Ive been searching for a cheaper alternative to the air-con cleaner. One alternative Ive had good luck with is Lysol Disinfectant spray. Ill turn on the AC, and set the climate control to recirculate interior air. Then Ill spray it in through the vents. After a half-can, Ill set the climate control to bring in fresh air from outside. Then Ill go outside and spray the remainder of the can in through the cabin air vents at the base of the windshield. This process works, but it leaves a slight alcohol smell to the interior for a few hours, and foul AC smell comes back sooner then with Klima Cleaner. ?HAve any of you tried anything similar? By the way, I tried using the foaming/spraying tube nozzel from the 1Z Klima Cleaner, on the Lysol can. It connected fine, but the spraying action left alot to be desired.. Instead of the typical spray that normally comes from the Lysol can, the disinfectant came out in 4 solid streams. I guess there isnt enough pressure in the can for it to work properly?
i used it once, worked great. does smell for a week or so but fine after. got second can just in case. havent tried anything else, i stick with whatever works
I've used the 1Z and had no problems at all. It smelt strong(like the cleaner) for 24 hours and a little strong for a week but product worked great for me.
this is the same service as what the dealers do (1Z Klima) dealers charge $150-250 for this service. (remember to change your cabin filter)
i have a buddy that owns a small used car lot. they pour pine sol liquid cleaner into the air vents on the dash and then run ac at max for 20 mins then re pour and run heat for 20 mins....sounds like a bad idea but before i knew he was doing this i have experienced the before and afters and it does work...i dont know for how long though
i use the steamer on the cars i do an takes care of everything. maybe try to get a cheap steamer just to use for that:shrug:
Cabin filter is a filter that filters that air prior to coming though your AC system It is located in different areas for different vehicles therefore, the replacement process varies
Always check the following; cabin air filter, a/c condensate pan and drain pipe for smells and odours
It is only on some trim levels, if you still have your window sticker check to see if it list it on there...if not then check location quoted above.
How exactly do you use the steamer to clean the vents? I have a small steamer now but have been a little hesitant to try it in the vents..
Another vote for Klima Kleaner, here. I use it on my own car every time I change my cabin filter. My car calls to replace the cabin filter every 7,500 miles and I prefer to change it every 6,000. I'll replace the filter, and then immediately execute an application of Klima Kleaner. Many cars call to replace the cabin filter only every 30,000 miles but after 15,000 miles many people start complaining that their HVAC smells like "feet." This is usually from mold forming on the filter and while the filter is still working, it is also sending the odor of the mold straight to the cabin through the HVAC vents. Klima Kleaner can treat the issue, but will really deliver the best results after a new cabin filter has been installed. For what it's worth, my Subaru in-cabin air filter is located behind the glovebox. To access and replace the filter, I have to remove the glovebox and then it's a quick slide-out/slide-in process to install the new filter. If the owner's manual of your vehicle does not specify the location or any directions on the cabin filter access, try searching online for the "service manual" for your specific vehicle. If you can at least access the page(s) which give you the info on cabin filter replacement, then you are golden.
