Thanks for the informative video. I just noticed this today on the passenger side of my 2006 xB. I'm going to sand any cracks I find and use epoxy to repair them. Going to get some new drip rails too. My xB has lived outdoors its whole life and those rails are pretty crusty. Still not bad for a 16-year-old vehicle!
Holy crap man. I've had about 5 windshields put in trying to fix this problem. I've had mechanics, body shop guys, and windshield guys tell me it's the windshield gasket adhesive. Going to fix this myself immediately. 2004 xB with 150k miles. Started happening last year
@@mechfix6902 I do feel the headliner is wet in the corner where the a pillar trim attaches. I've actually removed that piece of trim because it fills up with at least 6 ounces of rain water. Passenger side only. I haven't had the time to find some sealant and really tackle this issue yet.
I just put the silicon adhesive (Mega Black) on the cracks. It's not possible to get sealant under the clip....but I put the adhesive right up to the clip. It's been about 4 years now...and no problems with the fix. I see where I may have caused some confusion in my video when it comes to "silicon". It's fairly clear, but I should have stressed Silicone ADHEASIVE (Mega Black) goes on the cracks....Silicone LUBE goes on the trim piece as a release agent. A do better on my part.
Do you recommend replacing any of these rubber parts? I haven't checked for cracks, but I had assumed the problem was from a leaky gasket of some sorts. My headliner gets wet when it rains. Thanks for the video and your continued posts!
You don't need to replace the rubber part/trim piece. The leak is being caused by cracks in the hard seam body compound below the trim piece. Hope the fix works for you.@@danielmendoza4686
just happened to mine, a 2005, passenger front side. Toyota quality is great but there have been a few quirks with the scion over the years but I will still likely get a newer Xb, the ultimate practical vehicle.
Thank you so much for making this video. I have a leak in the same exact place in my 2005 Scion XA. I'm going to look for the same crack when it's daylight.
I've been having this issue for about a year. Getting my windshield replaced as I type this cause I thought that might be the issue (it's cracked and needs a replacement anyway). Only started looking for solutions after a hard rain that absolutely soaked my carpet. I hope this works.
Just a quick note. If your passenger side carpet is getting wet it maybe a disconnected A/C evaporator drain hose. See Tech Service Bulletin AC005-05. I'll see if I can add a note on the video.
i have the same problem on a corolla 2007 it has the same clip. did you just put silicon on the cracks? what about under the clip. how's it's holding so far.. ? thanks for the video
Thank you. This is very useful for me. My leak is actually just at the seam between windshield and the roof frame. However, your video gives me idea on where to look for and what kind of silicone i should use to fix it.
The molding is made of rubber so you don't have to worry about damaging it. The clip is hard plastic but it is basically only holding the soft rubber. If you put some tape on a smaller screwdriver...to protect your paint...you'll find the trim will easily pry from the clip. Actually, the trim comes out a little too easy, if you look at XB's in your area you'll probably see ones with the trim missing.
Mech Fix thanks for that. Need to remove the trim to do some intense detailing. Car is parked outside most of the time but normally protected with a car cover. Just need somebody with experience who has popped these off. Lots of XB’s in my area but all are mostly pristine unlike mine.
I just bought a used drip molding but not sure how to apply the silicon I noticed it comes off very easily and after a car wash it was leaking on the L rear end hooding onto the speaker’s what would be best to use to keep the trim on place and leak free
On the L rear leak, I would do a thorough job of cleaning the molding channel from mid-car back and clean the seams that you can see with the hatch open. Then with a bright flashlight...look for hairline cracks. Seal any cracks with the mega-black mentioned in the video. A light film of silicone grease can be wiped on the molding with your fingers....but only in the area of the crack repair. I believe the basic issue with the molding security is .....it's 16 years old...and has lost some of the resiliency used to be retained by the clips. I hate to say it, but the best solution would be to use "Amazing GOOP" (Automotive Adhesive) in about four one inch areas to secure the trim. You wouldn't want to use the GOOP adhesive in the crack repair area. The other option would be to see if your local Toyota dealership could order a "new" molding...$$..and auto companies are only required to maintain spare parts for a car for 10 years.
So those clips that you have are painted over ? Os it better to take the off or leave on... also another question if I take them off will it chip my paint?
Yes, the plastic clips that secure the trim piece are painted over at the factory. Since they are likely glued to the primer...or bare metal, I would guess you would end up with chipped paint if you removed them...then you would have to prime/paint the area. If you take the clips off...you'll never be able to reinstall the trim. I would leave the clips in place.
Yes, this fixed the leak with no problems. Be sure to look for and seal all cracks in the area. If you look close in the video you'll see some cracks near the plastic clip that I didn't mention....but I sealed them all.
This also happens to the Toyota Yaris hatchback. My 08 Yaris does the same damn thing and leaks an exact same spot. It's a Toyota defect that's known but they haven't acknowledged it
@@mechfix6902 update: My XD had a group of small cracks starting on the left rear roof molding, and water was ending up by my spare donut. so after i following your lead here , i stopped it coming in over my tail light. Then last week the right side has decided to take in water. So I've returned to ask you how far back did you start the rtv gasket on this repaiir? I know water has to exit the channel somewhat normally after the repair.
Luis..I'm having problems getting a decent link established. There is an issue with the "Reel Lube" silicone grease.....it's no longer made. So, Permatex makes a silicone dielectric grease (P/N 22058) and Mega Black (P/N 99839) is made by VersaChem. Both products are available on Amazon for about $13.00 each.
Thanks for this Video, I have a 2005 Scion XB, with the exact same problem, on both sides of car. it must have been a minor design flaw with these vehicles.
Thanks for showing me exactly what to look for! Found the crack, cleaned it out, buttered it up. Wife is happy.
Thanks for the informative video. I just noticed this today on the passenger side of my 2006 xB. I'm going to sand any cracks I find and use epoxy to repair them. Going to get some new drip rails too. My xB has lived outdoors its whole life and those rails are pretty crusty. Still not bad for a 16-year-old vehicle!
Wow! This was such a helpful video and awesomely done. Thanks for solving my month-long leak mystery1
Holy crap man. I've had about 5 windshields put in trying to fix this problem. I've had mechanics, body shop guys, and windshield guys tell me it's the windshield gasket adhesive. Going to fix this myself immediately. 2004 xB with 150k miles. Started happening last year
Quick note. Take a look at the reply I sent "Daniel C". Hope the fix works for you..
@@mechfix6902 I do feel the headliner is wet in the corner where the a pillar trim attaches. I've actually removed that piece of trim because it fills up with at least 6 ounces of rain water. Passenger side only. I haven't had the time to find some sealant and really tackle this issue yet.
I just put the silicon adhesive (Mega Black) on the cracks. It's not possible to get sealant under the clip....but I put the adhesive right up to the clip. It's been about 4 years now...and no problems with the fix. I see where I may have caused some confusion in my video when it comes to "silicon". It's fairly clear, but I should have stressed Silicone ADHEASIVE (Mega Black) goes on the cracks....Silicone LUBE goes on the trim piece as a release agent. A do better on my part.
Do you recommend replacing any of these rubber parts? I haven't checked for cracks, but I had assumed the problem was from a leaky gasket of some sorts. My headliner gets wet when it rains. Thanks for the video and your continued posts!
You don't need to replace the rubber part/trim piece. The leak is being caused by cracks in the hard seam body compound below the trim piece. Hope the fix works for you.@@danielmendoza4686
just happened to mine, a 2005, passenger front side. Toyota quality is great but there have been a few quirks with the scion over the years but I will still likely get a newer Xb, the ultimate practical vehicle.
Same with mine
This is exactly what's happening in my 2004 Toyota Sienna. I'm gona give it a shot.
Thank you so much for making this video. I have a leak in the same exact place in my 2005 Scion XA. I'm going to look for the same crack when it's daylight.
Yes it must be systemic, mine is doing it in the passenger side. Thank you for this
Thank you for your video, It was driving me nuts I had the same problem , 4 windshields have been replaced by now
I've been having this issue for about a year. Getting my windshield replaced as I type this cause I thought that might be the issue (it's cracked and needs a replacement anyway). Only started looking for solutions after a hard rain that absolutely soaked my carpet. I hope this works.
Just a quick note. If your passenger side carpet is getting wet it maybe a disconnected A/C evaporator drain hose. See Tech Service Bulletin AC005-05. I'll see if I can add a note on the video.
i have the same problem on a corolla 2007 it has the same clip. did you just put silicon on the cracks? what about under the clip. how's it's holding so far.. ? thanks for the video
08 scion xb, i have the same problem! Thank you!
Thank you. This is very useful for me. My leak is actually just at the seam between windshield and the roof frame. However, your video gives me idea on where to look for and what kind of silicone i should use to fix it.
Hi there, can I ask how to remove the molding from the roof without breaking the end clips or the trim itself?
The molding is made of rubber so you don't have to worry about damaging it. The clip is hard plastic but it is basically only holding the soft rubber. If you put some tape on a smaller screwdriver...to protect your paint...you'll find the trim will easily pry from the clip. Actually, the trim comes out a little too easy, if you look at XB's in your area you'll probably see ones with the trim missing.
Mech Fix thanks for that. Need to remove the trim to do some intense detailing. Car is parked outside most of the time but normally protected with a car cover. Just need somebody with experience who has popped these off. Lots of XB’s in my area but all are mostly pristine unlike mine.
2004 scion XA and I have this too
YEP SAME HERE
I just bought a used drip molding but not sure how to apply the silicon I noticed it comes off very easily and after a car wash it was leaking on the L rear end hooding onto the speaker’s what would be best to use to keep the trim on place and leak free
On the L rear leak, I would do a thorough job of cleaning the molding channel from mid-car back and clean the seams that you can see with the hatch open. Then with a bright flashlight...look for hairline cracks. Seal any cracks with the mega-black mentioned in the video. A light film of silicone grease can be wiped on the molding with your fingers....but only in the area of the crack repair. I believe the basic issue with the molding security is .....it's 16 years old...and has lost some of the resiliency used to be retained by the clips. I hate to say it, but the best solution would be to use "Amazing GOOP" (Automotive Adhesive) in about four one inch areas to secure the trim. You wouldn't want to use the GOOP adhesive in the crack repair area. The other option would be to see if your local Toyota dealership could order a "new" molding...$$..and auto companies are only required to maintain spare parts for a car for 10 years.
So those clips that you have are painted over ? Os it better to take the off or leave on... also another question if I take them off will it chip my paint?
Yes, the plastic clips that secure the trim piece are painted over at the factory. Since they are likely glued to the primer...or bare metal, I would guess you would end up with chipped paint if you removed them...then you would have to prime/paint the area. If you take the clips off...you'll never be able to reinstall the trim. I would leave the clips in place.
Did it solved the problem?
Yes, this fixed the leak with no problems. Be sure to look for and seal all cracks in the area. If you look close in the video you'll see some cracks near the plastic clip that I didn't mention....but I sealed them all.
This also happens to the Toyota Yaris hatchback. My 08 Yaris does the same damn thing and leaks an exact same spot. It's a Toyota defect that's known but they haven't acknowledged it
And all the scion xDs do it too
Any problems getting the molding to lay in the same manner after you silicone sealed the crack?
I didn't have any problems reinstalling the molding. Because I'd lubed the molding, I reinstalled it while the silicone was still wet.
@@mechfix6902 update: My XD had a group of small cracks starting on the left rear roof molding, and water was ending up by my spare donut. so after i following your lead here , i stopped it coming in over my tail light. Then last week the right side has decided to take in water. So I've returned to ask you how far back did you start the rtv gasket on this repaiir? I know water has to exit the channel somewhat normally after the repair.
Can you leave a link for the products needed for the repair? Thanks
Luis..I'm having problems getting a decent link established. There is an issue with the "Reel Lube" silicone grease.....it's no longer made. So, Permatex makes a silicone dielectric grease (P/N 22058) and Mega Black (P/N 99839) is made by VersaChem. Both products are available on Amazon for about $13.00 each.
Thanks for this Video, I have a 2005 Scion XB, with the exact same problem, on both sides of car. it must have been a minor design flaw with these vehicles.