What to do about a moonroof water leak?
To hook up my air compressor to a small tube and shoot air inside the drain. I got my car back from the dealer and they confirmed the clogged drain. They cleaned it out with a high pressure water/air. Did a quick water test when I got home and it clears much faster than it did before.
What to do if your sunroof drain becomes plugged?
When a sunroof drain does become plugged, the common signs are either a wet headliner, water dripping from the headliner, wet roof pillar, a damp carpet or water pooling in the foot wells. First you will need to open the sunroof as this is the easiest way to access the drains.
Where is the weep hole in the moonroof?
The actual weep hole that goes to the drain hose is facing to the left of the picture in the well underneath the moonroof wind deflector support arm. It’s impossible to get a direct picture of it or even to really get a finger in there unless you remove some parts.
Why is the moonroof leaking on my Nissan Rogue?
My streak of good times with my Nissan Rogue ended today when water started to leak through my headliner into the cabin. The leaks were mainly around the driver’s A-pillar and the center console map light headliner. I brought it to the dealership to take a look at it and they said it was a clogged moonroof drain.
Where are the drain holes in my sunroof?
Open your sunroof and locate the drain holes in the front corners. Your sunroof has tubes that help drain any water that leaks through the seal of your sunroof. They’re usually located at the front 2 corners of your sunroof. Open it up all of the way and find the 2 small openings that lead to the drain tubes.
What should I do if my sunroof drains are clogged?
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. First we can use an air compressor to blow out any debris.
Why do I have a leak in my sunroof?
You should also wipe down the seals to make sure there isn’t anything stuck to them that could create an opening when the sunroof is closed. While a faulty seal could be the reason for your leak, the most common cause of a leaky sunroof is a clog in the drainage system that carries water away.
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.