Currently, air conditioning is installed in almost all new cars, many car enthusiasts have long been accustomed to it, and consider air conditioning not as an option, but as a proper equipment of the car, for example, such as a rear-view mirror!
Many of you are accustomed to the fact that in hot summer weather, standing in a traffic jam, the air conditioner helps you out by making the air clean, fresh and cool.
We recommend that you maintain your air conditioning system regularly.
- Checking the correct functioning of the system.
- Cleaning the system.
Every two years: Refrigerant charge.
Unlike conventional wisdom, air conditioning or air conditioning can produce hot air or cold air; Therefore, its maintenance is important throughout the year. To keep your system clean, it is recommended to use it for at least 5 minutes a week, summer and winter. Our team does not have any training in photography and most of the images were captured using smartphones in the midst of the action. Therefore, we ask our visitors to be respectful of the graphic quality of the images published in this section of our site. We will discuss this issue in the FAQ. We invite our readers to send us points they would like to see added to the list of topics covered in this section of our website by writing to us.
Why do you need to clean your car air conditioner?
First of all, without cleaning it will be subject to rapid wear and tear, and as a result, repair or replacement will cost you very much. A clogged air conditioner is also dangerous to health, in particular, problems with the lungs may occur, and health is most important.
This guide is for people whose hands grow in the right place! Let's divide it into three main stages:
The air conditioning unit naturally produces water or water vapor, which accumulates in a regeneration tank located in the unit. The water thus obtained flows through a drainage pipe, which directs the water to the outside of the building.
Typically the regeneration tank holds a certain amount of water because it is not enough for the drainage slope or because the outlet of the drainage pipe is clogged. Water that stagnates in a rescue tank, even if it is small, will eventually create a damp environment that encourages mold growth.
- Cleaning the car air conditioner
- Car air conditioner disinfection
- Refilling the car air conditioner
Do-it-yourself cleaning and disinfection of car air conditioning
1) Buy Lysol or Lysol containing mixtures (preferably with pleasant smells).
Is this the same scenario for the central system?
The principle is the same as for the wall block. The central system can also generate molds since the components and operation of the system are the same. It should be noted, however, that the central system has a much larger air volume than the wall unit. As a result, "damage" to the central system may be less obvious to the naked eye than on the wall.
What are the risks for passengers and visitors?
The charcoal colored areas are dust and debris accumulated on the walls. The white coin at the top of the photo is a grocery bill. It is obvious that air does not flow more or less in this main pipeline. We will forward it to the competent authorities to inform you of the risks caused by mold.
2) If you still bought pure Lysol, dilute it with water in a ratio of 1:100, you only need 400 ml of solution, just ideal for saving.
3) Pour the resulting mixture into a sprayer (any one used to wash windows at home is suitable), if you want, you can add a drop of perfume.
Particularly with air conditioning and heating appliances, it is important to use tools, equipment and products specifically designed to accurately eliminate the molds created by your appliances. The best advice we can give our readers is to contact an air conditioning and heating professional.
Why should we avoid diagnosis? What criteria can help me determine if my device contains mold? You have not asked a specialist to open the device for more than two years; You never see liquid coming out of your device's drain hole; Your device emits strange sounds or loses particles when it is running. A poorly maintained car is a kind of subtle aggressor! Indeed, despite the fact that you clean the device case thoroughly and that your device has a beautiful appearance, it is what is under that box that poses a danger.
4) Open all the windows in the car.
5) Start the car.
6) Turn on the air conditioner at full power and direct a stream of air into the legs/face, while lowering all the nozzles to the lowest position so that the solution does not get on the seats if something happens.
7) We get out of the car and spray our mixture into the air collectors from the windshield; we don’t pour it, we spray it.
By analogy, it's a little like repainting your car's rusty fender with a bottle of paint bought from a large area. The "look" is nicer, but rust will win out in the end! The wall unit is a squirrel cage that has not been cleaned in the last 3 years.
What will a specialist technician do during a service call?
In response to this question, the first thing to note is that not all specialist professionals specialize in maintenance. A large number of companies prefer to concentrate their efforts on installing new devices. Other companies accept post-installation services but do not offer air conditioner cleaning services.
Turn off the engine and wait until the Lysol defeats the bacteria.
9) We start the engine again, remember that the air conditioning is operating in the same position and at full power, open the door on the passenger side, set the internal air recirculation and begin to spray under your feet (under the glove compartment), because that is where the air intake is located.
It should be clear that decontaminating a contaminated device attracts very little attention from a specialist. Here are some reasons for this reluctance. Decontamination involves significant health risks for the technician; Work requires safety equipment that limits freedom of movement and field of vision; The job also requires processing with specialized cleaning products, which in turn poses increased risks for the handler. The technician's job is to first check the main components of the device to make sure they are working well and that the device is working properly.
Now you know how to clean the air conditioner in your car, watch the video to learn.
Foam cleaning
The musty smell from the air conditioner sooner or later appears in the interior of any car - be it budget or premium. Because the air conditioning system is designed approximately the same on all cars. The main element on which, in fact, the cold so desired in hot weather is released is the evaporator, a special radiator, identical in size to the stove radiator, installed deep in the bowels of the dashboard. Air is blown through it, ultimately coming out cooled. However, during operation of the evaporator, dust constantly settles and accumulates on it, and the cooling process causes drops of moisture from the atmospheric air to condense on its surface. As a result, we have constantly damp dust, in which, like pumpkins on a manure heap, bacteria, microfungi, and mold proliferate. We inhale the stinking products of their vital activity until the air conditioner reaches full power and for some time after it is turned off.
Regular disinfection of the air conditioning system can help cope with these misfortunes, but many people mistakenly understand it as only spraying a special aromatizing and antiseptic foam into the air deflector dampers in the cabin... Whereas the main problem lies in the contaminated evaporator - it is this that needs to be cleaned and disinfected first! It’s just difficult to get to it - both indirectly, through the ventilation system, and directly, by systematically dismantling the dashboard. But there is a way. The evaporator compartment can be completely filled with special cleaning foam through the drain hole found on every air conditioning machine. Access to the drainage tube can be obtained under the hood or below, from an inspection hole or from an overpass.
The American foam aerosol StepUp SP5152 is designed specifically for cleaning the evaporator through the drainage. Using a long tube, the contents of a half-liter bottle are completely pumped into the evaporator compartment, where they effectively soften and wash away all dirt and dust from the surface of the evaporator. And it destroys 100% of germs, leaving a disinfectant film on surfaces for the future! The whole process takes about 20 minutes, then the same amount of time will be required to ventilate the interior with recirculation turned on, after which the air conditioner works like new - odorless and with its original efficiency, some of which was “eaten up” by a dusty coat that impairs cooling performance!
Do-it-yourself refilling of the car air conditioner
1) You need to buy freon, which is sold in many auto stores, the approximate price is 15-20 dollars, when purchasing, be sure to check whether it will fit your car.
The technician uses a checklist to ensure nothing is left behind. A copy of this checklist is provided to the client upon completion of the job. Below is a summary of the steps the technician will take during his visit. Impregnated molds on white checkered air conditioning unit.
What is my guarantee that the mold problem will be resolved?
A good question that generates multiple answer elements. As silly as it may seem, it is guaranteed that the mold will appear or appear again, perhaps if the device remains for a long time. During the visit, the technician will present the dirty components before starting the job and the same components after the job to decontaminate if necessary. If you are not present during your visit, a photo file will be sent to you.
2) We also buy a kit for manually pumping freon, called a connector, approximate cost 20-25 dollars.
3) Attach the cylinder to the connector and insert it into the air conditioner valve.
The most effective preventive measure is to keep your device a year. There are certain steps you can take to reduce your risk of mold. These maintenance instructions will be given to you by a technician after your system has been assessed.
Regardless of your model and use, your vehicle's maintenance plan is designed to ensure its longevity and keep its performance at its best. The manufacturer has specified periodic inspections. Some parts must be replaced outside the normal service period: air filter, wiper blades, battery, coolant.
4) Start the car, set the air conditioner to maximum and press the gas pedal 2-3 times, you will feel the temperature drop.
As a result, you will save your money at least three times, plus you won’t have to wait in line, and you will gain experience in dealing with your favorite car.
Because many additional services, sometimes unavoidable, must be programmed freely. He advises you to perform the following scheduled maintenance. Your tires should provide you with safety, comfort and efficiency. They should ride, guide you, carry the weight and cushion throughout for as long as possible. The choice of tires should be made according to the type of driving, your vehicle and the season. Winter tires perform better in cold weather, with five times more bars than all season tires, allowing for better tire grip.
Refilling the car air conditioner video.
Cleaning your car's air conditioner is necessary not only to eliminate unpleasant odors, but also to prevent health problems. If you do not regularly do this procedure, germs accumulate in it and when turned on, they begin to spread throughout the car interior.
Use a wear indicator to monitor the difference between the groove depth of the 2 rear and front tyres, which should not exceed 5mm, otherwise replace them in pairs. Check your pressure regularly in cold weather, every 15 days if possible, including a spare tire. Also check your tire pressure regularly. In addition, to optimize performance and increase service life, drainage is necessary. Oil is an integral part of the engine and its role is to lubricate all moving parts, evacuate accumulated heat and clean the engine by trapping all impurities, so check its level regularly to avoid weakening the mechanics. Sometimes you can use additives to clean up assembler impurities: do not overdo it, because it may reduce its performance.
Carmate smoke bomb!
At 17:00, as promised, the presentation of the Carmate smoke bomb took place . There was a castling as the test car; initially it was planned to launch a “smoke bomb” to clean the air conditioner in a Nissan Note, but then a more suitable car appeared, it became the car of the civic-club.ru club - the car was, I apologize to the owner, simply smoky to the point of horror, I, as a non-smoker, simply couldn’t even sit there, they unanimously decided that in such difficult conditions it was necessary to test the “saber”, I’ll be honest - the entire Sappo.ru team was worried about the result, because the smoke in the cabin was so strong that it was excitement that the checker would not cope, and so, at 17:00 the start was given, by this time even our neighbors from the Hyundai Center Dakar came to the testing site
Video “launching a checker”
After carrying out the measures to quartzize the air conditioning system and purify the cabin air using a Carmate smoke bomb, there was no limit to our delight ; we were surprised that it still managed not a four, but a five. This is how the owner of the car described the results, the text was taken from the civic-club.ru forum: “ Yes, the smell of tobacco and smoke goes away! My car was very smoky! Writes from someone who was tested during the promotion! Guys, sorry for writing so late, I was leaving on business to a place where there is no Internet. After at 17.00, in accordance with the instructions, the bomb with silver ions smoked with the interior fan turned on at full speed in the internal air circulation mode and the air conditioner, the car was ventilated. There was not a strong residue of sterility left, like a dentist (the smell is normal) by the evening (22.00) there was no smell. As soon as the door was opened for ventilation, a dead fly was thrown out of the cabin, this indicates that indeed all potagenic organisms are dying. Everything was as the guys said before the test. Respect and respect to them! Now for anti-rain: First, the glass was degreased with a special one. also some kind of Japanese product, then they applied anti-rain, let it dry and polished it, and that’s it. When driving away from them it seemed that there was no glass, it became so transparent. The effect is the same as the guys said, the water goes away quickly, I didn’t even change the rubber bands on the wipers. By the way, the heavier the rain and the higher the speed, the water disappears faster. I’ll write about the rest later . ” (c) owner of a Honda Civic. source: https://www.civic-club.ru/forum/showthread.php?t=93614&page=10
After using a smoke bomb, a fly flew out of the car interior when the door was opened and fell on the asphalt, so be careful, do not inhale the vapors emitted by the bomb and use it carefully for its intended purpose with mandatory ventilation of the car after using the Carmate “smoke bomb”.
Why does an unpleasant odor occur?
Dust appears in the ventilation system, which mixes with the moisture of the evaporator, resulting in a favorable environment for the growth of various fungi and bacteria. Frequently turning the microclimate control system on and off prevents moisture from draining and evaporating through a special drainage hole. This allows germs to spread quickly, especially in hot climates, which causes unpleasant odors in the car.
Brakes are the first safety device and must respond under all circumstances. A malfunctioning brake system reduces its effectiveness and increases stopping distances and the risk of accidents. To check that your brakes are in good condition, you must follow some rules. If the pedal becomes hard, it may be a failure of brake assistance; If the pedal is long, this means the seals are worn out; If the pedal is soft, there are definitely air bubbles in the circuit. If the vehicle pulls on one side while braking, it is possible that one tire may deflate.
- If the control becomes sticky, it is overheating.
- If the pedal is on the floor, you may be concerned about a hydraulic leak.
- If the brakes are broken, the disc may be a veiled or oval drum.
Above all, remember to maintain appropriate safety distances under all circumstances.
Why do you need to clean car air conditioners?
A correctly performed procedure allows you to simultaneously solve several problems related to the comfortable ride and serviceability of the vehicle:
As for brake fluid, it needs to be changed every two years or 3 years, then every 2 years. This change should occur regardless of the distance traveled, as it gradually charges the moisture, reducing its resistance to heat.
Shock absorbers contribute to your vehicle's braking, steering and steering performance by providing optimal stopping distances and keeping your tires from wearing out prematurely. Shock absorber wear is slow and gradual. This wear and tear is mainly due to your driving style. So, comfortable driving on city or suburban roads will keep your shock absorbers, and sporty type on mountain roads. The more wear on your shock absorber, the more the overall behavior of the car will deteriorate, handling will be reduced and you are at risk.
- Remove the unpleasant odor that spreads throughout the cabin.
- Prevent wear and tear of the system - otherwise, replacement with new equipment or used equipment will be required, and repairs are not cheap.
- Avoid health problems, because a contaminated air conditioner can harm your health, as it will be a source of germ growth.
SMOKE BOMBER FOR CLEANING THE AIR CONDITIONER /// — KIA Cerato Koup, 2.4 l., 2011 on DRIVE2
After winter, when you turn on the air conditioning system, you feel a terrible, nasty, persistent smell... To clean the system, I bought this miracle called Carmate, made in Japan, tried it last year, the verdict is that the thing works! I cleaned the systems of bacteria and unpleasant odors in 15 minutes of using this gadget) Now, when you turn on the climate control, you can feel the pleasant smell of clean, disinfected air flow. Here. Actually and Characteristics: Air freshener for cars with a bactericidal effect. With silver ions. Very easy to use and very effective. Eliminates unpleasant odors and germs in the car interior, including inside the car itself, inside air systems and air conditioning systems. Easily removes mold from the air conditioning system, easily removes bacteria and harmful microbes. Before the procedure, I replaced the cabin filter and started using a smoke bomb) Before that I tried LUKVI MOLY spray, it is similar in use, but did not give the same result, even the stench was touched after a couple days...So I’m glad that it’s still cheap compared to washing and cleaning the system from an off-site dealer that costs 3,000 rubles.
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After winter, when you turn on the air conditioning system, you feel a terrible, nasty, persistent smell... To clean the system, I bought this miracle called Carmate, made in Japan, tried it last year, the verdict is that the thing works! I cleaned the systems of bacteria and unpleasant odors in 15 minutes of using this gadget) Now, when you turn on the climate control, you can feel the pleasant smell of clean, disinfected air flow. Here. Actually and Characteristics: Air freshener for cars with a bactericidal effect. With silver ions. Very easy to use and very effective. Eliminates unpleasant odors and germs in the car interior, including inside the car itself, inside air systems and air conditioning systems. Easily removes mold from the air conditioning system, easily removes bacteria and harmful microbes. Before the procedure, I replaced the cabin filter and started using a smoke bomb) Before that I tried LUKVI MOLY spray, it is similar in use, but did not give the same result, even the stench was touched after a couple days...So I’m glad that it’s still cheap compared to washing and cleaning the system from an off-site dealer that costs 3,000 rubles.
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Price: 470 ₽ Mileage: 52,000 km
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Cleaning algorithm
Cleaning your car air conditioner with your own hands will not require much time and effort from you if you follow this sequence of actions:
The quality and wear of your windshield wiper blade determine the quality of your visibility. They optimize your visibility and therefore your safety. Windshield wipers are important safety features that need to be monitored. Equipment age, climate change and frequency of use are all factors that cause rubber wear. Therefore, a faulty windshield wiper and windshield wiper blades must be replaced at least once a year.
Excellent scan quality Increased wiper life Minimized wind noise Improved winter performance Easy wiper blade replacement Innovative design Visible wear indicator on the broom. Noisy windshield wipers, poor visibility at night or during light rains, or scratches on the windshield are all signs that your brooms are wearing out. If your windshield wipes are leaving a mark on your windshield, you may want to clean the wiper blades on your windshield wiper blades, which may only be bold, and if the marks left by your windshield wiper blades persist after cleaning, the blade leg is worn and needs to be replaced.
- Open all windows in the cabin.
- Turn off the air conditioner and turn on the ventilation.
- Dry the evaporator, which is necessary to clean it.
- Clean with the chosen product according to the instructions that you will find below in this article.
How to clean the air conditioner in a car?
The first thing you need to do is replace the filter. Perhaps the unpleasant smell arises because of it and it is not necessary to do a thorough cleaning of the air conditioner. But, if the unpleasant odor does not disappear when replacing the filter, cleaning the air conditioner in the car is carried out using the methods suggested below. Choose and apply the one that suits you best.
Method 1
Before cleaning the air conditioner in your car, purchase chlorhexidine from a specialty store and use it as follows:
- Take a spray bottle.
- Place 3 packs of chlorhexidine inside.
- Spray the product into the air intake hole - the residue will flow out through the drain.
Method 2
Do-it-yourself cleaning of a car air conditioner can also be done with specialized foam, which is sold in hardware stores. If you decide to try this tool, do the following:
- Take an extension hose.
- Insert all the way into the drainage hole.
- Shake the foam and bring the container to the extension hose.
- Hold the can vertically and release the foam.
- Wait 20 minutes - after this time the foam will turn into liquid and flow out through the drainage hole.
- Turn on the engine and climate control system in the car.
- Direct the air flow towards your legs/face.
- Close the air intake damper.
- Set the fan to maximum speed.
- Close the windows and doors in the cabin.
- Ventilate for 10 minutes, but remember that there should be no one in the cabin when performing this action.
- After completing the procedure, ventilate the car interior to remove any strong odors.
Method 3
You can clean your car air conditioner yourself using chemicals such as: CRC Airco Cleaner; PRESTO Klimaanlagen-reiniger; LIQUI MOLY Klima-Anlagen-Reiniger. Use them according to the instructions provided by the manufacturer. But the algorithm for using all these drugs is the same:
- Remove the filter.
- Fill the air ducts with the selected product through the seat.
- Leave the product for the time indicated in the instructions.
- Turn on the system, periodically switch to different operating modes.
- Ventilate the interior.
Important! The use of this method is only suitable for new cars that have been in use for no more than 3-5 years, or for preventative cleaning.
Now you know how to clean the air conditioner in your car yourself without much effort. Always carry out this procedure in a timely manner and you will not worry about your health and will not face the problem of unexpected system failure.
ABRO air conditioning deodorant-cleaner - quickly removes odors from the car interior
How to quickly and efficiently clean your car’s air conditioner and give the interior freshness?
We all know that over time, a car needs to replace the cabin filter, clean the air conditioner and refill it. The issue of cleaning and eliminating unpleasant odors especially concerns those drivers who like to smoke without leaving the car. The process of cleaning an air conditioner is quite complicated and time-consuming. Therefore, it is quite problematic to carry it out yourself, without the appropriate training and equipment. What to do if you don’t have time to visit a service station, but you urgently need to eliminate the unpleasant smell in your car?
An effective solution with a long-lasting effect is AC-050-BG Air Conditioner Cleaner-Deodorant from ABRO .
In such a situation, the ABRO AC-050-BG air conditioner cleaner-deodorant will easily help you out.
I once smoked myself, which made my non-smoking friends reluctant to get into my car. Every trip together they talked about the fact that I needed to quit smoking, or stop doing it in the car. I regularly changed the filters and went to specialists to clean the cabin air system, hung all kinds of air fresheners in the car, but this was not enough. All these actions had a negative impact on my wallet.
And then, one fine day, my good friend advised me to try a simple product to eliminate odor - ABRO conditioner deodorant cleaner. I purchased this can at the store. A certificate confirming cooperation with the manufacturer hung on the store doors.
How to use the product?
The instructions on the jar are simple and clear. So, I start the car, turn on the air conditioning, set the temperature and interior recirculation to minimum, and turn the fan to maximum. Next, I place the can on the floor in front of the passenger seat, press the button and lock it in the pressed position.
Now you need to leave the car and wait 10 minutes for the product to pass through the entire system.
The manufacturer also recommends that after this procedure, ventilate the car for 10 minutes with the doors open. To be honest, having tried many different fresheners, I was quite skeptical about the deodorant cleaner. But imagine my surprise when I got into the car and did not detect any unpleasant odors. The interior of my car was fresh and had a slight smell of bubble gum, as the ABRO deodorant had a “bubble gum” scent. I was very pleased with the simplicity of the procedure and the excellent effect after use.
Next time, I decided to take the same deodorant, only with lemon scent. And I must say, he didn’t disappoint me at all. Now a pleasant and fresh aroma awaited any of my passengers in the cabin. Finally, my friends stopped feeling uncomfortable getting into my car.
ABRO IS THE NAME TRUSTED AROUND THE WORLD
