Apparatus and Methods for Inhibiting the Ingestion of Suds by the HVAC System of a Vehicle

In one aspect of the present disclosure, a barrier is disclosed that is configured for connection to a vehicle dash assembly including an HVAC opening defined by a flange. The barrier includes a body that is configured to obstruct a flow of suds into the HVAC opening, and at least one clip that is supported on the body. The body includes open upper and rear portions to allow for continued airflow through the HVAC opening, and the at least one clip includes first and second clip members defining a receiving space therebetween that is configured to receive the flange such that the first and second clip members are positioned on opposite sides of the flange.