1999 Nissan Sentra exhaust leak

1999 NISSAN SENTRA
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TINKERBEL69
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When I use the heater or the defroster I can smell exhaust in the car. What causes this?
Oct 24, 2014 at 5:15 PM
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WRENCHTECH
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It's probably oil dripping on something hot that you are smelling. The car needs to be inspected on a lift to look for oil leaks. The AC will pick up any smells around the car when it's on.
Oct 24, 2014 at 8:06 PM
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