Which parts are included in car air conditioning cleaning?
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When cleaning the air conditioning system, the parts that need to be cleaned include: 1. Air conditioning intake pipes/air filter; 2. Air vents; 3. Fan blades; 4. Evaporator; 5. Sponge grid, etc. After prolonged use, dust and dirt will accumulate at the air intake, air ducts, fan, and evaporator surface of the car air conditioning system, leading to mold growth inside the air ducts (including the evaporator). The most noticeable effects are reduced cooling efficiency and obvious unpleasant odors. The key areas for cleaning are: air conditioning intake pipes, air filter, air vents, fan blades, and evaporator. If there is still an odor after cleaning the air conditioning system, it means there is dirt inside the evaporator or air conditioning pipes, and the only solution is to disassemble and clean the air conditioning pipes and evaporator.
As a long-time car enthusiast, I often clean my car's air conditioning system myself. The key areas include the evaporator (that cooling box hidden under the dashboard) which tends to accumulate dust and mold, causing unpleasant odors; the blower fan section where excessive dust can clog and affect airflow; the ventilation ducts and various air vents that harbor quite a bit of debris; and the area around the cabin air filter - cleaning these makes the air fresher and improves fuel efficiency. Recently when I noticed strange odors in my car, a thorough cleaning immediately improved the situation. Remember to do this every six months, and pairing it with ozone disinfection yields excellent results.
