Q: I have a burning smell in my car.
My Cabin filter was very clogged and smell like wire burning
My car has 199700 miles.
My car has an automatic transmission.
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This is not likely. A dirty cabin filter filled with old pine needles is more likely to cause a moldy smell inside the vehicle. The burning smell may be coming from a a shorted circuit somewhere in the car. Consider hiring an experienced technician like one from YourMechanic who can come out for a closer look to offer a more personal diagnosis of your electrical concerns.
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