How to Remove Odors from a New Lynk & Co 01?
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Methods to remove odors from a new Lynk & Co 01: 1. Open the windows, and if necessary, open the doors to allow air exchange between the inside and outside of the car. When driving, open the windows for ventilation if conditions permit. 2. Place peeled fruit skins like pomelo or orange peels inside the car. 3. Fill a narrow-necked bottle with vinegar and secure it in a part of the car to remove odors, or use tea leaves which also have odor-removing properties. 4. Place activated charcoal inside the car, as it can also help eliminate odors and harmful gases. Generally, new cars come with plastic protective films on the interior, seats, and components. Owners should promptly remove these films as they can contribute to odors. These films block the natural airflow of the seats' own scents, making it difficult to effectively eliminate odors inside the car.
When I first got my Lynk & Co 01, I was also bothered by the new car smell. The most effective method I found through personal experience was ventilating by opening windows and sun exposure. Every morning before leaving, I'd lower all four windows slightly to leave gaps, then park it under strong sunlight for two hours at noon - the chemical volatiles from leather seats and dashboard would dissipate remarkably fast. I always kept several packs of activated charcoal in the trunk and placed some bamboo charcoal dog decorations on the center console. Though these physical adsorption methods work slowly, they have no side effects. Whenever possible, I'd turn on the air conditioning's external circulation for ventilation, especially useful during rainy days when windows couldn't be opened. After consistently doing this for about three weeks, the pungent odor in the car basically disappeared. Remember not to use air fresheners to mask the smell, as they can actually increase formaldehyde concentration.
