How to Get Rid of Mold in a Car Air Conditioner
A musty odor emanating from a car's air conditioning system could be an indication that mold is growing inside the car's vents. The ventilation systems in cars can sometimes grow mold, as water and other moisture accumulates over time. A mold infestation of a car's air conditioner won't just result in an unpleasant odor; the mold spores blowing through the vents could actually make the driver and passengers sick. Fortunately, the mold problem can be dealt with by spraying a special mold-removing solution into the air vents.
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Purchase a specialty solution designed to eradicate mold. Several types can be purchased at various hardware stores, and some version specially designed for cars are available at car shops.
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Pour the liquid into a spray bottle. Some versions already may come package in a spray bottle, in which case this step is not necessary.
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Spray the liquid into all the air conditioning vents in the car. Be sure to spray into vents in both the front and back seats, and any that may run along the floors or the sides of the car.
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Wipe down any excess or spilled liquid from the car's dashboard. Allow the solution to work its way into the air conditioning system.
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Turn on the car and its air conditioning system after allowing the solution to dry in the vents overnight. Check to see if the odor remains or can be further localized to specific vents. Repeat the spraying if necessary.
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Tips & Warnings
To prevent the mold from coming back, when the driver parks the car, turn off the air conditioner but run the fan for a few moments before turning off the car. This will help prevent moisture from collecting in the air conditioner, which can lead to a return of the mold.
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