Where are the drainage holes located on the doors of the 2018 Sagitar?
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The drainage holes on the doors of the 2018 Sagitar are located at the bottom of each door. You can see them by removing the sealing strip at the bottom of the door. Additionally, water that enters the door through the gaps around the window glass is drained out through small holes at the lower edge of the door and the lower part of the hinges. During rain, a small amount of water may enter the door, and this water is expelled through the door's drainage holes. More details are as follows: 1. There are many drainage holes on a car, such as door drainage holes, sunroof drainage holes, and trunk lid drainage holes. It's common to see people distributing small cards, and sometimes these cards get stuck between the door and the window. It's advisable to remove these cards before rolling down the window. If the cards are not removed, they can easily fall inside the door during the window-lowering process. If a card falls inside and blocks the drainage hole, water accumulated in the door during rain cannot drain out, leading to more significant issues. 2. If a card falls inside the door and gets soaked by water, it will eventually disintegrate over time, causing an unpleasant odor inside the car. If a card falls inside the door, removing it requires dismantling the door's interior panel. Therefore, always remove any cards stuck on your window. Regularly cleaning the main drainage holes on your car can prevent blockages. Be cautious with the drainage holes under the doors, as they are easily damaged.
I've been driving for over 30 years and have repaired many Volkswagen models. The issue of water accumulation in door panels is all too common. The drainage holes for the 2018 Sagitar's doors are hidden inside the rubber seals at the bottom of the doors. If you squat down and feel along the edge of the door, you'll find a plastic flap about three fingers wide—pry it open to reveal the drainage hole. The problem with this design is that leaves and mud can easily get stuck between the rubber seal and the drainage hole during rain. Last week, while helping a neighbor clear out water accumulation, I found the rear door drainage hole completely clogged with mud, and water had already reached the floor mats. Remember not to use an iron wire to poke it; instead, use a compressed air gun or a soft hose to flush it out. Also, don't forget to check if the waterproof membrane on the door frame has come unglued, as a torn membrane can also cause leaks.
