In the bottom of the channel is as seam that seam has a factory caulk in it.
Honda elemert roof racck water leak.
Honda has had more than ample time to rectify the water leak issues.
I removed as much of this caulk substance as i could and covered the seem with silicone caulk.
Holes drilled for mounting a roof rack should be waterproofed to prevent or fix a leak.
If you have a roof rack as me we have to remove it as well as the roof trim.
Anything from a sunroof to a roof rack system if not installed properly with the right sealer will cause a water leak in a car.
Over time a leak will ruin the head liner carpets and seats.
We later found out it was the door weather stripping.
In this video we are trying to fix what we think is a leaking roof rack.
Just in far back right corner.
Fix for common problem with honda elements.
I think you should follow through and write honda corporate a letter complete with pics if you have them about your issues.
Apply a sealant on the roof seam all the way from the front to the back.
It helps prevent damage to the interior while permitting more comfort to those seated inside.
A leaking roof rack will cause damage to the interior of your vehicle.
Roof rack is a great way to securely haul items on your cr v.
As you can see there is a water leak in the interior of the car.
My 2008 honda crv has water getting on the passenger side back seat carpet only.
This is a video that i recorded on 5 22 2014 of my 2010 honda civic lx.
Maybe not leaking in that area in specific but is coming right behind where the jack and spare tire are kind of a silent leak.
2008 ridgeline rts billet silver metallic in high point nc.
Water leaking into a car can lead to mold corrosion computer issues and bad smells.
Im 100 sure our issue is with the roof seam.
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Roof would leak to the top of the a pillar on the drivers side.
When the honda element is parked on a hill during a rain storm water might find its way to the passengers side f.