What are the 2014 Jetta SportWagen TDI sunroof problems?
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Vroomouk
IIn this article, we will be addressing the “2014 Jetta SportWagen TDI sunroof problems”. However, there are many sunroof problems, one of the common problems that the owners of the 2014 Jetta SportWagen face are the sunroof’s leaking. Hence, we will give you a brief description of the cause of the problem. Moreover, we will also give you a way to solve the problem.
A sunroof in a vehicle is a window present on the vehicle’s roof. The glass roof not only allows access to sunlight in the cabin. But it also allows the user to enjoy the weather outside on a pleasant day. In addition, a sunroof on a vehicle in a cold country is a blessing because, in colder countries, the heat from the sun is something that people demand.
A sunroof on a 2014 Jetta is an in-built sunroof which means when the sunroof operating button is pressed, the roof slides into the gap present between the roof gap. However, this kind of sunroof reduces the headroom in the vehicle. One of the common problems the owners of the 2014 VW Jetta face is the leaking of the sunroof. A sunroof on a vehicle might leak due to two different reasons. These reasons are mentioned below.
What are the 2014 Jetta SportWagen TDI sunroof problems?
The 2014 Jetta SportWagen sunroof problems are as follows:-
- The rubber is damaged.
- Cracks on the sunroof glass
Explanation of the Sunroof problems in 2014 Jetta SportWagen
The rubber is damaged.
The sunroof uses a rubber seal to restrict water from entering from the top of the roof to the passenger’s compartment. However, due to continuous exposure to heat generated by the sun, the integrity of the rubber degrades with time. Thus, when the rubber around the sunroof gets completely degraded, it allows the water to get in the vehicle’s passenger compartment.
Cracks on the sunroof glass
The sunroof glass on a vehicle is exposed to external damages; hence if anything heavy falls on the glass of the sunroof, then there are chances that the glass gets cracks. Hence the cracks produced in the glass can lead to leaks from the sunroof. These leaks can be prevented by changing the glass of the sunroof.
The reasons mentioned above are not only common on the 2014 VW Jetta. But they are observed in the other vehicles as well. Therefore, we will explain the troubleshooting method to fix the leaking sunroof on a 2014 VW Jetta in the coming section.
Troubleshooting method to fix the leaking problem on the VW Jetta
- Sometimes when you open the car’s door, you will observe the presence of water on the car’s floor. One of the common reasons for the water on the floor is the leaking sunroof.
- To fix the problem of a leaking sunroof on a VW Jetta, you need some basic tools such as a screwdriver.
- Open the car’s sunroof to begin the procedure for fixing the leaking sunroof.
- Once the sunroof is open, check the rubber seal present around the sunroof because the rubber might get damaged.
- If the seal is damaged, then you need to get it replaced. However, if the seal is fine, the problem might be in the drain hole, which is responsible for draining the water from the sunroof.
- Check the drain hole for debris. The drain hole is present on the sides of the sunroof on the VW Jetta.
- First, clean the area around the hole with the help of cloth so that the dry leaves and other debris is removed from the sunroof area.
- Now arrange an air compressor and nozzle fitted to the end of the air compressor hose.
- Place the nozzle on the drain hole of the sunroof and send the compressed air into the hole. The compressed will remove any debris present in the drain hole and path for the water drain to clear.
- Once the path for the water drain is clean, test the drain hole by pouring some water.
- If the water during testing comes out successfully from the drain hole outlet near the driver’s door, the debris from the hole is removed, and the leaking problem is solved.
- Also, if there are cracks on the sunroof glass, you can apply waterproof duct tape, which can prevent the water from entering the vehicle’s cabin.
Conclusion
In this article, we have successfully addressed “2014 Jetta SportWagen TDI sunroof problems”. To address the topic, we have first explained a brief description of the common leaking problem from the sunroof. Then, the article provides a brief explanation about the causes of water leaking in a VW Jetta. In addition to addressing the 2014 VW Jetta sunroof problem, we have explained a way to fix the problem as well.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs): 2014 Jetta SportWagen TDI sunroof problems.
How do I manually close the Jetta Sunroof?
You need to pull down and hold the knob to close the vehicle’s sunroof. Press the knob forward, and the sunroof will start to close. It takes around 5 seconds for the sunroof.
What causes a sunroof to stop working?
One of the common reasons responsible for the non-functionality of the sunroof is a dead motor, a faulty switch or a blown away fuse. Thus, you need to figure out the problem and fix the sunroof.
What is a panoramic sunroof?
In layman’s terms, a panoramic sunroof is a large sunroof that covers the entire roof of the vehicle. The sunroof is larger than a traditional sunroof and can be tinted to prevent the sunlight from entering the cabin.
Where is the sunroof motor located?
The sunroof motor on a vehicle is located under the headliner. The motor is tucked in the regulator assembly. This sunroof motor causes the roof to open and close when the power is directed through it.
