How to Replace the Door Frame Seal?
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Door frame seals can be replaced at the vehicle's authorized 4S dealership. Alternatively, you can purchase the seal and specialized seal adhesive yourself and replace it independently. You can also use seal-specific maintenance wax to care for and repair the seal. Here are some measures for maintaining the door frame: 1. Regular lubrication maintenance: The door is one of the most frequently used parts, especially if it is opened or closed incorrectly by the driver or passengers, which can lead to easy damage. Therefore, it is essential to keep the door hinges lubricated to reduce wear. The correct way to open and close the door is to fully open or close the window glass, as this helps prevent damage. 2. Protective agents and seal preservation: The door also serves to isolate external noise and waterproof the cabin. If the seal ages or becomes damaged, it can easily lead to cabin leaks and increased noise. Therefore, when maintaining the door, regularly clean dust and sand with a brush and apply a high-penetration protective agent to prevent the seal from aging, achieving better maintenance results.
Replacing the door frame seal is quite easy, and I usually enjoy doing small car maintenance tasks myself. First, prepare the new seal and make sure to buy the correct model to avoid wasted effort. Park in a spacious area to prevent the door from hitting the wall. When removing the old seal, use a small pry tool to gently pry it off—avoid using excessive force to prevent damaging the door paint. Clean off any old adhesive residue on the door frame with alcohol, ensuring the surface is smooth and dust-free so the new seal adheres properly. Apply some specialized adhesive, spreading it evenly—not too much or too little. Then, slowly press the new seal into place, working from one end to the other while checking alignment to avoid crookedness. Finally, test the seal by closing the door a few times to check for leaks, and wait for the adhesive to dry completely. The whole process takes about 40 minutes, and doing it yourself saves a lot of money. The tools required are simple, and basic household tools are usually sufficient, but avoid doing this on very hot days as the adhesive may not work well.
