Stink Fumes from the Dash! (AC Evaporator Foam)

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@spelunkerd 27 күн бұрын

Only Ray could make a cabin air filter replacement entertaining enough for people to keep watching.

@robertgibbons361 26 күн бұрын

😄😄

@SWATT101 27 күн бұрын

What's worse is a dead mouse somewhere in your car lol

@wernerpd777 27 күн бұрын

Been there, done that, got the T-shirt.

@boelensds 27 күн бұрын

Who gave you the T-shirt as i normally do not get one if crap happens.

@Zipppyart 27 күн бұрын

I found the remains of one that got squished by the serpentine belt. I was too squeamish to remove it by hand so I gave a couple quick blasts with ny air gun.

@andyclark8354 27 күн бұрын

Could be worse. Daughter threw up - milk down the rear seat and into the boot (trunk). I sold the car it was rank!

@jflyg2652 27 күн бұрын

Yes it is I bought a used LS430 with a dead mouse and nest in the fan cage. I didn’t see it at first as I change cabin air filters every 6 months. If y’all done have one an ozone generator is worth the investment, about $100.

@dantesinfernopurgatory7826 27 күн бұрын

"Oooh that smell! Can't you smell that smell! Oooh that smell! The smell that's around you!" - Lynyrd Skynrd

@patricklarkin9666 27 күн бұрын

Gimme back my bullets!

@fumanpoo4725 27 күн бұрын

Dead bird...

@mikes-wv3em 27 күн бұрын

the smell of fat orange jesus diaperrrrrrr!

@tjrenegade9807 27 күн бұрын

Pro Tip: before pulling the filter out slip a thin piece of carboard the same size as the filter under the old filter. This way when you pull it out any large debris doesn't fall down into the fan. Living in a rural area with a lot trees this has proven helpful.

@Wheel_Horse 27 күн бұрын

I usually do a light vacuum job in the filter housing in addition.

@omegatotal 27 күн бұрын

Use an Aluminum clipboard from the office supply store

@timfrancis6774 27 күн бұрын

already replaced fan, and need to wire resistor and get a new filter cause of parking under a tree

@JR-kw2nk 26 күн бұрын

I like this idea, always had the problem of debris falling in the fan, thank you!

@Robyrob7771 23 күн бұрын

Locus trees!😖If you know you know!

@edreeves3342 27 күн бұрын

There is a shop near my job I have my oil changed. They used to do that all the time and tell me it would be $70 for an engine air and $60 for my CAF. I would tell them put it all back, I am not paying you $130 for 2 filters that combined don't cost more than $30 from AutoZone and less than 5 minutes of work. Now they already know not to touch them in my car. Only took them 3 years to learn.

@justpray365 27 күн бұрын

So you know they are dishonest and you still go back?! How do you know if they even changed the oil filter? They can just clean it. I’ve seen that before.

@tobbex7372 27 күн бұрын

If it works, it works. Good learning money. FFS, how hard can it be to ask the customer first? "Please note that it was so-and-so long ago it was changed"

@edreeves3342 27 күн бұрын

@@justpray365 It's not that they are dishonest. It's an upsell and I understand that. I would say they were dishonest if they did it and tacked on the charge and then expected me to pay for it. But I understand how it would be seen as them being dishonest.

@justpray365 27 күн бұрын

@@edreeves3342 An upsell is a fair practice to try if the price is fair. Any shop that more than doubles the real cost of installation is dishonest. Good luck. I have seen many cars lately that have been to that kind of shop, and the oil and or oil filter was never changed. One old guy even took his car to the dealer and they didn’t change the oil, oil filter, or air filter. He got charged anyway.

@COBRO98 27 күн бұрын

Show me where those filters combined cost $30 or less, cabin air filters alone are usually $40-60. If you want to buy garbage Walmart FRAM's that are well-known to fall apart, go for it. Imagine risking your $10,000 engine to save $20 on air filters. You probably spend that at Mcdonald's and don't think twice about it.

@gregw4602 27 күн бұрын

Im so glad you use proper English Ray, because at one point you said "I don't smell very well," If you had said I don't smell very good you may have trouble acquiring customers.

@michaelray5595 27 күн бұрын

😂😂😂😂😂😂

@shakerman55 27 күн бұрын

It took me a minute to get that!🤣🤣

@yeahitskimmel 27 күн бұрын

He is worried he doesn't smell good but that's only because he doesn't smell well

@czechmate6916 27 күн бұрын

So true 😂

@brucemadden1626 27 күн бұрын

yez--hee speeka da gut Inglich?😃

@andrewdarden8210 27 күн бұрын

The phrase "Trust but verify" originated as a Russian proverb: "Доверяй, но проверяй" (Doверяй, no proveryay). While the exact origin is unclear, it predates its popularization in the 1980s. Though not the originator, Ronald Reagan, the former US President, is widely credited for bringing the phrase to international attention. He used it frequently during nuclear disarmament talks with the Soviet Union.

@AccountInactive 27 күн бұрын

I remember this from watching Chernobyl 😂

@poorfesor 27 күн бұрын

Reagan made that phrase popular in recent history, I have no clue when it first appeared.

@hammondclarkson9201 27 күн бұрын

I thought Stalin said that.

@TremaineLea 27 күн бұрын

@@hammondclarkson9201Stalin was a paranoid, he trusted zero people.

@poorfesor 27 күн бұрын

@@hammondclarkson9201 Like I said I had no idea who originated it just that Reagan made it famous during his Presidency. Trust, but verify is a Russian proverb, which is rhyming in Russian. The phrase became internationally known in English after Suzanne Massie, a scholar of Russian history, taught it to Ronald Reagan, then president of the United States, the latter of whom used it on several occasions in the context of nuclear disarmament discussions with the Soviet Union. Wikipedia

@craigfin3222 27 күн бұрын

Some of the old cars don't have cabin air filter. My friend took his old Focus to a quick lube shop, clerk came in and showed him a filthy cabin filter, and offered to change it. My friend replied "I have no idea where you got that from, but my car has no cabin filter, I will not back".

@kennethking2301 27 күн бұрын

I was just about to post that a quick lube shop will try and sell you a cabin air filter whether your vehicle has one or not. Also, if they do happen to convince you to replace the cabin air filter, they will charge you more than $40 for a $10 filter.

@craigfin3222 27 күн бұрын

@@kennethking2301 This and on the cars that do have one, it is usually a 5 to 10 min process to change it. However, the quick lube will charge a whole hour's worth of labor.

@curtw8827 27 күн бұрын

I was in a quicky lube for an insurance inspection and watched them bring in a dirty intake filter to a woman, problem was I saw it wasn't even from her car. I put a sharpie mark on my filter so I know if the dirty one is actually from my car.

@donwyoming1936 27 күн бұрын

I put the date & mileage on all my filters when I install them. Plus, I change all my own filters. I tell them not to even bother looking at them.

@module79l28 27 күн бұрын

I just did what Ray said (googled cabin air filter for a Ford Focus) and I found one that fits all models from 1998 to 2007, so I'm calling BS on that story.

@johnfriend862 27 күн бұрын

Ray, I took my truck in for a oil change and was told it needed a new cabin air filter. I told the writer that was strange, because I had just replaced it about 2 weeks prior. A lot of these shops just tell you things hoping you'll be a good little sheep and do it. This same dealership charged me for an engine air filter, which I had not approved prior to their doing it. I always do my own checks just to make sure the oil level is correct prior to leaving. When I opened the hood it was obvious from the dust covering the air filter housing that it hadn't been touched. I opened it up, removed the filter, and two dead butterflies fell out of it. I took it in and showed the service writer the dirty filter, he called out the service manager who immediately offered a refund. I refused their refund, offers of free oil changes, etc. I let them keep the $50 they stole from me, loudly telling every customer and service writer that if they needed to steal money from customers for service not performed that was fine, but they would never see me again. I also left them a scathing review online. They must have called me 10 times afterward, I refused to take their calls.

@StrangerInAStrange 25 күн бұрын

Fargin' Bastiges! Why I've returned to doing my own work, where/when I can. Several years ago I was doing 5,000 mile interval oil changes on the Honda Fit I was driving. Asked the girl that I dealt with in the quick lube place to print a sticker for 5K Miles. 'Oh! I can't do that!' Told me my oil was only good for 3,000 miles, then it would start going bad. She had just attended a company seminar and knew that was true. . .

@duncanhobin8145 27 күн бұрын

Be classed as”hate crime” in the uk we said China like that to the wrong person. You have me saying Chineseiam now though😂

@whoknows8225 27 күн бұрын

UK stands for Upper Korea?

@Salmomlox 27 күн бұрын

Ray you need Guggenheim scissors 🤣🤣

@KentuckyRanger 27 күн бұрын

I'll never forget, when I was informed, that my 2009 Subaru Outback had a cabin filter, 50k miles into ownership. They told me of this, when I was at the dealer, getting warrantee work. They quoted a reasonable price for replacement, so I let them change it. It was sooo disgusting!!! Since then, I replace mine every year!

@JAMES-go9wc 27 күн бұрын

LOLOLOL, that's funny just an MP-5 chilling in the back floorboard.

@scottzehrung4829 27 күн бұрын

I did a rewind to see if it had an orange tip. 😂

@DeeGee-mv6eq 27 күн бұрын

Ray is gangsta now..

@RainmanRaysRepairs 27 күн бұрын

Pants around my waist 🎶

@andyhauser3169 27 күн бұрын

Trust and Verify was said by President Ronald Reagan when discussing relations between the US and the former Soviet Union way back in the 1980's. It was told to President by a Scholar of Russian History by Suzanne Massie

@shaunkelly9053 25 күн бұрын

BG makes stuff for everything.

@CruiserDog-zd6ks 27 күн бұрын

I just realized how good Rays gotten at being a mechanic with one hand.🔧👋

@JackdeDuCoeur 27 күн бұрын

What's EXTREMELY impressive is how you video mechanics can do so much ONE-HANDED!

@loisrinehart6755 27 күн бұрын

I'm an old gearhead from years gone by. I check my wipers, sir filter and cabin air filter on both of my vehicles as well as my county vehicle. I change them routinely once a year unless they look bad, then I change them sooner. Love your videos, Ray. Keep them coming. You and Eric O. can make changing a cabin air filter or wiper blades entertaining. Thanks/

@KentuckyRanger 26 күн бұрын

FYI, I found that Poof really works well, neutralizing any odors in a car, especially smoke and pet odors.

@AldoAgosti-lv5uh 25 күн бұрын

Ray love your channel like I said you’re one of the best on KZfaq knowledgable and your camera shots are really clear and good keep up the good work my friend

@davesawchuk6584 27 күн бұрын

Toyota makes an excellent system cleaner. Works better than the other ones I’ve tried.

@davidr8505 27 күн бұрын

Great video Ray, I stopped my Honda dealership every time I would take my Ridgeline in for an oil change. The service writer would call me “ hey you need an air filter and a cabin filter “ and I would say no very time being very easy to replace. I replaced both air and cabin filter with K&N I know a lot of good and bad reviews on K&N but totally stopped my dealership from calling me. I put a note on my dash “ this vehicle equipped with K&N filters.

@wallebo 27 күн бұрын

What I think about the question posed is that it is very hard to find an honest mechanic. Kudos to Ray!

@kevinmurphy3464 27 күн бұрын

On your question, you show me dirty filters without asking me to check them. How does the “average” customer even know those are from their car/truck? Many a corrupt business will pull that kind of BS. I do my own work, but my dad always told me request the changed out parts be left in the trunk. I thought that was crazy until I actually saw a friend get charged for the parts and labor and they didn’t change a thing. Great reason to bring your business to a trusted mechanics shop and refer them to your friends. If I didn’t request something I’m not paying for it.

@tomford5149 26 күн бұрын

Ahhhhh, smells good, Ray.

@craigcraigster4999 27 күн бұрын

In addition to inspecting/changing the cabin filter on a regular basis, a simple trick I've done over the years is to turn off the A/C shortly before reaching my destination and allowing the cabin fan to continue blowing on the "fresh air" (not "recirc") setting -- this helps prevent condensation/mold buildup inside the HVAC box and the musty smell therein. My 18 y.o. LS430 has zero HVAC odor (despite living in a dusty SoCal desert environment), so either I'm just lucky or there's actually a benefit to my madness. Of course this only works if your system allows you to manually turn off the compressor (mine does even though it's a fully automatic dual zone system) -- newer vehicles may have eliminated the compressor dash switch entirely.

@rwcz28 26 күн бұрын

I always do the same, and have for years. My 2002 Silverado have perfectly operating A/C and no odors when it was sold last year.

@thejoyoffix4720 25 күн бұрын

@@rwcz28 Some cars will run the fan for five minutes after shutting the engine off to let the condensate evaportate and minimise any bacterial growth and odours.

@timwoody3835 27 күн бұрын

The foam reminded me of the classic movie ‘The Blob’.

@elie7761 27 күн бұрын

You are the best! Us gals love watching your channel too! When you found that filter buried behind that panel, my Gen X brain though Ray's found the honeycomb hideout! Seriously, those in cabin air filters are a lifesaver for those of us with allergies and asthma, I def change them often, usually 6-12 months here in my dusty/allergen infused climate. Keep on rocking!

@darbydreher9537 17 күн бұрын

Cabin air filter had NEVER been changed before I purchased (2017) my '06 Volvo xc90 V8. My nose was assaulted by the cornucopia of odors. It had mold, leaf debris, and animal fur embedded. Fresh, clean and leather smell now.

@petes7796 27 күн бұрын

That Tahoe is sounding pretty nice👍

@tattoojayjay 27 күн бұрын

That cab filter just added 4071 horse power to your vehicle 😂

@bagspannaren1410 26 күн бұрын

We use a product called Airco well with which we flush the evaporator clean through the cabin filter box. It’s much better than ozone.

@jamram9924 27 күн бұрын

Our BG representative taught us to spray the entire evaporator and spray the BG Frigi Fresh spray down through the middle vents before the fan was activated. We later used the foam through the fan opening or use the long tube supplied with the foam cleaner down through the center vents. Typically, the center vents were closer to the evaporator. In addition, spray Frigi fresh through the outside intake vent (open outside vent doors) so the chemical can be sucked into the evaporator. We would check the condensation drain tube and occasionally see dark matter draining from the drain after the foam spray was used. It worked very well to eliminate mold and mildew. Change your filters every 10-12,000 miles. You would be amazed of the garbage that enters your vehicle cabin. Great posting Ray.

@RainmanRaysRepairs 27 күн бұрын

I usually like to send it in through the drain tube at the bottom but since I wanted to cam the evaporator I deviated slightly this time

@john_thorpe 27 күн бұрын

@@RainmanRaysRepairs You send it through "the train tube" ... where's that located?? 🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣

@RainmanRaysRepairs 27 күн бұрын

@@john_thorpe hahaha typo

@christopherhodge6154 16 күн бұрын

Wow, this procedure with the BG product is completely incorrect. BG Frigi Fresh is to be sprayed thru the outside fresh air vent at the front cowl with the blower motor fan speed ON and not ON recycled air but outside air and cycle thru each vent setting between sprays and the entire product is to be used. Also, BG or any other aftermarket products can be used to clean the evaporator thru the drain tube. This is foam cleaner application and different product. I saw this and all I saw was the product used as a "cologne" and a typical cabin air filter replacement. IMHO and from experience, not how it should be done at all. Improper use of the SNAKE OIL.

@jetman1979 25 күн бұрын

That is a stellar way to see if you have a filter.

@ahmadghosheh3104 24 күн бұрын

I like the Toyota kit you spray through the drain Hose and then spray the second can through the cowl into the blower. Worked well for my Camry when it started to smell like gym socks

@heyjero77 27 күн бұрын

Most GM HVAC systems have a feature called "Afterblow" that can be activated using a bidirectional scanner. It works by running the blower for an amount of time, after the vehicle has been driven & parked. This dries out the EVAP from excess moisture, where mold/mildew like to live. Especially useful for humid environments like Florida!

@vclamp 26 күн бұрын

The secret benefit of a HEPA cabin air filter is that the inside of the windshield glass stays clean far longer than with a regular filter.

@kanightkanievil 23 күн бұрын

Another thing to check is the channel under the windshield on the outside. It is where the fresh air inlet is and also where the water coming off the windshield drains. If the drain hole gets blocked it can allow the water to drain inside the vehicle through the fresh air inlet sometimes leaving puddles on your floor board or just soaking your carpets and causing a bad smell.

@thomasswalley1075 27 күн бұрын

One of my customers pronounce it "ChEEnah". Also, when I worked for a major parts company, we were trained to tell the retail customer that the box was made in China, but the product was made in the USA.

@AKChryslertech 27 күн бұрын

At my dealership, we dont charge labor for cabin air filters and engine air filters. We only charge for the filters themselves.

@jeffschnee1167 27 күн бұрын

I've used the foam treatment by removing the filter, replacing the cover, and then putting in half of the spray into the condensation tube and the rest into the air intakes under the cowel (sp?). Then run the vents on high for 5 minutes. Then liquid schmoo comes out of condensation tube.

@stephenross9282 27 күн бұрын

Was like dang rays a gangster. Has an mp5 just sitting in the back

@JohnBradley-ut2qi 27 күн бұрын

I agree with you 100%. That is a sham service performed by scrupulous dealers.

@christopherduke8283 25 күн бұрын

This vid is so well timed for me personally as I have my own “Project Chrysler of Japan “ with rodent damage in the vent system🤦‍♂️👍

@vitorcosta8765 27 күн бұрын

“I had it, then I lost it! The story of my life.” Gets me ROFL every time. Thanks for the content Mr Ray.

@background0001 27 күн бұрын

ray is a mechanic in a can!

@johngregory662 26 күн бұрын

Fun video. Yes I do believe cabin air filters are necessary. Live confidently and peacefully

@teacfan1080 27 күн бұрын

We went decades without cabin air filters and dealt with it. However, while watching this video I went ahead and ordered a new cabin filter and engine filter too. Thanks for the reminder!

@harrylumsdon6773 27 күн бұрын

For the house, i use a spray can adapter squeeze thing, can of lysol, turn ac fan on, and put can in ac duct by filter ,

@aaronbritt2025 26 күн бұрын

I usually don't charge labor for an air filter, if I'm doing any other work. Supposed to do the foam with the cabin filter out. You get more air flow with it out. Also, I use Febreze on the carpets and headliner.

@seamasrigh2162 27 күн бұрын

I change my cabin air filters yearly. My home A/C filter monthly. I'm known to smoke a cigar or two in my truck on occasion. There you go.

@georgetubbs8211 27 күн бұрын

IVE USED 409 ON MINE BEFORE. ITS AMAZING THE CRAP IT REMOVES FROM THE FINS.

@mikehutcheson8602 27 күн бұрын

I did a cabin filter job on my in-laws car a year ago. The filter was original when I removed it. 2014 Honda HRV. The filter was black from debris and grime. The fan and evap needed a good clean as well. I did a similar process to what Ray just did. Mint result. Now my in-laws come to me do all their car service work.

@radieter1 26 күн бұрын

Great video! I noticed that this car requires a lot of steps to remove the filter. All I have to do on my car is open up the glove box and it’s right there.

@stevea3514 27 күн бұрын

I have the exact same thing, but it from smoking when I was younger. It is a double edged sword though, bad smells are never a problem but it meant I got all the nappy changes for the kids number 2's....

@tman1990 22 күн бұрын

Well thanks to watching your videos I also use the word Chinesium.

@GregorydavidMck 27 күн бұрын

It's like the way we say Geuurrrrmany up here in Chinada.. Cheers.

@MrDopey32 27 күн бұрын

Yes, they are necessary. Helps when you have an exhaust leak under the hood or burning oil smells. They do help with people having bad allergies. People who smoke 🚬 need to change them, I'm one of those people who smoke 🚬. I have children, and I prefer it to have cleaner air for them, ( I don't smoke while they're in the car). I greatly enjoy when I have a nonsmoker in my car and they compliment me on the clean air smell without air freshener 😊

@user-lz7oe4ed2t 27 күн бұрын

Thanks Ray, many vehicles I have owned are even easier to do, just lower the glove department open the filter area with 2 clips on it change filter and reassemble. Takes about 5 to 10 minutes as I also shop vac the area out as well.

@jamiecaskey7287 27 күн бұрын

Hey Ray great video! I was a GM tech back in late 80’s and into early 90’s. Would run into stinky ducts and such. GM actually covered it if I’m not mistaken, the was a can of disinfectant you’d spray up thru the drain hole and use air pressure to blow it around some. Seemed to work pretty great as I recall. Anyways please keep them comin Ray. I’ve enjoyed everyone of them, especially since you went out on yer own! Peace and loves to all yall

@1DarkStorm 27 күн бұрын

Welcoming back!

@thatrealba 26 күн бұрын

"I never touch it back there." - Ray 2024

@newsnowriversidesgtrock8144 27 күн бұрын

Any time the air is cleaned it is better than no cleaning!

@i82996 27 күн бұрын

That is a clever hack. I would have gone on line to see the owner's manual repair scheme and that takes far more time than just looking up the replacement part.

@gregoryclenny6271 27 күн бұрын

The "paper" is called "media", just FYI from a trucker that hauls it often.

@i82996 27 күн бұрын

Electrostatic is like rubbing your sweater and then getting a shock on a ground. The material will "loose electrons" and attract any charged particles going through.

@gimmeaford9454 27 күн бұрын

I only replaced my cabin air filter once. Found it too expensive so I just wash it and reinstall. I decided to do the same thing for my house air conditioning system.

@ghettsumm7949 23 күн бұрын

Cabin air filters are a must have where I'm at,.....They work well especially when marijuana and diesel fumes are everywhere! Just set the system to recirculate and the outside odors disappear!.

@AKChryslertech 27 күн бұрын

Ray those microguard heppa filters are badass! Those are what i use on my own vehicles.

@deant876 25 күн бұрын

Every car/truck needs a fresh air cabin filter. Not just for making the air you breath cleaner. But it will stop alot of the larger stuff from plugging the evaporator/ heater core. To change that filter a few times a year, is way easier than pulling out a plugged heater core

@davesvoboda2785 27 күн бұрын

Trust but verify. That was RayGun, you young-un.

@danszulc45 27 күн бұрын

The cabin air filter replacement on my pathfinder is a PITA. Its like they didnt think about replacment when they designed the damn thing. You have to squish the filter to get it to fit. Seems like a great way to leave a gap where air can just pass right by.

@RaymondEldridge-lm8dk 27 күн бұрын

Lysol disinfecting spray works fantastic

@Mountainbaseddweller 27 күн бұрын

Cabin air filter is a must! But wish you did not have to dig out half of the dash to get to it! Love the channel Ray..glad to see you are prospering!

@Vondoodle 27 күн бұрын

Well at least they made it easy to replace

@blackenigma1054 27 күн бұрын

I thought he said “ I don’t trust those damn fried chicken places!!!😂😂😂😂👍🏿

@gwelte 27 күн бұрын

I don't know why I find it so funny to see Ray throw empty spay cans.

@charlesslack8090 26 күн бұрын

We never had any issues with dirty and stinking cabin air filters until the invention of the damn thing. Not sure how we all survived without them!

@pete4511 27 күн бұрын

Ha. Last year I purchased a 2002 Toyota 4Runner. The next day I went to Autozone to pick up oil and all the filters to service it. The book by the filter section listed a cabin air filter so I got one. After spending way too long looking for it, I did some googeling and found out that my 4Runner doesn't actually have a cabin air filter. In fact, no 3rd gen 4Runner has a cabin air filter.

@donwyoming1936 27 күн бұрын

My 2010 Escape has a cabin air filter listed at some parts places, and no filter at others. It doesn't have one.

@TremaineLea 27 күн бұрын

The reason you may find one listed is because you can add them aftermarket when the vehicle wasn't equipped with one. Definitely more common as an aftermarket item for off-road/4x4 type vehicles.

@aderi31415 27 күн бұрын

@@donwyoming1936 I have a 2009 Escape and I just checked the service manual. At certain mileages it says "Replace cabin air filter (if equipped)."

@pete4511 27 күн бұрын

@@TremaineLea The only aftermarket one I've found is a custom 3d printed contraption with a custom filter. The one at Autozone definitely isn't that. To put in the custom one, you have to remove the fan. I'll just run without.

@peterbenson3776 27 күн бұрын

I like having the filters

@andrewh9629 27 күн бұрын

Hey ray. Re your mention of the ozone machine, youre right ozone can work but the most knowledgeable detailers have moved away from it as a quick fix because they are unsafe in amateur hands and also cause significant ageing of interior plastics etc from only a single treatment. 😊

@henrybucki7813 20 күн бұрын

arrow flow is which side has the glue sprayed on to collect the dirt ,paul havery used to hack a non electric static filter. filter had something like nylon strings running thru filter and worked sort of like the way a comb running thru your hair and then picking up small bits of paper . they really didnt work that well

@richardschmidt6619 27 күн бұрын

They do recommend to change the filter every year. Just like the filter on your home heating/AC unit they get dirty. The problem is where they put them. They have gotten better in the placement of them. But some makes you have to dismantle a lot of stuff to get to the filter. When I went to Auto Zone to get a replacement cabin filter for my 2020 Colorado. The counter person didn't know what he was looking for. After asking about engine size and if it was 4 or 2 wheel drive, he told me that they were out. So I went to O'Reilly. They just asked if I wanted a regular filter or a hepa filter. So asking at the auto parts store may not always be helpful.

@GeorgeZ213 18 күн бұрын

That new filter is made in Murica!

@derekh3577 24 күн бұрын

That comment quote was Pres. Regan

@byrondaniel4410 27 күн бұрын

I've used that cleaner it worked pretty good to be honest better than i thought

@wxdave5448 27 күн бұрын

I had one vehicle in the past that suffered from stinky evap air. Dealership did the ozone thing but that didn’t get the job done. They probably really needed to do a treatment like Ray does here.

@stuglenn1112 27 күн бұрын

My vehicle has no cabin air filter. I actually cut small holes in the HVAC box with a Dremel tool. A small round one before the AC coil and a little bigger square one after the coil. The small round in front lets me see how dirty the coil is and spray cleaner in, I had a tad over 100K when I did this and it was unbelievably filthy and clogged. I used one of those foaming house hold cleaners. From the back side square hole I used a shop vac to blow air through the opposite way. Worked pretty well. Afterwards I duct taped up the holes. I check it again In another 100K. lol

@sameftek9799 27 күн бұрын

Love it. Chyna!

@solargarage 27 күн бұрын

Excellent video. For 2009-2019's Ram 1500/2500/3500's if you do not have a cabin air filter, they can be added with a quick mod if you would like to do so.

@DavidVail-tp6gy 27 күн бұрын

I have used Ozium and love it. have a smokers car and it removed all traces! be sure to clean up surfaces first. make sure you run the AC or fan in recirc , close doors and windows and let it do it's thing for ten minutes

@rickcharb5024 27 күн бұрын

My 98 4Runner has no cabin air filter - After 20 years the blower squirrel cage was packed full of cottonwood fluff & it started to vibrate, so after removing all that fluff it was good as new and the airflow was back to original volume. Never noticed the reduced air flow as it slowly dropped when the fan filled up over those 20 years. Amazing how much air was making it thru all that fluff....it was packed solid (lots of cottonwood trees here)

@martyh9309 23 күн бұрын

Maybe the smell was from that pair of shoes in the back seat. 🤣🤣🤣

@brettemerich3237 27 күн бұрын

I heard the pronunciation Chinna too which short I. Some dealership charge $15 line item for lightbulbs for the expensive car where they are hard to get and a car that it takes 30seconds to get out the same price. Have a great day Ray