While I don't consider myself overly handy...this was so easy to do. Dealer wanted $1500 to replace the drain ports. Did this for under $40. Thank you for posting.
2+ year old video and still helping people like myself. my sons G 37X was leaking like crazy found your video and it saved us a ton of money and headaches. Thank you.
Found a wet carpet this week, luckily the drivers side so nothing got fried. Found your video and liked this method much more than any other one I'd seen. Found all of the pieces I needed and completed the whole job in an hour and a half. I used clear tubing so I could see how it was draining. I tried some water at home as a test and then took the car through the a car wash with the A pillar covers off and the passenger carpet folded back so I could watch the draining in real time. You saved me so much time and frustration, thank you!!!
I’m the guy that never comments on RUclips videos but I just had to come on here and say THANK YOU. I’ve been putting this off for over two years now just dealing with the wet carpet because of how much the repair costs. I did this myself in about an hour and now my carpets can stay dry 😊
Thanks for taking the time to post your video with the information on how to fix the clogged Infiniti sunroof drains. With your help, I was able to do my drains exactly the way you did it. I was losing hope watching other videos because I didn't want to have to try and replace the plug.
This is 2025 I have a 2011 G37 coupe with the same issue. Thank you so much. My husband found this video and will resolve the problem. Thank you so much!
You sir are a genious! Thank you for sharing this video!!! I've had this leak issue repaired TWICE at the dealership, both at great cost, and just two years between "fixes"! And the leak recently returned again for the THIRD time! I took my 2010 G37 back to the dealer and they want $2k to "fix" it!! I told them there was no way would pay that ridiculous price. And the service advisor and manager both tried to tell me they've never heard of these cars having repeat issues, that once it's fixed, it's fixed. Liars!!! I called the parts department to see if they had the drain clips in stock and this guy was honest about this issue. He told me that they keep this part in stock because these cars have this known design flaw. I ordered all of the parts on everyone's favorite online store and they will be delivered tomorrow. Then I'll tackle the issue and fix this problem myself.
Worked like a charm. 3/8 inch coupling, except for the AC drain line, which was 1/2 inch on my 2012 G37S. Found a T 1/2 inch coupling with a 3/8 inch side nipple. Worked perfectly. Thanks great fix!!
Oh my goodness, thank you!!! I had called my insurance company today thinking it was the bottom winshield leaking from the seal. 2012 g37 sport sedan. Have to call back Monday but I decided to research a little. On an infinity forum the talked about drilling holes in floorboard, taking seat out, all kinds of stuff. ONE guy said these 3 words. "Sunroof drain tubes. End of story", so I came on here typed in year make model sunroof drain tubed and you came up first. Praise GOD!! So now I can fix this tomorrow myself because the water us leaking onto my fuse box on Drivers side under dash and causing problems. THANK YOU SO VERY MUCH!!! HAVE A BLESSED WEEKEND!!
@forrestgump4570 the drain hose is 3/8 then, you get a 3/8 BRASS barb, then a 3/8 T fitting. Just listen and watch he will show how it's all done. I followed along with him and did mine and used zip ties to secre ends of hose to T, & Barbs then trimmed off excess tip ties
I did this with my 2013 g37. Working like a charm so far. I did struggle to pull the hose over the hump. Used old hanger and tape to pull the hose through. My car drain was 1/2 inch vs the 1/4. It has been about a month so far no new issues. I am not mechanically inclined, so it took me about 4 hours total time to complete it.
Just finished this job. Exactly how he said. Cost me about 10 bucks. 6 for 10ft tubing. The rest for fittings at Home Depot.. got it done in about 30 mins. Cool project. Thanks again.
Thank you, thank you, thank you! This was extremely helpful and saved me the $2,600 the dealer quoted me to fix the sunroof drainage system!! You are a life saver!
I did the straw method probably a year ago now, no leaks but the headache it gave me fixing…I now want 20K for my G. 🤣🤣🤣Nice work, good thought process, nice execution.
Thanks for this link I have been looking for a solution for this problem this is the second time I’ve experienced this problem. The first time the dealer fixed it and kept my car for 2 weeks. They damaged my dashboard and had to replace it. I followed your directions and it works perfect. Thank you so much.
2008 G35 Sport Sedan. My son and I just completed this repair. The hardest part was on the passenger side. Routing the tubing through the dash from the A-pillars. It would only go about a foot or less and then stop. Since we could not get it to go further, we had to remove the glovebox and the support behind it. Removal was super simple and afforded us a much better access and view to route the tubing from the A-pillar and behind the dash to the firewall and ultimately to the passenger footwell. We did both sides, passenger and driver even though the only side that was leaking was the passenger, it was only a matter of time for the driver side to fail - the driver side was much simpler to route the tubing through the dash under the steering wheel shaft and over the top of the pedals - easily zip tied to keep the tube clear of the pedals and maintain drain slope. Huge kudos to you for sharing this video and showing that it can be done.
I tried the other method 2 years ago on multiple times and it still leaked and I had my car covered with tarp when it rained and I never thought there would be a fix… well this took me an hour last night and took it to car wash first thing this morning and boom! No leaks! It’s fixed! I can’t thank you enough! Your a genius!!!
Did you do anything to the drain plugs on fire wall after you re routed the drain hoses to the foot rest? or did you leave the alone and had no more water leaking issues?
Thank you for posting this video. Got the materials today for 44 bucks at Lowe’s. Feed the tube through the crevices was the hardest part but all In all very simple. Appreciate it this ingenious permanent fix brother. God bless!
I have the same problem with my 2010 Infiniti FX35. My carpet were soaked like yours. I did extensive research on this and found that the cause of the problem is the drain plugs that terminate in the firewall. I watched a lot of videos of people trying to replace those, or modify their existing plugs by taking out the baffle and putting in a metal straw. This seemed extremely difficult and beyond my skill set. I didn't want to pay $1500 for the dealer to replace the drain plugs only to have it happen again so I decided I would do it myself. When I pulled the carpet up I saw the AC drain in the floorboard and thought that I might be able to use that. I searched on RUclips to see if anyone else had the same thought and found your video. We must think alike. I'm good at troubleshooting and coming up with solutions, but not so good at executing the solution so I am glad that you posted this video to show me how it's done. I am going to attempt it in the next few days as soon as I source the parts. This seems like the best fix for this solution. What I am really surprised at is how come there isn't a recall for this problem since it happens to EVERYONE at some point. It's not just wet carpets you have to deal with either. I have read horror stories about people who have had electrical problems from the water ruining their ECMs and other electronics. I love Infiniti but I will never buy another one with a sunroof.
@@importlogic I just did my passenger side using your technique and it worked well. I really appreciate people like yourself that share your knowledge because without it, I wouldn't have been able to fix it. I sent you a $ tip, it's not much but I just wanted you to know I appreciate your help. I've never tipped anyone on the internet before and I never pay for content.
@@CASHOUTbam I fixed my problem by just running the drain to the main drain plug on floorboard in cabin. I ordered some tube and connectors from Amazon. I used zip ties to connect the tubes. I'm not too handy with car repairs, but this was pretty easy. You just have to be careful taking the interior apart to get to the lines.
Just did this today on my 13’ g37, doing the fix this way honestly not as extensive as it seems, overall took me about an hour to do, and spent about 20$ on supplies. Very happy with the outcome thanks bro for making this video
Your technique is ingenious. You've made my life so much better. I have a 2008 G35 sedan with that sunroof issue. I took the dashboard out to fix it what pain in the a** it was. It work fine after a couple of rain storm. I was devastated when it leaked again after a mild rain. That was two years ago. Btw that white G37 sedan is awesome.
Just finished the job and it went well. I carefully routed the hoses to avoid interference with any moving items. I decided to bring each drain hose to the A/C drain separately. By the way, on my 2012 G37X Sedan, the A/C drain hose is 1/2 inch. I bought two 1/2 x 3/8 x 1/2 barbed Ts and it worked great. I took a photo of the tie in but don't think I can upload one here. Thanks again for the idea and video.
Hey boss I have the same issue with my G, and its also the same year and model as yours, can you possibly send me a picture of the tie in you mentioned? Part of the reason also I need the picture is because I need to find the ac drain, my 1st car fix haha.
@@alexisvelazquez3509 I can't figure out how to post a picture here. If you have an email, I am happy to email the photo of the tie in as I did it. If you pull the carpet up in front of the passenger seat (4:08 om in the video) you will see the drain going through the floor. Rather than tie the two drain hoses from the sun roof together before they tied into the A/C drain as he did at 7:40 in the video, I cut the A/C drain in two places. The first being about 4 inches before it went down through the floor, then at another 4 inches from that spot. At these two points I put in a T fitting, as I mentioned about I had to by two 1/2 x 3/8 x 1/2 barbed Ts which worked great. I used small zip ties to secure the connections and it worked. Good Luck.
I'm doing this tomorrow! Gonna make a vid on it! Dude, you just saved me so much headache. It rained on my g37 a ton today and I was getting in the car to leave and noticed at least an inch and a half of water in the passenger floorboard. I ended up putting a tarp over the car temporarily. Thank you, man!! Hope this fixes my issue!
Huge Thank you! I did this to my son’s 2014 Infinity Q60. Quickly poured 2 cups of water on both sides and receive the same amount to the floor. Great solution versus straw trick… thank you!
my bcm got wet from the carpet getting damp from a leak, ripped out the carpet and it’s leaking right next to the seal on the firewall. just ordered the parts for $30, i’ll update when i’m done with this. seems so smart bro never would’ve thought about completely bypassing the original hose
Thank you so much for making this! It happened to my 2013 a couple days ago. I just did it today and it works perfectly! Way better than fixing the OEM setup just for the same issue to come back. Thank you again, you are a scholar and a gentleman.
Many thanks brother. After watching your video for about the 7th time, I eventually gained the confidence to solve my M35 sunroof leakage problem myself. The M35 (2009) is a little different than yours, though. First, I notice there was no space for an extra hose beside the factory one. So, I had to pull out the factory one entirely. Then I ran my new hose into the same hole, but it didn't come out in the cabin. Instead, it came out outside (in the hood). I was then able to find a hole through which I passed the hose all the way to the back of the tire (for the driver side). I did the same thing for the passenger side. The driver side is relatively easier. The passenger side, on the other hand, was really tough. I spend approximately three hours on this job, and about two hours of this whole time was spent on the passenger side. This is because I tried passing the hose through a hole underneath the battery tray (close to the IPDM). This proved impossible. I eventually had to pass the hose beside the battery and all the way to the front. That way, I was able to get it out somewhere close to the tire. In essence, my sunroof leakage has been fixed, and I have no fear of rain anymore, all thanks to your video, and a few others I watched. Worthy of note: this work on my 2009 M35 had absolutely nothing to do with the cabin, except for pulling out the A-pillar. I also did not use the T, since I didn't need to connect my hoses to the AC drainage hose. All I used for this job were the hose (about 15ft), two two-way connectors, and some zip locks.
The most perfect solution is here. There may be a cost involved in purchasing miscellaneous items, but it is definitely the easiest method. Thank you for always good information.
Saw this video earlier today from a Facebook comment, watched through and a couple hours later I went to Home Depot, got the 3/8 line, 3/8 barb splicers and the 3/8 barbed tees and some hose clamps it was about $40! Got it done in about an hour. Such an easy fix, better then the stupid straw/ drain method. The driver side I had a little bit of a harder time cause I had to put the tube behind the steering column, which caused it to travel up slightly so water doesn’t get pushed through as good, but it still works great. Thank you !!!
I’m glad it helped you man! So I ran mine below the steering column with some zip ties to be sure I had a constant downhill slope. Still works great! The straw method is cool but man it’s a pain….. this is much much better!
Thanks so much for sharing this! I made the fix two days ago, went to the car wash yesterday and the carpets are bone dry 24hrs later. I used clear hose so I can monitor debris build-up.
Looking back I think that’s what I should have done. But I new for a fact that vacuum line would last forever. I’ve seen some clear tubing get hard and brittle but considering it’s only water and no fuel, oil or chemicals it would probably be just fine. Glad you liked the video and that it was helpful!
Thank you so much for this info... Just discovered that my G37 is leaking... Windows all fogged up showing the typical signs of moisture penetration. Now I know how to tackle it as a result of your video. Blessings!
Dude, add me to the list of the grateful G owners! I am not handy at all and was nervous as heck about doing this but I managed to get it done in about an hour! I had a difficult time fishing the new tube behind the dash so I removed the air vent and was able to do it that way. I didn’t have time to test it but fingers crossed I have a dry G this week as we are expecting a bunch of rain. Thanks again!
Just finished this! Biggest issue was running the hose on the passenger side. I ended up taking out the glove box…piece of cake after that! I couldn’t find 3/8 x 1/2 t’s so I used the 3/8 and zip tied the AC hose. Thanks a ton!
just did it on my '09 sedan. thx for clear walkthrough!, I only did the driver side since carpet was only wet there, looking forward to test it under heavy rain
Thank you! 08 g35x. Saved me hundreds. $25 in parts.. Used clear tubes, only ones available. and 2 t barb connectors at the ac hose, like someone suggested. Took an hour and forty five. So far no interior leaks, after testing.
So glad I came across this fix. Off to buy some 10-12ft of 3/8 tubing, 2 tee’s, and 2 barbed fittings. This is gonna save me some headache for a 100% better fix compared to some others I’ve seen. Thank you for making this video 👌🏼
Just did this, tested it for leaks and so far so good. Hopefully it holds up but I’m glad I’m not getting water on my bcm anymore. It got really soaked after a few rainy days and my car started acting crazy. Luckily I was able to clean the bcm and save it.
This is no joke. I have a 2013 G37 and I had the sunroof drain tube replaced by the dealer about 5-6 years ago, it was something around $700-$800, mostly in labor…and it does still leak if it rains heavy enough.
I'll be doing this, this weekend. Noticed water coming in after the car wash. Seems way easier than the other solutions. I'll keep updated after I don't myself.
@@diegobarragan7898 There is maybe an inch or so of water buildup in the hose coming from the drivers side right where it hits the T joint because I didn't get it perfectly downhill, but I haven't seen it build up anymore than that. I also used clear tubing because that's all i could find, but it's nice to be able to see where it's working and where it's not.
Man thanks for the step by step guide on this this fix. My son just spent 3k to replace his BCM because of this leak and we wanted to make sure it wouldn't happen again. This was the perfect solution. We did it in about 2 hours and we are far from being mechanics. Anyway thanks again. Keep up the good work.
Total lifesaver !!! I ended up pulling the headliner off a bit to expose the 2 drain locations. Added new hoses to both sides. Ran it to the ac condenser drain plug under the carpet. 👍🏻 spent $29.99 at Menards (W)
Have you had anymore water leaks after fixing this way? i still wonder if tthe plugs on fire wall would still cause water to leak some how? if you could reply would mean tons! Thanks.
@@DavidSantos-f5q Get in there & double check your tubing size before buying it. Mine ended up having 1/2" as the stock tubing. I bought 3/8th tubing but I still managed to get it to work. Took me a solid 3hrs but I went slow not trying to break any of the plastics. Days later we had a massive storm & both sides were dry. Also making sure you get rubber tubing not PVC. I went cheap & wasn't paying attention while shopping.
@@jjwalker2011 ohhh ok I'm doing it tomorrow because my car had water 💦 inside driver and passenger side it was I guess I had water the rear seat's cover in water when I went to a full onto full stop and my Jordans shoes 😭👟got all wet I had least 10 inch of water 💦 splash on my shoes I live in Miami it's always raining over here when I drive my G37 I just got the car over 2 weeks ago the guy didn't tell me about the car he was I had 2000 Nissan maxima before I got rid of it 😕than I gotten a 2001 Acura CL type S with 159,000 miles dealership scammed me transmission blew up they wanted to fix my transmission last year for $1,800 for a rebuilt transmission it had a warranty it only lasted 7 months for 1 year now they wanted $4,500 and I said No thanks so I looked at Facebook marketplace so I bought this beautiful black pearl 2013 G37 Sport sedan RWD 7 speed automatic been in accident 4 times yeah it's a rebuilt title LoL 🤣 it only has 109,000 miles I bought it for $3,600
@DavidSantos-f5q Nah I screwed up & bought off Amazon so mine is completely different setup. But yes Lowes has those fittings but with plastic ones, should work just as good as brass ones but cheaper. Pull your pillar framing, my existing pipes wear clear & 1/2 not 3/8ths. I could see my right side still full of water. Hopefully this is your issue. Lowes has everything you need, but for check you existing pipes for size & just go from there.
Bcm got fried due to this. Comprehensive coverage only cover replacing the bcm, key reprogramming and clean/drying up the carpet. Sunroof was classified as normal wear. They wanted over 2 grand to fix. So thank you for this video.
@dustinvq37 My car would not cut on at all. Even after trying to jumpstart it with two fully charged jump boxes. Thinking that it was the starter, I replaced it, but all that did was made more confusion as the car this time would not turn off without completely removing the positive terminal and circuits. After finding the water under the rug and getting obd checked. A crapload of codes thrown relating to electrical issues. Mind you, battery, alternator, even my original starter were all good. The bcm was just on the fritz from all the moisture. We have had not only bad floods in my city due to the rain and clogged sewer drains, but we also just got hit with snow. Just got my car back today from infiniti, new bcm. Running great and firing right up even faster than before. However, I still need to treat the leak to avoid ever having this happen again. Keep in mind, fellas, if you go through your comprehensive coverage, they will also cover the diagnostic fee. If you find water intrusion under your carpet, the best bet is to utilize your insurance for the moisture if it caused an electrical issue that your premium will cover.
Thanks so much for this video! The Mrs. was panicking when I first pulled apart the dash to try and remedy the clogged drains. This is hands down a better way to go about fixing this issue without having to get to the firewall.
Your very welcome! I can’t take all the credit, but it’s definitely a way better repair. People replace the fire wall seals and they leak after a few days anyway! Thanks for watching 🙏
Hi, I did this to my moms 2011 Infiniti G25x, got everything (3/8 tees & 3/8 brass barb). I had to order from Amazon 3/8 x 1/2 x 3/8 Tee because it wouldn’t connect to the a/c condenser line. It’s a perfect fit now. Thank you so much for this video helped out a lot!!!!
Thank you for making this video. It saved me a considerable amount of money and headache. It actually turned out to be a fun weekend project for my father and me to take on. I never comment on videos but wanted to leave you a thank you.
I did my drivers side this past weekend and plan to do the passenger this coming weekend. Had a small issue with the ac hose fitting 3/8 or 1/2 so I had to use a ton of sealant and 3 zip ties. I plan to make it better this coming weekend but I tested it and it worked.
What did you use for sealant? I ended up going through a 3/8 to 1/2 adapter and then 1/2x1/2x1/2 tee. Tried zip ties then stainless hose clamps, but i still have leak. At least I transferred leak from driver side to passenger side, but I know it's my repair that's leaking. This is for 2013 with the larger diameter (and thinner wall) condensate line. Thin wall tubing and barbed fittings not the best match.
Been through this twice with two Gs. Second one did wreak havoc with the electrical but didn't get anything. Will save this vid for when this happens again, because it will!
I was seriously considering getting rid of my car due to several frustrating issues. In the winter, condensation would cause the windshield to ice over, and as it started to melt, my dashboard would get soaked. The fogging was relentless, and both the driver and passenger floors would become soaked-just like in the video. Water even spread behind the seats. (If you're tackling this issue, make sure to pull up the carpet and floorboard to remove any trapped water and dry the carpet properly.) To make matters worse, there was that awful mildew smell. (A few moisture absorber packs in the car can really help with this.) On top of all that, I was dealing with the "Shift to Park" warning that would pop up after it rained, followed by an annoying sound. I'd have to unplug and reconnect the battery for at least three days just to stop the error. I was done with my car, but thanks to this fix, everything has been resolved for six months now. This solution has truly been a game-changer! A huge thanks!
Genius! I had to permanently fix mine the other day but all I did was shove some rubber tubing roughly the same size in diameter as the oem plug in the drain hole then fed the sunroof drain tube down that. wish I would have thought of this but no way I'm going through the headache of ripping it out again
Thank you for sharing this genius method. My 2012 G37 just leaked for the 1st time. I merged the left and right together close to the ac line, then used a 3/8 to 1/2 adapter before I connected them to the 1/2 ac line.
Just finished this repair thank you so much! The AC line is 1/2 inch so needed to use a 1/2x1/2x1/2 tee for that one and squeezed the 3/8 line on to that tee since the store didn’t have a 1/2x1/2x3/8. Had to use a couple of slightly different routes down from the A pillar because the hole was too small in my car (2012 g37x)
I did the straw method about a year ago. I was going to go to car show today actually, but I got in car, and knew instantly it was leaking. :( I will be doing this method next, thx for sharing!. My awd stopped working also. I'm going to be cleaning all the grounds with a wire brush, since it got wet.
Just did the job today. My 2012 G37xs sedan had 1/2 in line for the ac hose. :( I put the 3/8 tee on there for now, clamped tight. Figured this comment might help someone
I can’t thank you enough for this video! A much better solution than trying to replace and/or fix the grommets via the straw solution. Let me know if you’re ever in the Vancouver area, I owe you a steak dinner and many, many beers! 😂
Thank you 🙏 this weighs a lot easier than trying to unplug the piece from the firewall and then make the repair. Definitely is easier less stress. Thank you.
So I just did this. Thanks for putting this up. I was about to shake down my bud for a loooong pair of pliers then wondered if anyone rerouted it instead. Boom. $45 later I’m in the game.
I’ve noticed my driver side carpet wet 4 days ago after it rained 🥴, I jumped on RUclips and came across your vid. I just got finished today 11/29/22 took me about an hour and a half because of the driver side was so tight but all good now Thanks for your vid 🤙🏾
Went smoothly, thought it would be much harder! Can’t wait for it to pour to really put it to the test but water flows thru to the ac drain no problem! Absolute legend for posting this otherwise I’d be looking at vids of the firewall and dash removal bs!!!
Big thanks to Import Logic for this video. I had previously replaced the passenger side plug in the firewall - a miracle that I got the plug through the sound insulation and into the wall. Didn't want to do that again so I followed this approach for the drivers side. Bought 1/2" OD 3/8" ID clear vinyl tubing at Lowes (US hardware store), along with a 3/8" - 3/8" barbed junction that I attached with zip ties in the A pillar and a 3/8x3/8x3/8 T. Because the AC line is slightly larger, I used small hose clamps all around at the T. I also zip tied the tube above the accelerator to ensure no interference. I couldn't get the entire tube to go downhill to the AC condenser, so there is a little water pooling in the tube below the steering column. I wish I had bought black tubing to make this less obvious. Installed yesterday and so far so good!
This worked very well. Thank you sir! Only issue I came a cross was during the water test I did before installing the panels by windshield. I had water leak through where I made the connection from existing hose to new hose. I changed from zip ties to the clamps and no leaks after that. Couldn't tighten zip ties more than I already had them! Other that no problems! Thanks again.
Great video. I independently arrived at this exact fix on my passenger side several years ago and am now faced with extending it to the drivers side. :)
My husband just got done doing this on his 07 g35 sedan. Only problem was that the AC drain hose was 1/2 not 3/8. If this is the case make sure to get a 1/2 x 3/8 x 1/2 t barb fitting so it’ll fit into the new hose. He had to run around trying different stores looking for the exact fitting. Amazon also has it if you can’t find it in store. Other than that, thank you for this helpful video!
Before going through all this try taking some weedeater line and showing it through the drain line. I did that and I took an air compressor and some rubber tubing and sprayed 100+ psi directly into the line. Between these two things, something worked. It might not be a long term fix, but I’m trying to avoid pulling apart my dash at all costs.
Our 2012 G37 leaks, so I did this repair sans the ac line connect. Only gets wet in hard rain now, but still not perfect. Video posted of the work done.
I was planning on using the straw method but this seems much more efficient. I washed my G37 recently and had an inch of water on the passenger floor. AWESOME video brother. I'll be doing this, this weekend
Well did it today on my 2012 g37 sport sedan. Only hiccup? The a/c hose is bigger than 3/8, so it swallowed the 3/8 brass T fitting. Luckily I had already bought a 3/8 plastic barbed T fitting and believe it or not, I couldn't get it onto the 3/8 hose I bought, but it fit onto the a/c drain hose like a glove. It's fixing to storm here in central florida now, so we will see how it all worked out. Wish me luck!!
I’ve noticed my carpet wet 4 days ago 🥴, I jumped on RUclips and came across your vid. I just got finished today 11/29/22 took me about an hour and a half because of the driver side was so tight but all good now Thanks for your vid 🤙🏾
I was wondering why I didn't see any videos on snaking the drain hole first. Now I know why. I have a leak on the front passenger side only. Confirmed it wasn't draining from underneath the car. Then I snaked it with a brush tip wire and degreaser all the way down to the firewall and followed with hot water. It started draining great so I assumed I got lucky. No, although it's draining outside car it still also leaking inside as well. I guess it's safe to assume the hose leading to the firewall plastic cap seal is shot?
I appreciate the info it helped me out a lot, I spent too much time trying to remove the drain the clean it and this was a much better idea to solve it ❤
I did mine by just cutting the existing hose on the Pilar. Adding barb fitting with hose and taking out the existing fitting in firewall and just going straight with the hose into the firewall. You will need long pliers. Harbor freight has cheap ones for $10.
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I was leaking on both sides. Did this today and it worked great. Got all parts from Lowes for $36. Thanks a million!
Do you remember what you got to fix it?
All my lines were .5 inch vs 3/8 I had to get .5 inch barbs , 2 way and 3 way . 2 straights . And 2 3 ways . And 14ft of .5 7/16 line
@@brockzack8370how did you determine you needed different sizes?
What year is your car? Coupe or sedan? Im curious if it differs @brockzack8370
This man must be protected at all cost. 👏
Hahaha thank you sir, glad I could help!
literally tho 💯
agreed after watching this video he’s a legend.
Facts bruh! I just found this video. I'm a subscriber going forward
No cap I’m about to do the same thing right now!
A little tip for anyone doing this job, there’s a hole in the floor right by the dead pedal on drivers side. No need to run it over to the passenger.
Looking for now. But I don’t see it. I see the gromet for the hood latch line a little higher up but don’t see a drain?
@@Speedycory6 did ya find it I’m about to do the job
@@brockzack8370 no I ended up just doing it like how it is in the video.
@@Speedycory6 Is the 3/8 dimension for the inner diameter or outer diameter My search for tubing is differentiating between Inner and Outer.
@@mariocasarez6043 I believe it is inner diameter.
While I don't consider myself overly handy...this was so easy to do. Dealer wanted $1500 to replace the drain ports. Did this for under $40. Thank you for posting.
Would u mind sharing the list of items u got please?
2+ year old video and still helping people like myself. my sons G 37X was leaking like crazy found your video and it saved us a ton of money and headaches. Thank you.
Found a wet carpet this week, luckily the drivers side so nothing got fried. Found your video and liked this method much more than any other one I'd seen. Found all of the pieces I needed and completed the whole job in an hour and a half. I used clear tubing so I could see how it was draining. I tried some water at home as a test and then took the car through the a car wash with the A pillar covers off and the passenger carpet folded back so I could watch the draining in real time. You saved me so much time and frustration, thank you!!!
I wish I did clear tubing now that you say that! I’m glad it was helpful!!!
Ingenious solution to a common problem. Thank you!😎
Way better than replacing the the part behind the dash or the straw method! I’m surprised I haven’t seen this done before.
So true
Facts. Soooooo happy I didn’t already rip my dash apart and try to pull that Pos part out.
I’m the guy that never comments on RUclips videos but I just had to come on here and say THANK YOU. I’ve been putting this off for over two years now just dealing with the wet carpet because of how much the repair costs. I did this myself in about an hour and now my carpets can stay dry 😊
Dude I’m stoked that it helped you!!!
@@importlogic thanks man you’re the best 🙏
Thanks for taking the time to post your video with the information on how to fix the clogged Infiniti sunroof drains.
With your help, I was able to do my drains exactly the way you did it. I was losing hope watching other videos because I didn't want to have to try and replace the plug.
This is 2025
I have a 2011 G37 coupe with the same issue. Thank you so much. My husband found this video and will resolve the problem.
Thank you so much!
You sir are a genious! Thank you for sharing this video!!! I've had this leak issue repaired TWICE at the dealership, both at great cost, and just two years between "fixes"! And the leak recently returned again for the THIRD time! I took my 2010 G37 back to the dealer and they want $2k to "fix" it!! I told them there was no way would pay that ridiculous price. And the service advisor and manager both tried to tell me they've never heard of these cars having repeat issues, that once it's fixed, it's fixed. Liars!!! I called the parts department to see if they had the drain clips in stock and this guy was honest about this issue. He told me that they keep this part in stock because these cars have this known design flaw. I ordered all of the parts on everyone's favorite online store and they will be delivered tomorrow. Then I'll tackle the issue and fix this problem myself.
They are liars. Mine is leaking again too after supposedly being "fixed" by Infiniti.
Worked like a charm. 3/8 inch coupling, except for the AC drain line, which was 1/2 inch on my 2012 G37S. Found a T 1/2 inch coupling with a 3/8 inch side nipple. Worked perfectly. Thanks great fix!!
Oh my goodness, thank you!!! I had called my insurance company today thinking it was the bottom winshield leaking from the seal. 2012 g37 sport sedan. Have to call back Monday but I decided to research a little. On an infinity forum the talked about drilling holes in floorboard, taking seat out, all kinds of stuff. ONE guy said these 3 words. "Sunroof drain tubes. End of story", so I came on here typed in year make model sunroof drain tubed and you came up first. Praise GOD!! So now I can fix this tomorrow myself because the water us leaking onto my fuse box on Drivers side under dash and causing problems. THANK YOU SO VERY MUCH!!! HAVE A BLESSED WEEKEND!!
Can u pls share the list of materials u got? I got a 2012 as well. Unsure if the drain pipe sizes will be the same as others😢
@forrestgump4570 the drain hose is 3/8 then, you get a 3/8 BRASS barb, then a 3/8 T fitting. Just listen and watch he will show how it's all done. I followed along with him and did mine and used zip ties to secre ends of hose to T, & Barbs then trimmed off excess tip ties
@@donnarichardson2888 thank u
I did this with my 2013 g37. Working like a charm so far. I did struggle to pull the hose over the hump. Used old hanger and tape to pull the hose through. My car drain was 1/2 inch vs the 1/4. It has been about a month so far no new issues. I am not mechanically inclined, so it took me about 4 hours total time to complete it.
I’m glad it helped man! Yeah getting it over the hump without it sagging was difficult. Need to be sure it has a downhill slow the whole way.
Just finished this job. Exactly how he said. Cost me about 10 bucks. 6 for 10ft tubing. The rest for fittings at Home Depot.. got it done in about 30 mins. Cool project. Thanks again.
Bro. You saved me 300-400. Got all the parts from my job and got to work as soon as I got home. 🙏🙏
Thank you, thank you, thank you! This was extremely helpful and saved me the $2,600 the dealer quoted me to fix the sunroof drainage system!! You are a life saver!
$2600 wut the actual f*ck. 🤯
I did the straw method probably a year ago now, no leaks but the headache it gave me fixing…I now want 20K for my G. 🤣🤣🤣Nice work, good thought process, nice execution.
Thanks for this link I have been looking for a solution for this problem this is the second time I’ve experienced this problem. The first time the dealer fixed it and kept my car for 2 weeks. They damaged my dashboard and had to replace it. I followed your directions and it works perfect. Thank you so much.
2008 G35 Sport Sedan. My son and I just completed this repair. The hardest part was on the passenger side. Routing the tubing through the dash from the A-pillars. It would only go about a foot or less and then stop. Since we could not get it to go further, we had to remove the glovebox and the support behind it. Removal was super simple and afforded us a much better access and view to route the tubing from the A-pillar and behind the dash to the firewall and ultimately to the passenger footwell. We did both sides, passenger and driver even though the only side that was leaking was the passenger, it was only a matter of time for the driver side to fail - the driver side was much simpler to route the tubing through the dash under the steering wheel shaft and over the top of the pedals - easily zip tied to keep the tube clear of the pedals and maintain drain slope. Huge kudos to you for sharing this video and showing that it can be done.
I tried the other method 2 years ago on multiple times and it still leaked and I had my car covered with tarp when it rained and I never thought there would be a fix… well this took me an hour last night and took it to car wash first thing this morning and boom! No leaks! It’s fixed! I can’t thank you enough! Your a genius!!!
Did you do anything to the drain plugs on fire wall after you re routed the drain hoses to the foot rest? or did you leave the alone and had no more water leaking issues?
Thank you for posting this video. Got the materials today for 44 bucks at Lowe’s. Feed the tube through the crevices was the hardest part but all In all very simple. Appreciate it this ingenious permanent fix brother. God bless!
whats everything u bought
I have the same problem with my 2010 Infiniti FX35. My carpet were soaked like yours. I did extensive research on this and found that the cause of the problem is the drain plugs that terminate in the firewall. I watched a lot of videos of people trying to replace those, or modify their existing plugs by taking out the baffle and putting in a metal straw. This seemed extremely difficult and beyond my skill set.
I didn't want to pay $1500 for the dealer to replace the drain plugs only to have it happen again so I decided I would do it myself. When I pulled the carpet up I saw the AC drain in the floorboard and thought that I might be able to use that. I searched on RUclips to see if anyone else had the same thought and found your video. We must think alike.
I'm good at troubleshooting and coming up with solutions, but not so good at executing the solution so I am glad that you posted this video to show me how it's done. I am going to attempt it in the next few days as soon as I source the parts. This seems like the best fix for this solution.
What I am really surprised at is how come there isn't a recall for this problem since it happens to EVERYONE at some point. It's not just wet carpets you have to deal with either. I have read horror stories about people who have had electrical problems from the water ruining their ECMs and other electronics. I love Infiniti but I will never buy another one with a sunroof.
So glad to hear that this video helped you! Let me know how it goes!!!!
@@importlogic I just did my passenger side using your technique and it worked well. I really appreciate people like yourself that share your knowledge because without it, I wouldn't have been able to fix it. I sent you a $ tip, it's not much but I just wanted you to know I appreciate your help. I've never tipped anyone on the internet before and I never pay for content.
@@JubeProductions WOW! Thank you 🙏 that is appreciated more than you know!!!
@@JubeProductionsmay ask this just happened to me I tried thw other way still leek so I will try tube method, where can I get the parts from
@@CASHOUTbam I fixed my problem by just running the drain to the main drain plug on floorboard in cabin. I ordered some tube and connectors from Amazon. I used zip ties to connect the tubes.
I'm not too handy with car repairs, but this was pretty easy. You just have to be careful taking the interior apart to get to the lines.
Can't wait to try this. Had this issue "fixed" approx 8yrs ago by Infiniti. Thank you so much for sharing!
I am about to try this as soon as Amazon delivers the parts. How long did it take? have you had any issues since then?
Just did this today on my 13’ g37, doing the fix this way honestly not as extensive as it seems, overall took me about an hour to do, and spent about 20$ on supplies. Very happy with the outcome thanks bro for making this video
That’s awesome man! Glad this was able to help so many people!
Your technique is ingenious. You've made my life so much better. I have a 2008 G35 sedan with that sunroof issue. I took the dashboard out to fix it what pain in the a** it was. It work fine after a couple of rain storm. I was devastated when it leaked again after a mild rain. That was two years ago. Btw that white G37 sedan is awesome.
Thanks! And I’m glad my video was helpful. I will be making lots of VQ platform repair videos on the future.
Just finished the job and it went well. I carefully routed the hoses to avoid interference with any moving items. I decided to bring each drain hose to the A/C drain separately. By the way, on my 2012 G37X Sedan, the A/C drain hose is 1/2 inch. I bought two 1/2 x 3/8 x 1/2 barbed Ts and it worked great. I took a photo of the tie in but don't think I can upload one here. Thanks again for the idea and video.
Where did you find a 1/2 x 3/8 x 1/2 tee?
@@nathanautry6718 Menards
Hey boss I have the same issue with my G, and its also the same year and model as yours, can you possibly send me a picture of the tie in you mentioned? Part of the reason also I need the picture is because I need to find the ac drain, my 1st car fix haha.
@@alexisvelazquez3509 I can't figure out how to post a picture here. If you have an email, I am happy to email the photo of the tie in as I did it. If you pull the carpet up in front of the passenger seat (4:08 om in the video) you will see the drain going through the floor. Rather than tie the two drain hoses from the sun roof together before they tied into the A/C drain as he did at 7:40 in the video, I cut the A/C drain in two places. The first being about 4 inches before it went down through the floor, then at another 4 inches from that spot. At these two points I put in a T fitting, as I mentioned about I had to by two 1/2 x 3/8 x 1/2 barbed Ts which worked great. I used small zip ties to secure the connections and it worked. Good Luck.
Same with my 2012! I just used the same same tee just tightened it really good and put a zip tie behind each side no problems. 😅
I'm doing this tomorrow! Gonna make a vid on it! Dude, you just saved me so much headache. It rained on my g37 a ton today and I was getting in the car to leave and noticed at least an inch and a half of water in the passenger floorboard. I ended up putting a tarp over the car temporarily. Thank you, man!! Hope this fixes my issue!
Huge Thank you! I did this to my son’s 2014 Infinity Q60. Quickly poured 2 cups of water on both sides and receive the same amount to the floor. Great solution versus straw trick… thank you!
Dude! You’re a gentleman and a scholar. Ty for taking the time to make and post this! 🙏🏽
Gentleman and a Mechanic is a better compliment. lol Well done, sir.
my bcm got wet from the carpet getting damp from a leak, ripped out the carpet and it’s leaking right next to the seal on the firewall. just ordered the parts for $30, i’ll update when i’m done with this. seems so smart bro never would’ve thought about completely bypassing the original hose
Yessir! Sometimes the best way to fix a problem is to not fix it at all and try it from a different angle. Glad this video helped you!
Man this is going to save me some money, almost has someone work on my sunroof thinking that was the problem. HUGE THANKS.
Thank you so much for making this! It happened to my 2013 a couple days ago. I just did it today and it works perfectly! Way better than fixing the OEM setup just for the same issue to come back. Thank you again, you are a scholar and a gentleman.
Many thanks brother. After watching your video for about the 7th time, I eventually gained the confidence to solve my M35 sunroof leakage problem myself.
The M35 (2009) is a little different than yours, though. First, I notice there was no space for an extra hose beside the factory one. So, I had to pull out the factory one entirely. Then I ran my new hose into the same hole, but it didn't come out in the cabin. Instead, it came out outside (in the hood). I was then able to find a hole through which I passed the hose all the way to the back of the tire (for the driver side). I did the same thing for the passenger side.
The driver side is relatively easier. The passenger side, on the other hand, was really tough. I spend approximately three hours on this job, and about two hours of this whole time was spent on the passenger side. This is because I tried passing the hose through a hole underneath the battery tray (close to the IPDM). This proved impossible. I eventually had to pass the hose beside the battery and all the way to the front. That way, I was able to get it out somewhere close to the tire.
In essence, my sunroof leakage has been fixed, and I have no fear of rain anymore, all thanks to your video, and a few others I watched.
Worthy of note: this work on my 2009 M35 had absolutely nothing to do with the cabin, except for pulling out the A-pillar. I also did not use the T, since I didn't need to connect my hoses to the AC drainage hose. All I used for this job were the hose (about 15ft), two two-way connectors, and some zip locks.
The most perfect solution is here. There may be a cost involved in purchasing miscellaneous items, but it is definitely the easiest method. Thank you for always good information.
Saw this video earlier today from a Facebook comment, watched through and a couple hours later I went to Home Depot, got the 3/8 line, 3/8 barb splicers and the 3/8 barbed tees and some hose clamps it was about $40! Got it done in about an hour. Such an easy fix, better then the stupid straw/ drain method. The driver side I had a little bit of a harder time cause I had to put the tube behind the steering column, which caused it to travel up slightly so water doesn’t get pushed through as good, but it still works great. Thank you !!!
I’m glad it helped you man! So I ran mine below the steering column with some zip ties to be sure I had a constant downhill slope. Still works great! The straw method is cool but man it’s a pain….. this is much much better!
Is this the same on a 08 g35
Is it the same size hose on a 08 g35
Thanks so much for sharing this! I made the fix two days ago, went to the car wash yesterday and the carpets are bone dry 24hrs later. I used clear hose so I can monitor debris build-up.
Looking back I think that’s what I should have done. But I new for a fact that vacuum line would last forever. I’ve seen some clear tubing get hard and brittle but considering it’s only water and no fuel, oil or chemicals it would probably be just fine. Glad you liked the video and that it was helpful!
Thank you so much for this info... Just discovered that my G37 is leaking... Windows all fogged up showing the typical signs of moisture penetration. Now I know how to tackle it as a result of your video. Blessings!
Dude, add me to the list of the grateful G owners! I am not handy at all and was nervous as heck about doing this but I managed to get it done in about an hour! I had a difficult time fishing the new tube behind the dash so I removed the air vent and was able to do it that way. I didn’t have time to test it but fingers crossed I have a dry G this week as we are expecting a bunch of rain. Thanks again!
So happy I helped so many people!
Just finished this! Biggest issue was running the hose on the passenger side. I ended up taking out the glove box…piece of cake after that! I couldn’t find 3/8 x 1/2 t’s so I used the 3/8 and zip tied the AC hose. Thanks a ton!
just did it on my '09 sedan. thx for clear walkthrough!, I only did the driver side since carpet was only wet there, looking forward to test it under heavy rain
Thank you! 08 g35x. Saved me hundreds.
$25 in parts..
Used clear tubes, only ones available.
and 2 t barb connectors at the ac hose,
like someone suggested. Took an hour and forty five. So far no interior leaks, after testing.
Took me 6 days to make it work
So glad I came across this fix.
Off to buy some 10-12ft of 3/8 tubing, 2 tee’s, and 2 barbed fittings.
This is gonna save me some headache for a 100% better fix compared to some others I’ve seen.
Thank you for making this video 👌🏼
what size t tube for AC to Sunroof drain connection ?
@@JiggyManRich1/2 x 3/8 x 1/2
Did you end up buying 10 or 15 ft?
@@trav5425 like 100% ? I’m going to go buy it rn
Just did this, tested it for leaks and so far so good. Hopefully it holds up but I’m glad I’m not getting water on my bcm anymore. It got really soaked after a few rainy days and my car started acting crazy. Luckily I was able to clean the bcm and save it.
This is no joke. I have a 2013 G37 and I had the sunroof drain tube replaced by the dealer about 5-6 years ago, it was something around $700-$800, mostly in labor…and it does still leak if it rains heavy enough.
I'll be doing this, this weekend. Noticed water coming in after the car wash. Seems way easier than the other solutions. I'll keep updated after I don't myself.
THANK YOU!! Just did this on my 2013 g37 today and it works perfectly! Great instructions, really appreciate the video!
do you have any water building up in the tube or did you have the hose go perfectly down hill on both sides?
@@diegobarragan7898 There is maybe an inch or so of water buildup in the hose coming from the drivers side right where it hits the T joint because I didn't get it perfectly downhill, but I haven't seen it build up anymore than that.
I also used clear tubing because that's all i could find, but it's nice to be able to see where it's working and where it's not.
Man thanks for the step by step guide on this this fix. My son just spent 3k to replace his BCM because of this leak and we wanted to make sure it wouldn't happen again. This was the perfect solution. We did it in about 2 hours and we are far from being mechanics. Anyway thanks again. Keep up the good work.
Just finished doing this in 38 degree weather and it works. Thanks A lot !!!!
Total lifesaver !!! I ended up pulling the headliner off a bit to expose the 2 drain locations. Added new hoses to both sides. Ran it to the ac condenser drain plug under the carpet. 👍🏻 spent $29.99 at Menards (W)
Have you had anymore water leaks after fixing this way? i still wonder if tthe plugs on fire wall would still cause water to leak some how? if you could reply would mean tons! Thanks.
I've had my 13 g37x for 5 yrs now and this shit started last week🤦🏻. Kick ass video bud 🤘🏻
jjwalker2011 I just got my G37 Sport RWD sedan does it really work?
@@DavidSantos-f5q
Get in there & double check your tubing size before buying it. Mine ended up having 1/2" as the stock tubing. I bought 3/8th tubing but I still managed to get it to work. Took me a solid 3hrs but I went slow not trying to break any of the plastics. Days later we had a massive storm & both sides were dry. Also making sure you get rubber tubing not PVC. I went cheap & wasn't paying attention while shopping.
@@jjwalker2011 ohhh ok I'm doing it tomorrow because my car had water 💦 inside driver and passenger side it was I guess I had water the rear seat's cover in water when I went to a full onto full stop and my Jordans shoes 😭👟got all wet I had least 10 inch of water 💦 splash on my shoes I live in Miami it's always raining over here when I drive my G37 I just got the car over 2 weeks ago the guy didn't tell me about the car he was I had 2000 Nissan maxima before I got rid of it 😕than I gotten a 2001 Acura CL type S with 159,000 miles dealership scammed me
transmission blew up they wanted to fix my transmission last year for $1,800 for a rebuilt transmission it had a warranty it only lasted 7 months for 1 year now they wanted $4,500 and I said No thanks so I looked at Facebook marketplace so I bought this beautiful black pearl 2013 G37 Sport sedan RWD 7 speed automatic been in accident 4 times yeah it's a rebuilt title LoL 🤣 it only has 109,000 miles I bought it for $3,600
@@jjwalker2011 what type brass you bought the same one as video
@DavidSantos-f5q
Nah I screwed up & bought off Amazon so mine is completely different setup. But yes Lowes has those fittings but with plastic ones, should work just as good as brass ones but cheaper.
Pull your pillar framing, my existing pipes wear clear & 1/2 not 3/8ths. I could see my right side still full of water. Hopefully this is your issue.
Lowes has everything you need, but for check you existing pipes for size & just go from there.
Short and simple, not a lot of BS. Excellent video 👍👍
he really gets to the point. SO many videos have unnecessary information its tiresome. I've watched 30 minute videos that could be cut to 8 mins.
Bcm got fried due to this. Comprehensive coverage only cover replacing the bcm, key reprogramming and clean/drying up the carpet. Sunroof was classified as normal wear. They wanted over 2 grand to fix. So thank you for this video.
What was your symptoms of your bcm getting fried?
@dustinvq37 My car would not cut on at all. Even after trying to jumpstart it with two fully charged jump boxes. Thinking that it was the starter, I replaced it, but all that did was made more confusion as the car this time would not turn off without completely removing the positive terminal and circuits. After finding the water under the rug and getting obd checked. A crapload of codes thrown relating to electrical issues. Mind you, battery, alternator, even my original starter were all good. The bcm was just on the fritz from all the moisture. We have had not only bad floods in my city due to the rain and clogged sewer drains, but we also just got hit with snow. Just got my car back today from infiniti, new bcm. Running great and firing right up even faster than before. However, I still need to treat the leak to avoid ever having this happen again.
Keep in mind, fellas, if you go through your comprehensive coverage, they will also cover the diagnostic fee. If you find water intrusion under your carpet, the best bet is to utilize your insurance for the moisture if it caused an electrical issue that your premium will cover.
Thanks so much for this video! The Mrs. was panicking when I first pulled apart the dash to try and remedy the clogged drains. This is hands down a better way to go about fixing this issue without having to get to the firewall.
Your very welcome! I can’t take all the credit, but it’s definitely a way better repair. People replace the fire wall seals and they leak after a few days anyway! Thanks for watching 🙏
Hi,
I did this to my moms 2011 Infiniti G25x, got everything (3/8 tees & 3/8 brass barb). I had to order from Amazon 3/8 x 1/2 x 3/8 Tee because it wouldn’t connect to the a/c condenser line. It’s a perfect fit now. Thank you so much for this video helped out a lot!!!!
Hi, any chance you might have a link to the 3/8 x 1/2 x 3/8 tee you bought? Would really appreciate it, thanks!
@@coreyos1231 it won’t let me post it on here lmk where I can send the link to you
Lmk where I can send the link. It won’t work on here
Thank you for making this video. It saved me a considerable amount of money and headache. It actually turned out to be a fun weekend project for my father and me to take on. I never comment on videos but wanted to leave you a thank you.
can u tell me everything u bought and used for this fix?
Your a real G! Just didnt cross my mind to modify them instead of fixing them back the same way.
That’s man! I can’t take all the credit! I got it from another RUclipsr but I can’t remember his name :(
I did my drivers side this past weekend and plan to do the passenger this coming weekend. Had a small issue with the ac hose fitting 3/8 or 1/2 so I had to use a ton of sealant and 3 zip ties. I plan to make it better this coming weekend but I tested it and it worked.
What did you use for sealant? I ended up going through a 3/8 to 1/2 adapter and then 1/2x1/2x1/2 tee. Tried zip ties then stainless hose clamps, but i still have leak. At least I transferred leak from driver side to passenger side, but I know it's my repair that's leaking. This is for 2013 with the larger diameter (and thinner wall) condensate line. Thin wall tubing and barbed fittings not the best match.
I grabbed some plumber sealant from the local general store. Used a lot of it
@@ctrlzyx2
Been through this twice with two Gs. Second one did wreak havoc with the electrical but didn't get anything. Will save this vid for when this happens again, because it will!
I followed these instructions to a T and it went perfectly. I thank you very much for your awesome video!
You are welcome! I’m happy it has helped so many people!
Hey man I just want to see if I can get a list of the things you bought?
I was seriously considering getting rid of my car due to several frustrating issues. In the winter, condensation would cause the windshield to ice over, and as it started to melt, my dashboard would get soaked. The fogging was relentless, and both the driver and passenger floors would become soaked-just like in the video. Water even spread behind the seats. (If you're tackling this issue, make sure to pull up the carpet and floorboard to remove any trapped water and dry the carpet properly.) To make matters worse, there was that awful mildew smell. (A few moisture absorber packs in the car can really help with this.) On top of all that, I was dealing with the "Shift to Park" warning that would pop up after it rained, followed by an annoying sound. I'd have to unplug and reconnect the battery for at least three days just to stop the error. I was done with my car, but thanks to this fix, everything has been resolved for six months now. This solution has truly been a game-changer! A huge thanks!
Genius bro I got a q60 and a g37 and I got both of them with this issue. You are super genious. And a fraction of the hassle and time
Litterly the best video creator in the game most detailed and quickest explanation bro come live with me 😂
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Genius! I had to permanently fix mine the other day but all I did was shove some rubber tubing roughly the same size in diameter as the oem plug in the drain hole then fed the sunroof drain tube down that. wish I would have thought of this but no way I'm going through the headache of ripping it out again
Thank you for sharing this genius method. My 2012 G37 just leaked for the 1st time. I merged the left and right together close to the ac line, then used a 3/8 to 1/2 adapter before I connected them to the 1/2 ac line.
Found this video right after my car got flooded best method out there
Thank you very much. I just did this today to my G35 and problem solved. Way better than doing the other way and have it leak again.
Just finished this repair thank you so much! The AC line is 1/2 inch so needed to use a 1/2x1/2x1/2 tee for that one and squeezed the 3/8 line on to that tee since the store didn’t have a 1/2x1/2x3/8. Had to use a couple of slightly different routes down from the A pillar because the hole was too small in my car (2012 g37x)
Did this around 2 months ago after seeing this video and it has been perfect ever since🤘thanks for the vid!
I did the straw method about a year ago. I was going to go to car show today actually, but I got in car, and knew instantly it was leaking. :( I will be doing this method next, thx for sharing!. My awd stopped working also. I'm going to be cleaning all the grounds with a wire brush, since it got wet.
Just did the job today. My 2012 G37xs sedan had 1/2 in line for the ac hose. :( I put the 3/8 tee on there for now, clamped tight. Figured this comment might help someone
Best method I’ve ever seen….will be doing this since my bcm wants to act up due to heavy rain
I can’t thank you enough for this video! A much better solution than trying to replace and/or fix the grommets via the straw solution. Let me know if you’re ever in the Vancouver area, I owe you a steak dinner and many, many beers! 😂
Thank you 🙏 this weighs a lot easier than trying to unplug the piece from the firewall and then make the repair. Definitely is easier less stress. Thank you.
Very useful information. Just used your video to do a similar fix to my 2017 QX50. The sunroof leak was driving me insane!
So I just did this. Thanks for putting this up. I was about to shake down my bud for a loooong pair of pliers then wondered if anyone rerouted it instead. Boom. $45 later I’m in the game.
That’s awesome man! The oem drains are garbage!
@@importlogic indeed.
I’ve noticed my driver side carpet wet 4 days ago after it rained 🥴, I jumped on RUclips and came across your vid. I just got finished today 11/29/22 took me about an hour and a half because of the driver side was so tight but all good now Thanks for your vid 🤙🏾
Going to be attempting the fix today I’ll hopefully reply back with only good things to say! Glad you’re helping everyone including me!
Went smoothly, thought it would be much harder! Can’t wait for it to pour to really put it to the test but water flows thru to the ac drain no problem! Absolute legend for posting this otherwise I’d be looking at vids of the firewall and dash removal bs!!!
I’m glad this helped! I tested mine with a water hose and it seemed to work fine!
Big thanks to Import Logic for this video. I had previously replaced the passenger side plug in the firewall - a miracle that I got the plug through the sound insulation and into the wall. Didn't want to do that again so I followed this approach for the drivers side. Bought 1/2" OD 3/8" ID clear vinyl tubing at Lowes (US hardware store), along with a 3/8" - 3/8" barbed junction that I attached with zip ties in the A pillar and a 3/8x3/8x3/8 T. Because the AC line is slightly larger, I used small hose clamps all around at the T. I also zip tied the tube above the accelerator to ensure no interference. I couldn't get the entire tube to go downhill to the AC condenser, so there is a little water pooling in the tube below the steering column. I wish I had bought black tubing to make this less obvious. Installed yesterday and so far so good!
Life saver !!! My 2009 fx35 leaking bad. This solved my problem thanks 👍🏻
This worked very well. Thank you sir! Only issue I came a cross was during the water test I did before installing the panels by windshield. I had water leak through where I made the connection from existing hose to new hose. I changed from zip ties to the clamps and no leaks after that. Couldn't tighten zip ties more than I already had them! Other that no problems! Thanks again.
Just got done doing this to my G thanks for making this video! Was so tired of smelling that nasty wet musty smell!
You are very welcome! I'm glad this video is helping so many people!
Great video. I independently arrived at this exact fix on my passenger side several years ago and am now faced with extending it to the drivers side. :)
My husband just got done doing this on his 07 g35 sedan. Only problem was that the AC drain hose was 1/2 not 3/8. If this is the case make sure to get a 1/2 x 3/8 x 1/2 t barb fitting so it’ll fit into the new hose. He had to run around trying different stores looking for the exact fitting. Amazon also has it if you can’t find it in store. Other than that, thank you for this helpful video!
I Appreciate you a whole lot bro I had some water filling both my driver and passenger😓Got this done in a hour an a half and it’s good to go!!
Before going through all this try taking some weedeater line and showing it through the drain line. I did that and I took an air compressor and some rubber tubing and sprayed 100+ psi directly into the line. Between these two things, something worked. It might not be a long term fix, but I’m trying to avoid pulling apart my dash at all costs.
Our 2012 G37 leaks, so I did this repair sans the ac line connect. Only gets wet in hard rain now, but still not perfect. Video posted of the work done.
IM MORE OF A CUSTOM GUY MYSELF.. THANKS FOR THIS. GREAT JOB
I have a 2014 q50 and this worked for me perfect!!! Thanks so much for making this video!!!
Wow bro I have the same problem and whenever it rains hard my carpet on the driver side is always soaked. Great video 👍
I was planning on using the straw method but this seems much more efficient. I washed my G37 recently and had an inch of water on the passenger floor. AWESOME video brother. I'll be doing this, this weekend
i also washed my g and water got inside and messed up my Bcm
Very helpful. Did this today and followed your common sense instructions. Made it a lot easier. Thank you.
thanks you today i did my g37 sedan now time for the real test 😊😊😊😊
Well did it today on my 2012 g37 sport sedan. Only hiccup? The a/c hose is bigger than 3/8, so it swallowed the 3/8 brass T fitting. Luckily I had already bought a 3/8 plastic barbed T fitting and believe it or not, I couldn't get it onto the 3/8 hose I bought, but it fit onto the a/c drain hose like a glove. It's fixing to storm here in central florida now, so we will see how it all worked out. Wish me luck!!
I think it's 0.5" OD and 3/8" ID hose.
So what size do I buy for the last T to connect the 2 hoses to the ac drain?
I’ve noticed my carpet wet 4 days ago 🥴, I jumped on RUclips and came across your vid. I just got finished today 11/29/22 took me about an hour and a half because of the driver side was so tight but all good now Thanks for your vid 🤙🏾
Fixed today cost me 3 hrs, im just too old to finish this work😢. But happy and moch obliged.
Samyao641 it took me like 6 days to do the job right
I was wondering why I didn't see any videos on snaking the drain hole first. Now I know why. I have a leak on the front passenger side only. Confirmed it wasn't draining from underneath the car. Then I snaked it with a brush tip wire and degreaser all the way down to the firewall and followed with hot water. It started draining great so I assumed I got lucky. No, although it's draining outside car it still also leaking inside as well. I guess it's safe to assume the hose leading to the firewall plastic cap seal is shot?
So sick got mine done today in 2 hours and 50$ haha appreciate the video!
I appreciate the info it helped me out a lot, I spent too much time trying to remove the drain the clean it and this was a much better idea to solve it ❤
I did mine by just cutting the existing hose on the Pilar. Adding barb fitting with hose and taking out the existing fitting in firewall and just going straight with the hose into the firewall. You will need long pliers. Harbor freight has cheap ones for $10.
This was my idea as well. How has it held up? How far into the firewall did you run the hose?
My m37 has no leakage now. if my car has leakage I will do that.Great idea.Thank you