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#64 of 73 Re: Water Leaks Into Floor [johndogood] by blueiedgod

Feb 08, 2010 (2:31 pm)

Replying to: johndogood (Feb 07, 2010 10:52 pm)
Just bought a 2001 SE with 83K miles. I parked it outside. Knowing it will rain, I made sure sunroof and windows were closed properly. It rained hard last Saturday. I noticed that the front passenger side's floor was wet. No roof leaks were detected. I brought it back to the used car dealer. He quickly assesed that all he needs to do is replace the rubber seal above the door where the glass ends. He says that it appears worn. It appears more than that. Since he is a non-Honda dealer, I feel he may not be aware of the car's history. Do you have a suggestion as to what the problem is and how to solve it? I want to compel the dealer to take it to a Honda specialist. Thanks for your help.
 
The 2001 SE did not come with a sunroof from the factory. So, you have an aftermarket sunroof.
 
Look at the windshield and see if it has Honda logo. In a rare case, even if it has a Honda logo, it may have been replaced.
 
Also, if you are using the window defogger (the one that blows on the windshield), it utilizes A/C. A/C takes the moisture out of the air, and condeses it. It should dribble down the tube form the A/C module, which is behind the glove box on the passenger side. A clogged drain tube will result in water leaking onto the passenger side floor.
 
I think there was a recall of sorts for the firewall well or something that allowed water in. Register your vehicle at www.honda.com Owner's Link and see what was recalled and if recall was performed.

#65 of 73 Re: Water Leaks Into Floor [blueiedgod] by johndogood

Feb 08, 2010 (8:59 pm)

Replying to: blueiedgod (Feb 08, 2010 2:31 pm)
The used car salesman brought the car to a Honda dealer as I suggested. Honda denies that there was a Technical Service Bulletin for the water leak. I agree w/ you that there may have been one. Dealers will try to weasel out of anything. Anyway, they suggested looking at the windshield. It turns out there was a small crack at the edge covered by the rubber and right above the glove compartment. (How did Honda dealer guess?) My salesman had it replaced and said that they did a water test on it and showed no leaks. It remains to be seen. There is a new storm coming in tomorrow night which should put the repair to the test. Will keep post.
Thanks.
 
P.S. Just curious you did mention that the "windshield. . .may have been replaced". Sorry I still did not get it.

#66 of 73 Re: Water Leaks Into Floor [johndogood] by blueiedgod

Feb 09, 2010 (10:48 am)

Replying to: johndogood (Feb 08, 2010 8:59 pm)
P.S. Just curious you did mention that the "windshield. . .may have been replaced". Sorry I still did not get it.
 
If the previous owner had replaced the windshield after it cracked, the installer may not have installed it correctly, which will cause a leak you described.
 
Windshileds are replaceable parts, just like everything else on a car.

#67 of 73 Re: New Struts, New Noises [mjb56] by mjb56

Sep 03, 2010 (8:53 am)

Replying to: mjb56 (Feb 06, 2010 5:12 pm)
Finally replaced the rear sway bar links and that cut out all the noises, groans and clunks. Handles better too. At the same time the power steering pump went out. In all, I've spent about $2K in the past two years on this car but it finally seems to be up to par. 145K mi. Engine and tranny strong and tight. Wife loves the car so we'll probably be keeping it for awhile. Honda parts are sure expensive, though. The last item to fix will be the driver side power window which is painfully slow in closing, but that will have to wait. Quoted price to fix was $240. Not worth it just yet.

#68 of 73 What to replace in a newly bought 97CRV? by nann

Nov 28, 2010 (7:07 am)

I just bought a 97 CRV e-rdi model...still in very good shape physically....but i'm not sure about the engine...the dealer said timing belt can still go on for 2 more years..should i listen to the dealer or replace the timing belt? I also had overheating problem but that was settled...had radiator cleaned and coolant added...the mechanic told me to always make sure the coolant level is slightly above the max level in the reservoir before starting the car in the morning....one more problem ...i notice the car sort of bounces around quite a lot on uneven road...what could be the proplem?
The mechanic also told me that the long shaft has been removed...will that cause any problems?...TQ

#69 of 73 How to lower fuel consumption in 97 CRV? by nann

Nov 28, 2010 (7:11 am)

My97 CRV E-Rdi model...seem to consume too much fuel...how do i solve this problem?

#70 of 73 Re: What to replace in a newly bought 97CRV? [nann] by blueiedgod

Nov 30, 2010 (2:20 pm)

Replying to: nann (Nov 28, 2010 7:07 am)
Where in the world are you?
 
Honda did not sell E-RDI in the US.
 
As to the timing belt, refer to the owner's manual. If you don't have one, get one from the dealer. The US bound 1997 CR-V had 60,000 mile timing belt interval, which was changed to 108,000 miles in 1999

#71 of 73 Water Leaking underneath Glovebox-Any Suggestions? by forman350

Dec 01, 2010 (1:55 pm)

Today there is heavy rain and I notice that there is clear water dripping underneath my glovebox and underneath the carpet on the passenger side only. I have never seen any water dripping inside of the car. It is a 2001 Honda CRV. Does anyone know what could be causing this? The car only has 66k miles. No other fluids are leaking.
 
Thanks for any help you can provide.

#72 of 73 Re: Water Leaking underneath Glovebox-Any Suggestions? [forman350] by sparkalotapus

Feb 25, 2011 (7:15 am)

Replying to: forman350 (Dec 01, 2010 1:55 pm)
I had the same problem. I had used a power washer on my car to cleaned out the leaves and dirt a the base of the windshield... and unknowingly the pressurized stream ripped though the foam seal between the windshield and the plastic cowl at the base. Regardless how it happens, with a bad cowl seal, rain water rolls down the windshield and funnels inside behind the glovebox.
 
Find instructions on how to remove your wiper arms and then the cowl. You will see the foam seal. Clean surfaces and replace. I replaced mine with foam weather stripping from Home Depot for a couple bucks.

#73 of 73 2000 CR-V check engine light by grampy1

Apr 11, 2011 (12:41 pm)

Check engine light came on,and experienced trusted mechanic is having a difficult time trying to nail down the cause,as there are many that come,and go away.
 
I'm looking for some suggestions.
 
Thanks

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