XLR V8-4.6L VIN A (2006)
The cup joint is located at the rear of the quarter belt seal and it looks like a trough. This area is where the rear roof panel lower weatherstrip contacts
when the roof is closed. The area just forward (toward front of car) of this cup is a "wet area" and to better manage the water into this wet area, a strip of
foam must be added into the rear roof panel lower weatherstrip where it contacts the cup. Cut a strip of adhesive backed foam Kent Adhesive - Back
Shim Stock, P/N P46475, 60 mm X 15 mm (2-1/4 in X 5/8 in). Clean the area of the rear roof panel lower weatherstrip where the foam will be added
using de-natured alcohol before installing the foam strip to ensure adhesion. Refer to the illustration above.
Condition
Water entry into rear tubs located behind the rear wheelhouses traced to the area behind the rear tail lamps.
Correction
There are a number of panels that are bonded together in this area. If water entry is traced to this area, remove the rear tail lamp on the affected side to
help gain access. Use Kent Seam Sealer, P/N P10200, to seal the affected joint. Refer to the illustration above.
Condition
Water entry into the rear compartment. Water may be present on the sill of the lower rear compartment opening (near the latch). Water may be seen
dripping from the rear compartment lid inner trim at the lower corners.
Correction