Is It Normal for Car Doors to Leak Water in the Rain?

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EllieLee
07/30/25 7:16am
It is not normal for car doors to leak water in the rain, which may indicate door damage. Here is a detailed introduction on how to solve water leakage into the car: 1. If the interior is only affected by rain: Simply open the windows on a sunny day to allow thorough drying. 2. If water has entered the cabin: The repair process mainly involves removing accumulated water. There are several rubber sealing plugs at the bottom of the vehicle chassis; opening these plugs can drain the water from the cabin. However, since the interior floor mats absorb water strongly, they should be removed and placed in a spacious area to facilitate evaporation. 3. If there is still moisture inside the car: Turn on the air conditioning and adjust the vehicle’s circulation switch to internal circulation to allow water vapor to be expelled through the air conditioning system. This is a very quick dehumidification method in summer.
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