Guys, my AC, when off, smells like vinegar as I drive. Any suggestions. This is a first!
10-10-2006, 10:00 AM
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You're lucky it doesn't smell like a urinal.........
which happened to me. It's caused by water condensing on the A/C coils and not draining properly. Even with proper drainage, some systems will develop the stale water odor caused by a fungus. Cleaning out the water vents should do it, if you can get to them. Most of them are behind the dash and almost impossible to get to. I don't know how the TT is from that standpoint.
Good luck
Good luck
10-10-2006, 10:04 AM
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It's probably the fungus that grew from the condensation. If so, minutes before you shut off the
car from using the AC, turn off the compressor (ECON), and turn up the fan.
This is typical behavior for any AC equipped vehicle. It's a hard habit to follow sometimes to dry up the system before shutdown.
You can also use some sprays sold in Auto stores (or just disinfectants) to rid the smell and germs after start up.
This is typical behavior for any AC equipped vehicle. It's a hard habit to follow sometimes to dry up the system before shutdown.
You can also use some sprays sold in Auto stores (or just disinfectants) to rid the smell and germs after start up.
10-10-2006, 10:22 AM
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Q: do you smoke cigars...>>>
filled with stuff other than tobacco? because if you do, that may be your problem. i had a friend that smoked blunts in his car with the AC on and after a while it got that vinegar smell to it. try turning off you AC when you smoke 
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