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Body Waterleak Repair



Body Waterleak Repair





Depending on the location of the waterleak, you may have to remove certain interior components in order to repair the leak.





1. Cut out a portion of the adhesive caulking in the leak area from inside or outside of the vehicle.
2. Clean and remove all loose particles of the adhesive old caulking from the area.
3. Apply joint body and seam sealer where the old adhesive caulking was removed.
4. Allow the adhesive caulking to dry for several hours.
5. Test for leaks.
6. Install the trim, if removed.