IS250 Aircon/heater unpleasant smell

[Flavor612]

Hi folks,

I'm an IS250 (2007) owner and really need a bit of help from you in regard to a not very pleasant smell that gets into the cabin every time I switch the aircon or heating on. I don't want to just go to a local garage asking for advice as they might see an opportunity to come up with a load of nonsense in an attempt to squeeze a small fortune out of me for a problem which may possible be quite minor. Please advise

[Fusspot]

Have a read through the replies to this post. They may help.

 

[steve2006]

First thing to check is the pollen filter as the chances are it has never been replaced.

Check the front carpets in the footwell area for dampness indicating a heater matrix leak.

Then get yourself an AC anti bacterial aerosol. Set the AC to fully cold, open all the vents then set off the aerosol as per the instructions.

I think you can also buy them where you blow it into the fresh air intakes.

 

[PCM]

And also run it on Max Hot for a few minutes...

On all settings: feet, face etc...

[Texas]

Make sure you put the H/V system in 're-circ' mode before trying to access filter in back of glove box or you may force/break the mechanism!

 

[royoftherovers]

Have 100 points Paul for being (so far) today`s best Handbook Student !

[Texas]

Always best to RTFM, you know it makes sense!

[royoftherovers]

7 minutes ago, Texas said:

Always best to RTFM, you know it makes sense!

Ok,Pal, you now have the job !