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Old 05-04-2012, 01:46 PM
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Evaporator cleaning

I bought the Klima cleaner and was doing a lot of searches to know where to shoot it in a 3g TL.

Do you guys know where to shoot this stuff to clean the evaporator in a 3G ?

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Old 05-04-2012, 11:14 PM
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Why do you think you need to clean it? Unless it's because of a smell (mold/mildew and after you've replaced the filter) I would not bother. The cabin filter makes cleaning for dust a thing of the past. One member did this and the catch tray overflowed and ruined the ECU. ECUs are not cheap for these cars.
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Just go by the DIY instructions as it the easiest:
Turn off ignition, air conditioning and fan system. Adjust fan position to DIRECT and make sure it is NOT on the 'foot' or 'defrost' position. Shake can well for one minute to ensure proper foaming of product when dispensed. Attach the supplied spray tube to aerosol can and insert end of tube into center or passenger side air conditioner vent located on the dash in the cockpit interior. With tube fully inserted in vent, press trigger to dispense contents. DO NOT invert can when dispensing. As you spray, the thick foam solution will travel through the air vents towards the evaporator (the source of odor causing elements). After dispensing product, wait 20 minutes for product to clean the system. Then, open doors to allow fresh air to enter vehicle. Turn on fan to maximum setting with A/C setting in ON position for approximately 1 minute to dry system. Procedure is now complete.
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Are you referring to the vent completely in front of the dash near the windshield ?
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Are you referring to the vent completely in front of the dash near the windshield ?
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Originally Posted by Turbonut
.... insert end of tube into center or passenger side air conditioner vent located on the dash in the cockpit interior. .
Key words: air conditioner vent.... not defog/defrost

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