WATER LEAK INTO THE FOOTWELL

2014 Transit Connect

2014 Transit Connect vehicles may exhibit a water leak into the driver and/or passenger side footwell.

SERVICE PROCEDURE

Is water leaking into the passenger footwell?
1. Yes – check the evaporator core drain tube and reattach the evaporator core drain tube if loose. Proceed to Step 2. (Figure 1)
2. No – proceed to Step 2.

Figure 1

Is water leaking into both the passenger and driver foot well?
1. Yes – proceed to Step 3.
2. No – this article does not apply. Refer to Workshop Manual (WSM).
Open the hood. Refer to the circled areas. (Figures 2 and 3)

Figure 2

Figure 3

Apply Motorcraft Seam Sealer or equivalent to the gap between the fender apron panel outer reinforcement and the A-pillar on both sides. (Figures 2A and 3A)
1. Allow the sealer to dry for two hours.

Seal the hole on the body by adding an O-ring to the instrument panel support assembly retainer, on both sides of the vehicle. (Figure 3B)
1. Remove the cowl panel.
2. Remove the instrument panel support assembly, both sides. (Figure 4)

Figure 4

1. Use a PVC foam strip to cut out and fit an O-ring onto the instrument panel support assembly retainers. Inner diameter 8 mm (0.3 inches). Outer diameter 18 mm (0.7 inches). (Figure 5)

Figure 5

Figure 6

Obtain Part Locally
Part NumberPart Name
164-R4901	PVC Soft Foam Strips

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PAINTABLE IN 30 MINUTES — Apply, wait 30 minutes, and paint right over it. Fast cure time means you can prime and topcoat the same day. Black base color requires less paint coverage than white — ideal when working on dark-colored vehicles or undercarriage areas that won't be topcoated.
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Bonds to All Surfaces: Our seam sealer automotive formula bonds strongly with primed, painted, or bare metal surfaces, offering a fast curing solution. Ready for paint in just 30 minutes, it serves as an effective RV roof sealant and polyurethane auto body filler without the need for sanding.
All-Weather Performance: Designed to deliver a long-lasting seal, our automotive seam sealer withstands extreme weather without shrinking or cracking. Seam seal technology ensures it remains flexible and durable for both indoor and outdoor applications, making it a versatile automotive sealant.
Easy Application & No Prep Needed: Seamlessly compatible with any standard urethane caulk gun, this auto glass sealant offers excellent adhesion without the need for surface prep. Our car seam sealer ensures quick and professional-grade gap filling.
Versatile Application Across Vehicles: Perfect as car body filler for boats, trucks, and RVs, this automotive paintable seam sealer ensures a seamless fit on body panel and seams. Acting as an RV seam sealer, it meets diverse automotive repair needs effectively.
Professional Results Guaranteed: Trusted by auto repair experts across the USA, our auto body seam sealer ensures high-quality, professional repairs with every use. Satisfaction guaranteed—see the difference in your repairs!

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Water Leak Into the Driver and/or Passenger Side Footwell – 2014 Ford Transit Connect