I found this vid helpful. 2015 Golf SV, both rear doors leaking into footwells. Removed door card, drilled out the speaker-housing rivets, cleaned away the perished foam-rubber seal, applied bathroom silicone sealant to same location as previous seal on the speaker housing, placed back in the door and used new pop-rivets to re-secure. Door card re-attached. Some points: A set of proprietary trim-removal tools is recommended. The two securing bolts for the door card are easy to access and remove. The quarter turn securing fixing (behind the reflector), is also straightforward to turn (I used a torch to help see this). The other door card pop-in locators/fastenings are a real pain to get released. Bank on some of these being damaged in the process as the plastic is quite brittle. I suggest buying a few spares before doing the job. Lifting the door card off at the top of the door requires more upward force and “wiggling” than I expected. I disconnected the electricals to allow door card to hang away from immediate work area. Re-connections and putting everything back is a doddle. One other thing, I fashioned a small piece of tough plastic sheet to tape inside the door metal, draped behind the full height of the speaker, to act as a water deflector. A bit fiddly to do but hopefully will give another level of protection.
@WideAppeal3 жыл бұрын
I've been puzzling over exactly this problem for the last couple of weeks and then, suddenly, I wonder if KZbin has the ansa. Eh voila. Thank you sir... absolutely genius video. Well done!!!
@Greenite3 жыл бұрын
My 2016 sportwagen has the exact same problem. Surprised to see many others with the same problem. Huge disappointment with VW. None of my previous cars from different brands had this kind of problem. Thank you very much for the video!
@mrfixpl3 жыл бұрын
Cheap foam instead of rubber seal. I guess they don't care as long as it lasts the guaranty period.
@Greenite3 жыл бұрын
@@mrfixpl Finally I had some time to fix this. Followed your video. The gaskets were in horrible shape all torn apart. Replaced them with roof tar. All done. Thanks!
@olegarh932 жыл бұрын
@@mrfixpl сколько у них гарантийный срок?
@Mike358582 жыл бұрын
This video is dated the 25th July 2020, I have had the same problem on both sides of my golf I repaired the right hand side last year, I bought a brand new speaker and the correct pop rivets and refitted the new speaker which is supplied with a sticky gasket to stop the water leaking into the vehicle, big mistake wasted my money it did not solve the problem, had to remove the door panel again this time a few of the panel connectors broke costing more money. This time I used a silicon sealant all around the speaker casing, let it cure for 24 hours then did a water test and I am pleased to say this worked.
@mrfixpl2 жыл бұрын
👍
@adriantoole46018 күн бұрын
As previously stated, won't it just then fill the door higher and come out through the speaker instead of under it? I have the same problem with a 15 plate passat. I think this will be my last vw
@danhentes85692 жыл бұрын
FOR EVERY GOLF 7 OWNER: check these out: (tip: keep a toilet paper roll in the sidepockets of the booth. Thats how i noticed my problem, it was wet, even tho no water was visible) 1. slam vents (water in booth or underneath the backseat) take vents off, clean and apply tons of silicone, new ones will corrode eventually. 2. Panoramic roof drains (they might be clogged leading to infiltration by the panoramic roof) ugly mess, stained interior on all walls down to the footwell. 3. Speaker sealant foam (all 4)(water underneath the speakers grill and on the inside of the door sealant at speaker level, leads to water in the footwell and mold later) ugglier mess. 4. Reverse camera cover/drain pipe (water in the booth). I was lucky. Had all of them. 5. Tail lights. Water in booth. Dont know how to fix this, but check after pressure washing your car.
@danhentes8569 Жыл бұрын
6. while fixing the speakers check the holes for the interior door trim clips, if there are water dripping stains (on the metalic part of the door or the rubber part of the clips), consider applying sealant or vaseline.
@dr.rotkod Жыл бұрын
Just to improve your comment from beginning... Renault megane grandtour IV same thing on every car.
@colmmckay12313 жыл бұрын
Brilliantly done,just a little more detail as you removed each part would have been good,,but thank you so much for taking the time to film and upload this.
@hawickjohnston3 жыл бұрын
Thanks. Just followed the instructions today. Golf is only 3.5 yrs old and out of warranty. I used mastic, put a bead around and re riveted them back in. If you can plan ahead good idea to get a couple of new door clips as they can easily break as the get pulled out. Vw suggested I put new speakers in but the speakers work fine just need new seal. Did job myself Saved myself £££££££ today. Thanks
@kozmagergely10 ай бұрын
you're skipping the most important parts which are how to actually take off things, all the practical parts are left out
@nerak28553 ай бұрын
@@kozmagergely there is a lot of tutorials to remove the door panel
@tbest731Ай бұрын
Damn mine has been leaking almost since it was new but just a little bit. Now it has gotten worse. Thanks for this tutorial. I would have never thought it was the speaker!
@pjconnolly3 жыл бұрын
Great video just had the very same issue. You have saved me a fortune imagine what a VWAG dealer would charge, and no doubt spoof you about the leak.
@mrfixpl3 жыл бұрын
Happy to help!
@altheazanehathaway48342 жыл бұрын
Excellent, a very well explained overview. Thank You, 2017 MK7 Golf Wagon SE, 42k miles, Memphis, TN
@mrfixpl Жыл бұрын
Happy to help!
@TheQuebecerInFrance4 жыл бұрын
Happened on my 2016 Golf, leaking from the 4 speakers. Volkswagen Canada accepted a good will settlement so that was a cheap fix.Happy cause I love that Golf.
@mrfixpl4 жыл бұрын
Great that you worked things out!
@StrongFreeLovin3 жыл бұрын
I knew exactly where the water was coming from but I couldn't figure out why it's there. Thanks you for your research!
@mrfixpl3 жыл бұрын
Happy to help!
@StrongFreeLovin3 жыл бұрын
@@mrfixpl Ok, it's actually not that easy in my case. I just did what you said, tested with water and the problem is actually the strip around the whole metal panel on which door's components sit. I can't remove it, do I just silicone around, will that work well? There are huge gaps, all molded.
@StrongFreeLovin3 жыл бұрын
Actually only one part is molded, but it's pretty big gap. Also all four doors. Seat Toledo II.
@kennlim854 жыл бұрын
Hi do you mind sharing the accessories that you’ve used? The screws and mount and also the rubber seal please?
@paulhunt58733 жыл бұрын
Had exactly the same problem, and the flanges where the screws go through were cracked as well. I put non-hardening sealant all the way round the speaker flange, used large self-tapper screws with big washers, but it still leaked. More round the door hole and it still leaked. It runs off the bottom of the speaker but can be getting in all the way round, I can see beads in the cracks in the flange for the upper screws. I can't see those spire clips and foam tape working properly, I'll have to get a replacement speaker.
@riiitch4 жыл бұрын
Haha oh no... My foot well was sodden, so found this video. I was really hoping it was going to be a quick door seal replacement video. I am now scared. But thank you, it's a great video and will be really helpful.
@mrfixpl4 жыл бұрын
Happy to help! While you're at it, you can upgrade your speakers to an aftermarket option as well.
@_wimza_79833 жыл бұрын
Im in same boat mate. 07 chrysler 300c. You get yours fixed?
@georgesandu51584 жыл бұрын
I actually had the exact same problem with the exact same door on Passat B8. Just found your video by mistake
@esoghumedominic132 жыл бұрын
Use silicone glue all around the speakers and problems solved. My only concern is that this might not be the main cause of the problem as there are lots of other holes for the door trim clips which wasn't sealed. So it looks like water wasn't meant to be in there at first place , so the outer window apertures seal isn't doing their job anymore which requires replacing and maybe check if the drainage hole in the door is blocked which create build up .
@jasonjay76502 ай бұрын
I just managed to pop off just the bottom of the door panel and it was just enough room to smear silicone sealant around the speaker. Hopefully it will sort it.
@adriantoole46018 күн бұрын
the doors are designed to let water in, and it should drain out of the bottom, the problem is if the drain hole is blocked and there's a deluge, the door fills up and it runs over and out of the speaker housing, my concern is if you seal the speaker it will just fill higher and run out of the speaker cone
@mdinisoae5 ай бұрын
Thanks a lot mate, I have this issue for years! The fu**ing idiots (because I cannot call them mechanics) from VW dealer I bought the car didn't find any issue, (despite of showing the water collection in a captured video).
@elscadA.4 жыл бұрын
This problem probably occurs with every car in the group V, AG I had the same situation in the B3 passat, but the car was already a bit old and here the car was relatively young
@StrongFreeLovin3 жыл бұрын
Same with Seat Toledo II '01
@dr.rotkod Жыл бұрын
...same with Renault Megane Grandtour IV, VW is not only one. We have "das auto" product also from France and Japan (Toyota and Lexus). Ovner!
@Rayfaedundee3 жыл бұрын
It’s becoming a common fault on all Mk7 and the Mk7.5 rear doors leaking water into the footwell from the speaker seal, also the large rubber grommet that has the door wiring loom can leak water too. I found if your remove the speaker housing and run a bead of sealant like tiger seal then refit the speaker housing back into door, it’ll never leak water again.. I usually do the large rubber grommet at the same time while you have the door panel off.
@mrfixpl3 жыл бұрын
Thanks for the tip!
@studiomwg Жыл бұрын
Do you have more information on the metal clip and screw sizes?
@Rgeneb5 ай бұрын
I used 4mm self tapping screws and fixings. Every hardware or autoparts store has them, couple of dozen for £3
@cousinbillybob32243 жыл бұрын
Great video. Is it possible to remove and resell the speakers without undoing the wires from the door panel…? I’m concerned that I’ll forget which wires will go where..!
@brucecarter34333 жыл бұрын
Just come across this problem in my 2013 Mk7, having already sorted out leaks from the tail lights and also the rear bumper vents 🙄 Quick question with this and it may be a stupid one, but rather than drill out the rivets and remove the speaker/holder, would it not have the same effect to leave the speaker in place but apply a sealant around the outside of it, to stop the water from behind the speaker coming into the car? Thanks in advance.
@mrfixpl3 жыл бұрын
I wanted to check what's inside the door anyway.
@KasamS3 жыл бұрын
Did u do urs that way, i plan on doing mine the same way as preventative maintenance
@eagle567863 ай бұрын
where is the water supposed to drain? won’t it build up behind the speaker and rot the door eventually? i cannot find the drain holes on my 2door 2015 golf
@AdamWolphe2 ай бұрын
@@eagle56786 there are two drain slots along the bottom of the door, between the outer lip and rubber weather seal. It’s a very narrow space to fit a finger, but you’ll see it if you look from below.
@johnwouters8832 Жыл бұрын
Ecellent! Thank You for taking the time to make the video .
@markderry99144 жыл бұрын
I have owned two Golf SV Mk7 both of these have this problem with the rear doors on the 65 models on the 64 front & back doors a common fault unrecognized by the dealership. Removed speakers x2 rear today and found both seals to be broken at the bottom of speaker frame , will try a strong silicone seal .
@mrfixpl4 жыл бұрын
Actually I'm thinking about replacing OEM speakers with something aftermarket. Hoping for no leaks and better sound.
@mammutpenthouse4 жыл бұрын
Let me know what speakers you use!
@markderry99143 жыл бұрын
Job done new silicon no more Leaks
@adriantoole46018 күн бұрын
Hi, great video, but won't this just stop the water coming out from under the speaker so it fills a little higher and will come through the speaker instead?
@mrfixpl8 күн бұрын
Nope, there’s a drain at the bottom of door.
@cvrcvrponglica48913 жыл бұрын
Thank you for this amazing video,you saved the day !!!
@mrfixpl3 жыл бұрын
Happy to help!
@pauljames3514 Жыл бұрын
Both my rear speakers were the culprit for my water logged rear footwells. Silicone mastic and self tapping screws cured my problem
@DesolationTech2 жыл бұрын
this is a notorious issue from VW mine is also happening in my mk4 golf GTI (yes you heard that right...a MK4
@MultiMaxi10002 жыл бұрын
I wanted to know if any of the silicone seal will work or there’s a specific one that I will have to buy?
@patrickokeeffe69983 жыл бұрын
Watching this brilliant video on how to address vw golf leak, guess what comes up, an advertisement for a new golf... Unreal .. F*** Off with yer advertisement VW, stand over and recall our leaking golfs due to your poor materials and workmanship.
@mrfixpl3 жыл бұрын
😂
@jasonjay76502 ай бұрын
Definitely gone downhill in quality over the years.
@jacekszymanski32334 жыл бұрын
Dzięki. Miałem ten sam problem w passacie b5fl tylko uszczelki padały przy wewnetrznej grodzi drzwi. Silikon sanitarny załatwił sprawę. Dzięki oczywiście łapa dla zasiegu
@bravoatila81033 ай бұрын
thank you...from Argentina...
@alanconsidine84324 жыл бұрын
Absoutly brilliant video the best ive seen on this problem.ive the Edition 40 love it and just slow about taki g off the door card to fix.would it still help if i use silicone or a sealer all around the speaker witout taking it off?
@mrfixpl4 жыл бұрын
I don't think that you can do it properly without removing the speaker.
@alanconsidine84324 жыл бұрын
@@mrfixpl i have been thinking and id agree with you do it once and do it right
@alanconsidine84323 жыл бұрын
When i finally got around to fixing this problem it wasnt the seal for me but the speaker was cracked around the pop rivet i just sealed it up with Tex 7.i know nobody had the car because im the only owner since new so it was cracked from day 1 just the crack spread over tine to more of the speaker
@misiu20016 ай бұрын
Hello, what Bolts U-nut Clips did you use? Thank you
@terrysadlerfinn19794 жыл бұрын
Could you not just put sealant around the speaker?
@mrfixpl4 жыл бұрын
You could. I just don't want to.
@jaybee81282 жыл бұрын
Water cooled speakers 👍
@No-Gumph Жыл бұрын
Great video. Succinct and clearly explained. Thank you.
@Ftseinvestor3 жыл бұрын
Interesting video, my 2018 T roc had water in the rear footwell, ended up requiring two new speakers front and rear drivers side. However one month down the line I've got water in the rear footwell again, any thoughts? Thanks
@kfpv2 жыл бұрын
Could you maybe tell me which cables (adapter) are you using for the rear speakers. Don't have any rear speakers installed and there also no cables in the rear door. Looks like you've got a nice adapter . Does this also connected in the rear door adapter or did you have to pull the cable through the door by yourself? Thanks 👍
@mrfixpl2 жыл бұрын
I'm not using an adapter. This is how factory speakers look like.
@inventingtacoguy2 жыл бұрын
God bless you I think I have found the solution for my mk6 2012
@mrfixpl2 жыл бұрын
Hope you will fix it before water will damage your vehicle! Fingers crossed!
@inventingtacoguy2 жыл бұрын
@@mrfixpl thank you I've been gettin it out of there as much as needed
@helinghaus Жыл бұрын
what size screws and fasteners did you use please?
@MotoFishingAdventures11 ай бұрын
Changing seal will not help in long term. Just use quality seal in tube and seal all around speaker and half way down metal plate which cover window mechanism. This is permanent way to stop leaking from door panels.
@tvbuster2 жыл бұрын
My MK7 GTI smells like mildew and I’m trying to find the cause. Maybe this is it. I haven’t noticed any water but will inspect. I’m very frustrated that this is even an issue. I take great care of my car but now I couldn’t even sell it because it smells! Thank you for your video.
@mrfixpl2 жыл бұрын
Check the trunk. Both the headliner and the spare area.
@tvbuster2 жыл бұрын
Thank you for your reply. I will check the trunk. But my carpet does smell near the rear passenger door and front passenger door. I am going to follow your video and check the speaker seals next weekend. I also checked the A/C drain hose but it seems ok
@macartanmcquaid222 жыл бұрын
Did this actually work? I would have thought it would still leak between the foam and those mounts for the screws, the mounts would break the seal surely 🤔 I got one side replaced in the garage for over €200 so the second I did myself. I had to replace the whole speaker unit as the plastic housing on the speaker was badly cracked...
@teresaw75884 жыл бұрын
Moj maz robil uszczelki z pianki po obrysie glosnika. Kazdy Golf predzej czy pozniej ma ten problem. Chyba tylko system glosnikow z Dynaudio nie ma tego problemu bo od razu zastosowali uszczelke po calej szerokosci obrysu glosnika. Taki problem wystepuje juz po 2-3 latach od nowosci auta. To czy cieknie mozna zobaczyc przez otwor w fole boczka tylnich drzwi - widac dol glosnika. Pozdrawiam posiadaczy MK7 😉
@salhopkinson13693 жыл бұрын
Just my rear passenger side rear seat keeps getting wet, the floor is dry...? Can't find where it's coming from 😩
@mrfixpl3 жыл бұрын
Sunroof drains?
@makil49242 жыл бұрын
Same here, only rear seats. Did you solve the problem?
@souravde9703 жыл бұрын
Same problem happened to my car.....thanks for your video
@mrfixpl3 жыл бұрын
Happy to help!
@souravde9703 жыл бұрын
@@mrfixpl problem not fixed bro
@mrfixpl3 жыл бұрын
Replace the speaker or seal you current one. There's not much of other options.
@souravde9703 жыл бұрын
@@mrfixpl bro I checked the speaker seal in good condition. I think problem with my car is rubber beading.
@richardlees90804 жыл бұрын
I had a leak through the door card clip near to the speaker on a MK6. A tiny amount of silicone sealer fixed this.
@jeandeluxe3 жыл бұрын
i also have a mk6 vw and currently have this issue, can you explain this more 😭
@sanjayhari6932 жыл бұрын
Hi buddy, I followed you and managed to repair my speakers and have had no further water leaks. However, 6months later, I've got stop/start malfunctions with the EPC light sending the car into limp mode, as well as the car intermittently failing to restart from stop/start. NO fault codes are showing and I suspect a corroded electrical component is causing voltage spikes and other electrical havoc. Do you have any advise on possible electrics that could have been affected under the carpet? I never removed it and the back footwells were pretty soaked.
@bennybull92298 ай бұрын
Anyone have an updated take on solutions, I have a 2015 sport wagon and noticed this problem days after I got the car and it rained! Way worse left side, fear mold under the carpet now, was a rainy last year where I live, now trying to really solve the issue
@El_Jeffe Жыл бұрын
Thank you for the info. I'm gonna use silicone on mine so I dont have to remove the speaker
@mrfixpl Жыл бұрын
Good luck!
@Rgeneb5 ай бұрын
Did it work? Im not confident drilling my car!
@georgepapa29504 жыл бұрын
How did the seal get damaged?
@bcol1274 жыл бұрын
George Papa it’s just an issue on the MK7 platform. I see posts about it almost every day on MK7 groups.
@Guillaumebernier822 жыл бұрын
Got my 19 Gti rear speakers replaced and still water leaks from behind that panel….
@mrfixpl2 жыл бұрын
Remove door card, pour water on the window and check where's the water coming from.
@monacocross42413 жыл бұрын
were you buy this seal for spekear ? can you drap link of ebay
@juicyplumbs12503 жыл бұрын
I’ve got this on drivers passenger side, it’s very minimal at the moment and the door card is never wet, would it be the same fix?
@DataLog4 жыл бұрын
How can they make cars for years and years and pass all of those difficult tests yet they are unable to make a door that doesn't leak? I mean what the fuck?!
@Austin-nx1kl3 жыл бұрын
My thoughts exactly when I had this happen to my golf 3 separate times on different doors. Within 1 year of ownership, 15,000kms.
@dragospahontu3 жыл бұрын
@@Austin-nx1kl cheap car. Toyota doesn't leak.
@AndreasElf4 жыл бұрын
Do anyone know why it's made like this? Why isn't the speaker closed off? Might answer myself.... Is it because the speaker needs lots of room/air on the backside to sound good? But then again, smartphone speakers sound good for their size. Car speakers should be able to be closed off and still sound good.
@michaelshort57910 ай бұрын
Why not just use silicon around the outside of the speaker where it sits without removing it?
@mammutpenthouse4 жыл бұрын
What are the four things that the screws will attach to?
@mrfixpl4 жыл бұрын
Some time ago I've bought set of cheap speakers to install in an arcade machine and had those 4 lying around. No idea how it's called. 😅
@jani733 жыл бұрын
Speed nut / sheet metal nut.
@hrvojecucek76493 жыл бұрын
Thanks man
@mrfixpl3 жыл бұрын
Hope it helped!
@JustAlb1n Жыл бұрын
There’s other holes lower then the speaker is so water can get in that way.
@AndreasElf4 жыл бұрын
Same problem on my MK6. I understand that it has to do with cost savings. But dam this is some cheap shit. They should've double insulated it somehow or used a way better material. Maybe both the standardseal and a line of silicone.
@NL-vh6cm Жыл бұрын
I have same problem will try and let you know
@dragospahontu3 жыл бұрын
Classic Volkswagen
@michaelgilligan1654 жыл бұрын
Having the same issue with my 2014 gti I have caught it late and it seems the water is now under the carpet on the back floor Carpet is dry to touch but if I squash my hand down on the floor I can hear more water What is the best way to drain that does anyone have any advice?
@Lightseeber3 жыл бұрын
Just found the same problem, horrific stuff. I’ve taken out rear seats and gonna attempt removing carpet to aim fan underneath to dry it out
@gareth4997 Жыл бұрын
I have just valeted a 19 plate golf full of Mould. I told the customer this is a problem with the cheap seal around the speaker in the rear of the car opens the boot and the spare wheel compartment was under a foot of water 😆 if I could only add pics to my comments lol. Many years ago I had the same problem with a 17 plate golf......and still VW have not solved it. Stay clear of the golfs 🤣🤣🤣
@SepulRise3 жыл бұрын
Hi, what is the solution for this problem? THanks
@christophermcquaigue91283 жыл бұрын
Golf MK4 had the same problems and Fabia MK1 (owned both? - pretty shocking that a maker such as VW/VAG cars still make cars with leaks...
@bigshag88694 жыл бұрын
Where did you get the tape to resale? I need to do it to my one lol
@seanh56484 жыл бұрын
On the U.K. forums most people have just used bathroom sealant. Works a lot better
@johnshortiss62223 жыл бұрын
It seems obvious that this is a fault VWAG are well aware of. I had my left rear door leak repaired under warranty but now the right rear door has the same leak and I'm out of warranty. This should be a recall issue and not left to owners of Mk7.5 Golf's to fork out for repairs. Lesson learned I won't be buying another VW
@danielrolirad2535 Жыл бұрын
Hi. It might a bit silly but how about to use plumbers mait?😂
@easyE02872 ай бұрын
Jeeeez VW c'mon , this is unacceptable.
@petewilkinson4824 Жыл бұрын
It’s better to use silicone.
@markanthony28411 ай бұрын
The term "If only everything in Life was as reliable as a Volkswagen" is long defunkt, trading on old glories VW in my opinion is nowhere near the quality it used to be, and anyone who owns one for any amount of time can contest to that !
@fernandodomingues37984 жыл бұрын
👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻🥇
@therainman62384 жыл бұрын
My Audi A4 b5 year 1995 never drop of water inside still after all these years... So you see the quality of these new cars, crap.
@tomphillips84494 жыл бұрын
What a stupid design my past 2 leons have had this problem and the dealer allways say they fix it but they dont fuck these shitty cars
@michal.abramowicz8 ай бұрын
😂 i need to check my shitbox b8 vw passat... ugh...
@Al3xisAE2 ай бұрын
Vw golf, another reason vw are overrated. Never again.
@S4GH1R6 ай бұрын
What size speaker fixing brackets are you using please