Good video. I described the issue to my mechanic. He immediately said it was probably the sunroof drains. Checked on Google & UA-cam. The issue is addressed widely with multiple solutions. Mechanic charged 2 hours labor to remedy & the problem is no more. 2014 BMW 320XI
Super video and one of the only ones I 've found that actually clearly shows the rear clogged part for proper without just ripping it off! Great Video! Thank you!
Great video! Thanks. For the E39 it is often the door panel btw. In the E39 the 'glue' of the sound insulation in the door deteriorates and that's causing wet carpets which look exactly the same as the drain issue on E60 👍
@@kjemad you made that look a lot harder than it is all you do is pull the rubber drain plug out from under the wheel arch that is where the mud block it up there is no need to go putting a wire up the hose
Oh I really needed this video, same problem on the same side. Thank you so much. If your front window master switch stops working you may want to check the door-chasis connection, I had to hot wire mine.
This was the reason for my leak as well. Except my caused major damage to the steering column electrical components and it cost $1000 to get it fix at a local indi shop dealer wanted $$3400. All because of these dumb little drain holes that I never knew existed.
I found that my battery was half submerged under water after my coolant hose popped and figured that to be the reason my water pump stopped working now I'm tracking down electrical gremlins because of poor tail light seals so watch out for that one too!
If one wants to own German cars like you have on the driveway and not go completely bankrupt then gotta be able to do these small fixes. All the best in your ownership.
anything that doesnt poke a hole in the plastic tubes. be careful! just clear the end first and see if its sufficient. plastic grass trimmer line works too. dont need much! and DO NOT use much force on it!
the plug is usually all the way at the end of the drain. just insert a zip tie or something that won't poke holes. its easy to clear. do not try to insert something from above in the sunroof. the inner fender must be removed and drain unplugged from bellow
would recommend against it. you will most likely dislocate/disconnect the drain hoses and cause even more issues requiring the headliner to come out.....
the drain hoses might be disconnected from the moonroof tub. that can happen if you try to showe something down the tube to unclog them or use compressed air.....
@@kjemad they’re connected it’s the white tubs in the rear ..They are not leaking from hose but the actual tub unit and my passenger front that is faulty too I have constant water in the cabin it’s frustrating
Thank you. This is the best video that addresses this problem
Good video. I described the issue to my mechanic. He immediately said it was probably the sunroof drains. Checked on Google & UA-cam. The issue is addressed widely with multiple solutions. Mechanic charged 2 hours labor to remedy & the problem is no more. 2014 BMW 320XI
Super video and one of the only ones I 've found that actually clearly shows the rear clogged part for proper without just ripping it off! Great Video! Thank you!
glad i could help!
Great video! Thanks. For the E39 it is often the door panel btw. In the E39 the 'glue' of the sound insulation in the door deteriorates and that's causing wet carpets which look exactly the same as the drain issue on E60 👍
Thank you for helping me out!
Nice video, hoped for the front, too.
Greetings from Germany
Glad it helped!
@@kjemad you made that look a lot harder than it is all you do is pull the rubber drain plug out from under the wheel arch that is where the mud block it up there is no need to go putting a wire up the hose
Oh I really needed this video, same problem on the same side. Thank you so much. If your front window master switch stops working you may want to check the door-chasis connection, I had to hot wire mine.
No problem
Good video, thanks! It's too bad you never think of doing this until it's too late. Happened on my car recently too.
Unclog the drains and dry out the carpet, and the foam under it, you'll be fine
This was the reason for my leak as well. Except my caused major damage to the steering column electrical components and it cost $1000 to get it fix at a local indi shop dealer wanted $$3400. All because of these dumb little drain holes that I never knew existed.
I found that my battery was half submerged under water after my coolant hose popped and figured that to be the reason my water pump stopped working now I'm tracking down electrical gremlins because of poor tail light seals so watch out for that one too!
Good job the body shop ask for 600$ to fix the leak you made me to do that for free. Tnx bro
Glad it helped!
The best video I have seen so for... well done.
If one wants to own German cars like you have on the driveway and not go completely bankrupt then gotta be able to do these small fixes.
All the best in your ownership.
Very helpful video! Thanks
Glad it was helpful!
Thank you for showing us. I have a severe flood and I’m fixing it tomorrow. What kind of metal you use for the snake?
anything that doesnt poke a hole in the plastic tubes. be careful! just clear the end first and see if its sufficient. plastic grass trimmer line works too. dont need much! and DO NOT use much force on it!
Hi Randolff, did you get that leak fixed?
What kind of wire cord/tool did you use to clean the drains?
the plug is usually all the way at the end of the drain. just insert a zip tie or something that won't poke holes. its easy to clear. do not try to insert something from above in the sunroof. the inner fender must be removed and drain unplugged from bellow
Where are the front sunroof drains located?
behind the front fender. inner plastic fender gotta come off
good
Wouldn’t lo pressure compressed air do the same save taking wheel and arch lining out ?
would recommend against it. you will most likely dislocate/disconnect the drain hoses and cause even more issues requiring the headliner to come out.....
Mine is non repairable i think drain s been cleaned twice no clog but they still flood the car every rain
the drain hoses might be disconnected from the moonroof tub. that can happen if you try to showe something down the tube to unclog them or use compressed air.....
@@kjemad they’re connected it’s the white tubs in the rear ..They are not leaking from hose but the actual tub unit and my passenger front that is faulty too I have constant water in the cabin it’s frustrating
Works for e92 too ? I have the same problem.
probably