Where is the water under the co-pilot seat of the Bora car leaking from?
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Water under the co-pilot seat of the Bora car is condensate water from the air conditioner evaporator. Below is an introduction about the Bora: Introduction: The Bora is a classic model under the Volkswagen brand. The new Bora's interior draws inspiration from the high-end model Magotan's simple and symmetrical design style, highlighting a steady and grand atmosphere. Exterior design: The all-new Bora adopts Volkswagen's family-style front face design, with distinct layers in the headlights using a wing-shaped design, giving it a strong three-dimensional feel. Compared to the current model, the rear design has changes in both the outline and light clusters, and the body lines are also significantly different from the current Bora, becoming more fluid, while adopting a newly designed aluminum alloy wheel style.
A couple of days ago, my Bora had the same issue—the front passenger floor mat was completely soaked. The key is to inspect the air conditioning system because the Bora's AC drain hose is located right in front of the passenger seat. First, check whether the water is clean or oily. If it's clean, it's most likely condensation from the AC. Crawl under and look for a hose about the thickness of a little finger to see if it's loose or clogged. Another possibility is the sunroof drain hose—on the Bora, it runs down to the A-pillar, and if it gets blocked by leaves, water can back up into the cabin. Last time, my issue was a loose AC hose, and I fixed it by reattaching it myself. Also, check the door seals—if they’re not tight, water can seep in during rainy weather. It’s best to have a flashlight handy to carefully trace the source of the leak.
My old Bora had the same issue last winter, with so much water pooling under the passenger seat that I could almost raise fish in it. Nine times out of ten, this kind of leakage is caused by the air conditioning drain pipe, located behind the glove box. Turn on your AC at full blast—if no water drips under the car, it confirms a drainage problem. Don’t underestimate this; water damage to circuit boards can be costly to repair. Additionally, the Bora’s heater core is inside the dashboard—if it leaks coolant, it can also flow into the passenger footwell. This kind of water has a sweet smell and yellowish tint, so remember to distinguish it. The simplest solution is to remove the seats to dry the carpet, then pour water over suspected areas to test for leaks.
