Leak- Passenger Footwell- 2004 Micra

[Lew747]

Hi All,

First time post here. I'm after some advice as almost all of the threads I've searched for online relate to the previous generation of Micra- K11. My grandmothers 2004 Micra SE has got a leak coming down into the passenger side footwell (RHD model- UK).

I've removed the scuttle panel and glovebox. This model has air conditioning but no pollen filter so can get a good view of all the internals. The leak is very small. Almost a very slow trickle when the vehicle is standing outside for periods in rain or when I soak the car with the hose (Over the course of recent wet weather however has left almost 1/2" of water in the front and rear!) Any ideas on where I can be looking because nothing is coming out as obvious- perished seals, corrosion etc. The car is in very good condition- 18,000 miles since new and does stand around a lot outside. Due to the how slow the leak is, it is almost impossible for me see where it is originating from but definitely originates from down by the A- Pillar.

Hope you can help!

Lewis

 

[plmval]

A determined detective time consuming DIY job with the help of talcum powder & clear silicone sealant, are well worth the effort @ almost zero cost?

The methods & solutions are generic common to all vehicles & not specific to the K12?

Use the search function @ top right on the MSC.

References:

1) https://www.micra.org.uk/threads/wet-floor.52007/

2)https://www.google.com/search?q=K12...eAhXlKMAKHbX3AYQQsAR6BAgEEAE&biw=1354&bih=625

3)https://www.micra.org.uk/threads/drivers-side-huge-water-leak-help.69738/#post-764764

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5) https://www.micra.org.uk/threads/very-wet-damp-seats-k12.70499/#post-769687

AS always do your own research to minimise unnecessary invasive dismantling work that can create faults where none previously existed.

Good luck

 

[Lew1275]

SOLVED. Thank you sir. The links you gave me I could not find myself on these forums even using the advanced search feature. For future reference for anybody else who comes across this thread- it was from a blocked drain point in the sunroof causing water to overflow down the inside of the A-pillar into the footwell. Compressed air from an air-line and some poking seemed to do the trick.