How to Remove Car Odors in 6 Steps

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This quick video guide on removing funky smells from your car interior. This is by no means an exhaustive list, but certainly something any car owner can do easily and without major tools or machines. If the smell has not subsided or decreased after these steps, you may need to seek professional services. A list of products used are in the list below. Thx for watching! -L
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@scott1564 6 жыл бұрын

"The best smelling car is one that doesn't smell at all." Greatness!

@pakoherte7479 3 жыл бұрын

@Cameron Hudock p 9990988i8i]pool]]ppl link puuuiiiii

@StephenJohnson-jb7xe 2 жыл бұрын

Lots of good tips here, I particularly like the tip for spraying vent cleaner into the the vents and running the A/C. I bought an old SUV from someone who loved to eat (and spill food) in it and their dog was a regular passenger. It took a lot of work to get it clean, I found dried cola and food in just about every crevice.

@AVB2 5 жыл бұрын

I bought a 2010 Edge that was owned for 8 years by a smoker. The smell was pretty bad, so I bought some Super Clean, Windex, Meguires Leather Cleaner, Febreze Lavender odor remover, carpet shampoo, Lysol Lavender disinfectant and about 10 white terry cloth tea towels. I double cleaned absolutely every surface inside the car, including the spare tire, the jack and the well they sit in. I changed the cabin air filter and I squirted Lysol onto the fan blades and the filter before reinserting it, then I put the A/C on recirculate and squirted Lysol directly into the thing where the fan pulls the air in and let it run for several minutes then I flipped it on regular A/C and went outside and squirted more Lysol into the grill at the base of the windshield. I took the floor mats to the car wash and blasted them with high pressure hot water and soap and hung them up to dry. Scrubbing the carpets two times not only got rid of the cigarette smell but lots of dirt too! There is no cigarette odor anymore just a very faint smell of lavender which gets fainter every day.

@aarongould3326 5 жыл бұрын

So what actually fixed the smell

@thetruth3316 5 жыл бұрын

Why didn't you just buy new mats instead

@MiddleEasternGuy 5 жыл бұрын

Ozone generator helps as well.

@bradleyleacock3381 4 жыл бұрын

Sounds like you should have just bought ammo shagg and saved a few bucks haha

@aidanfordsword6954 3 жыл бұрын

@@paw45 or you could clean the car.

@redtaylor4936 4 жыл бұрын

Thank you.I bought a car and my daughter has severe asthma that was the whole point on getting the car to get her back and forth to the hospital.And doc appointments.She couldn't even get in the smell was so strong.Thank you!

@davetires7300 6 жыл бұрын

Great Tutorial Larry I enjoy your “Detailed”approach to all your helpful videos 🤓

@LiamDrives 6 жыл бұрын

Been trying to make my car car small better. I’ll have to try these tips! Thanks Larry Love the channel

@lolman77 6 жыл бұрын

Plus, small tip: cleaning the seatbelt is also what will fix your belt when it's not rolling back up anymore. It is not because it became stiff, because of the dirt. Hot water and cleaning will fix that.

@01123581321341 2 жыл бұрын

I used the baking soda tip on fabric seats and it took the odour out overnight completely 👌

@inri9817 6 жыл бұрын

So much passion on what he does!

@teresasaint7220 6 жыл бұрын

❤️ that you identify the headliner area where smells tend to accumulate! 😳 Srsly.

@ChineseSweatShoppe 6 жыл бұрын

So I've been going back and re-watching all of your videos, good shit brother. Not sure it liking them helps, but I like them all.

@SpaceEngineerErich 6 жыл бұрын

Awesome video. I never had that issue with the new car smell. The newest car I every bought was 7 years old.

@oiram1189 6 жыл бұрын

Didn't expect less from your channel ! Amazing video man !

@florianblochl5843 6 жыл бұрын

Great Job Larry. Keep on rockin and greetings from Germany

@moneygeewtee 6 жыл бұрын

Excellent tip and video. I will definitely use when cleaning my vehicles!

@Strike86 6 жыл бұрын

Loving the new camera and stuff Larry - production values have jumped for sure!

@juffurey 6 жыл бұрын

resolve high traffic carpet spray foam works amazingly in cars. scrub in it on the carpets, just let it sit on the upholstery. vacuum it up and the odors will be completely removed.

@detailingandstuff 6 жыл бұрын

I wish Larry would license his products to a large distributor so I could actually afford his products.

@junky6109 2 жыл бұрын

huh they arent even expensive

@JeanSuki 2 жыл бұрын

That comment was 4 years ago, maybe he actually listend to the comment?

@jimmylee2745 Жыл бұрын

He does have some distributors that that sell his products. A big chain store in Canada called Canadian tiress and other stores sell them . They don't have all the line but most of his popular items .

@robertnavarre6401 9 ай бұрын

@@jimmylee2745I haven’t seen any in Canadian Tire.

@jakegray2785 Ай бұрын

@@junky6109yeah.. $2,000 for a steam cleaner.. so not expensive

@justinmickelson772 6 жыл бұрын

This is awesome, just got a 94 E320 Wagon,. This will be my first step before driving it!!! Thanks

@bleachman9000 6 жыл бұрын

Larry, I'm not sure what happened, but you seem so much happier in your newer videos than your old ones. Hoping that everything is going well, thanks for the great content! :D

@TheWondutch 6 жыл бұрын

Larry I've been watching your channel for awhile and love all the tips and tricks with cleaning and polishing cars. Wondering if you have any advice for cleaning boat interiors?

@torks2339 6 жыл бұрын

Larry, can we please have a decent video of your refurbed Porsche. I don't even recall seein a walkaround on your awesome footage you shot.

@Trickyrickie 6 жыл бұрын

Tor Kellett-Smith The Smoking Tire youutube channel has a video of the car.

@RiddimDubstep 6 жыл бұрын

Great. Now I need to buy a car.

@geethsan1567 6 жыл бұрын

Me too thanks.

@pyrorye-80 4 жыл бұрын

Lmao

@FishingwithCristina 2 жыл бұрын

I remember that as a little girl the new car smell got me sick it made me very nauseous to this day it still does I don't like it thank you so much for sharing that information with us.

@7477238 6 жыл бұрын

Great video. Practical information and high quality product.

@transporter2025 6 жыл бұрын

oh dude , it is very helpful. hats of you man. thank you so much. keep it up.

@adeelcyril3339 6 жыл бұрын

Larry's the man! Great content as always...

@Tigrisshark 6 жыл бұрын

How to clean a child-seat. Awesome- can't tell you how much I was looking forward to this one. Give it a year or two and we'll get "How to remove chocolate-smears" and two or three years down the line the "How to remove grass stains from football-practise" ;) And no, I am not sarcastic- I honestly am stoked for all three vids :) I've learned so much through Larrys advice and when he learns new things (no matter if they are residue control or child seat-cleaning), he shares them so we can learn. Didn't use Shag on my seats till now or Mousse on plastic- will have to give that shot.

@ralphmendoza4563 5 жыл бұрын

Awesome video, I enjoy cleaning interior, I do agree with you new car smell is very bad for you, I did some research on this matter, the order come from the New Foam .

@edwinvalle9572 4 жыл бұрын

Fan of the page! Thanks You for always giving us great info and tips. Wondering what your view is on using an Ozone Machine to remove bad odors.

@SUPERSAILON1 6 жыл бұрын

Nice to have you Back Larry!

@emilkrumin6206 6 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the good tipps. Definately gonna try them out.

@RobxDrew 6 жыл бұрын

Awesome video again, Larry! Question, what's the fragrance that you use for Ammo Reflex? I can't stop sniffing the stuff when I'm applying it to my car! It smells amazing! What are the chances that you make an Ammo Air Freshener with that scent? 👍

@TheJustp91 4 жыл бұрын

Quick Tip! If you have leaves or Debris(like acorns) vacuum or blow out the housing before putting in a new cabin air filter. Any acorns are just hard enough to ruin the blower motor causing a noise or in some cases a horrible vibration!

@crystalclear451 6 жыл бұрын

I have actually recreated the new car smell with Bondo mixed up on a pad left under the seat that should give you an idea of what you're smelling

@cesarofficial7901 4 жыл бұрын

Great job sir. I tried detailing also but it's not perfect. Thanks for sharing now I have an idea.

@lukewestley3617 6 жыл бұрын

Cheers Larry, awesome tips as usual!

@HeuristicsEnjoyer 6 жыл бұрын

This guy must have the cleanest car in the world

@trippripp6398 5 жыл бұрын

I bet Chrisfix has cleaner cars.

@kronos0848 4 жыл бұрын

I'm guessing you haven't heard of the Detail Geek?

@AGNDAHOUSE 4 жыл бұрын

@@trippripp6398 why

@henrycollins2478 3 жыл бұрын

Non of you have heard of Matt morman

@Jkstolz 5 жыл бұрын

New Car Scent is my fave scented tree flavor. I’ve never had a new car. It’s the best fake smell of all the trees... not because I love new car smell subconsciously. 😄

@StephenJohnson-jb7xe 2 жыл бұрын

I like that scent too but I don't actually think it really smells like a new car. BTW I just thought I would point out that if something is subconscious you are most likely not aware of it or was that a joke that went over my head?

@dan_zehner 6 жыл бұрын

Been a while since I've watched your videos (sorry... kids! 'Nuff said lol), but this one was very timely. I need to do this for both our cars before the holiday travel season! :) :) Hope your family is doing well! You're awesome!

@joesarb6455 4 жыл бұрын

Six years ago ,my family and I were driving around in our new VW SUV and in less than half an hour my 10 yrs old son started to feel nauseated and eventually puked on the floor. I knew that the gas out effect had a bit of effect on me but my son couldn't withstand it. So I agree that we must keep windows slightly open when driving a new car.

@Ilovenetworking 6 жыл бұрын

Great video, thanks for sharing your knowledge.

@DONphantasmo 5 жыл бұрын

I like these quick videos. Good, straight and to the point. I (personally) dislike the 17+ minute videos. I'm trying to watch this real quick, not watch a full episode... So, great job on this one!!!

@simpliciosulapas2771 2 жыл бұрын

Gudday po where store buy this ammo?

@ZzachBbrown 6 жыл бұрын

I think I'll tackle my interior in this manner, over the weekend.

@UZI9MMAUTO 2 жыл бұрын

I buy ground french vanilla coffee. Out it all over, under the inside of vehicle material. I've let it set for 2 days at times. I Then vacuum it which smells great! Vanilla goes through plastics. 😎 Coffee grounds both absorb & replace odors. Leaving a nice coffee/vanilla scent. 👍 Try it.

@devilskullBEL 6 жыл бұрын

Awesome video, once again. Good to know I was already doing a good job. I don't get the baking soda part though? As for the mousse, I assume regular leather conditioner works too? I've just bought a 'new' car (1992 Caprice wagon) myself which I should receive in 2 weeks, can't wait to clean it ^^

@Flameing_Stick 6 жыл бұрын

great video as always Larry😁

@DetailxpertsNet1 5 жыл бұрын

Many smelly problems in vehicles come down to mold or mildew growth somewhere within the car. During summer, when we rely on air-condition to help us survive the scorching heat, our cars are susceptible to growing molds. We usually have our windows closed during summer to have the cold air from the air-conditioner to circulate. That alone will make the mold thrive and survive inside our cars.

@joseandresberr5775 4 жыл бұрын

Im a fireman and my Subaru xv was driven in the middle of a forest in fire, and it toke years to discover that the only way to eliminate the smell from fabric and plastic parts ways with vinegar. The situation is a little extreme, but I hope my experience helps somebody to solve similars problems. It was no posible to desamble the entire car, but now thw car smell better.

@thebestcommentary788 4 жыл бұрын

Did you spray or how did you get the smell out? I used vinegar in car before and the vinegar. smell lingered a long time

@nightmarecivic 6 жыл бұрын

Waiting for that Gelee to be in stock again. Good video as well

@PEACE_888 6 жыл бұрын

Larry yet another great upload thamks

@Justin-tn7yp 6 жыл бұрын

AMMO could you do a video on how to properly re “paint” your leather seats. I’ve seen it done frequently on others E46 M3s but would be an interesting video if there is a proper way to do it

@wpeneyra 6 жыл бұрын

Love your vids. Can you use a mixture of alcohol and water or rubbing alcohol alone to spray the A/C vents and ducts?

@JAIMEGARCIA-gw9re 6 жыл бұрын

This guy is a god of detailing.

@becomematrix 6 жыл бұрын

Really like the baking soda trick!

@jibmaster 5 жыл бұрын

Would are your thoughts regarding using a steamer on the seatbelts and other parts of the interior using this high heat process as a form of eliminating odors?

@MrDarren251 6 жыл бұрын

I wish we had a detailer like you in the uk.

@sofakingtouge2399 6 жыл бұрын

I use weathertech floor mats. Makes keeping your car clean way easier.

@samirsami570 6 жыл бұрын

Your a smart guy and your doing a good job, but It's even better when you suggest a diy or a household alternatives, this way you will be teaching people, advertising for your products and get more subscribers at the same time. Let people choose, that will give them confidence Thank you, you've been a great help

@erock5010 5 жыл бұрын

Yes you are correct! He's only advertising his products so it's like what the fuc

@thomasliljebakksund1 4 жыл бұрын

Maybe because his products work and dish soap doesnt

@bodhim4353 4 жыл бұрын

@MysteriousOklahoma lol "Greed"

@artoriasoftheabyss1575 3 жыл бұрын

@Mr. Fluorocarb people are allowed to criticize whatever they watch

@danchen6783 3 жыл бұрын

Please. The guy dedicated his life to doing this job better and has the balls to actually spend time learning chemistry and formulating his own stuff that he feels is better than the competition. It’s like complaining that Ben & Jerry’s doesn’t show Haagen Daz ice cream. It’s not easy getting product into national channels and not necessarily even the best way to distribute. The guy does an amazing job educating the public. If he promos his own product in a video he produced himself and does a detail he does himself what crime is he committing?

@WILLSPA50 6 жыл бұрын

Awesome video! Thank you :)

@markdaman9 6 жыл бұрын

The slow motion baking soda falling looks way cool 2:32

@Deyy68 2 жыл бұрын

Mine reaks of years worth of weed smoking, I’m high rn and I hope that makes sense. Thanks for this ✅

@maxst2 6 жыл бұрын

Loved the leather smell in my wrx

@ironlung8780 6 жыл бұрын

Will give it a go. Thanks!

@TheJoeracer007 6 жыл бұрын

Very useful video sir. Thank you

@claytongodfrey3225 5 жыл бұрын

Hi Larry. Can you do a review of your Festool vac please? Is it a good vacuum for car detailing?

@wyattoneable 6 жыл бұрын

Excellent!

@a2235 6 жыл бұрын

Awesome! What do you recommend to clean BMW vinyl interiors?

@michalmruk8912 6 жыл бұрын

As always lovely video

@stephencarney3982 6 жыл бұрын

This video is incredible

@TheHBClan 5 жыл бұрын

very, very, very helpful!!! Thank you. New Subscriber!!!

@StephenVTran 4 жыл бұрын

Hey ammo nyc, thanks for these tips. How would I clean nylon like car seats? I drive a 2016 Scion iA

@georgejin1764 6 жыл бұрын

thank you larry!!

@MsVan13 2 жыл бұрын

Super handy video thanks

@delta2978 6 жыл бұрын

Hey Larry, you think you'll ever make an Ammo car cover in the future?

@joedouglas2736 6 жыл бұрын

We need more videos from ammo nyc!😭😭

@ryanfulkman 5 жыл бұрын

Last summer my friend spilled about 2 cups worth of milk on my backseat. We were heading to work and I had no choice but to let it sit for almost 10 hours. When I got home later that day I just unbolted the seat and saturated center seatbelt buckle. I did not have the proper tools or chemicals to tackle this problem and I needed the car for work the following day. Here it is 5 months later. The backseat has been aired out for all this time but I don’t have a clue as to what I should do to make the seat safe to put back in the car. It’s a bench style seat. A giant block of foam wrapped in black cloth. I know hiding underneath the cloth is some nasty looking foam. 😔

@Mrunal4Tech 6 жыл бұрын

Nice Subaru Larry, Did you get the 2018 Outback too?

@michaelcheatham7665 5 жыл бұрын

Good information...Thanks

@markusbendi 6 жыл бұрын

Hey Larry do you have any idea how to remove old imprignation over spray spots from leather,vinyl and plastic surfaces in the interior in a safe way?

@Arlene_DOTK 4 жыл бұрын

Awesome video with helpful tips, thank you! 👍I just purchased a previously owned SUV and I want to do a complete detail and clean the whole thing out before I drive it.

@axelbart7470 6 жыл бұрын

Thanks very good information

@thejonathanhouston 4 жыл бұрын

What would you recommend to remove smells from a 2018 Mustang with heated/cooled Alcantara seats? Would the baking soda and your spray work?

@tokamana 5 жыл бұрын

perfect statement, the best smelling car is a car that doesn't smell at all! That's what I tell the wife when she wants to hang an air freshener in the car to get rid of odors ... Thanks for the great video!

@joshcostello5278 6 жыл бұрын

Hello just wanted a quick tip unrelated to this, I want to apply a sealant to my car and would prefer to strip the wax first, what is your preferred method for stripping wax? Do you have any videos on it or can you just tell me?

@aeperformance48 6 жыл бұрын

Do you have any suggestions for an alternative to AMMO Shag? I bought some earlier this summer and it worked great but right now tuition bills are my priority so I'm looking for a relatively cheap option

@pand9765 5 жыл бұрын

Thank you!

@HouseLightweight 6 жыл бұрын

I was wondering why my new car already needed the front windshield cleaned. Thanks for this video great content as always.

@XxLeanxMeanxX 5 жыл бұрын

This guy is the man -

@travissk5036 5 жыл бұрын

Great info

@sultannauryzbayev4444 4 жыл бұрын

Thanx for advise

@ek_lui5596 6 жыл бұрын

Make more videos please i love em!!!

@MrAnderson610 2 жыл бұрын

Cool...! Thanks for posting - New Subscriber

@bigchiefbear 5 жыл бұрын

Another well made video.plenty info. Plus you don't talk down to us .feel like we are all equals.😎

@Porschik 5 жыл бұрын

I've noticed that expensive brand new cars don't smell as 'new cars'. Cheap ones do though.

@michaelschausten5257 4 жыл бұрын

Facts. My BMW smelled like pure leather. Really subtle. It was really nice.

@artoriasoftheabyss1575 3 жыл бұрын

@@michaelschausten5257 lol bmws especially reek of nasty smell also mercedes

@michaelschausten5257 3 жыл бұрын

@@artoriasoftheabyss1575 maybe the old beat up ones that you owned... Or maybe only sat in at the local junk yard 😂😂

@Suldusk 3 жыл бұрын

@@michaelschausten5257 true. Only older bmws smell like crayons and older mercs smell like petrol

@wlesie6067 3 жыл бұрын

Why does Germans even in cars need to have a crosshair like in Junkers Ju 87 from World War II? pl.wikipedia.org/wiki/Mercedes-Benz_klasy_E#/media/Plik:Mercedes_W124_front_20080228.jpg

@8828RR 6 жыл бұрын

What do you do when you have perforated leather seats? Is it ok to sprinkle the baking soda into the seats?

@evolvewithgenamarie663 2 жыл бұрын

Awesome!

@xKingUVHearts 6 жыл бұрын

@ammoNYC Would you be able to recommend or do a video for people just starting out? Im Orlando right now and I'd like to start my own wash/interior detail plus vacuum business just for myself. So far all I have are products I use on my car. Would you be able to recommend a "lean" start up set just to get me started. I care about my car and only want the best products for it and my clients cars.