Why do I smell antifreeze through my car vents?
Are you getting the smell of antifreeze from air vents? If so, any thoughts about the odor coming from the heater core are well founded. It’s also possible, but less likely, that leaking coolant odors are coming in with the ventilation air from an under-hood leak.
What happens if you inhale antifreeze fumes?
INHALATION EXPOSURE: Exposure to very high levels of ethylene glycol vapors causes irritation of mucous membranes and the upper respiratory tract. Exposure to levels of ethylene glycol concentrations higher than 80 ppm results in intolerable respiratory discomfort and cough.
Why does my car smell like antifreeze when I turn on the heat?
If your car smells like antifreeze, it could mean that the vehicle’s heater core is leaking. The heater core is responsible for circulating warm air in the car’s passenger cabin. When the heater core develops a leak, it begins circulating air with an antifreeze odor and eventually fails altogether.
How do you get the smell of antifreeze out of your vents?
Spray some Lysol in the fresh air intake vent on the wiper cowl with the fan on low speed. Repeat as necessary until the smell goes away. well an antifreeze smell would indicate your heater core might be on it’s way out….
Why do I smell antifreeze but no leak?
A hole in the radiator or a broken hose could be the source of this problem. It might be coming from a leaky radiator cap or the radiator itself, especially if you smell it outside the car. A strong odor inside the passenger compartment probably means a bad heater core.
Can I drive my car with a bad heater core?
If you have a bad heater core, you should bring your car in for repairs right away. Driving with a faulty heater core can be risky, as it can lead to overheating and extensive engine damage. Even a clogged heater core can prevent proper coolant circulation, causing your engine to run hot.
How do you remove air from a heater core?
Start the engine of your car and allow it to warm up for a while. Once it reaches the operating temperature, the heater valve automatically allows the coolant to flow through the heater core. This action pushes the air bubble outside. Leave the car idle in this state for 15-30 minutes.