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Old 21st March 2022, 13:27   #1
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Default Wet Windscreen - now erratic electrics

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I've had all the various drain mods done - and so after finally getting a dry car - my windscreen every morning is completely soaking - as wet as it could be. No other windows suffer from this. And now the electrics seem intermittently dodgy - speedo, trip computer, fan, wipers cutting in and out in wet weather.

Your help would be much appreciated
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Old 21st March 2022, 13:36   #2
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Altogether now,,,,,,,,,, plenum 😁

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I've checked it and it's not blocked?
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Old 21st March 2022, 13:53   #4
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My windscreen does the same, especially when I haven't used the Aircon for a while. I have a silicon bag on the dash, helps a bit 😎

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Gents

I've had all the various drain mods done - and so after finally getting a dry car - my windscreen every morning is completely soaking - as wet as it could be. No other windows suffer from this. And now the electrics seem intermittently dodgy - speedo, trip computer, fan, wipers cutting in and out in wet weather.

Your help would be much appreciated
Use the A/C (if fitted) a couple of times a week. Otherwise, before putting her away for the day/night try switching the ventilation system (whichever you have) to internal recirculation and leave it running for 30sec before switching the ignition off.
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Old 21st March 2022, 17:21   #6
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Check under your carpet. Chances are it's damp.

There are so many weak spots for leaks on these cars. The plenum is a favourite. Sun roof drains are another.
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