Thread: Odd A/C smell?
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Old 11 May 2004, 03:48 pm
Krys33 Krys33 is offline
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I have air conditioner issues too. To me it smells like FEET! I know someone with a Jeep Grand Cherokee with the same problem; maybe it is a Chrysler thing. But I would sure like to know how to get rid of it, because sprays and all of that just mask the smell temporarily.
If the A/C sprays (I'm not talking about Febreeze, Lysol, etc., but a specialized A/C spray disinfectant that contains enzymes or chorine)or an Ozone generator do not kill the mold, mildew, and spores, then the only option is to remove the evaporator core and clean it out, spray a special coating on it, or replace it. ALL cars are affected, not just Chrysler cars. That's why it is important to add the cabin air filter ASAP (if available for you car), before you even turn on or use the A/C. The filter will stop any dirt, spores, mold, etc from entering the outside air duct and collecting on the evaporator core. Turning OFF the A/C a few minutes before you stop at your destination or park and turn the fan to high will help dry out the evaporator core to help prevent the dark moist conditions mold likes to grow and multiply in.
Thanks Sci Fi- do you think that this process would be covered under the warranty??