How to fix Clogged Sunroof Drain on a 4th Gen 4Runner

If you notice water coming in around your sunroof then you could have stopped up drains. In this video I show you how to fix that issue. Repair shops can charge a lot for such a simple task that anyone can perform. This video will give you the knowledge of how to perform this job and save you money.
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[@billterri4889]

Couple thoughts. Never use vasoline on rubbber seals, it ruins them over time (causes rubber to swell). Use silicone grease, looks like exactly like vaso but is highly recommended for rubber seals and is a better lubricant for the mechanism itself. 2nd and very important. If you had that leak, even for a little while you really need to extract that water out. Leave car closed and run AC w/the recirculate button on (for like 12 hrs if you can) and have air directed to floor vent only. This works as a dehumidifier and keeps you from getting musty smell or even worse, mold or midew in the padding under the carpet (voice of experience here). There are a ton of vids for wet carpet in car that adress this. Great video, thanks!

[@ToyotaandDodgeGarage]

Thank you for your help. I have started using silicone spray since this video was made.

[@JennyLee24-7]

This Was EXTREMELY Helpful. . . Thank You 😇👍 I checked to verify this is correct with "GPT AI Chat" summed up this answer regarding the best Lubercation Oil to use: "For lubricating a sunroof or moonroof, it's best to use a silicone-based lubricant or a specific sunroof lubricant recommended by the manufacturer. These lubricants are designed to withstand temperature changes and won't degrade rubber seals or other components. Avoid using petroleum-based products like WD-40, as they can attract dirt and may degrade certain materials over time. Always refer to your vehicle's owner manual for specific recommendations and instructions."

[@JennyLee24-7]

​@@ToyotaandDodgeGaragecan you Please add that correction some how into this video for others, because if i had not noticed the comment i would of used anything laying around. 😬👍

[@AaronGottschalk-n1g]

You're a genius, it worked! I've had my 4-runner for 20 years and this last month the sunroof has dumped water on me backing out of the driveway for the first time. Thanks for teaching me something new.

[@ToyotaandDodgeGarage]

You're welcome!

[@tazmankb26]

Mine was dripping down the driver side A pillar due to being clogged. Thanks for the video so I could find drain holes. .95 orange weedeater line work well also to feed into holes.

[@ToyotaandDodgeGarage]

You're welcome, I am glad it helped you fix your clogged drains. That's a good idea to use weedeater line! It definitely won't puncture the drain lines.

[@rss7329]

Thx for sharing. Mine doing the same..

[@ToyotaandDodgeGarage]

You're welcome!

[@gedroman9375]

Simple and to the point. Thank you, this was helpful.

[@ToyotaandDodgeGarage]

Great to hear!

[@ViktorNova]

Avalon here with the same issue - I had no idea there was a drain there, because mine was clogged and was leaking all over the inside of the car. Thanks to your video I knew what to do - first I used the towel to soak up all of the standing water, and then it became a really clear that there was just simply some crud plugging up the drain hole in the sunroof. Used a napkin and some needle nose pliers to clear it out and it's now draining again.. Can't believe how simple that was, thank you!

[@ToyotaandDodgeGarage]

I'm so glad to hear you were able to fix your leaking issue! Water inside a car is not good!

[@Kay-du4ll]

I figured this out last year when my truck started leaking inside - what a mess that was. And yesterday I was driving and heard a bubbling sound when I turned the corner. At first I thought it was my sons phone...then he reminded me what it probably was. Guess I'll be cleaning drains today! (I just couldn't remember how I did it, so found your very concise video - THANKS!)

[@ToyotaandDodgeGarage]

You're welcome! I had to clean mine again last week.

[@spydermanz]

Thanks for the quick fix. I used an air compressor to blow out the drain and it's working the way it should.

[@ToyotaandDodgeGarage]

That's great to hear!

[@timmahoney8938]

Thank you for the video!! I had water dripping into the driver's side floor area after two days of rain and couldn't figure out where it was coming from. I opened the sunroof to find a pool of water in the front channel. Used a bike brake cable and all is good. Thanks again!!

[@ToyotaandDodgeGarage]

That's great to hear! I'm glad this video helped you!

[@Happyman-od7zp]

Thank you for the tutorial - followed the same process and when adding water, the drain easily drained the water out! 🙏

[@ToyotaandDodgeGarage]

I'm glad it helped!

[@biqpawl]

Thanks! Your video helped me find the drain holes at the sunroof and now water is flowing out instead of into my 4Runner. I also had about 2 pounds of muddy compost stuck in each fender where it was supposed to drain . Fingers crossed that my leaky sunroof is fixed.

[@ToyotaandDodgeGarage]

That's awesome! I'm glad my video helped you. You're my 350th subscriber! Thank you so much!

[@darrenwolfphoto]

Learn something new today about the 4th gen thanks

[@ToyotaandDodgeGarage]

You're welcome! I'm glad I was able to help! I assume you have a 4th gen 4runner!?

[@silviah.5366]

Thank you so much! This video saved me from having a pool in my car lol. 🙌🏼💕💕 Thanks again!

[@ToyotaandDodgeGarage]

Glad I could help!

[@dannynguyen8963]

Thank you: I just bought mine and previous owner did not tell me it was clogged. I went into a automatic car wash and got drenched ! I thought my sunroof was open but it wasn’t

[@ToyotaandDodgeGarage]

You're welcome! That's definitely a bummer 😕. Sounds like it was really clogged. Please keep me updated once you clean the drains.

[@ToyotaandDodgeGarage]

Oh dang, that's definitely not fun after just purchasing a new car! Once you clean the drains you should be good to go and not get drenched in a car wash anymore. Welcome to the 4runner family!

[@ToyotaandDodgeGarage]

+Danny nguyen you're welcome! That's definitely a bummer 😕

[@notomtom]

Easy fix with the proper knowledge, thank you for providing that!

[@ToyotaandDodgeGarage]

You're welcome!

[@ringoleon4665]

Thanks lot man I’m tired of this leak in my 4runner. I will going to fix that mañana. Not tomorrow because tomorrow it’s 🌧 day. Monday will be a good day. Thank you .

[@ToyotaandDodgeGarage]

You're welcome!

[@ToyotaandDodgeGarage]

You're welcome! Let me know how it goes!

[@RaulMontgomeryCountyMDGov]

Man! You are amazing, and you are a huge help to me. Many thanks

[@ToyotaandDodgeGarage]

I'm happy to help!

[@YamahaRiderz2u]

Awesome, hoping this fixes my leak I just discovered. Very well put together video!

[@ToyotaandDodgeGarage]

Thank you so much! I hope your leak will be gone.

[@YamahaRiderz2u]

@@ToyotaandDodgeGarage unfortunately this wasn’t my issue, I see a crack on the top and bottom in the same area on the seal, I wonder if that’s it

[@that1hundyguy73]

Very important maintenance 👌

[@ToyotaandDodgeGarage]

Definitely!

[@hormeena]

Thank you very much! You saved me a lot of money and time! I appreciate it!

[@ToyotaandDodgeGarage]

+Meena Haribal you're welcome! I really appreciate your feedback and support!

[@Hernancaycedoarbouin]

Thanks for this video!! You helped me a lot

[@ToyotaandDodgeGarage]

Glad it helped!

[@JDye-youtube]

There’s also weep holes under the bottom of the rear hatch and if you don’t keep those clear the rear hatch will fill up with water. Same with the side doors. This becomes an issue when the rear hatch window seal strip gives up the ghost which allows tons of water to enter the rear hatch window. Heard water sloshing around in my sons 2005’s rear hatch and when I cleared the weep holes gallons of water ran out of the rear hatch.

[@winds10]

Thanks for the awesome video. This helped me out.

[@ToyotaandDodgeGarage]

You're welcome and I am glad to hear that it helped you out!

[@jimbo8743]

Shift cable , interesting 👍

[@ToyotaandDodgeGarage]

Thank you Jim Bo!

[@dwb3450]

Thank you! I think this worked.

[@ToyotaandDodgeGarage]

You're welcome!

[@ScottMilnes1]

Solid video! Thanks!

[@ToyotaandDodgeGarage]

You're welcome

[@ps603]

Thanks seems simple enough..

[@ToyotaandDodgeGarage]

you are welcome!

[@brandonblair408]

There is a perforated plastic plug in the bottom of the drain hose. It easily gets plugged with debris. After removal of the plastic trim near the corner off the door frame I popped it out by pulling on the hose with a pair of needle nose pliers.

[@brandonblair408]

5th generation

[@ToyotaandDodgeGarage]

That's really good information to know about for 5th gen 4runner owners! Thank you

[@ToyotaandDodgeGarage]

Thank you for that information for 5th gen owners.

[@briannguyen1355]

Thank you!

[@ToyotaandDodgeGarage]

You're welcome!

[@audraladyelaine8127]

Thank you

[@ToyotaandDodgeGarage]

You're welcome!

[@ludwinramos8284]

Thanks a lot!!!

[@ToyotaandDodgeGarage]

Happy to help!

[@bendu2834]

Good video

[@ToyotaandDodgeGarage]

Thank you!

[@user-cg7jp7jt4v]

I can feel my wire hitting something 😬 how do I open it up to fix it?

[@user-cg7jp7jt4v]

I think something is broken inside

[@ToyotaandDodgeGarage]

Unfortunately, I don't know 😕

[@lisamilburn8548]

If the water is coming in down near the driver side door, what's the best way to fix the clog?

[@ToyotaandDodgeGarage]

That might be the rubber door seal and plastic trim at the bottom. Check and make sure the rubber seal is over the plastic trim.

[@WolfBand626]

Are there only 2 drains on the front for the 4th gen? Are there 2 rear drains also? I cant see back there, thought id ask

[@ToyotaandDodgeGarage]

Just two in the front.

[@ryanjacobsen9557]

U can also use a air compressor

[@ryanjacobsen9557]

I need to do a walk around of my 4th gen and post it

[@ToyotaandDodgeGarage]

Yes that would be awesome. Have you done a lot of mods?

[@ryanjacobsen9557]

@@ToyotaandDodgeGarage yeah a couple lololol

[@ryanjacobsen9557]

Too much to type lol

[@ToyotaandDodgeGarage]

I'd love to see a video of your mods!

[@TheEguild]

Mine Sunroof has struck and voice of cranking keep coming in, its slightly open and struck there. any suggestions for its fixing?

[@ToyotaandDodgeGarage]

You can hold down the flap that pops up and see if it closes while holding it down. Just be careful to keep your fingers safe. If that doesn't work then disconnect the motor and push it shut.

[@beaucephus526]

All sunroof motors have a bolt you can turn to manually close them if they fail.

[@TheEguild]

@@beaucephus526 the corrugated belt wrapped on motor gear had list it's corrugations at few places. The whole sunroof was opened and reinstalled after changing the gear belt position.its now works but the sound of sleepage still exists. But at least it's closed and I don't have rainwater and dust issue. Thanks for your valuable support.

[@willzinn7158]

Don't use petroleum jelly or Vaseline. They are oil based and eat rubber. Use KY jelly or something water based.

[@commentoria]

To be sure to clean it out, wouldn't you need a very long wire that goes all the way down and out to the front of the car? Otherwise you could just be lodging the clog deep within the tube, no?

[@ToyotaandDodgeGarage]

As long as a good flow of water comes out of the drain tube under the car then it is cleaned out.

[@kellyrpoole]

Buy a cheap speedometer cable. 5.5 feet and the diameter is perfect

[@mvtorigian4364]

Yeah but don't put petroleum jelly on rubber seals... or anything mechanical either.

[@ToyotaandDodgeGarage]

Yes! I use RVcare Rubber Seal Conditioner.

[@kCI251]

Clean that seal, it looks loaded with dirt and sand.

[@ToyotaandDodgeGarage]

Thank you

[@shakyzeg]

Good video! Here is another good one for a similar issue: kzbin.info/www/bejne/jmm3nqulp7iHa5osi=sMDHRGOFgyCW-uKa I'll be doing both methods on my truck this evening

[@ToyotaandDodgeGarage]

Thank you! I am happy to help. I will check out that other video, too.