How to Get the Gasoline Odor Out of an Auto Carpet

The smell of gasoline can cause headaches if you don't clean it correctly.

When gasoline gets inside a car, it leaves a strong odor for a long period of time. To get the smell out, you can't rely on just soap and water. More extreme measures are needed.

Things You'll Need

• Baking soda
• Vacuum
• Dish soap
• Paper towels
• Bowl
• Cloth

Instructions

1. Pour an ample amount of baking soda onto the gasoline stain. Leave the baking soda on it overnight.

2. Vacuum up the baking soda the next day.

3. Mix one cup of warm water and 1 tsp. of dish soap in a bowl.

4. Dip a cloth into the soapy water and scrub the area where the gasoline was.

5. Rinse the area with plain water. Lay several paper towels over it.

6. Put a heavy object over the paper towels so they fully absorb the liquid. Allow the water to dry.

References

• Auto Evolution: How to Get Rid of Gasoline Odor in Your Car