Wet or Stained Carpeting in Rear Footwell After Heavy Rainfall or Car Wash (Replace Water Deflector)
| Subject: | Wet or Stained Carpeting in Rear Footwell After Heavy Rainfall or Car Wash (Replace Water Deflector) |
| Models: | 2007 Chevrolet Silverado Extended Cab (New Body Style) |
| 2007 GMC Sierra Extended Cab (New Body Style) |
Condition
Some customers may comment on wet or stained carpeting in the rear footwell after a very heavy rainfall or high pressure car wash.
Cause
This condition may be caused by a void in the loft area around the map pocket on the TIAS water protector (water deflector) inside the door trim. This loft area normally creates an interference condition, causing the adhesive bead to wet out and seal off the water. When a void is present, water intrusion may occur.
Correction
- Carefully remove the interior rear side door trim panel. Refer to Rear Side Door Trim Panel Replacement (YE9 or SLT) in SI.
- Inspect the water deflector for a missing loft. Refer to the illustration above for an example of a correct loft (1) and a missing loft (2).
- If the loft is missing, replace the water deflector with a new service part. Inspect the opposite side door and replace the opposite side water deflector if necessary. Refer to Rear Side Door Water Deflector Replacement in SI.
Parts Information
Part Number | Description |
|---|---|
15916125 | Water Deflector, Left |
15916126 | Water Deflector, Right |
Warranty Information
For vehicles repaired under warranty, use:
Labor Operation | Description | Labor Time |
|---|---|---|
C3540 | Trim Assembly, Rear Door - Right - R&R Or Replace | Use Published Labor Operation Time |
C3541 | Trim Assembly, Rear Door - Left - R&R Or Replace | |
Add: | To replace water deflector | 0.1 hr |
