Why does my AC smell like gas or chemicals?

If your car AC smells like chemicals or a sweet syrupy odor, it may indicate a coolant leak from the heater core, while a sharp chemical smell can point to a refrigerant leak. A sweet smell paired with fogging on the inside of the windshield strongly suggests the heater core is leaking engine coolant into the cabin, which you should not breathe for long. A faint chemical or ether-like odor can come from escaping refrigerant. Either way, these smells deserve prompt attention, since coolant fumes can be harmful and a refrigerant leak means lost cooling. At Motoro Cars, our ASE-certified technicians pressure-test the cooling system and inspect AC components to find the source safely. Do not ignore unusual AC odors, especially with children or pets in the car. Serving Miami from Wynwood and Doral, we will identify and fix it. Call (786) 633-3220 or visit motorocars.com today.