However, you can permanently remove the mildew smell by following these simple steps. Just put one or two in car and trunk and forget about it. Mildew thrives and grows in places that are damp, warm and dark. Blanca asked: How do I remove fish odor from back car seats? The first step in treating any spill is to blot and clean, then deodorize. By Teresa Shearer (Guest Post) ... Don't know if this will work but I would try soaking the area where you think the blood spilled in vinegar. Try baking soda. Fortunately that is about it, no further damage to the critical parts of the car. I spilled gas in my car, on rubber floor mats in the hatch area, and now I can’t get the smell out. Local lakes might smell like mud, fish, and outboard engine oil. A smell that arrives when the A/C is first on? However, after clearing all the water and drying, the underlying layer of insulation material is still wet tho the top carpet seems dry. If the carpet still reeks, use a carpet-cleaning machine. Any ideas to get rid of the smell will be appreciated. Check whether the evaporator drain is blocked. I would pour it freely over the area - get it really wet. The car seat absorbed the liquid of the fish. 1,009 Posts . They’re not working. - Gina. A car mildew smell can be quite disturbing and annoying. So, I spilled some water, maybe a 1/2 cup, of water in the trunk and the next morning it smelled like a musty odor. CARS.COM — Kids and messes go hand in hand, especially in the car. If your car smells are unpleasant but aren’t a sign of mechanical malfunction, there are ways you can make your car smell better. No spills or chemicals to worry about. Could be antifreeze leaking into the car through the heating system. Get rid of other common smells in your car. Add in a road trip, and you’re likely to have miles of messes. If you have recently had to deal with any kind of leak in your home, chances are you've had to deal with mold and mildew. Local ponds may smell like mud and fish. 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