What Is Car Weather Stripping?

When should you replace weather stripping around car window?

Issues from car weather stripping wear are often due to age or exposure to conditions like extreme heat and harsh sunlight. If you notice the material is brittle, loose, compressed, torn, or frayed, it's probably due for repair or replacement.

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Popular Mechanics notes that failing weather stripping allows water to seep into your car, which, if left unattended, may cause damage. Signs of failing weather stripping could include wetness on the carpet, on the upholstery, around the trunk, or water entering through a window when everything is shut. Another indicator could be a loud wind noise that occurs while you're driving with all the windows rolled up.

Effective seals help keep the cabin interior comfortable when you're running heat or air conditioning. According to Advance Auto Parts, if you find yourself cranking the temperature up or down abnormally, and you've ruled out problems specific to the heating, ventilation, and AC system, a weather stripping issue could be the cause.

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How to tell if your car weather stripping needs repair

Before performing a replacement, you'll need to determine exactly where the weather stripping is failing. This could mean doing some investigating because water can travel along the seal far from the actual leak. Automotive experts recommend listening for louder wind noise while driving to narrow it down. Once you're parked, examine the weather stripping for wear and tear.

You can also identify a leaking spot by rolling up all the windows, closing the doors and trunk, and spraying a hose on the area. Observe where the water begins to drip or pool.

Different parts of the car have specific types of specially-designed weather stripping. Unlike car doors, windows, and trunks, each windshield has trim around the edge called molding. Your car could have molding that's attached to the car body. For repairing or replacing the weather stripping around the windshield, you may need to consult an auto glass company.

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