Where is the Civic door drain located?
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Civic door drains are located at the bottom of the doors. After opening the door, you can see the drain holes at the bottom, which are covered by sealing strips. In addition to the drain holes on the doors, there are other drain holes on the car. Most water tanks are designed to tilt upwards, and for safety reasons, drain holes are also set inside the fuel tank, using special pipes for drainage. The ninth-generation Civic is equipped with 205/50R17 tires and offers three-door hatchback, hardtop coupe, hybrid, and five-door sedan versions. In terms of body dimensions, the car measures 4649mm in length, 1800mm in width, and 1416mm in height, with a wheelbase of 2700mm.
I remember helping a friend fix water accumulation issues in their Civic's door. The drainage holes are typically located along the bottom edge of the door near the corners, hidden beneath the rubber seals close to the door hinges. You'll need to fully open the door and crouch down to carefully inspect the door seams - you'll spot several small holes designed to drain rainwater and accumulated water. If these get clogged with debris, the trapped water can seep into the car body, corroding the steel panels or damaging the power window motors, leading to strange noises or window malfunction. When I did this myself, I used thin wire or a hair dryer to gently clear the passages. Checking them quarterly can prevent major repairs. After driving for over a decade, I've seen too many cases like this - keeping them clear saves both hassle and money while preventing rust risks. Pay extra attention to this small detail when rainy season approaches.
