What Causes Water Accumulation in the Trunk?
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The reasons for water accumulation in the trunk include: 1. Blockage: Clogged drainage pipes of the sunroof or trunk; blocked rear drainage outlets. 2. Aging: Deteriorated sealing strips of the sunroof or trunk. 3. Damage: Broken trunk clips. 4. Collision: Dents in the trunk due to impact. 5. Leakage: Water seepage through the trunk ventilation grille. The car trunk is a space for storing spare items and transporting goods. The functions of the car trunk are as follows: 1. Storing miscellaneous items: It can hold large items and miscellaneous goods. 2. Storing essentials: Typically includes the car's spare tire, emergency kit, onboard tool kit, warning triangle, fire extinguisher, car refrigerator, and emergency fuel cap release cable.
Last time my car's trunk leaked water and it really worried me. I found there were several reasons. First, the trunk's sealing rubber strip had aged or deformed, allowing water from car washes or rain to seep in, especially common in older cars that have been used for three to five years. Second, there are drainage holes under the trunk floor, and if they're blocked by mud or leaves, the water can't drain out. Also, if the trunk lid doesn't close tightly or the latch is broken, it can cause leaks. In my case, it was because the trunk lid didn't close properly after a rear-end collision. Additionally, if the sunroof's drainage pipe leads near the trunk and gets blocked, water can backflow into the trunk. Finally, after checking, I found that the drainage hole was blocked. After unclogging it, I spent a long time wiping it dry with a cloth.
