Operation CHARM: Car repair manuals for everyone.

General Procedure: Overview





1. Preparation of freshener solution:

(a) Invert freshener container and shake vigorously for 30 seconds.

(b) Mix 3.4 fl. oz. of freshener (1 container) with 30 fl. oz. to make 1 qt. of solution.

2. Drying the evaporator:

^ Dry the evaporator for 10 minutes with the following settings:

AC: Off

Air Outlet: Foot

Mode: Recirc.

Blower High

Temp: Max Warm

3. Evaporator Treatment Preparation:

(a) Ensure availability of 3045 psi compressed-air to be used with spray gun for application of freshener.

(b) Place a tray under the evaporator housing drain hose to collect used cleaning solution.

(c) Place shop cloth under the evaporator housing in the vehicle to prevent cleaning solution from dripping onto the floor mat.

4. Vehicle Preparation: See specific model section.

5. Evaporator treatment:

(a) Set HVAC mode as follows:

AC: Off

Air Outlet: Face

Mode: Fresh

Blower: High

Temp: Max Warm

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(b) Insert spray nozzle into the filter inlet and spray the entire quantity (1 qt.) of freshener solution into the evaporator while moving the nozzle around to cover the complete evaporator surface.

(c) Turn the blower OFF.

6. Reinstallation of Parts.

7. Completion of Treatment.

(a) Dry the evaporator for 30 minutes with the following settings:

AC: Off

Air Outlet Foot

Mode: Recirc.

Blower: High

Temp: Max Warm

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(b) If vehicle still has alcohol smell, open windows for ventilation. Do not turn on the AC switch until the evaporator is completely dry as this can reduce the effectiveness of the solution.

CAUTION
Do not get Into the vehicle during this drying operation.