods and found that ventilation plus activated charcoal works best. Rolling down the windows and letting it bake in the sun for half an hour can remove some of the surface odors. Then buy several large-grain activated charcoal bags and place them under the seats and in the trunk—they absorb odor molecules much more effectively than air fresheners that just mask smells, but remember to replace them every two months. I also tried placing used coffee grounds in the cup holders or cutting a lemon in half, sticking cloves into it, and leaving it in the car—these home remedies can help suppress odors too. If the carpets or fabric seats have absorbed the smell, use a dedicated automotive interior cleaning foam, scrub thoroughly with a stiff brush, and finish by wiping with a damp towel. Oh, and don’t forget to replace the cabin air filter—then blast the heater at maximum for twenty minutes to clear out accumulated grease and smoke from the vents. A multi-pronged approach is the most reliable.
