Hello, I would focus on your moon roof. I recommend having someone blow some compressed air up the drain tube from under the car or use a coat hanger to fish out the debris clogging the drain. I have checked the seals on front and back doors. This article is accurate and true to the best of the author’s knowledge. Where could that possibly be coming from? I dismissed damp carpet for weeks but this morning there was a pool of water on the front passenger-side floor (it rained during the night). If you have an idea of where the water is getting into the car, check for water marks, stains, or even signs of rust. Why could this be? Please give me any insight in what you know regarding water leaking under the dash. it’s a 2008 Chevrolet Malibu and no mechanic can seem to figure it out which I don’t understand. What could it be? Having your motorhome's powered entrance steps stop operating is one of the problems that motorhome owners will run into. The leak was found quick so most likely there is no damage from the water. Let me know if this helps. My floor mats are soaked and so is the roof liner, and although I do have a sunroof the leak is more heavily concentrated by the driver side door. The first time there had been showers, but not the day it was observed. If the water is under the mat, it could be coming in from the taillight gaskets or a seam in the body. I turned floor vent on high (not a/c) and blower motor quit after 3 minutes, won't come back on in any mode? You'll need to find the point of entry by either water testing your vehicle, or try unclogging the evaporator drain by using a coat hanger or compressed air up the drain tube. It's coming out of the coat hanger thing on the roof behind the driver's seat. I also recommend you check the front carpet under the floor mats to be sure water it's coming in from the front. It shakes the ground and carves up the roads. Before you start, inspect the interior of the vehicle by running your hand on the areas of carpet that go up the sides of the vehicle to see if you feel any wet carpet that isn't at floor level. Answer. I rear ended someone. (?). Take a close look at connectors for corrosion and check brackets for rust spots; you will be amazed what you will find when you look for it. I recently bought a 2020 Forester that has been leaking water when it rains heavy. A foul, moldy smell in the trunk may result from water getting in around the taillights or the trunk lid. Are any of the other floors wet like the passenger's side, back seat area, or hatch area? Question: My daughter broke off the top antenna of her car, and it got rained on. Leaks can come from the overflow tank, the radiator, the water pump, coolant hoses and elsewhere. If you’re asking why your car is leaking water, then you’ve most likely got a leak in one of two places. It possible you may have some wire damage at the connectors, but it all depends on where the water is trailing. I recommend you wet vac as much water as possible from under the carpet and out of the carpet, then park the car in the sun, turn on the heat full blast, turn on the recirculate button and make sure the AC is working and have that on at the same time you have the heat on. Answer: You'll need to pull the carpet back and dry under it. Eddie Carrara (author) from New Hampshire on May 01, 2019: Let me know if you have any questions Ezzy72. I have a wet carpet on the back off the drivers seat. Water leaks will usually leave a trail or debris or rust so you can look for signs of this before you even water test. Do you have any idea where the water is trailing from? Let me know what you find, thanks. But I think maybe at this time, I’ll say it’s getting worse. BUT I am SO pleased to see that you’ve worked with Honda, I just had to ask you about my Acura. Just bought a eos Volkswagen.. the sunroof had problems so previous owner tarped it up eventual lol.. so the cars like a swimming pool.. how do we dry out the totally soden fire wall ? She eventually had the antenna fixed, but how do we know if there's been damage and what should be done? • Someone has already used a Polyurethane caulk at many of the seams under the rubber mat. Did it just start leaking? Answer: More likely the drain on the evaporator is either clogged or knocked off. Question: My 2007 Lincoln Towncar has twice had a pool of water in the back seat passenger side well. I replaced a bad seal on the trunk and pulled the carpet out to dry. If you haven't had any rain, and you have water leaking onto the passenger's floor, check your air conditioner drain or evaporator drain; it may be clogged or disconnected. They will need to discharge the AC system and remove the evaporator box from behind the dash. My dad has a 2006 chrysler 300, its leaking water on driver side and back floor. I took it to the dealership a month ago and they said my sunroof wasn’t closing all the way and fixed that, but water is still coming from some where. The dealership keeps looking for outside leaks, but after the last time they dried up the carpet it was wet again by the time I got back home. Yes, body seams are very difficult to find and most shops will not dig that deep, they just give up. The leak is near the bottom of the engine , the top of the engine is dry/clean. What should I check? A temporary quick fix for this problem is blowing compressed air into the drain tube located under the car, but eventually you will have to remove the evaporator and clean out the debris. Water leaking from under the car can be normal, especially on hot days when you’ve been cranking the A/C at full blast. Rear passenger floor soaking wet as well. … read more Has the vehicle been in any major accidents? Eddie Carrara (author) from New Hampshire on March 15, 2020: If you have water on all four corners of the floor and the car wasn't driven I suspect the windshield is the problem but it will need to be water tested to verify. Seams that weren't properly sealed at the factory, or seams that were broken open by a car accident, will usually cause the mystery water leak. Let me know, thanks. Heater Core. The floor driver's side rear floorboard ends up being soaked with water. My floors get wet when it rains from the front to the back seat of my 2010 kia soul, i need to get this resolved, im definitely no car person but i know I have a problem- thanks! I you can find out where the XM receiver is located you can inspect the connector there as well. Some one thought the water was when the truck was driven which is not when it leaks. Is not being rained for the last 5 days what could be causing this. If water sits for too long in a car's carpet, mold can grow and cause bad smells. https://youtu.be/veFEvlXnGlE. Any idea what it could be??? To find a leak, first drive the car until it's fully warmed up, then park it on a clean, dry section of pavement—a driveway if possible. Better fill your gas tank lol. Can’t find the problem. Hi,Eddie i have a leak and a friend tells me that its coming from my windsheild wiper were do i get a seal for it and how would i install it? What is it? Changed the weather stripping. I also recommend you check the back seat floor under the carpet, I'm sure it's getting wet. Sweetheart ! Sometimes there can be a weak spot and it shows up over time from the body flexing. Eddie Carrara (author) from New Hampshire on June 19, 2019: Both front and rear floors get wet? If the outer part of the fusebox got wet and nothing internally did, then most likely that is not your issue. Not usually, but you need to make sure this is all documented just in case you do run into something unusual on the future. I have a 2005 Buick lesabre and I have a leak on my driver's side on the carpet I wanted to know what it could be leaking from. I have always said, "Mechanics' best tools are not found in their toolbox, they are found in their heads." The AC drain is usually located on the firewall on the passengers side of the vehicle near where the passenger would rest their feet. ANOTHER source for a leak is a clogged drain in the fresh air vent under your windshield wipers. The glass company said the drain plug is clogged on the driver's side coming from the sunroof. I don’t see any sign of water on the headliner and the windshield hasn’t been replaced. water leak UNDER car on drivers side - could it be water pump? I recommend you check the front carpet under the floor mats and the trunk in the spare tire well and surrounding area for any water or wetness, this will indicate where the water is coming from, that would be the first step and will prevent you searching in all different direction. Now if it rains heavy it continues to be wet. Question: I have a 2014 Nissan Versa. I been dealing with this for 2 years now. You'll need to have a flashlight and watch to see where the water is streaming in. Water Leaking Outside or Inside of the Car Water Outside the Car. Like is the water dripping from the roof? I do have a sun roof which I see is a standard question. Any advice? Anything from a sunroof to a roof rack system, if not installed properly with the right sealer, will cause a water leak in a car. Question: I have a 2016 Ford Fiesta. Is it possible that the windshield seam is causing a leak that travels all the way to the *back* of the car? You could have several other possible causes, but this is the most likely one by far. There are many reasons why someone would consider moving into an RV. • A little water is collecting under the gasket of the engine cover at the floor. Have you ever been in an accident or had the windshield replaced? Question: Would a wet fuse box cause my car to not crank? Have had a funky smell the past week and just thought one of the kids had spilled a water bottle or something. • On the passenger side the water to appears to be coming from near the engine cover compartment on the firewall by the dash. And while I do that, I am going to pour water from the roof down the windshield to see if I can make it leak and where the water is coming from. My backseat all the way across have white patches on them and my front seat too. There are several slow drips that are located on the drivers side beneath about where the hood release is. There is no sun roof. My husband broke the hood latch on my car and it hasn't been replaced. I used everything from ozone to car deodorizer bombs, pet odor eliminators, canisters, vent clips, sprays, syringes, liquids and fresh air. If you determine that water is leaking into the bottom of the windshield, there is no need to go any higher with the water test until after you've fixed this first low leak. You’re finding puddles or damp patches inside your vehicle. If you have had a windshield replaced recently, take a look at this possibility. I checked everywhere but in vain. In the event of a car crash, you could be thrown through an improperly installed windshield and severely injured. Question: There is water in the back passenger floorboard when it rains. Have you had your windshield replaced recently? The drains may be clogged, allowing water to overflow in the channels around the opening and Into the vehicle. The leak is on the driver side , near the driver front tire. Make sure all drains are clear by pouring water in the sunroof tray and verifying the water is draining at each of the 4 drains. Here's what you'll need to do to bring one home. You may find wetness a lo… Check the drain tubes, make sure they are attached, and free of debris. Since the mechanic only temporarily cleared the drain, it's like pushing the hair back down the tub drain without removing it from the tub; it will flow back down the drain and will clog it again. Plastidip is an affordable way to change the color of your car and wheels, while simultaneously protecting the finish underneath. If so, is there water dripping out under the passenger's side floor onto the ground? I do not have a sun roof and havent been in any major accidents. I’ll begin my quest to find the leak in the morning. I drive a 2001 Honda Accord, with a factory-installed sunroof. No marks/signs of water elsewhere. Some leaks into the passenger compartment happen when it hasn't even been raining; they involve fluids created by the car's cooling or heating systems. Let me know if this helps, and if you need more questions answered or you want to inspire me to create more great content, you know where to find me lol :) I'm happy my content helped answer some of your questions :). Eddie, I really enjoy how clear and practical your advice is on this forum. I had my condenser/radiator replaced last week (was driving w/o ac for 4 years). The air conditioner is among the most common reasons for water leaking into cars. Our neighbour told us the ECU unit could cause problems, also rust, smells & ruined carpets that will deteriorate faster than normal. Answer: Absolutely, I recommend checking the drain first. You'll need to pinpoint the entry of the water. Let me know, thanks. These are the engine cooling and windshield washing systems. Where could it be coming from? It is a pretty hefty DIY project, but very enjoyable if you're patient and thorough. I originally thought it was the kicked up rain water from driving because my car is normally in a carport but last night it wasn't so im confused. Here I give you all the lessons I've learned so you too can make a nice weekly or monthly profit and have fun learning to flip cars for a living. Question: I discovered a large pool of water on the carpet floor in the front passenger and back seat on the same side. I have a 2002 Mazada and on the passenger side the floor get wet when it rains .Even when I have the car parked. It’s an 06 TL, and when I went to vacuum out my car, I seen the backseat on the driver’s side was soaked ! Finding the point of entry is worth the struggle. Are you also thinking of changing your oil but afraid to get your hands dirty or that you don't have the technical know-how to get the job done? Is the carpet wet behind the driver's seat? If they don't want to help, I recommend you ask to have this problem documented at the dealer, replace the carpet and any other components that were damaged from the water intrusion. • Water is collecting where the floor starts to rise leading to the fire wall. Where can I take it to for repairs? Eddie Carrara (author) from New Hampshire on August 19, 2019: Is the water on top of the front seats and on top of the back seats? When do you see water on the front floor, after a rain or all the time? The front drains will be located behind the side panes near your feet like where the hood release is located, they are usually between the sheet metal and the rear ones are usually located behind the panels in the cargo area, you'll need to do some disassembling of the interior to find them. If a relay shorted internally because of water, then yes. Answer: Check the trunk first and see if there is any water anywhere in the trunk, even behind the wall panels. If you can identify these leaks you can get them fixed. Thanks! The spot orginally was only over the rear door for about 9 months or so, but with the recent new england weather has got worse in the last 3 weeks with the recent rain. Strangely, the driver side carpet was more wet, and no water had accumulated in the drainage line on that side. If a professional replaces the windshield, it will take a minimum of an hour. Have you checked the sunroof drains? might be 1/2 pint or more and drains out when I lift the lid. has wate on the drver side floor , she does have a sun roof, and she has not used her AC. Hi Eddie, I have a 2008 Volkswagen passat and there are 3 things i would like to get some help on, the first one is: water is seen around the two back seat floor of my car, especially when it rains and if I drain it, I can still feel water dripping down from the trunk of my car but there's no evidence of any water in my trunk. water leak driver side wet carpet all the time Just bought this vehicle brand new and every time it rains or I go through car wash carpet on driver side is drenched. Let me know, thanks. If it has a sun roof and it rained lately or took it to the car wash, the drain tubes from the sun roof could be plugged or disconnected. Eddie Carrara (author) from New Hampshire on September 09, 2019: I recommend you start by having someone check your AC drain, I think it may be clogged. Question: I have water on the driver's side of my car inside the door panel. Do you know why? Because of the cold/ice weather we have had, I noticed right above the driver's door that the ceiling was wet. You can vacuum up the water with a wet vac (don't forget to remove the vacuum filter when using it for water) for now but I recommend you be adamant about them replacing the carpet under warranty so you don't develop a mold problem in the future because more then likely they will not dry the carpet properly. Question: My trunk is soaked and there is condensation on the trunk lid. Answer: I would first look for the cause. Electric cars are growing in popularity, but are they worth it? The driver side floor is soaking wet after the rain. It does not occur when i use my heater. What do you think could be the problem? Successful diagnosis requires two steps. Improperly installed urethane that caused a windshield to leak water into the vehicle. It is further back from the radiator and seems to be coming from somewhere near the mess of alternator/PS pump. Question: I recently had cross bars installed that attach to the running bars on my Jeep Renegade. I have reoccurring water leaks from an unknown source causing wet carpets on driver side front and rear floors. Ive recently noticed that ive a leak which is causing the passenger footwell to be wet. So I had the windshield replaced and that seems to have solved the leak … Keep in mind that most doors/trunk lids have drains on the bottom that can become clogged, so be sure they are clear of debris if they're visible. What is the main issue? That would be the first step, it could be clogged rocker panel drains and the water is backing up or it could be from the rear glass gasket traveling behind the rear seat and draining onto the back floor, the possibilities are endless so you need to find the water path. Let me know what you find. Car A/C systems are actually designed to allow water … I have a 2016 Nissan Sentra i found the floor on the passenger side (behind the drive seat) the other side of the passenger seats and drive floor is dry. If it hasn't rained, the water must be coming from the air conditioner. No water is coming in at the kick plate. Thank you. I am going to start running tests on it like the sunroof test but I was just wondering if you had an exact direction on what I should look for since mine is in the backseat floorboard.. Eddie Carrara (author) from New Hampshire on December 17, 2019: You'll need to at least find the path or direction where the water is coming from, is it coming from the rocker panel, trunk area, roof? Eddie Carrara (author) from New Hampshire on November 21, 2019: If I were you I would call the manufacturer and ask them for a buyback deal because of the issues with the smell, rust, and possible electrical issues in the future. Question: What is the most common leak on a 2003 Honda Civic LX two-door? Thank you so much ♥️. Could this be from a sunroof leak or is there some other possibility? If the trunk is dry, check under the dash with a flashlight for any trails of water leaking down against the firewall, also look for rust stains or areas of the carpet higher than the floor that is wet, if there is, water test it in that area. The back seat getting wet is water flowing from the rear, I bet if you check the trunk area under the carpet and in your spare tire well you'll find pooling water, it's a quick easy check. Poorly installed aftermarket accessories are another major cause of water leaking in your car. You need to physically see where the water is coming into the car, not just where it is traveling along a panel or a seam. Any help would be appreciated as I am 65 and on disability so can't afford a trip to the dealer. Now I do not know if this is related, but my middle console is overheating, can’t really keep my AC cold enough & years ago when it use to rain my car alarm would go off and I would have to leave my doors unlocked, with the driver’s seat belt engaged. When I drive, I hear water from the back shifting, but I can't find where it is gathered. If you come across an area that is wet higher then floor level, start by water testing in that area. Some of the most common causes of a water leak are the exhaust, the cooling system, and the windscreen washer system. Answer: Water usually flows down; I recommend checking the carpet up on the sides and up under the dash. The tubes are located on both the … In this case, it’s pretty simple. This is an honest review of Plastidip for car wheels. Answer: Have you checked the front passenger carpet? Check the trunk for any water in the spare tire well or anywhere else in the trunk. 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