Warning:If the vehicle interior is exposed to moisture and becomessoaked up to the level of the sensing and diagnostic module (SDM),the SDM and SDM harness connector must be replaced. The SDM couldbe activated when powered, which could cause airbag deployment andresult in personal injury.
Depending on the location of the waterleak, you may have toremove certain interior components in order to repair theleak.
If the floor carpet is wet refer toFloor Carpet Drying.Cut out a portion of the adhesive caulking in the leak areafrom inside or outside of the vehicle.Clean and remove all loose particles of the adhesive oldcaulking from the area.Apply joint body and seam sealer where the old adhesivecaulking was removed.Allow the adhesive caulking to dry for several hours.Test for leaks.Install the trim, if removed.
Special Tools Hydraulic Steering
IllustrationTool Number/ DescriptionJ-8001Dial Indicator SetJ-22610Keystone Clamp PliersJ-24319-BSteering Linkage and Tie Rod PullerJ-25033-CPulley InstallerJ-25034-CPulley RemoverJ-39570Chassis EarJ-44721Power Steering Analyzer ...