Water Leaks: Notes

NOTE:

READ THE FOLLOWING INFORMATION FIRST

This Service Information applies to all Jeep models: 2/4 door & Hard/Soft Top.
Before testing the vehicle, perform a review of the top system. Make sure all the latches are engaged, none of the top seals are puckered or distorted, the door seals are installed correctly, the tops are not out of alignment, etc. .
Each leak area can have multiple root causes, as noted in the diagnosis chart. It is important to water test each repair before starting the next.
If a leak cannot be reproduced, it is due to the period of time the vehicle is under wet conditions. Some leaks may take hours before leaking.
When the door is open, there is water run off from the roof that can soak the carpet. Be sure to explain to the customer that this cannot be fixed. This is an unfortunate condition with this type of vehicle, similar to convertibles .
If a leak cannot be reproduced, apply all the repairs as noted in the diagnosis chart.
It is important to understand where the leak ENDS up when diagnosing the vehicle. Where the leak ends up, does not always explain where the leak originates. Refer to the DIAGNOSIS CHART - when determining which repairs to perform.
This repair procedure does NOT cover every possible water leak on the Jeep Wrangler. The issues identified in this document are the severe leaks that may occur in the field .
If a hose is required, place on the top of the vehicle facing forward making sure water is getting to all areas. Do NOT directly spray in the area of question. This can create a "false" leak that cannot be fixed.
Generally, a car wash is the preferred method to diagnose a vehicle.
The content identifies the severe areas of water leaks, the critical characteristics of each area and how to repair them.

NOTE:

Several repairs require the use of a water leak repair foam kit, available through Mopar Parts

DIAGNOSIS CHART -

Water Leak Conditions
Water is on door trim panel or Instrument Panel at A-pillar	Water is on center of Instrument Panel / Shifter	Water at Rear Hard Top Panel / B-pillar	Water is on front carpet
Refer to REPAIR PROCEDURE FOR WINDSHIELD HEADER SEAL .	Refer to REPAIR PROCEDURES FOR FREEDOM PANEL SEALS .	Refer to REPAIR PROCEDURE FOR HARD TOP SEAL .	Refer to REPAIR PROCEDURE FOR REAR WHEEL FLARE HOLE .
Refer to REPAIR PROCEDURE FOR DOOR FIT AND PRIMARY SEAL .	Refer to REPAIR PROCEDURES FOR FREEDOM PANEL LATCHES .	Refer to REPAIR PROCEDURE FOR B-PILLAR MUCKET .	Refer to REPAIR PROCEDURE FOR COWL SIDE PANEL .
Refer to REPAIR PROCEDURE FOR A-PILLAR MUCKET AND FOAM .