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      09-27-2018, 12:28 PM   #1
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Musty Mildew smell in cabin day after rain

I can find no visible signs of wetness in the floorboards, but there is a definite smell of mildew lingering a couple days after the car is driven in rain.

Please advise on probable cause and remediation. Thanks!

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      10-03-2018, 11:26 AM   #2
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Sunroof gutters being clogged causes this, doesn't it?

I'd make sure that water is draining properly in that system.
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Sunroof gutters being clogged causes this, doesn't it?

I'd make sure that water is draining properly in that system.
What he said, sunroofs are just a liability
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I am guessing you drive the car with the de-fogger running when it rains. If so, you might just be experiencing the "aftermath" of putting the car away while the A/C was running. That alone will create a musty smell next time you drive the car without the A/C running.
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