Lately, whenever I first start my car and turn on the air conditioning, there is a musty, damp smell that comes through the vents for a few minutes. It eventually goes away, but it is pretty unpleasant. I am not sure if this is normal or if it is one of those early Signs your vehicle cooling system needs attention . A friend suggested I look up common AC issues online, and I found a guide that listed things like weak airflow, strange odours, and unusual noises as red flags. It made me realise that ignoring it might lead to a bigger problem, especially with summer coming. Has anyone else experienced this smell in their car? Was it something simple like needing a new cabin filter, or did it require a more serious repair? Just trying to figure out if I should book a service soon.