XC70 2003 Sunroof leak?

Discussion in 'Volvo C70' started by Gunner, Nov 29, 2004.

  1. Gunner

    Gunner Guest

    Has anyone experienced a water leaking problem with the 2003 XC70 Sunroof.
    The car is still under warranty so I am sure the dealer will look at the
    problem.
    I am just trying to get an idea of whether the problem is common or unique.

    Thank you in advance for your assistance.

    G
     
    Gunner, Nov 29, 2004
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  2. Gunner

    Sandyon66XYZ Guest

    For the first time, mine leaked a little recently while at the car wash. I
    immediately checked and found that it was not fully closed. (My wife is the
    only one who opens it, so she had not closed it fully.)
     
    Sandyon66XYZ, Nov 30, 2004
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  3. The classic reason is clogged drain lines. They drain the gutter under
    the sunroof gasket, which is not designed to seal tightly to the roof.
     
    L David Matheny, Dec 1, 2004
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  4. Gunner

    Gunner Guest

    Thank you

    Unfortunately I have no one else that I can blame.
    I will check the drain lines.

    G
     
    Gunner, Dec 1, 2004
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  5. Gunner

    Max Patin Guest

    I've noticed that my 2001 S60 sunroof sounds like it 'opens' a bit once
    I hit 60 mph and then closes again once I drop below 50 mph. (There is
    literally a popping sound in both cases.) When 'open' it sounds like
    the roof is partially open. Is this what you are referring to with
    respect to 'not designed to seal tighly'? I know we're talking about a
    different model, but thought perhaps it might be a common design.

    I've not brought it in to be looked at, just researching it at this point.

    Thanks.
    Max
     
    Max Patin, Dec 5, 2004
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  6. I was referring to the fact that most sunroofs are not designed to
    form a watertight seal with the roof. They just fit tightly enough
    to shed most water, and whatever leaks in at the edges is drained
    by a gutter and drain lines that run down to the bottom of the car.

    Maybe your sunroof has too much play (looseness) somewhere,
    allowing it to lift a bit at higher speeds and then drop back when
    you slow down. I have an 850, and it doesn't do anything like
    what you describe. I doubt that your S60 should, either.
     
    L David Matheny, Dec 5, 2004
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