A/C System - Musty Odors
Group 64
Heating and Air Conditioning
Woodcliff Lake, NJ
Service Engineering
January 2001
This Service Information bulletin replaces S.I.
64 08 91 dated October 1991.
SUBJECT: Musty Odors from Air Conditioning
System
MODEL: All
SITUATION:
Under certain environmental conditions, moisture
that remains/condenses on the evaporator after
the vehicle's ignition is turned OFF may eventually
result in a musty odor coming from the vents when
the air conditioner is first switched ON.
CORRECTION:
On customer complaint basis only, apply air
conditioning disinfectant to produce an environment
inhospitable to microorganisms.
Disinfectant (AirPlus A/C Cleaner Scented Kit
- 10531-S) that can be used to treat air conditioning
systems is available.
Important Notes:
1. Follow the manufactures direction exactly.
2. Observe all precautions on container.
3. Before applying the product remove the microfilter.
Reinstall (or replace if necessary) the microfilter
after cleaning service was completed.
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