Where is the sunroof drainage outlet of the Tayron located?
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The sunroof drainage holes of the Tayron are generally located at the four corners of the car's sunroof. Below are some maintenance tips for the car sunroof: 1. Pay attention to cleaning frequency: Regular cleaning with fine talcum powder can extend the service life of the sealing ring. The moving parts of the sunroof are made of low-maintenance materials, so mechanical parts should be cleaned periodically with engine oil or lubricant. It is recommended to clean them every two months. 2. Be mindful of sand particle accumulation: After prolonged use, a significant amount of sand particles may accumulate in the sunroof's sliding tracks and gaps. If not removed regularly, these particles can wear down the sunroof components. Frequently clean around the sliding tracks to prevent sand particle accumulation and prolong the sealing ring's lifespan. 3. Precautions before opening the sunroof: Check the roof for any obstacles that might hinder the movement of the glass panel. The sunroof panel is designed to block heat and UV rays; clean it with a soft cloth and cleaning agent, and avoid using sticky cleaning agents.
The sunroof drainage outlets on the Tayron are quite well hidden. I studied them last time I cleaned them. The front drainage outlets are tucked away in two small holes at the front corners of the sunroof, concealed by the A-pillar trim—you have to peel back the rubber seal to see them. The rear drainage outlets are even further back; you’ll need to remove the C-pillar trim or the trunk liner to locate them. These drainage tubes run from the roof all the way behind the tire mudguards, and if you crouch down and look inside the wheel arch, you’ll spot two small rubber tube ends. I clean them every year before the rainy season—once I forgot, and it was a disaster: after a heavy downpour, the driver’s footwell was completely flooded. I recommend using a compressed air canister to blow through the drainage holes or a soft plastic tube to clear them, but be careful not to push too hard and puncture the tubes. Keep a small, thin hook in the car to fish out debris during leaf-fall season.
As someone who frequently tinkers with cars, I'm quite familiar with the drainage design of the Tayron. The front drainage outlets are located at both ends of the sunroof guide rails, featuring small circular openings about the size of a pinky finger, connected to approximately 8mm diameter hoses. Following these hoses downward, they pass through the chassis frame and ultimately exit on the inner side of the fender behind the front wheels. The rear drainage route is more intricate, with the hoses running along the rear edge of the roof to both sides of the trunk. Checking for blockages is straightforward: open the sunroof and pour a cup of water into the drainage channel; if no water drips from the outlet near the wheel arch within ten seconds, it's clogged. Remember to flush the inner walls of the pipes with diluted dish soap water, as accumulated grease can corrode the rubber hoses. This task isn't difficult to do yourself—all you need is an air gun, a soft brush, and a flashlight.
