How to clean up water accumulation under the carpet of a Sylphy?
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Sylphy carpet water accumulation cleaning methods are as follows: 1. Method one: Immediately remove the carpet from the car and place it on a balcony to dry. If the carpet is too heavy and prone to falling, you can find something to support it. 2. Method two: If the amount of water is not much, you can open the car doors and expose it to sunlight in a ventilated area for 2-3 hours. 3. Method three: If it's inconvenient to operate, you can go to a 4S shop or car wash to have the carpet removed, cleaned, and dried, then reinstalled. It is recommended to go to a car wash for a complete removal and cleaning, as mold may leave odors if not thoroughly cleaned. 4. Method four: After sun exposure, you can place activated charcoal to remove odors, or put some air fresheners or perfume in the car to neutralize the smell.
Last time my Sylphy's floor mat got soaked, I just used a towel to absorb the water for half an hour, only to find the padding underneath was still wet. Actually, you need to remove the seat screws and lift the carpet to dry the underlying sponge properly. Before sun-drying the car, remember to check the sunroof drain tubes—use a wire to clear the drain holes, as clogging there is often the culprit for passenger side leaks. Aged seals around the air filter can also cause leaks, with water seeping in along the firewall. If there’s water in the spare tire well of the trunk, it’s likely due to cracked tail light seals. Don’t cut corners when drying the carpet—remove it and sun-dry for three full days, or the mildew smell might haunt you for half a year.
After repairing Nissan cars for twelve years, I've learned that when dealing with accumulated water under the carpet of a Sylphy, you should first check three potential leakage points: use an air gun to clear the ends of the sunroof drain pipes, apply sealant to the aging firewall gasket, and remove leaves from the trunk lid drainage channel. To address the water accumulation, it's essential to remove the seats and lift the carpet. Start by using a vacuum cleaner or water pump to extract the surface water, then lift the carpet to squeeze out the water from the sponge, much like wringing out a towel. Use a dryer positioned 20 centimeters away from the carpet to blow dry for three hours, paying special attention to the wiring harness connectors on the chassis. Incomplete drying can lead to corrosion of the BCM module, resulting in the inability to roll up the windows.
