jc86

when i turn on the AC in my car i get this disgusting smell that almost smells like urine... like it's disgusting... it's only recently begun to smell like this (since it became warm and i started using the AC)

could it be the cabin filter that needs to be replaced? or?

there's no smell when i'm not using the AC though and just the fan..

Kevin350

yeah its time to replace it.

Little E

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All you have to do is turn off your A/C a few minutes before you turn off your car. This will prevent the fowl odor the next time you start your car and turn on the A/C. Don't leave your A/C running when you turn off your car.

joeker

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can't you check under the maintenance menu?

Bichon

Changing the cabin filter is unlikely to resolve the situation, which is caused by mold and fungus on the evaporator core. Little E's suggestion is a good one, and often all that is needed. If that doesn't resolve the issue, have the dealer clean the evaporator core with a coil cleaner.

Kevin350

This is what I do. A mile b4 I get home I shut off AC and let outside air flow in. For 3 years, I haven't smell any urine odor. I also change cabin filter every 15k.

kickin8

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molds in the condenser....

jayz250

How much is it to change out the cabin air filter by the dealer?

jc86

no idea but i'm going to check it out... car is still under warranty for another year so might as well bring it in to check it out. otherwise i may just drop by a canadian tire or something to find one

little e: thanks for the tip! i'll try it out tonight =)

Kurtz

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Do it yourself- takes like 5 minutes in the glovebox.

blk250

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time to change the filthy filter (goodluck)

strife

Hey guys...

The air from the vent started smelling like feet dipped in vinegar. I changed the cabin air filter today but the smell is still slapping my face.

Is there anything else I should check for?

Bichon

No, the condenser is by the radiator, if it were smelly only the engine would notice. The part that gets moldy is the evaporator.

jc86

i tried doing this today... it didn't really work at all. i also tried blasting the fan w/ out the A/C on and the smell was still there, just not as strong (for whatever reason)

btw - when you change your cabin filter what is this setting that it is suppose to be on? or else something will break? hmm?

Kurtz

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Recirculate is what it needs to be on to avoid breaking stuff