Volkswagen Polo Service & Repair Manual: Odor from the Heater and A/C Unit
Possible Concerns
Note
The A/C system is functioning correctly when the air flowing
from the instrument panel vents has a temperature of 70C
or lower.
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Odor from Evaporator or Heat Exchanger?
Fishy smell
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From leak at cooling system of engine or of A/C system
heater core.
Note
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Other materials:
A/C Compressor without Magnetic Clutch
Caution
Non-approved tools or materials such as leak sealing
additives can cause damage or malfunctions in the
system.
Only use tools and materials approved by the
manufactu ...
Checklist
Carry out the steps in the specified order :
With the engine at operating temperature,
park the vehicle on a level surface to ensure that the engine oil reading is
correct.
Switch off the engine and wait a few minutes
for the engine oil to flow back into the sump.
Open the ...
Warning lamp
First read and observe the introductory information
and safety warnings
Lit up
Possible cause
Solution
At least one vehicle door is opened or not
properly closed.
Do not drive on!
Open the appropriate vehicle door and then c ...
