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CelticRunner |
02-13-2023 11:09 PM |
Help- leaks when it rains above driver’s left shoulder
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AuSeeker |
02-14-2023 06:54 AM |
Quote:
Originally Posted by CelticRunner
(Post 3783773)
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Those trim pieces for the roof rack brackets don't seal anything, they are only "trim" pieces, it could be leaking where the bracket screws to the roof, if I were to try and chaulk anything it would be the bracket to the roof, actually where the bolts/screws go into the roof is where it could be leaking, you would have to carefully remove the trim pieces to do that, but be careful as they tend to break from being brittle from sun exposure.
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CelticRunner |
02-14-2023 07:24 PM |
Quote:
Originally Posted by AuSeeker
(Post 3783808)
Those trim pieces for the roof rack brackets don't seal anything, they are only "trim" pieces, it could be leaking where the bracket screws to the roof, if I were to try and chaulk anything it would be the bracket to the roof, actually where the bolts/screws go into the roof is where it could be leaking, you would have to carefully remove the trim pieces to do that, but be careful as they tend to break from being brittle from sun exposure.
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Thanks, I was wondering if it could be something under there. Off to YouTube for videos…
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Syr4RinNC |
02-14-2023 10:59 PM |
You do not have a sun roof correct?
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shine |
02-16-2023 01:15 AM |
Might be worthwhile to remove the A-pillar cover and see if that helps pinpoint the source of the leak. Just remove the handle by snapping off the covers and removing 2 bolts with a 10mm socket. Then you can just pull the cover up and out.
My best guess is water coming in from the seal around the windshield.
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Ph03n1x24 |
02-16-2023 05:54 PM |
Quote:
Originally Posted by AuSeeker
(Post 3783808)
Those trim pieces for the roof rack brackets don't seal anything, they are only "trim" pieces, it could be leaking where the bracket screws to the roof, if I were to try and chaulk anything it would be the bracket to the roof, actually where the bolts/screws go into the roof is where it could be leaking, you would have to carefully remove the trim pieces to do that, but be careful as they tend to break from being brittle from sun exposure.
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A leak coming from the A-pillar is common when the drain for the sunroof (if applicable) is clogged with debris. Open the sunroof and clean the drain channel as well as the drain tube. Pour some water down the channel to make sure it's draining properly. I used a bicycle brake cable to clear the drain on mine when I had the same issue.
If you do not have a sunroof then it's likely a bad windshield seal.
Caution: Water coming down the A-pillar can get behind your dash along the firewall and wreak havoc with critical electrical connections located there.
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CelticRunner |
03-14-2023 08:54 AM |
Quote:
Originally Posted by Syr4RinNC
(Post 3783981)
You do not have a sun roof correct?
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Correct, no sun roof, which is why I was so surprised. Still haven’t identified the cause and haven’t had time to try to take off the roof rack (though I’m a little concerned I’ll just break something else/more)
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