You might try using those "ultrasonic" plug-ins. They are available at most hardware or big box stores. Run an extension cord into the car and faithfully plug in one of these devices, every single night. You're trying to make your car uninviting for a rodent to live in. Just don't close the door or window on the cord and create a fire hazard and don't drive off with the cord still plugged in, etc., etc. Try plugging in some of these devices in the garage too.
Just a thought, as using poison is going to result in a odor you won't want to endure whether the dead mouse ends up in your garage or your car.
Hi There,
After selling my Prius because it was literally over-run with mice, I'm not thrilled to hear this about the Lexus. Can someone whose dealt with the mouse issue take photos of where I need to screen so I know what I'm looking for.
Thanks to all of you for the very speedy replies.
Here's hoping to keep this car mouse free!
Thanks,
Josie
This is a picture of the rx450h. I circled the area where the mice entered the rx300. The rx450h is a little different... I'm not sure yet... there might be more places for them to get into the air conditioning system.
I just got the car so I'm spraying peppermint oil at night temporarily so they hopefully don't find the holes until I figure out how to block them. I'll probably have my brother who is an aviation engineer and pretty clever seal it up for me. He has the expertise, equipment and materials to do a professional job.
Hopefully your friend(s) got in through the windows or something because once they find a way in their friends just follow the "markings" they left.
Thanks so much for the very clear photo. I think steel wool is the best bet. It would hurt the car and the mice don't like to chew on it because it hurts their teeth.
I'll keep you all posted as to how this battle turns out. I just love my car and am literally sick at heart to evidence of mice inside the car.
Thanks,
Josie