Changing Filters to get rid of smoke smell
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2002 ML500 Sport
Changing Filters to get rid of smoke smell
Hi I have a 02 ML500 the previous owner was a heavy smoker and I am trying to get rid of the smell.
Does changing Cabin filters work?
If so which ones?
Does the ML have charcoal filters?
Tks for any help
Does changing Cabin filters work?
If so which ones?
Does the ML have charcoal filters?
Tks for any help
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Yes, change the cabin filter, and easy 5 minute job and it will help airflow immensely. You can get a standard version or charcoal-activated version.
Going forward, change it every year, it makes a big difference in interior smell. However, smoke penetrates everything, so it may be a harder challenge to get it out of the seats and plastics. I would suggest a wipe-down and scrubbing with a non-abrasive cleaner and significant use of Febreeze.
Going forward, change it every year, it makes a big difference in interior smell. However, smoke penetrates everything, so it may be a harder challenge to get it out of the seats and plastics. I would suggest a wipe-down and scrubbing with a non-abrasive cleaner and significant use of Febreeze.
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2000 ML 320
I have to agree with slcvr6, also when cleaning, pay close attention to the headliner.
When I took delivery of my ML, it also had that smoker's odor and I couldn't get rid of the smell for the longest time even with several cleanings. After did a thorough cleaning of the headliner as well as other fabrics in the interior, the smell went away. I hope this helps you...
When I took delivery of my ML, it also had that smoker's odor and I couldn't get rid of the smell for the longest time even with several cleanings. After did a thorough cleaning of the headliner as well as other fabrics in the interior, the smell went away. I hope this helps you...
