What to Do When Water Leaks Through the Car Door Seam on Rainy Days?
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On sunny days, simply open the car windows fully to air out and dry the interior. If the door seal strip is deformed, causing water to leak into the car, promptly check whether the seal strip is damaged. Adjust the vehicle's circulation switch to internal circulation to allow the water vapor inside the cabin to be expelled outside through the air conditioning system.
I've been driving for almost twenty years, and water seeping into the door gaps on rainy days is a common issue, especially with older cars. After the last heavy rain, water even flowed into the inner door panel, which took me half a day to clean up. For emergency treatment, immediately use a dry towel to absorb all the moisture, then use a hairdryer on a low setting to blow-dry the door gap area to prevent water accumulation from causing internal parts to rust or electrical circuits to short. Next, check if the sealing strips have any signs of aging, deformation, or looseness. If the sealing strip is damaged, go to an auto parts store to buy a matching model and replace it yourself—it only takes about ten minutes. Preventive measures are crucial in daily maintenance. When washing the car, pay attention to cleaning dust from the door gaps, park on level ground to avoid water pooling, and inspect the condition of the sealing strips every six months—don’t wait until the leakage becomes severe to fix it. These steps can basically help avoid major troubles and also extend the lifespan of your car doors.
