What can be done about roof leaks?

RNC
Aug 05, 2022

Rank V

Aug 05, 2022

Recently took delivery of my 2022 2door Basesquatch. Front passenger roof panel lets a little water in (brushless car wash, a few drips) at the overhead seal. Can hear wind noise in that location as well. Not a serious problem, but leaks generally get worse as things age and loosen up. What can be done?
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Rank VI

Aug 05, 2022

#1
Recently took delivery of my 2022 2door Basesquatch. Front passenger roof panel lets a little water in (brushless car wash, a few drips) at the overhead seal. Can hear wind noise in that location as well. Not a serious problem, but leaks generally get worse as things age and loosen up. What can be done?

Front of panel or rear of panel?

If it's out front, I'd say take it to dealer. I had my seal replaced above windshield for water leaking in my door. Keep in mind I have a soft top. But if it's front then could be that seal. If it's rear of panel, check the seals between your panels to see if anything is kinked.
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TK1215

Rank V

Aug 06, 2022

#2
I started with no leaks, removed the front panels and when I put them back on noticed I had a few drops in the car wash. Took them back off, wiped the gaskets with a rag, put the panels back on and leak free again. I suspected, however, I didn’t have the panel seated quite right. Now I give them a little wiggle as I’m seating them and haven’t had a leak since. Having said that, I rarely take them off.
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