2004 Honda Odyssey

[@mikewithers299]

Great job on this roof leak. As someone who has worked his entire life in construction and troubleshooting leaks in houses and commercial buildings, you nailed it. Removing old caulking is the correct way to fix any leak is first. Using the correct sealant is #2. Most people take the easy way and lay more caulking on top of failing caulking hoping it fixes the issue. Word to the wise. If the original sealant is leaking, its not bonded to the surface, and the new layer of sealant wont be bonded as well. Remove the old sealant and thoroughly clean the surfaces to bond the new sealant. Also with the types of sealants out there, if you have to seal "flexible" joints, use a flexible sealant. Ive seen too many times where caulking cracks bcuz it cant flex enough when joints move too much as in cars or windows. Heat will stretch metals also causing cracks. A good polyurethane caulk on vehicles is best for flexing seams like wind shields, glass, and body seams.

[@RomboutVersluijs]

Wow a 3 part video on this subject?! Pretty detailed video. Never knew these seals or welding points would crack. Got a 2001 2 months ago and rail season started here, so I got 2 spots this weak. Found small cracks as well. First though it was bad rubbers but the location felt off. Glad people make videos like these to show actual cause

[@Honda-lh2ff]

1. Remove Roof Rack 2. Clean Channel 3. Air dry 4. Clean Seam 5. Purchase brake clean and 3m seam sealer or eqivalent 6. Install seam sealer and let dry 7. Water Test 8. Reinstall Rack 9. Drink a cold beverage

[@IronWife110309]

what is the brake clean for?

[@mikewithers299]

Looked all over you tube to find this. You nailed the common issue the correct way. That old factory seam sealer is cracking as its obviously past its service life. Great job. This is exactly how I will tackle my 2003 Pilot. 👍👍

[@sandiereinbold3753]

I have a Honda Odyssey 1998, it is leaking near the back door. Thanks so much for your video, now I know what to look for. Bless you.

[@hickshomestead113]

I have the 2003 Odessey with the exact same issue. I figured it had to be the seam so I will be fixing it today! Thanks for posting!

[@jus4getLovv]

It’s happening on my 2003 Honda Odyssey Justin right now!

[@scotthall1319]

Make yo alarm 🚨🚨🚨 got banana 🍌🍌🍌

[@sucapizda]

Thanx for that vid. My 07 Ridgeline is leaking in the same spot. Dealer told me to have the windshield changed. Wont be doing that now, thanx to you. Chhers.

[@danjoe22]

I think you tried to stop the leak by applying silicone to the outside of the roof trim. Why did this not work? Or did it just not last for very long?

[@truthhurts2256]

i saw another video where a guy used clear silicone and it stop leaking

[@rabbitgomez3526]

how did you take off that black peace?

[@buckkidd2736]

Fixed ours easy. Thanks!

[@FeralCatStray1]

I have the problem in my 2004 Civic, but on the driver's spot near where the plastic pillar meets roof lining fabric, just above where your left arm would be if left hand was on the wheel. Water drip every 30 seconds when it rains hard.

[@DiomedesZapata-yh8bd]

Muibien

[@IronWife110309]

How in the WORLD do you get the dang front and rear covers off to remove the roof rack?!

[@airbier]

There's a small hole on the inside portion (facing the center of the roof) of the cover. Insert a screwdriver in the hole and press a metal tab. This will allow you to easily remove the cover without breaking the plastic.