Why is the passenger seat floor wet?
Why is the passenger seat floor wet?
It’s usually caused by an HVAC system component in the dashboard leaking into onto the floor on the passenger’s side. As it works to keep your car cool, the A/C system creates a lot of condensation. This condensation normally drips down the evaporator drain hose and onto the ground harmlessly as you drive.
Why is my air conditioner drain plugged in my car?
Please discard Corporate Bulletin Number 09-01-37-002C (Section 01 – HVAC). Some customers may comment that the front and rear floor carpet is wet on the passenger side. This condition may be caused by a plugged HVAC evaporator Drain. In some cases, water from the HVAC system will drain back though the front of the dash.
What to do if your condenser drain is plugged?
Reposition the heat shield (1) in order to gain access to the HVAC drain. Remove the white plug (1) and assure there is no debris in the drain tube and/or plug. If debris exists, pull from the drain tube (do NOT force back into evaporator case) and reinstall the plug.
Where is the white plug on my air conditioner?
The “white plug” plugs the end of the drain tube. The tube has a slot in the bottom, and the plug has a missing side, so the plug makes the hole for the water to leak out. It is very hard to get to. you can see it, but it is 8 inches up from the bottom of the car. You really have to manhandle the heat shield, to get it out of the way.
Why is there water on the passenger side of my car?
Water on floor passenger side from clogged AC condensate drain. This is one of the more common problems. It’s caused by bacteria buildup on the AC evaporator coil located in the heater box under your dash. Bacteria from airflow combines with condensation from the AC coil to produce a mildew/mold smell and the formation of a slime on the AC fins.
Please discard Corporate Bulletin Number 09-01-37-002C (Section 01 – HVAC). Some customers may comment that the front and rear floor carpet is wet on the passenger side. This condition may be caused by a plugged HVAC evaporator Drain. In some cases, water from the HVAC system will drain back though the front of the dash.
Reposition the heat shield (1) in order to gain access to the HVAC drain. Remove the white plug (1) and assure there is no debris in the drain tube and/or plug. If debris exists, pull from the drain tube (do NOT force back into evaporator case) and reinstall the plug.
How do I access the a / C condensation drain tube under the?
Ok, to access the drain you can remove the lower kick panel trim to the left of where yuor left foot would be. if you were sitting in the passenger seat. once removed you should see the evap case and below it is the rubber hose for the drain.
The “white plug” plugs the end of the drain tube. The tube has a slot in the bottom, and the plug has a missing side, so the plug makes the hole for the water to leak out. It is very hard to get to. you can see it, but it is 8 inches up from the bottom of the car. You really have to manhandle the heat shield, to get it out of the way.
