shail 0 Posted June 18, 2004 Report Share Posted June 18, 2004 When i've had the aircon on for a while, then park up, and then drive away a few hours later without AC i get very damp/humid air coming out of the vents, and it stinks - similar to when you leave your washing in the machine for a few days. Is this normal? Link to post Share on other sites
SankysVR6 1 Posted June 29, 2004 Report Share Posted June 29, 2004 mines doing this to, i tend not use the aircon much because i make a lot of short journeys so theres not much point.and to save a little on the fuel cost, could this be the problem because its not getting a good run. Link to post Share on other sites
jte 0 Posted June 29, 2004 Report Share Posted June 29, 2004 The smell is caused by bacteria building up on the condensor i think.One fairly good way off cleaning the system is too run the heater on full blast (a/c off) for 20 minutes then run the a/c on full for 20 minutes then full heat with a/c off for another 20 minutes. Should kill most of the bacteria but you need to be running for an hour and it's not the most comfortable thing to do in summer!!After that use full blast a/c on a longish run every month at the very least.The quickest and most effective way is to seek advice from an a/c service company, this is also the pricey way. Link to post Share on other sites
SankysVR6 1 Posted June 29, 2004 Report Share Posted June 29, 2004 i'll try that on the way home thanks i'll let you know waht happens tommorw Link to post Share on other sites
ingham 5 Posted June 29, 2004 Report Share Posted June 29, 2004 you can get some stuff to clean ac ask at dealer/accessory shop Link to post Share on other sites
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