Body Waterleak Repair

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2005 Suzuki Swift +, 2005 Pontiac Wave, and 2005 Chevrolet Aveo. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

CAUTION: If the vehicle interior is exposed to moisture and becomes soaked up to the level of the sensing and diagnostic module (SDM), the SDM and SDM harness connector must be replaced. The SDM could be activated when powered, which could cause airbag deployment and result in personal injury.

Fig 1: Cutting Out A Portion Of The Adhesive Caulking (1 Of 2)

Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.

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

If the floor carpet is wet refer to Floor Carpet Drying in Interior Trim.

Fig 2: Cutting Out A Portion Of The Adhesive Caulking (2 Of 2)

Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.

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