Car Smells and What the Issue Could Be

Owning a car means that you must be ready to take it for regular servicing. However, many car owners do not know when to take their cars to a service center. But several indicators can guide you through what you may need to know about your vehicle. One of the most common ones is the foul smell coming from your car. Here we happily share some of the most common car odors and probably what they might be.

Burned Rubber

Several causes contribute to the smell of burned rubber in your car. One of the most popular among them all is the friction in the car's drive belt. That burning smell may also be brought about by leaking oil. A mechanic would help diagnose the problem with immediate effect.

Burned Carpet

The irritating smell of a burned carpet may be caused by various issues emanating from your car brakes. If you have probably used the brakes extensively, this smell may be caused by overheating in the brake pads. There are other times when the smell comes from worn brake pads. If that is the case, you may not wait for the car to cool down. Schedule an appointment with us, and we can do a proper diagnosis.

Gym Clothes

If you find that your car is developing some suspicious locker room smell, consider checking the air conditioning system. The mildew grows in the car's AC evaporator, thus creating the foul smell. The solution here is to run the fan on high a mile away from your home to help dry the entire mildew. If this fails, seek professional help to clean out that mildew.

Syrup

Any time the syrup smell is evident in your car, then it is good to know that there is a leaking coolant fluid somewhere in your car parts. The scent is apparent when the vehicle runs or when you have just turned off the car engine. The leaking coolant can pass through several sources, including intake manifold gaskets, a heater, the cylinder head, or even the radiator hose when you notice that maple syrup scent, you may need to check on the radiator or the radiator cap for repairs.

Sulfur or Rotten Eggs

If you continue to notice a sulfur smell when your car is running, consider looking for a sharp mechanic. The issue here is with a failed catalytic converter and is usually created by small amounts of sulfur in the gasoline that has not converted to sulfur dioxide.

If the car produces any unusual smell, contact or visit our Toyota dealership for diagnosis or servicing. All of our staff are ready to help get your car back in its proper, top-notch condition.