How to Remove Odors and Formaldehyde in the Honda Spirior?
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Methods to remove odors and formaldehyde in the Honda Spirior are as follows: 1. Place some grapefruit or orange peels inside the car. 2. Use bamboo charcoal bags in the car. 3. Utilize an in-car air purifier. Steps for eliminating odors and formaldehyde in a new car can be divided into the following: 1. After the car has been exposed to sunlight, do not rush to get in. First, open all four doors to ventilate and expel toxic gases. 2. After starting the vehicle, turn on the fan without immediately activating the air conditioning. 3. Let the fan blow natural air for about 15 minutes, then press the AC button to turn on the air conditioning. During this time, keep the windows open. 4. After cooling for a while, close the windows. 5. New cars should have windows rolled down as much as possible to allow harmful substances to dissipate with the wind. 6. When the air quality is good, turn on the air conditioning in circulation mode.
When I first got my Honda Spirior, the smell was quite strong too. Ventilation works best. In summer, I'd park the car directly under the sun with windows slightly open for half a day - the high temperature can force out a lot of formaldehyde. Before driving, always open the windows for five minutes to air out, and don't rush to turn on the air recirculation. Throw a few packs of activated charcoal (bamboo charcoal works particularly well) in the trunk, remembering to sun-dry the charcoal packs monthly to renew their absorption capacity. I've tried grapefruit and orange peels - they only mask odors rather than remove formaldehyde. Also, avoid smoking in the car or using air fresheners, as these can react with formaldehyde to create new pollutants. If the smell is particularly pungent, it's more reassuring to have professionals perform a photocatalyst treatment.
Last time I helped my friend deal with the odor issue in his Honda Spirior, I found that the floor mats were the main culprit. The rubber mats provided by the 4S store emitted a particularly pungent smell on hot days. I recommended switching to eco-friendly loop mats or simply using the original carpet for safety. I usually place two activated carbon fragrance sheets in the air filter and turn on the external circulation while driving, which helps filter and ventilate simultaneously. I also keep a bottle of photocatalyst spray in the trunk and apply it to the seats and ceiling after each car wash, letting the sun activate its decomposition effect. The most crucial step is regular interior cleaning, especially for those who enjoy snacking in the car—food residues left inside can smell worse than formaldehyde.
