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Car Smells
Car smells include gaseous odor, excessive smoke or even steam – all of which indicate a potential problem with your car. Usually, smells are one of the first signs of potential car trouble.
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That on/off trick makes it sound like a computer component and/or the oxygen sensor.
I'm gonna go out on a limb here and say.. It melts, and drips and/or streams down like tar..
Air conditioner has smell in 2001 dodge durango?
I do not know what is wrong with your car, but I suggest you go to a local car mechanic, or call 1-800-CAR-TALK if you don't mind being on the radio. Although, if there is too much moisture in your A/C vents, then it might be mold or mildew. Hope this helps! --A WikiAnswers user
if u want to remove a plug you have to be careful that water is not in your hand see that it is dry before u pull the plug thank
Why is it that my brand new car has a burning smell and tapping noise in the engine?
because its new that's what happens
or...the burning and tapping sound like low/no oil. I would definitely check the oil before driving it directly to the dealership.
I checked the oil, its full.
The burning smell was there when i drove out of the dealership but the noise only happened about 4 hours later.
How do you know if the fumes you smell are dangerous?
All fumes are more or less dangerous, some of them are even deadly, (although rare).
So avoid all sort of smoke and choose clean environment.
you must have a cracked exhaust pipe or its leaking at the joint between your cat convertor or somewhere else in your exhaust track.
sweet and rubbery at the dentist - rubber from the black rubbe rmask used
Why does the smell of gas come out of your vents on your 2000 Chevy Malibu?
Fuel Leak. Possibly the Fuel Pump. Get it checked immediately.
Why does my car smell like hot oil after running?
You may have a oil leak, and oil us leaking onto the hot motor making that smell
What is the smell of burnt sugar?
The smell of burnt sugar is often described as a combination of sweet and acrid, reminiscent of caramel but with a charred, almost bitter undertone. It can evoke a sense of nostalgia for caramelized desserts while also signaling that something has gone too far in the cooking process. This distinctive aroma can be both enticing and off-putting, depending on its intensity. Overall, it's a complex scent that captures the essence of sugar's transformation when exposed to high heat.
Stinky Stock Syndrome - occurs when you drive with the recycled air on too much of the time. It causes a mold to grow and your car ac smells like sticky socks or something spoiled or gone bad. Just keep recycled air off as much as possible to prevent this from occuring. If you already have it, you will need to drive without recycled on for ~2wks to clear the smell out. Try spraying Lysol into vents to help clear it out. The dealer won't do anything more than this to fix it.
What happens if the catalyc converter is bad?
If the catalytic converter is bad, it can lead to reduced engine performance, increased emissions, and decreased fuel efficiency. The vehicle may exhibit symptoms such as a rough idle, sluggish acceleration, or a check engine light warning. Additionally, a failing catalytic converter can cause damage to other components of the exhaust system, leading to more extensive repairs. It’s essential to address any issues with the catalytic converter promptly to maintain vehicle performance and comply with emissions regulations.
What do you do if you smell gas in your house?
contact 911, and evacuate immediately (depending on which gas you smell)
Anyone ever have a musty basement smell in the Honda CRV?
It sounds like you may be describing the symptoms of either floor mats that have become water soaked and are mildewing, or a plugged air conditioner condensation drain.For the mats: do a manual check of the mats both front and rear to determine if any of them feel waterlogged - if so, remove them and dry them out, and at the same time check to see if there is any place that water may be entering the passenger cabin (loose door seals - rusted through hole in the floor pan -etc). For the A/C drain: slip off the condensate drain hose - located in the lower right hand forward corner of the housing and insert a stiff (but flexible) wire in the housing and down the tube to free any blockage and allow the accumulated water to drain out.
How do you get rid of a nasty odor in a ford ranger when the heat is turned on?
Get the dead animals out of your heater ducts.
What could cause a gas smell in the exhaust of your 1990 Chevy Camaro RS?
too rich in fuel/air mixture.have your car put on a sun scope and the tech will diagnose/analyze it and make adjustments to your cars computer.
What color is the smoke? Black - running rich. Bluish - buring oil. White - burning coolant. When you smell the gas, it is inside or outside the minivan? Back of the car or near the front?
What would cause smoke from under the hood then have no power at all?
Elictrical fire or burnt out relay. Look for physical signs of fire, burnt wires. Where there's smoke there's fire
