Will There Be Any Impact If the Sunroof Is Not Properly Closed and It Gets Rained On?
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If the sunroof is not properly closed and it rains, there will be impacts, such as causing dampness inside the car, making the interior prone to mold, and potentially damaging leather seats. Here are some precautions regarding car sunroofs: Avoid turning on electronic devices: First, try not to turn on electronic devices inside the car, such as lights or starting the vehicle, to prevent short circuits caused by water exposure. If there is floor matting, it should be removed. Clean and dry the water inside the car thoroughly. Install an automatic window-closing device: Finally, consider installing an automatic window-closing device, which can automatically close the windows when the car is locked. Before leaving, ensure all windows are completely closed and the doors are properly locked.
I usually enjoy tinkering with my car. Once, while washing it, I accidentally left the sunroof slightly open, and it happened to rain, resulting in a significant amount of water getting inside. That weekend, I was working overtime and didn't deal with it promptly, so the carpets got completely soaked. After two days, there was a musty smell, and worse, upon inspection, I found that the sunroof tracks had rusted and jammed, making it hard to open and close. I took it to a repair shop where they used a dehumidifier to dry out the carpets and replaced some aging seals, costing me several hundred yuan in total. My advice is to immediately open the windows for ventilation after rain, remove the floor mats to dry, and prevent water from accumulating and corroding parts or growing mold. Regularly cleaning the sunroof tracks and seals can also prevent problems before they arise. After all, small issues left unattended can become time-consuming and costly, not to mention affecting your driving mood.
