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How do you replace a sunroof seal?

How do you replace a sunroof seal?

How to Replace a Sunroof Seal

  1. Peel away the old seal from where the 2 ends meet at the back of the sunroof cutout.
  2. Make a mark at the halfway point in the back of the sunroof cutout with a permanent marker.
  3. Start applying the new sunroof seal at this mark.
  4. Attach the seal around the edge of cutout.

Is there a water leak on the side of my Chevy Tahoe?

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Can a faulty seal cause a sunroof to leak?

You can follow these simple steps to fix a clogged drain after leaks occur, or you can do it as part of preventative maintenance to prevent it from ever happening. A faulty seal may be the cause of a sunroof leak. But the most common cause of a sunroof leak is a clog in the drainage system that carries the water away.

How to fix a leaking sunroof on a car?

How to Fix a Leaking Sunroof 1 Clearing a clogged drain tube will solve the problem. Solve most sunroof leak problems by clearing a clogged drain tube with your shop vacuum. 2 Tools Required 3 Materials Required. You’ve got water on your seats right below the sunroof, and you’re about to take matters into your own hands.

Where are the small holes in the sunroof?

These are very small holes, usually at the corners of the sunroof just under the seal. Blast compressed air through the drain tubes located at the base of the sunroof seal. These tubes are designed to carry water that gets through the roof down and out of the car.

What happens if you have a leak in your sunroof?

Whether it’s dripping or gushing water, a sunroof leak can create a mess and damage your car’s interior. While you may assume that the rubber seal on your sunroof is damaged and needs repair, oftentimes the culprit isn’t the seal at all.

Water leak on driver side floor 1999 through 2006 Chevy Trucks, Suburban, Tahoe If playback doesn’t begin shortly, try restarting your device. Videos you watch may be added to the TV’s watch history and influence TV recommendations.

These are very small holes, usually at the corners of the sunroof just under the seal. Blast compressed air through the drain tubes located at the base of the sunroof seal. These tubes are designed to carry water that gets through the roof down and out of the car.

What to do if your sunroof is missing?

If the seal of your sunroof is missing, use the tape to cover the crack where it was. Put the tape over the entire edge of the seal, not just any damaged parts so there’s a watertight seal around the sunroof.

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Ruth Doyle