How can I test the drain on my sunroof?
Now test using a bottle of water, gradually drain the water around the sunroof drain, do not excessively dump as the drain is only able to remove a certain amount of water. As you can see the water is draining properly. If the problem persists, there may have been a drain you missed, a faulty seal, or faulty drain.
Where does water go after cleaning the sunroof?
The drains normally continue down the roof or window posts, directing water flow to the underside of the vehicle. When cleaning the drain, it’s also a great idea to ensure there is no debris around the sunroof area which could worsen the clog or cause another clog.
Why does my sunroof drain keep getting plugged?
Depending on where you live, sunroof drains may become plugged sooner than later. If you live in a treed area, it can happen more often as there is larger particles floating around in the air which would eventually plug the drains. These drains are normally feed through the roof pillars and exit somewhere underneath the vehicle.
What’s the best way to unplug a sunroof?
Slowly insert the wire, trimmer cord is also great for this if you have a roll laying around. The length of wire or cord depends on the run of the drain, ensure it’s at least the height of the vehicle. Feed the wire or cord in until it comes out the other side if you have a viewable drain exit. After that, remove the wire or cord.
Now test using a bottle of water, gradually drain the water around the sunroof drain, do not excessively dump as the drain is only able to remove a certain amount of water. As you can see the water is draining properly. If the problem persists, there may have been a drain you missed, a faulty seal, or faulty drain.
The drains normally continue down the roof or window posts, directing water flow to the underside of the vehicle. When cleaning the drain, it’s also a great idea to ensure there is no debris around the sunroof area which could worsen the clog or cause another clog.
Depending on where you live, sunroof drains may become plugged sooner than later. If you live in a treed area, it can happen more often as there is larger particles floating around in the air which would eventually plug the drains. These drains are normally feed through the roof pillars and exit somewhere underneath the vehicle.
Slowly insert the wire, trimmer cord is also great for this if you have a roll laying around. The length of wire or cord depends on the run of the drain, ensure it’s at least the height of the vehicle. Feed the wire or cord in until it comes out the other side if you have a viewable drain exit. After that, remove the wire or cord.
How do you drain a sunroof in a VW?
To drain the tubes, squeeze the nipples and some water and other crap may/should flow out. If you think there may be of the tubes out. I would do this until the water flows out clearly and easily. gravity and make water flow uphill. The four drain tube nipples are shown in the pics below.
Where does water go when you unplug a sunroof?
We are looking for a hole which is at the base of the sunroof trim or frame. The drains normally continue down the roof or window posts, directing water flow to the underside of the vehicle. When cleaning the drain, it’s also a great idea to ensure there is no debris around the sunroof area which could worsen the clog or cause another clog.
Where do I find the vortex drain locations?
Gary Thompson, Ph.D. – vortex ID VGRT6, email address [email protected]. Please make sure to say thanks to Gary, and if you ever see him at a bar, buy em a beer. These DIY’s are more complete than anything Bentley has ever written!! This topic comes up all too often, so I figured it was about time that these locations got posted. FYI,