Wet Footwell

ganeil · 04-01-2007, 08:45 PM

Does anyone have any idea what would cause water to enter my passenger side foot well? It has been raining today and my wife got in the passenger seat and noticed the floor mat was soaking wet. The moisture extends to the rear seat area but is confined to the passenger side.

Any ideas would be appreciated.

esquire · 04-01-2007, 08:49 PM

maybe a poor window seal?

itsbrokeagain · 04-01-2007, 08:51 PM

sounds like the rubber weatherseal around the door is leaking..either that or the vapor barrier behind the door panel is torn.

Had any work done in there recently??

///Matt · 04-01-2007, 11:22 PM

VAPOR BARRIER +1.

that's the most common symptom. =)

Jay_328 · 04-01-2007, 11:29 PM

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Originally Posted by ///Matt

VAPOR BARRIER +1.

that's the most common symptom. =)

I agree, I had that problem on my 325ci ....bring it to the dealer.

DC-IV · 04-01-2007, 11:51 PM

My Jetta (06 2.0T FSI) had the exact same problem. It turned out to be two different problems, one leak was caused by water coming though the firewall (when it rains) and the other was a cracked condensor box which is part of the aircon. hope that helps. Regards Dan.

fueledbymetal · 04-02-2007, 07:04 AM

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Originally Posted by ///Matt

VAPOR BARRIER +1.

that's the most common symptom. =)

Can you describe the vapor barrier to me? I'm unfamliar with what this part is.

Neurorad · 04-02-2007, 08:04 AM

I remember seeing another post, 8-10 months ago, with unknown fluid accumulating in the same spot - I think it was water. Don't remember outcome.

Edit - couldn't find it.

///Matt · 04-02-2007, 08:32 AM

the Vapor barrier is a skin behind the door trim panel, which seals door internals. the seal goes bad, or the vapor barrier get's a hole, then water gets in. =)

fueledbymetal · 04-02-2007, 02:12 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by ///Matt

the Vapor barrier is a skin behind the door trim panel, which seals door internals. the seal goes bad, or the vapor barrier get's a hole, then water gets in. =)

Cool, thanks

DFW_M · 04-02-2007, 03:03 PM

Could be the AC stuff too.
I had that issue in my week old (then) VW and the stink from it was forever there after that...
Somehow the dripping pipe was clogged (on the bottom of the car) and it "dripped" inside...

To add:
If that was the window seal, you would probably see some traces of water on your door...
Similarly with the vapor barrier.
Your water thing should be contained to the carpet only, right?

BK · 04-02-2007, 05:17 PM

On a lot of cars, a wet footwell on the passenger side means the drainage for the AC is clogged. I don't know about BMW, but this is a relatively common issue on other cars.

Tmac911 · 04-02-2007, 09:43 PM

my c-class had the exact same problem
spent like $350 first time then i notice it was still leaking and brought it bak to the dealer and they charged another $350 i was soooo pissed

DFW_M · 04-02-2007, 10:42 PM

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Originally Posted by Tmac911

my c-class had the exact same problem
spent like $350 first time then i notice it was still leaking and brought it bak to the dealer and they charged another $350 i was soooo pissed

luckily we have a free maintenance plan...and a warranty

stressdoc · 04-03-2007, 09:45 AM

Most likely the vapor seal, as per comments above. This was also an achilles heel on the E46. A/C is less likely as the water is associated with being left outside in the rain. Get this fixed ASAP or your car will end up smelling like a swamp for the rest of its life.

ganeil · 04-03-2007, 10:11 AM

It goes into the shop tomorrow. I will let you all know the verdict.

MrDummy · 06-30-2009, 01:14 PM

Mine had same issue, I am picking it up 2day

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itsbrokeagain 310 Rep 15,745 Posts Drives: 1999 528iT, E53 X5, E46 325xi Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: Strong Island iTrader: (7)	sounds like the rubber weatherseal around the door is leaking..either that or the vapor barrier behind the door panel is torn. Had any work done in there recently??
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///Matt United States Marine 318 Rep 2,748 Posts Drives: 2007 Dodge Ram 1500 Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: Los Angeles iTrader: (8) Garage List 2006 330i [0.00]	VAPOR BARRIER +1. that's the most common symptom. =)
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DC-IV New Member 0 Rep 5 Posts Drives: 07 BMW 320d - 07 Audi TT 2.0T Join Date: Sep 2005 Location: Australia iTrader: (0)	My Jetta (06 2.0T FSI) had the exact same problem. It turned out to be two different problems, one leak was caused by water coming though the firewall (when it rains) and the other was a cracked condensor box which is part of the aircon. hope that helps. Regards Dan.
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Neurorad Major 87 Rep 1,224 Posts Drives: 2017 340xi Join Date: Feb 2006 Location: Location, Location iTrader: (0)	I remember seeing another post, 8-10 months ago, with unknown fluid accumulating in the same spot - I think it was water. Don't remember outcome. Edit - couldn't find it. Last edited by Neurorad; 04-02-2007 at 08:43 AM..
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///Matt United States Marine 318 Rep 2,748 Posts Drives: 2007 Dodge Ram 1500 Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: Los Angeles iTrader: (8) Garage List 2006 330i [0.00]	the Vapor barrier is a skin behind the door trim panel, which seals door internals. the seal goes bad, or the vapor barrier get's a hole, then water gets in. =)
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DFW_M Major General 1671 Rep 6,589 Posts Drives: Macan GTS Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: Dallas, TX iTrader: (4)	Could be the AC stuff too. I had that issue in my week old (then) VW and the stink from it was forever there after that... Somehow the dripping pipe was clogged (on the bottom of the car) and it "dripped" inside... To add: If that was the window seal, you would probably see some traces of water on your door... Similarly with the vapor barrier. Your water thing should be contained to the carpet only, right?
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stressdoc Moderator 618 Rep 10,855 Posts Drives: BMW i8; Toy 4runner TRD pro Join Date: Jun 2005 Location: Waco TX iTrader: (0)	Most likely the vapor seal, as per comments above. This was also an achilles heel on the E46. A/C is less likely as the water is associated with being left outside in the rain. Get this fixed ASAP or your car will end up smelling like a swamp for the rest of its life. __________________ My recent ED photos: http://f80.bimmerpost.com/forums/sho....php?t=1026808 my not-so-recent ED: http://www.e90post.com/forums/showthread.php?t=31829 Please join BMWCCA http://bmwcca.org/index.php?pageid=c...&ref_by=300279
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