Hey, thanks for reminding me about that "first heat of the season" stench.
I just got another car after mine was totaled in an accident, and I'm still getting used to the dashboard. I've already discovered that the rear window defogger is a bit slow in the mornings. Today was the first time that I've had to use the heater instead of the air conditioning; it took me a while to figure out the climate controls.
I'm going to take your advice and switch the controls in my apartment from air conditioning to heat, too. I have to go to a dentist's appointment, and maybe by the time I come back, that nasty smell will disappear.
Thanks again for the tip!
Leave a few windows cracked or it will still stink when you get back. :)