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How do I remove the sweat smell from my leather car seats?
My newly purchased, used Jeep has a distinct smell that I believe is sweat. Gross! How do I remove this sweat smell from my vehicle's leather seats?
Nick Kunze · Updated on
Reviewed by Shannon Martin, Licensed Insurance Agent.
That’s not the way you want a new (to you) car to smell! Fortunately, removing a sweat-smell from your car is easy and can be done at home.
You’re going to want to clean the seat before you treat an odor. To do this, dust the area with a vacuum or brush to remove any excess particles.
After the area is rid of dust, you can use a few different products (some of which you’ll have in your pantry already!) to get rid of an odor. For example, white vinegar helps to get rid of bacteria that cause odors because of its acidity.
Mix a solution of white vinegar and water in a spray bottle. Squirt a bit of the solution on the area, and wipe it down with a microfiber towel. Leave to air dry.
Once that’s done, your car should be smelling as good as new. To keep your car running like new, you’ll want good
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