V50 L5-2.4L VIN 39 B5244S7 (2005)
When using a high pressure washer or water hose with high pressure, it might be possible that some water enters the passenger compartment when the
water hits the top corner(s) of the windscreen.
MATERIAL:
SERVICE:
Inspect, verify, and repair as described in the following steps.
Remove the A-pillar trim from both sides, see VIDA:
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Removal, replacement, and installation
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8 Body and interior
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85 Interior
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Upholstery for the door, side, parcel shelf, cargo shelf
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A pillar trim panel
Remove the retaining clip, as shown and replace when trim the panel is reinstalled.
Note:
Windscreen removed in these pictures to identify concern. There is no need to remove the windscreen for this repair.
Check the water tightness of the windscreen sealant under the following conditions:
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High pressure washer jet spray
NOTE:
max 2200 PSI (150 bar)
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If possible, adjust water volume to 4.5 gal / min (17 ltr / min)
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Distance 12 inches (30 cm)
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Max detergent mix: 5%
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Direction from roof to windscreen parallel to rain gutter
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Spray time: 5 seconds if leakage detected
