What should I do if my back sliding window is leaking?
The good news is that we have two simple fixes that should put a stop to the leaking around the back sliding window in your vehicle. The first thing that you should do in order to fix a leaky rear sliding window is to clean out the drainage channel.
Why are my back slider windows leaking on my truck?
The back slider windows on some older truck models have a tendency to leak. When water comes in around the glass, it can become a big problem for truck owners. The water can travel down the window track, wet the seats and interior of the truck, cause mold to grow in the carpet and leave it smelling musty.
How can I fix a leak in the window on my truck?
Use scissors to cut the molding to the exact length that you want to use. Make at least two small marks on the rubber molding that you can use to center it in relation to the window on your truck. Try lining it up with your third brake light, antenna or the vertical seal around the glass. Remove the plastic cover from the molding’s adhesive strip.
Why is my windshield leaking after the installation?
Another potential cause of windshield leaking following an installation job is that your technician didn’t wear gloves when setting the windshield, so oils from his or her hands prevented the urethane from sticking to your window.
What to do if your window trim is leaking?
If the first gallon doesn’t cause a leak, refill the jug and repeat as needed or use the garden hose. Take your screwdriver and gently pry the rubber window trim away from the windshield near the source of your leak, being careful not to bend or nick it. Check the channel (the metal well underneath the trim) for cracks or rust.
What to do if you have a water leak in the rear of your car?
Locate the source of the leak. Ask a friend to pour a gallon of water on your rear windshield, moving the jug from left to right across the top, as you sit in the rear seat of the vehicle or in the hatch.
Is there a leak in the rear glass of a Ford truck?
Rear glass leak fix, an infamous problem for Ford trucks. One of my regular customers, (let’s call him Tim), called about a problem with his vehicle fleet’s recent addition. It is a newly purchased, pre-owned 2008 Ford F-250 Super-duty crew cab truck.
What does it mean when your car has a leak around the windshield?
Having a leak around a car rear windshield can be very annoying. If you don’t take care of it quickly, your car interior can get soaked during a torrential rainstorm. During a smaller storm, it can get just wet enough to leave a lovely mildew smell and get water spots on the upholstery.