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This move before turning off the car can prevent unpleasant odors from the air
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This move before turning off the car can prevent unpleasant odors from the air

The article discusses a common summer issue in cars where a foul smell comes from the air conditioning system due to moisture buildup on the evaporator coil. It explains that this odor is often caused by bacteria, mold, and mildew growing in damp conditions after the vehicle is turned off immediately after using the AC. Spanish mechanic Juanjo Jiménez recommends a simple solution: turning off the compressor (A/C button) but leaving the fan running for several minutes before parking. This allows warmer air to circulate, helping to dry the evaporator and remove residual water through the drain. The article also mentions that other mechanics agree with this advice, emphasizing it as a preventive habit requiring no tools or cleaning products. If the smell persists despite this method, further steps like checking and cleaning the cabin filter or disinfecting the ventilation channels may be necessary, as prolonged moisture can lead to health issues.

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This move before turning off the car can prevent unpleasant odors from the air

The article discusses a common summer issue in cars where a foul smell comes from the air conditioning system due to moisture buildup on the evaporator coil. It explains that this odor is often caused by bacteria, mold, and mildew growing in damp conditions after the vehicle is turned off immediately after using the AC. Spanish mechanic Juanjo Jiménez recommends a simple solution: turning off the compressor (A/C button) but leaving the fan running for several minutes before parking. This allows warmer air to circulate, helping to dry the evaporator and remove residual water through the drain. The article also mentions that other mechanics agree with this advice, emphasizing it as a preventive habit requiring no tools or cleaning products. If the smell persists despite this method, further steps like checking and cleaning the cabin filter or disinfecting the ventilation channels may be necessary, as prolonged moisture can lead to health issues.

Bias read (Center): The article presents factual information about car maintenance and does not take a political stance. It provides technical advice from mechanics without any ideological framing or emphasis on specific political groups. The content is purely informational and aimed at helping drivers solve a common,靑

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