Chemical-like odour inside the car

[SupraRon]

Within the last 3 or 4 days, I've noticed a chemical-like smell inside the car after it has been turned off. It's difficult to describe, but almost like a paint/fuel mixture. I have had the heat on while driving and as long as the car is turned on I don't notice the smell. However, once I turn off the car, the smell builds up and stinks up the garage and even permeates into the house. It is quite strong. Anyone have any ideas? Could it be a failed heater core? Did some searching but didn't really find anything conclusive. Any help is appreciated.

Thanks,

Ron

 

[hvyman]

Any coolant lose?

 

[SupraRon]

I believe I have a small leak somewhere, but not sure. What are you thinking?

 

[hvyman]

Could be heater core.

Can pressure test the cooling system to verify.

Also check the floors for wetness.

 

[SupraRon]

Okay thanks. Will do.

 

[3p141592654]

Coolant leak smells like maple syrup, which you should be familiar with :icon_wink

 

[snowman]

Hard boiled rotten eggs is what Im familiar with. First was heater core, then led to BHG, ford mustang.

 

[SupraRon]

Coolant leak smells like maple syrup, which you should be familiar with :icon_wink

Hard boiled rotten eggs is what Im familiar with. First was heater core, then led to BHG, ford mustang.

It's definitely not a sweet smell or eggs. I will try what hvyman suggested and report back.

 

[3p141592654]

A leaking core will results in a lot of condensation on the inside of the windows.

 

[SupraRon]

Well I definitely have that problem.

http://www.supramania.com/forums/sh...-heater-core&p=1888398&viewfull=1#post1888398

 

[SupraRon]

It turns out my sense of smell was way off. Found it to smell more and more like fuel and happened to notice a leak on the driveway one day. Climbed under the car and sure enough the fuel filter is leaking. Got a replacement and will be changing it shortly.