Back window leak fix, RAM 1500, 2019.
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- How to fix leak on back window of RAM 1500, 2019. Initially, silicone was applied only to portion above moving part of window in video, but couple of days later silicon applied along all length of top window.
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Thank you for posting this! I first replaced the seal on the third brake light but the leak remained. Had to spend a LOT of time carefully scraping and removing the new gasket material I'd put around the third brake light so I could get it removed for this repair. I then followed pretty much exactly what you did with the same Protex product. I've now tested it through several, significant rain storms and the leak has now been sealed! When searching on this topic, there are tons of videos and posts about this being a problem with multiple generations of RAM pickups. I love my RAM but it's unbelievable that RAM has not issued a recall for this problem.
I am glad my video helped and agree with your comment that RAM is ignoring this problem and not recalling it. But they recall tailgate latche alligamment. I hope RAM engineers see this kind of videos and read people comments, so they can address it. Like you say, RAM is a cool truck, and "smal"l detailes need to be addressed
I recently received a letter from Ram informing me that " the warranty period on your vehicle's Center High Mounted Stop Lamp has been extended to 10 years/150,000 miles" for select 2019 -2021 Ram 1500 pickup vehicles. Wish I knew what method they use to fix. I might be inclined to repair myself as illustrated in this video.
Thank you so much for posting this. I have a 2019 Ram 1500 and had my whole rear window assembly replaced once all ready. I wanted a solid glass but they put in OEM with slider. Going to try that fix! Think you nailed it with the more pliable silicon.
It is holding well so far for me and I am glad if it helps.Thank you for watching
Thanks for posting. I have the same problem and will see if my issue is the same as yours. If so, I know how to fix it. You are the man!
Good luck. Apply a lot of silicon, more won't hurt.
Thank you! For posting this. I’ve been having the same problem and could not find where the leak was coming from initially. I got the same sealant and will be placing more in the exact same location you placed yours in later today. Big fan of Ram trucks, but so much with these little problems.
Good luck. I agree with liking RAM but they need to get little things better.
The RF hub is under the back seat. Eventually it will corrode causing the power to go out. I’d take it in to get fixed. Ram care will cover the whole cost.
@@yupthatsme9533 RamCare only covers if under warranty. Outside of warranty you're SOL.
I have same problem and found the root cause exactly at the same location... I'll try to do it..but RAM should recall this issue.. a tiny quality issue make me angry bird...RAM.. I might switch to toyota tundra
@@yupthatsme9533no they don’t. My coworkers 21 Ram Big Horn has been sitting at the parking at the dealer he bought it from for over two weeks now. There is a wiring harness or whatever it is called that is shot and the dealer nor manufacturer won’t cover sh*t and told him that he needs to replace the windows before they do the work on the truck. They told him that his battery is no good and that he had to pay for a new one but that the harness would be covered. But he got the battery tested at a different dealer and it has full cells as he told the dealer he bought it from
they said that’s great but he had to pay for the harness because it isn’t covered smdh and that corporate does not COVER WIRING HARNESSES.
I also have a 21 big horn with 28k on it and I love my truck but seeing him go through this is awful.
His insurance said that they won’t cover the cost of replacing the back window and that he had to pay for it out of pocket in which a new window is the only way the dealer would pay for the new harness if this were happen again.
This instructional video is extremely helpful!! Very easy step by step instructions. It took me all of 5 minutes from start to finish. VERY helpful!! Thank you!!! Because the back window of our 2019 Ram was leaking, the water shorted out the module that controls the push button engine start and stop. It cost $624 to replace the module. So SEAL YOUR BACK WINDOW!!!!!
Good to hear that. Thank you for watching and commenting.
This shit just happened to me yesterday i fixed it today😭😭😭😭
@@Sal-zd8gu Well done.
Thank you for this great informative video with some great techniques. Thanks for sharing your lessons learned.........
You are welcome. I am glad it helps others.
Sadly, this didn’t work on my truck, but…Ram just recently extended the warranty on the seals on the fin and lights. I called in and let them know that the seal failed on my back window.I explained that the only way for my window frame to crack on the inside of my truck was if water was getting into the seal and expanding from freezing temps. They replaced it. I didn’t have to pay a dime. I didn’t go through the dealership, but contacted the Ram warranty service directly. They gave me a code to give the dealership to schedule the replacement.
@@smvallet As long as you have it fixed.
Was it a recall? My truck is doing the same and my headliner is wet. I also keep shorting out the rear bed light bulbs. I think it’s all from the bad seal???
@@dailygrinders89 It’s not a recall. Ram sent out a letter saying they were extending the warranty on the seals on the fin and back window lights. I called to see if they would also cover the window seal and they did.
@dailygrinders89 I heard you could go to the dealer and get it fixed, but different people have different stories. See comments on my video and check out other's videos .Do you homework and than decide what to do. Good luck.
Thank you for the video.
Thanks for watching!
Hello, Thank you for your post. I just bought out my 3 year lease and just noticed my has been leaking from Day 1 of owning this truck. Upsetting that the interior ceiling now shows water damage on it.
Sorry to hear that. Ram is good truck all in all but this little (big) things are annoying, aren't they?
FYI, I just had mine replaced at the dealer. My factory warranty is expired, but RAM covered it anyway as it is a known defect. Check with your dealer if you have this issue, it will probably be covered even though your warranty has expired. This also applies to the common 3rd brake light leak. (2019 RAM 1500)
Thank you for this info.
I just had this happen to my 2020 Ram 1500 Laramie. My truck was completely dead because it shorted out the RF module as well. The dealer replaced both the module and back glass assembly, but now just 2 months later, I went through a car wash and found water leaking through again. I am so frustrated at this point at this shotty engineering on Chryslers part. I think I will give this a shot and see if it works. Thank you for posting this.
I'm sorry to hear that this happened to Laramie and share your frustration. If you add silicone as I did, I will suggest it a thicker layer and go all the way along the top part of the window. Just in case..
Good luck
I have same truck. And same exact issues. I sealed break light with thicker weatherstripping and water still came in. Frame is cracked somewhere and it sucks. I just wanted to see if you put silicone on the top and if it stopped or not
@@mattsaul6187 Yes, I did put silicon all the way from left to right on top window, not only around sliding window, as I initially did and showed on video. After that, for all this past time it did not leak.
Did you fill in those little slots that look like water drain holes ?
@@mattsaul6187 If you mean slots around sliding window, yes, I did. I tried to cover everything I could.
My 2019 ram suddenly won’t turn on after a big storm . Took it to dealership and I was told there was a crack over my automatic back window, water fucked up a module that’s why truck won’t turn on anymore . Module replacement 600$. Back window 2000$. I told them to replace only the module . I’m going to add this silicon as a fix . Thanks !
Good luck.
Almost the exact same situation with me. BTW you can start the truck by pressing the start button with the fey fob... AutoNation also wanted to charge me 25% over MSRP for the part! I'm buying the $8 silicone and keeping the $1200 .
@@gingerhill5768 Good to know about key fob start. Thank you.
@@gingerhill5768 key fob on push to start didn’t work for me .
@@mijaelalexander7685 When I first tried it I was panicing and left my Baby in a bad part of town overnight... Next day when I had calmed down it worked! :-) Sometimes you need to hold it there for a couple of seconds. Remember to put your foot on the brake pedal too. Also it is the end at the unlock button opposite the key. What happens is the leaking water corrodes the Wireless control module (located behind the back seat (brilliant engineering FIAT, NOT!!!) and then it shorts out the Wireless Control Module Part # 68291647AK, MSRP $79.90 which renders the Keyless Entry and Start inoperable. Worst part is that the Dealer is the only place authorized to program it to your vin so there goes $600 labor! :-/ (there are some Videos on it)
More than likely you have small cracks starting in the plastic window frame. I work at a dealer and they all start at some point and this permatex is pretty awesome, I have never tried it. I replaced my window at about 60-k and now at 89-k it is leaking in the corner, I can only assume it is the sealant in that corner as it has only been about 11 months since I installed a new one.
I do have small crack on left side above sliding glass. Thanks for encouraging comment about Permatex, as I was not sure what to do. It is good so far, after couple of heavy rain days.
just wondering how much is the replacement? I just bought a 2019 just like this used with 47k and just found the leak that the dealer I am sure knew and did not fix. I am going to this this silicon and breaklight repair but I am guessing from your comment the window will be next, want to prepare for the cost of that now I guess
Dealership told me the window is 600 for the part then still have to pay installation.
@@Boodapimp wow ok thanks for the heads up
Thanks for the tip. Just found a leak in a similar plase yesterday
Hopefully it will fix it. Where did you buy the sealant?
Auto Zone.
Either replace third brake light gasket with butyl tape or get the updated light with updated gasket or the problem will still be there. Seal 4 third brakelite screws also (dont forget)
Thank you for your suggestion. It is good to know that.
Does this fix glue the sliding window shut or will it still work after doing this? Also using flowable silicon does make a mess on the inside ie does the silicon run inside and down the glass/frame ?
I just found out my truck has this issue, i havnt noticed before now as i normaly park in a garage and now deal wont fix it..
My sliding window still works. I did not apply silicon around it. As for flowable silicon, it is nort very runny. It just moves into small areas while curing. I did not have it shown anywhere inside.
How is the repair holding up? Have you had any other leaks? Thanks for the video, very helpful.
I am checking it every time it rains. So far, it is holding up. Hopefully, it stays so.
Question. Having the same issue. Saw your video and decided to give this a shot. Only problem is it started to rain when curing and it wasn’t covered. It’s been 7 hours and it’s leaving a little still. Should I wait 24 ours before I can expect results? And if not can I re apply again without any issue?
I covered my to protect it against rain and to cure it faster because I didn't know how long to wait. I would cover it and let it cure for 24 hours and check it again. If necessary, add more of the sealant.
Thank you, unfortunately i also have the leak on my 2019 RAM and manufacturer doesn't have a recall. I used black window silicone which helped but recently after a year i saw a drip ir two after car wash, I'm definitely going to try the flowable window leak sealer, i just ordered it from amazon. Did any of the sealer flow down to seats? Again Thank you.
I know it is not a good feeling to realize there is a leak, and RAM does not care. As for the sealer flowing down to the seat, no, it did not. I did it slow, in smaller amounts, and without pressure. So far, so good. Additionally, I was thinking of applying black window silicone over flowable silicone as precaution, as you did, but did not have a chance to purchase it yet. Good luck.
@@averagemaintenance3875 Thank you, it was very helpful
Recently purchased a 2019 5th gen. Before purchasing noted leak stain in headliner requested dealer retest for leaks. Was told it was from faulty 3rd. brake light but dealer had replaced. After retesting initally didn't leak but after several minutes it did. Discovered cracked rear slider window frame. Replaced that, was assured issue was solved. Now have owned truck around 1 month , just noticed it leaking about 1 week ago. Dealer to mail me a 3rd rear brake light. (This will be 2nd time this brake light is replaced , dealet said this will be a one time courtsey as a fix then washing their hands of issue. My advice to anyone considering RAM 5th gen. Steer far clear from these trucks with or with out water damage until RAM does a volunteer recall to address issue. It is not just that there is water damage, its all the secondary damage that could occur. I.E. no start,faulty air bags,rust,ect. P.S. contacted RAM cares (JOKE). Didn't fully look into it but looks like RAM might soon be dealing with class action lawsuits &/or individual law suits.
Thank you for your additional comments so others know what they could deal with.
@@averagemaintenance3875 your welcome, sorry so lengthy.
@Earl Burkhart Not lengthy, I find it important to be told to the next guy what to expect. I love my truck, and it is discouraging when problems like this happen. No help from the dealer. THANK YOU.
I too am dealing with this same situation on a 2020 limited. Have open case with mothership Stellantis who owns RAM - Chrysler. It’s a mess and ready to buy a Toyota which I had three types and no BS issues!!
@Erica Doray It really is sad that we all have this issue, and RAM is not issuing recall.
Thx for posting this. I have a 2019 Ram as well. I bought it used with about 42k miles on it. Noticed a small leak in a similar spot as well. Have you had a chance to test your repair? Is it working for you?
Thank you for watching. I tested it after first application like you can see in video and still had small leak.
Then, I applied silicon along all top part of window, only than it stop leaking. My test was sprinkling with garden hose to simulate rain, for couple of times and after 2 days went to self-serving car was to test it under pressure. No leak. I suggest you try, best you can, to detect where is possibly leaking and concentrate on that part. I believe my leak was caused by tonneau cover when I was hauling things with cover resting on window. Good luck.
@@averagemaintenance3875 Did you apply the same "flowable silicone" all along the top part of the window?
@@shammy112 Yes, I did.
@@averagemaintenance3875 Do you remember how many tubes of the silicone it took? I just ordered 4 so I am thinking that'll take care of it.
@@shammy112 I used two. You should be fine with four and fiil it up thicker than I did.
Did the sealant work ? If not can you tell me what did work?
It is still holding up. I am checking it every time it rains heavy and no leaks. I will suggest, if you try my way, apply it heavier than I did. I am always thinking why I did not use all the tube. Just to be sure..
Did you later put silicone across the whole top of the back window? I had my glass replaced a year ago because of leak and I was spraying the truck down and noticed it is leaking on the inside of the corners.
Yes, I did put silicone across the whole top, but did not fill it complete in the groove thinking that I could add more later. I did not have any more leaks and did not add any more. So far so good.
Do you by chance have any pictures or video of the additional silicone?
@jmnt593 I just did it at the same time when making a UA-cam video. Second hand application..
I just found this leak in the same place. Dealership saw that it was leaking and they said they sealed it. They did not replace the glass. I didn't pick it up yet so I'll inquire more but I was under the assumption that they are supposed to replace the glass with the frame, not just seal it up. IDK. Hopefully someone comes up with a better aftermarket solution.
RAM needs to do better on this issue. So many people have this issue. Please let us know what happened with dealer after you get your truck back. THX.
When applying this sealant does any of it seep through into the inside of the truck? Especially since it is so runny. Or does it stay above the window and not leak into truck? Thank you!
It did not seep into truck. I checked well around. It is not that runny that will go quick through small places.
@Average Maintenance 👍 I noticed that it shouldn't after I took off the light. Looks like a pretty quick easy job. Hopefully it works for me. Thanks again for the post!
@@jagreci1 You welcome. It is easy. I suggest put more silicon than I did and cover all area to avoid collection of water, especially in winter when freezing. Good luck.
Thank you so much for posting this. My Ram leaks in the same spot and the dealer quoted $2100 to repair. Mine happened after opening my rear window and I heard something crack. Can you still open your rear window after fixing?
Wow, dealer price is high.Yes, I can open window but I am not holding my finger on button and slaming it. I come close to open or close, about one inch and stop, and than press button again, so I don't slam it.
Call ram care, they will cover the cost. Also might want to check on your RF hub and make sure it’s not corroded bc you’ll eventually lose power to the truck. Why the RF hub is under the back seat doesn’t make sense.
@@yupthatsme9533 I’m in the process with RamCares now with this issue and my 8.4c delaminating. I have a 2019 and issues started a year ago around 60k
The rear windows are being replaced free even out of warranty.
Just found mine leaking tonight. 5th leak I've had in this damn truck.
Sorry to hear that. Good engine, but body could be better, ha?
Did you notice condensation on the front windshield because of the moisture in the back? I thought it was the glass that had to be resealed but the dealer claims it might be the third brake light.
I did not notice condensation before or after fix. Certainly, I will pay closer attention.
On my 3rd gen Ram (2004), I had condensation on my windshield all the time, I was thinking it might be heater core. Turns out I had 2 of 3 common rear leak issues, the 3rd brake light and the sliding window track has a clogged drain hole, I did not have the cab vent leak (yet).
I removed 3rd brake light housing and used 3m flashing tape to waterproof the cavity behind it, having the plug for the light going up and then coming downward through the pocket I made out of flashing tape, there is a video of a guy on here that did same thing using Zip flashing tape. I then cut slightly larger drains in the bottom of the foam seal attached to the 3rd brake light housing before reinstalling it to allow more drainage. For the sliding window, I cleaned out the drain hole. Pretty easy fixes. The sliding window drain cleaning should be highlighted by the manufacturers as regular maintenance as it seems almost all brands have it.
@@1windozesuk Thank you for sharing your issue and how you fixed it. I am sure it will help someone out.
Yes I got moisture on my windows in my 2019 ram because of the back window leak . Only happened on a hot day tho.
Thanks, turns out it was the rear windshield. I used silicone around the glass and third brake light and it stopped it. @@scottclifford863
Did you fixed the water leak ? Do you get water stains on your headliner?
Yes, I did. After applying more of the silicon along all the length of top side of the window. I had couple of heavy rain days and did not have any leak.
@@averagemaintenance3875 How many tubes of silicon did you used? What cleaning products did you used? I have the same issue and I am two months that my warrantie expired from bumper to bumper, this is not covered anymore.
@@luisi9873did use two of 1.5 oz tubes. Did not use all from second tube, so safe to say 1.5 tubes. I used pressured air to clean it from dust and cleaned it well with rubbing alcohol using Q-tip. My suggestion is to cover all top part of window in one shot, and you should be good. Good luck.
@@averagemaintenance3875 Thank you so much for your help, I really appreciated.
@@luisi9873 👍
Did this fix the problem? I haven’t encountered it yet on my 23 rebel but alot of people saying its coming so i preparing lol
It did fix it for me so far, but I am constantly looking. I heard RAM will fix it, but I did not go to my dealer yet.
I am truly at a loss with my leak. It is not the antenna and it is not the brake light. Filled the window gap with 3 tubes of the silicone. Looks nice and level with the window and it is still leaking. Afraid I’m gonna have to bite the bullet and call for a new back window.
I understand your frustration. I initially did only slide window area and had leak again. When I covered top of complete back window leak stopped. If you did your job recently, I would suggest making sure that you don't have a collection of water somewhere that could make you think you did not fix the problem. Dry it well. Good luck.
I understand. I initially did only slide window area and still had a leak. Then, I covered all top of the back window and leak stopped. If you did job recently, I suggest making sure that you did not have collection of water left after fix, which could make you think you did not fix it well. Dry it well and test it again before you go ahead with new window. Good luck.
@@averagemaintenance3875 I confirmed it’s not the brake light. I confirmed it wasn’t the antenna. It was dry before I do the job and then it was warm and sunny for 3 days. Today it rained and water leaked in at a decent rate. I really couldn’t believe that the leak could still be that fast.
@@joshuahammer7396 Looks like you will have to bite the bullet and get new window. With warranty of course.
So I went to Safelite, they have now put in 4 new windows. First 3 were ATI, the fourth they ordered Mopar for me. Now I still have a leak. I replaced my third brake light gasket, still have a leak. I’m thinking it’s still the window. On top of the leak that I still have, they also decided to not bolt the rear seat all the way down and didn’t connect the seat belts at all. Safelite has been a disaster.
SHARK FIN ALERT I just went through all of this with my Ram dealer. Two days with leak specialists they use and claimed it was fixed. Both times did NOTHING.
I decided to do the HOSE test to find the problem is the SHARK FIN. With the right driving rain or heave rain the water gets under it and thoght the seal. The water runs down the inside to the rear window and travels to one corner or the other, depending on the slant of your truck at the time.
It appears the leak is the brake light or bad window seals. The water is from the FIN and dripping down from the inside. Windowna dn thrid brake is fine.
I am going to try and access the 10mm bolt through the third brake light opening first to see if I can tighten it a bit.
If I can't the rear headline must be taken down and I will have them do that.
It is sad what is going on with a lot of RAM trucks. Hopefully, you will fix it soon. Thanks for commenting and for watching my video.
The leak in my Ram went into the RFD module behind the back seat and completely disabled the truck, had to get it towed.
A lot of people had the same problem. Unbelievable for RAM.
So did this fix your issue
Yes, for me. I don't have any leak so far.
I have 2019 ram 1500 big horn, same problem. It’s all there trucks. They need to recall this!If the module gets wet and corroded, it becomes dangerous!
I agree. They would recall smaller things in the name of safety but not this.
Did this fix the problem?
Yes, it did. No leaks, but I am nervous.
El mismo problema tengo yo
Espero que mi video y los comentarios de diferentes personas puedan ayudarte a tomar una decisión sobre qué hacer.
Did your leak ever come back?
Not yet. With all the rain we had and current cold weather, it is holding well. Although looking back now, I wish I had used more sealant to have peace of mind.
At 1:58 your finger is pointing right at the crack in the plastic frame, source of the leak in this case.
That is not crack. It is space between two separate glass pieces. I could not detect exact leak place, that is why I sealed it always around.
@@averagemaintenance3875 Your finger is resting on the glass. Behind the glass is the plastic frame that has a crack in it, just like my frame had.
@@mikeh2772 you right I have cracked window frame inside, right where you say.
Mike, is this plastic frame replaceable? Or should I just trade my truck in....lol
@@crit8262 The frame is toast. Up to you if need the feel for a new truck.
Did this work because my truck is in the shop now.
Yes, so far no leak.
Did this work
As of today, I did not have a leak. I am checking it every time it rains. Hopefully, it will stay so for a long time.
Taking my 2020 in Monday for a replacement back window due to a cracked frame.
I don't know why so many of us have this problem, and RAM does not do anything about it.Good luck.
@@averagemaintenance3875 … They are replacing the glass free even out of warranty.
I think that the cab has so much flex that is affecting the rear glass in a negative way
@@jmnt593 ..The strange thing is all my other Rams never had this problem.
When they did the re-design for the GEN five body style, I know that they changed a lot of things including materials that they used
There is a TSB out for this repair. Should be no cost to the owner!
What’s TSB? Sorry if that’s a stupid question
@@Boodapimp technical Service Bulletin
Thank you.
Where is this TSB? I can’t seem to find it and there’s no recalls for my truck.
Nope. RAM was salty about the whole thing. Customer service treated me very poorly, said the TSB was not a Recall, therefor they would not help with cost. It would be a Warranty issue IF the vehicle was still covered
This just happened to me. Fried the whole BAR system. Had to pay out of pocket. Never in my life have I heard such bullshit. I’ve always been a ram guy but after this it might be time to try something else. Not worth the hassle of wondering if my truck is gonna die in a snow/rain storm. Huge L on Ram for this
Sorry about what happened to you. Sad but truth, with your statement about RAM. I wish they recall the window problem as they did with tailgate.
Had an issue with mine 2021 Ram. Both fobs wouldn't lock the truck. Truck would start but couldn't lock or unlock truck. Red light was on the fobs but they did not work. Reset the battery cable and they worked but why in the world would they go out like that? Too risky with the RF module issues I hear from others, leaving them stranded and locked out of car and such. Truck is sold as of today. Weight off my shoulders.
@chimmerov9876 Thank you for posting it. I dreamed of having a RAM truck, and when I finally got one, all these problems are happening. Sad and scary.
@@chimmerov What did you get to replace the truck?
@@Thecrazymillwright nothing yet. no rush to get anything for now. I am open to other makes and even a midsize truck like the new Colorado. Just have to do good research before i make the purchase.
what a joke by FCA,their products are low quality,bad design cars and trucks,Ram is one of the worst in this category,plus cam and lifters problems,FCA dont give a rat ass about the truck owners,neve ever i am buying FCA product.
Thank you for sharing. Hopefully, RAM and FCA will do something about it.