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How do you get rid of the smell from a car’s air conditioning?
I’ve noticed recently whenever I turn on my AC, the car smells a little weird, and I’d like to get rid of it. How do I get rid of the smell in my air conditioning?
Will Baldwin · Updated on
Reviewed by Shannon Martin, Licensed Insurance Agent.
So sorry to hear about your AC, but it’s definitely fixable! To get rid of the smell, focus on cleaning the four following areas:
- Wipe the vents clean. Using a foam brush, work your way in and around the vents to remove as much gunk as you can.
- Clean the cabin filter. Pull it out from behind the glove compartment and use an air compressor to blow the dust off. When finished, make sure to spray it with a deodorizer or disinfectant.
- Brush or wipe the fans. Wait until the engine has been off for a while, and then pop the hood and look for the air conditioner’s condenser fan which is usually around the condenser. If reachable, wipe the blade. Removing it is better but make sure you know how to put it back.
- Spray the condenser. If accessible, spraying it with water can really help. Just be careful not to wet any of the wires around it!
Once you’ve cleaned up your AC, you may want to make sure your
car insurance
policy is squeaky-clean, too. To make sure you’re getting the best deal on the coverage you need, check out the Jerry
app. We’ll get you customized quotes from top-of-the-line insurers, so that all you have to do is pick the plan that works best for you. And once you pick one, we’ll even help you switch!Happy cleaning!
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- Gregory R.
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