Why can't they build these things without leaks? Keeping water out should be one of the highest priorities from a car manufacturer. I had this problem in my 05 Grand Cherokee Limited and eventually they had to replace with a new sunroof. Thanks for the information Milous.
2011 Grand Cherokee - Waterleak Diagnosis Procedures
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I've been trying to isolate a possible bad smell (like mold or standing water) somewhere inside my 2012 WK2.
Could a water leak be the cause and what is the best way to bring this up with the dealership?
Could a water leak be the cause and what is the best way to bring this up with the dealership?
I just found out my 2012 Overland with the standard sunroof has a leak in that area.
I discovered it while in a carwash. The water seems to be entering from the rear edge of the sunroof. With the sunshade closed, there is nothing to notice. But I had the sunshade open and I felt a drip of water. I felt along the top of the sunshade and discovered it was wet.
I'll be taking it in to have this newest problem fixed.
BTW, I don't see any mention of checking the sunroof area in the TSB above. Is there a seperate one that addresses this kind of leaking problem?
I discovered it while in a carwash. The water seems to be entering from the rear edge of the sunroof. With the sunshade closed, there is nothing to notice. But I had the sunshade open and I felt a drip of water. I felt along the top of the sunshade and discovered it was wet.
I'll be taking it in to have this newest problem fixed.
BTW, I don't see any mention of checking the sunroof area in the TSB above. Is there a seperate one that addresses this kind of leaking problem?
Hey guys. I have a 2011 GC and have only noticed one water leaking problem. I think it was from hauling a** through a ~8" water puddle, but i'm not entirely sure. It was about 40ft long and I had the gas to the floor . I used to do it all the time in my exploder. Anyway, I heard a slushing sound (water rushing forward) when I applied the breaks at a moderate pressure. Sounded like it was coming from under my driver's seat or above my head. Being lazy, I didn't want to take it to the dealership. I also had ants . So I unbolted my seat, carefully maneuvered it out of the door (but not carefully enough ) and set it on the ground. I popped off the trim around the driver's carpet, and pulled the WET carpet out. I didn't notice the water b/c of rubber floor mats. I pulled out the plastic floor board. There it was, about 4" of water on the inside of the body, under my driver's seat. I pulled the 2 drain plugs and let it drain. Almost like they were expecting water to find it's way there. Its a jeep so some people will treat it like one. anyway, i dried it out with a towel and washed the mildew smelling carpet in the carwash and left it out for a few days to dry. Then Lysoled and febreezed it and replaced. Everything is fine now.
Also, I've taken the back seats and lower rear trim out. The spare tire and shroud, side panels and everything down to the carpet and outside fenders. Everything was dry and had no smell. I had to ditch that crappy sub for a better one. Haven't noticed any other leaks, sorry for rambling, hope my info helps.
. I used to do it all the time in my exploder. Anyway, I heard a slushing sound (water rushing forward) when I applied the breaks at a moderate pressure. Sounded like it was coming from under my driver's seat or above my head. Being lazy, I didn't want to take it to the dealership. I also had ants . So I unbolted my seat, carefully maneuvered it out of the door (but not carefully enough ) and set it on the ground. I popped off the trim around the driver's carpet, and pulled the WET carpet out. I didn't notice the water b/c of rubber floor mats. I pulled out the plastic floor board. There it was, about 4" of water on the inside of the body, under my driver's seat. I pulled the 2 drain plugs and let it drain. Almost like they were expecting water to find it's way there. Its a jeep so some people will treat it like one. anyway, i dried it out with a towel and washed the mildew smelling carpet in the carwash and left it out for a few days to dry. Then Lysoled and febreezed it and replaced. Everything is fine now.Also, I've taken the back seats and lower rear trim out. The spare tire and shroud, side panels and everything down to the carpet and outside fenders. Everything was dry and had no smell. I had to ditch that crappy sub for a better one. Haven't noticed any other leaks, sorry for rambling, hope my info helps.
I had water leaking thru the grommet located top center of the rear window. It could be leaking there and flowing into your spare area. Put someone inside and hose that area down and look for entry points.
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