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Water draining through seatbelt hole during rainstorms.

Discussion in '4th Gen 4Runners (2003-2009)' started by ElAyDubleZee, Aug 7, 2023.

  1. Aug 7, 2023 at 12:12 PM
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    ElAyDubleZee

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    As the title says. When it rains, water pours through the seatbelt hole, and not just a little. I've plugged it with a hand towel and that usually helps but not always. Any advice or know-how on fixing it? Thank you.

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  2. Aug 7, 2023 at 12:27 PM
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    Do you have a moonroof?
     
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    That drain is blocked from the sunroof
     
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  5. Aug 7, 2023 at 12:59 PM
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    You likely have dirt/debris in the drainage channel causing the leak. Pretty straightforward to clean it out.
     
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    Well I think that did the trick! I snaked some weed whacker wire down each drain hole and followed it with water. No water draining through the seatbelt hole! We'll have to wait until a storm but for now I think we're good :).
     
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    That’s great to hear. Depending on where you park (such as under trees), it can clog fairly quickly so check it from time to time.
     
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    Thank you! I will keep this in mind.
     
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