2008 Chevy Equinox

Tiny
GM4077
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  • 2008 CHEVROLET EQUINOX
  • 4 CYL
  • FWD
  • AUTOMATIC
  • 2,500 MILES
What could possibly be causing a strong fishy odor when my a/c or heater is running? Its not constant--it comes and goes but when its there its very noticeable. I never notice it when the car is not running in fact it still has that new car smell before I turn it on in the morning--the dealer is telling me that it might be wiper fluid that's causing it but i've never known wiper fluid to smell like that--help?
Wednesday, December 3rd, 2008 AT 9:31 PM

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Tiny
MHPAUTOS
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Hi there,

Get the heater/Air con ducts treated for mold and mildew, there are preparations designed to combat this problem, often caused by moisture trapped in the A/C air box due to a faulty drain hose.

Mark (mhpautos)
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Wednesday, December 3rd, 2008 AT 10:47 PM

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