How to Remove AC Smells in Your Car (Odor Life Hack)
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- AC smells. Car AC smells and odor removal trick DIY with Scotty Kilmer (Car life hack). How to get rid of stinky air conditioning smells and odors by using a cheap spray cleaner. How to fix bad car smells cheap and fast. DIY car repair with Scotty Kilmer, an auto mechanic for the last 42 years.
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Scotty Kilmer hey Scotty I’m a strong believer that common sense is a major key to every repair. Love your videos buddy
Good video Scotty. One question, you recommend to remove air filter??
that lysol spray wont harm the evap? i just dont wanna mess with evap...it really sucks when theres a leak..gotta take the whole dash off..
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Scotty Kilmer -Would any can of Lysol work or does it need to be the neutra air?
This definitely works. After changing out the nasty cabin filter, the musty smell still remained. Followed scotty's directions, and no smell out of the vents.
A good way to prevent this problem is to turn off a/c a couple of minutes before you turn off the car and put the heater to warmest setting. That will dry out the vent box and ducts. It will also prevent your windows from fogging up when you turn on the heater in the morning.
This dude is awesome. Local dealership wanted $325 to clean my compressor and clean the ductwork. I watched this video last week and spent $2.35 on a can of Lysol and it's perfectly clean now. Thanks, Scotty!
Does it mess it up over time or no??
@@crystalschieberl604 well he said every couple of months you wanna apply Lysol but better and cheaper alternative than spending an insane amount of money lol
ONE DOES NOT SIMPLY WATCH JUST 1 VIDEO OF SCOTTY !!! There is always another one to click on the side
You're right, I've been bingeing for the past 2 hours 😆
Lol true
IKR something about him I
love him
So true
Facts
yes, remove any cabin air filters before doing this.
What if my truck don’t have one? 2013 f150?
Shotby_danny than remove your truck =D
SickDuck96 😂😂
Oops just saw this. Is it okay I didn't remove cabin air filter?
Bethanie I forgot to do the same and I didn’t get that good of results plus it did leave the filter all soggy lol
I love finding TH-cam videos that are straightforward and genuinely helpful, instead of trying to sell some product or service. This is a gem of a tip and I look forward to trying it out. Thank you Scotty!
Good tip. A local Chevy dealership actually told me to do this once when I asked them about the smell coming from the vents in my truck.
One add on tip to this, if you car has a cabin air filter make sure you replace the filter, but also, make sure the cabin air filter is removed when you spray the Lysol through there, other wise it will get saturated with Lysol which isn't good for the filter, and it also can make the Lysol not be as effective at killing the odors in the rest of the system.
Some cars don't have a cover over the cabin-air-filter-housing (like Toyota Aygo). If you then remove the cabinfilter, that means there is a big 'leaking hole' which prevents the air&cleaner to reach the evaporator. So what to do then?
@@robde-e-e duct tape
@@happytime1012 I understand you would think that, but on an Aygo it's a mission impossible to reach and cover it with ducttape sturdy enough to withstand the underpressure when AC is on during Lysol cleaning.
I was just thinking of removing the cabin filter. Great minds think alike. Thanks!
@@carnutal3627 ARE TALKING ABOUT REMOVING THE OLD CABIN FILTER AFTER SPRAYING SO THAT THERE IS NOT A FLOOD IN THE CAR? AND THEN AFTER SPRAYING REMOVE OLD FILTER AND INSERT NEW FILTER?
you can use as much as you want, just be sure to air it out with windows open a while before driving, the fumes are toxic to not just bacteria.
I just found this hack for the A/C smells. Mine is just starting to have a bad smell, south Fla. here. First time ever. Always use it ...year round.
How much of that size can, do you use? I have a subcompact 4 cyl. So is it the full can, or half, or what? Is regular old Lysol ok, or is there any certain ones to avoid for certain chemicals in them???
Can microban be used in place of Lysol?
Had "the smell" 🤢 in my car (Peugeot 3008 1.6td 2013) so searched TH-cam last night and found this video. Went out this morning and bought the equivalent of lysol in the UK which is Dettol spray. Tried it this afternoon (used roughly 1/4 of the can) followed Scotty's instructions to the letter and ... WOW ... the fusty smell has gone!! *update* have been a run out in the car tonight and switch between AC on and AC off quite a few times and "the smell" has completely gone. I didn't bother taking out my cabin filter as some have recommended but it will be changed at its next service anyway.. thank you so much Scotty 👍
I wish I would've seen thing December 31, 2019 because it's July of 2020 and lysol is hard to find nowadays
elsalvador503able Exactly. I’ll check out this janitorial supplies company here in Dallas for disinfectant 👍🏾
On eBay I saw can sell for $1k.
I'm partly responsible, I brought a case from Walmart. 😁
R. Lundy can I buy one from you PLEASE😭
Right?? (But there are ways to concoct your own disinfectants. Look online.😉
you can spray from the inside duct in passenger footwell(switch to recirc), as well.
also, after you spray, turn off HVAC completely for 15-20min, that allows the lysol sit and percolate in system, fuming out and accumulating in system, killing the bugs. with this technique you only need to spray a smaller amount, say 15sec, after that turn back on and fully vent it out as needed. Thanks Scotty, u ROCK!!!
It' 2020 and I'm still watching this 2010 video.
Was he suppose to take out the air freshener?
Yeah, because this isnt like a game where suddenly using lysol got patched in the 2020 car update 🤣 its old, but it works!
so does any air freshener do the job?
@squidboy0769 The car I was working on didn't have a cabin air filter, many don't. and the cabin air filter will not stop mold and bacteria, it's not fine enough to filter out such small particles. Bacteria will get by the filter and then grow inside damp parts of the vent system, you can't stop them. Scotty Kilmer
I bet he didn't know that in 2020 we would all be wearing masks
Right? When he brought up disinfectant spray I was like dang... don't have that anywhere lol
not me nfw
My Impala was stinking of vinegar when I turned the A/C on I too used Lysol Neutra Air. It worked really good and within a short while, the smell was gone. So I swear by this method as well!
Yeah mine smells like vinegar as well. Was at the shop for 1 month and smells so bad. I'll try this
1) Is the vinegar smell gone?
2) What year/ trim is your Chevy Impala?
3) I ask.. because I am thinking of buying a used Impala
Soo does this work with any lysol or its just the one he used
Natasha Vinson how long til the smell and back?
Can anyone explain the possibility of Lysol damaging the Aluminium evaporator ?
Have anyone faced any problems following the Lysol treatment?
Love these videos! Simple and short, Scotty gets straight to business, no bs here! My car had a moldy vinegar smell coming out when the ac was on and now its completely gone. I bough Meguiars Air Refresher and it didn't work for a damn thing, waste of money. This good ol lysol that was around the house did the trick and cleaned out the AC, now I don't have to gag every time I drive the car with it on.
Love this guy! Awesome tips all the time.
@MrHarjider Yes, just turn the heater on full blast with outside air blowing in. Scotty
This guy has some brilliant ideas, fun to watch to .
Thank God for you Scotty! I just love you . He has taught me so many DYI car repairs.
Scotty,
Thanks a bunch. I've been dealing with "the odor" for about a month now. I bought same brand you suggested, removed the cabin filter and sprayed it into both sides (half a can total). Worked perfectly. I had no idea it would be such an easy fix.
Thanks for taking the time to post this video!
Did you run the a/c without the filter in? If so, did you see spray coming in the cabin with filter removed?
This video is awesome, I just did an in-depth cleaning of my car (as best as I can at home, by myself) and this was the last thing I did. I didn't even really notice a smell before but it's much fresher now! This channel is great, I'm a 21 year old woman and I've done several simple repairs myself by watching this guy's videos. And they're really entertaining!
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This helped 2 two families on 6/22/2021 10 years after it was first uploaded!! Thank you Scotty Kilmer from fellow Texans!! 🤠
run the AC on full blast outside air, you can hear the air being sucked in through vents near the windshield, spray it there.
Should we take out the cabin air filter first?
@@Unfinished_sentenc I just went and took out the air filter and sprayed in through the fan since he never bothers to answer the question.
@@cooldaddyslick6869 Lysol has to saturate the surface to kill the mold. Doesn’t the cabin air filter defeat the purpose since it’s situated just after the fresh-air intake duct?
@@cooldaddyslick6869 where exactly did you spray in? Where is the fan?
I just paid the Toyota dealership $150 for a professional A/C cleaning and the smell came back in just three days. It was a super-strong perfume coming from the vents then it dissipated in three days to a moldy smell. What a waste of $150.
Which spray did you try?
@@Unfinished_sentenc I have a G37 and my fan is right underneath the filter behind the glovebox. But all outside air has to pass through the filter so all you gotta do is just find out where yours is and spray through there. Sprayed through the outside vent too. I used damn near the whole can of Lysol early morning breeze scent. Turned off the ac afterwards and sprayed through the interior vents and let it sit for 5 minutes. Then just run the fan on high with the ac off to help get the Lysol smell out. You can use any disinfectant spray that says it neutralizes odors. Drive with the window down and run the fan with the ac off until the Lysol smell is gone cause it is strong. But my car smells like nothing now, a good thing. Might as well install a new filter that deals with odor and bacteria while you're in there. Where I live it's not really hot anymore so I waited till now so I won't have to deal with the smell till next year. But all you gotta do is use those little fogger cans as maintenance until the next deep cleaning with the Lysol.
I tried it on my prado and it works just fine. All the funny smell disappeared. Thanks for the great info.
How long until the smell came back?
Reading this on my break at work, ill be picking up a can of this on my way home. Thanks alot for the helpful video.
I've done this before with other more expensive products and its just like you say, do it every couple of months and your car will smell great. Lysol Linen smell is my favorite and it's cheap.
you saved my life I thought this smell was something worse thanks for all your expertise Scotty
I thought a animal died inside my car
Jesse Hernandez Did the Lysol trick get rid of the smell?
Scotty you are the man!!! Who needs school? I can just watch your channel!
Thank you Scotty! Been trying to get my air conditioning more clean (I’m in Florida) this is exactly what I needed
This worked really well on my car's AC! Thank you Scotty!
I like this guy. Explains things really well and is entertaining too. I shall try this on my car. All the best Scotty and keep up the good work.
Lysol should give you credit for this fantastic video!
Tried it! It works! Thank you Scotty!
It also helps to make sure the drain from the air exchanger is open and clear. It is this small hose that empties under the car.
Also don't forget to change the cabin air filter regularly, they can get quite clogged.
i bought different kinds of air-con cleaning sprays that you leave inside the car non worked, matter of fact they made the smell worse!
thanks for this tip! you save me a lot of money :)
yea, I've tried it, but really, didn't impress me.lysol works just as well and is easier to apply.
One of the greatest tips ever. I just did this.
Thx Scotty. I just did it. Now it smells fresh and clean. Amazing!!!
Love your videos scotty, excellent advice.
Dear Scotty, thank you so much for this valuable information, you have save my Kia Sedona. Best regards, Diego
Did you actually try this solution in your own vehicle? It worked?
@@paulraymond139
I did this on a brand new 2020 loaner from the dealer.
The man who borrowed it before me was a fish cutter.
The car literally smelled like rotting fish.
I had to use 2 entire cans of Neutra air but it definitely worked.
I love this guy's energy and enthusiasm!!
Just finished. This really works well! Didn't take very long for the scent to be tolerable...
problem solved. thanks scotty!
I am in Houston too! If I see ya ill be like REV UP YOUR ENGINES!
Thanks for the tip Scotty, got rid of the smell. I also noticed no condensation draining under my SUV. Been told its a plugged drain hose, that's why the smell built up in the vents.
Wow! Wow! Wow! So glad I found your video. Worked like a charm no more dog odor from the previous owner
keep up the good work, Scotty!
Extremely helpful. Thank you!!!
Done, and done. Thank you! It smells so much better now. You're a lifesaver.
Does it still work
Thanks a lot Scotty Kilmer! Your videos always help me out!
Both, you want ac on full speed fan with outside air, not on max air.
Shoul i take off the cabin filter? Thanks
@@slr2327 yes you should
I love this guy! He's hilarious and super helpful :D
Thanks Scotty, it's always fun to watch your videos
Dude, you’re amazing. I ACTUALLY watched this full video (which I rarely do) 👍🏽
hi Scotty. Really nice videos with great tips. tried it and it work like a charm. My stinky Range Rover sports now smells ok. Ive been leaving with an alergy I alway develop when my ac is on. Now the alergy is gone while I can now cope with my ac.
Will neva miss ur videos again.
Appreciate ur videos. You have taught me so much bout care of my a.c..✌💖💖
thank you Scotty for your instructional video. it saved me time & money.
Scotty, your a god amongst men! Your more helpful than my high school automotive classes.
that is pretty slick. i've never even thought of that trick. i'll have to try it!
Holy crap this channel is so handy. Thanks for the advice
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Woo...this is so useful.
this was so simple, i cant believe it didnt occur to me. so helpful, ive been dealing with stinky feet smell coming from a 2009 nissan tiida( usa's versa) for months now
Thanks for another helpful video Scotty!
learn while you laugh love your videos Scotty
He is the best :)
Thank you for the TIP awesome video by the way!!
thank a million Scotty! I've been investigation for years where the smell was coming from?
Your videos are really helpful if i have problem with my car i get solution from your videos..very informative.. thanks Scotty..
Great advice, im going to try that out right now !
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I've actually done this. I used Lysol vanilla scent. I also give the floor and under the seats a good spray. ✌️ Great videos thank you.
Scotty Kilmer you're a legend and you know it.
Cheers old timer!
I found a good preventative way to keep most mold away is to run your vent about a mile before you get to your destination. This pushes all the cold air out, reduces moisture in the vents in-turn reducing the risk of more mold and bacteria.
Thank you!!! I subscribed. You saved my nose and money!!
Just tried this and worked awesome!!! THANKS A BUNCH love your channel! Jordan in Canada
Thanks Scotty, love your videos! I’m heading to the store now to get some Lysol to try this out!
Scotty, u r a legend
@ding0925 Just be VERY careful not to pour too much liquid in, as it can short electrical parts out a lot easier than a spray. Scotty Kilmer
Worked like a charm. Had the regular Lysol spray already used that. Strong smell of Lysol in the car afterwards but by the next morning that smell along with the dirty sock stench were gone. May try this version of Lysol on the other car or if it comes back. Thank you!! 🏆
quick , interesting , and to the point . Thanks Scotty !
Ive replaced my A/C filter twice already cuz of the dam smell. Thanks for the advice!
gonna try this right now!
Hey Scotty, thanks for this advice! easy and fast method of keeping AC smelling fresh all year round!
Thank you for sharing the wisdom of your experience on TH-cam. You have helped me more than once to avoid getting ripped off by dishonest mechanics. Liked and subscribed.
turn ac on full blast for outside air, and outside air will dry it out.
What if you do this with The cabin air filter still in?
INTERNATIONALNEWYORKMEXICAN it will wet your cabin filter and the spray can’t apply on the tubes surface to kill bacteria as good as filter removed
Keep making us look good in Houston, Scotty!
Excellent idea!!! I've been dealing with the smell for years. Thanks!!!!!
Your so funny you make something negative super positive!!!!! I love your upbeat attitude
Usefull video indeed
pray it's not something burning inside the vent like the blower motor or resistor assembly. If not, often valve covers leak on the engine and get oil on the exhaust and smolder. Check that out first.
Glad I remembered this video. Two days ago I noticed my AC was smelling a bit musty.
The best channel for drivers , thanks a lot.
it works, thanks alot
yep, the mold blows off by then. Try this method
Worked like a charm - thanks, Scotty!
Oh my god.. why has it taken me so long to find your channel ?! Funny AND informative.
Another great video Scotty! Entertaining and informative as always. Question: Would changing the cabin filter help with cigarette smoke smell? I mean the interior is one thing but it’s very noticeable when you turn the fan on. Take care.
100%! Filter holds all that smell in it. So doing this plus changing filter would make huge difference
Dude, you're amazing!
Thank you Scotty Kilmer for the tip I will be doing this very soon.