To install it, just cut it to length, and then attach it to the door or window with the adhesive that is included.
Closing up these irregularities is simple with foam tape because it’s sold in a variety of widths and thicknesses and can compress or expand easily. The gap around a window or door is often not a uniform size. If yours is in need of replacement, cut a length that corresponds to the area you need to cover, and then staple or nail it into place. Unfortunately, it’s also not very durable and tends to wear out after only a year or two. Feltįelt is a popular option because it is very inexpensive. To replace it, simply cut a piece to your desired length, and then attach it with the peel and stick adhesive that is included, or with finishing nails.
This option is common around double-hung or sliding windows and around doors. One side attaches to your door jamb and the other side extends out as far as necessary to bridge any gaps. This type of stripping is made of either plastic or metal that is folded into a V.
Learn how to replace weather stripping based on the type of stripping you use: Luckily, the replacement process is easy, even if you don’t consider yourself handy. The only drawback is that weather stripping wears out over time a requires replacement. By lining your windows and doors with this easy-to-use, low-cost material, you keep extreme air out, climate controlled air in, and stop drafts in their tracks. Weather stripping is one of your best defenses against harsh outdoor temperatures. For more information on car weather stripping, chat with a knowledgeable expert at your local NAPA AUTO PARTS store.A simple project that costs a little and saves a lot By doing so, you’ll extend the life of the stripping and keep both water and noise from invading the cabin.Ĭheck out all the body and chassis parts available on NAPA Online or trust one of our 17,000 NAPA AutoCare locations for routine maintenance and repairs. Just as you apply protectant to the tires, dashboard, steering wheel and other surfaces, make it a habit to do the same for your weather stripping each time you clean your car. Once the new weather stripping is in place, you should treat it to protect it. That way, you’ll ensure that the new stripping is an exact fit for the affected door. The better option is to simply purchase weather stripping and replace it in its entirety. Further, there is no guarantee that water won’t seep between the cracks, even if you seal it. However, in doing so, you may have trouble finding the correct stripping to match what wore out. If you need to replace your weather stripping, you can cut out just the worn section and replace it.
As long as the stripping is in one piece and isn’t broken, cracked or split, you can simply put it back in the grooves that hold it in place. What it can do is cause road noise to seep into the cabin.įortunately, the fix is sometimes as easy as inspecting the weather stripping to ensure it’s seated properly in the door frame. Worn weather stripping or a worn door seal may not always cause a leak - at least not initially. Pinpoint the exact location of the leak, then examine it after the wash is complete. Run the light over the entire frame of each door, the top of the windshield, around the moonroof or sunroof and along the back window. You may need a flashlight to spot the leak. If there’s a place for water to seep in, the car wash will reveal it. One way to confirm where water is coming in is by sitting in your car while it goes through the car wash.
However, if the inside door frame, seat or flooring is wet, there’s a good chance that water is seeping in from somewhere. Unless you left a door, window or moonroof open, there’s no reason for water to be inside your car. Here’s a look at two telltale signs of defective weather stripping and what you can do to fix the problem. Car weather stripping should last for many years, but sun, moisture and time will take its toll and necessitate at least partial replacement. Your car’s weather stripping serves a dual purpose by keeping water out and helping to muffle road noise inside the cabin.