Heating and Air Conditioning: Service and Repair

Odors may be emitted from the air conditioning system at startup in hot climates. Debris in the heater/evaporator case or growth of mold on the evaporator core may cause this odor. A service kit is available through GMSPO.

A single application of this deodorizer, GM P/N 12370470, will remove the odor from the air conditioning system. However, installation of a delayed blower control module is recommended to prevent the odor from returning.

1. Clear all the debris from the plenum that draws air from the outside.
2. Disconnect the clutch coil. This will disable the A/C compressor clutch operation.
3. Dry the evaporator core by turning the engine on. In addition, run the blower motor on high and on a recirculating mode, with a temperature control on maximum heat for 10 minutes.
4. Locate an area in the air conditioning duct between the blower motor and the evaporator core, downstream of the blower motor fan.
5. Drill a 1/8 inch hole where it will not interfere with the blower motor,evaporator or any operating part of the system.

IMPORTANT: Use safety goggles and latex gloves for the following step.

6. Keep the blower motor on high and insert the extension tube of the deodorizer, GM P/N 12370470, into the hole past the mark on the tube.
7. Spray the area with short bursts. Dispense the contents of the can over a 2-3 minute period. Vary the direction of the spray into the duct.
8. Turn the engine off.
9. Let the engine sit for 3-5 minutes.
10. Seal the 1/8 inch hole with body sealer or RTV gasket compound.
11. Start the engine and run the fan on high for 15-20 minutes to dry.
12. Reconnect the air conditioning compressor clutch coil and verify the operation.