Tailgate Water Leak

[mdizzle]

Hey guys,
I'm at a loss in finding this water leak in my 2006 LX470 tailgate area. Its at the base of the tailgate where the carpet meets the frame and pooling from the weather stripping. I've replaced the 3rd tail light and replaced the tailgate weather stripping and water is still coming in. Has anyone found any other problem areas to look for? thanks

 

[boombapslappy]

Any pics? Has it ever been in an accident?

 

[geanes]

Hey guys,
I'm at a loss in finding this water leak in my 2006 LX470 tailgate area. Its at the base of the tailgate where the carpet meets the frame and pooling from the weather stripping. I've replaced the 3rd tail light and replaced the tailgate weather stripping and water is still coming in. Has anyone found any other problem areas to look for? thanks

Check the bolts for the rear legs of the roof rack. Might need to add some RTV silicone to the threads and reassemble.

 

[mdizzle]

Any pics? Has it ever been in an accident?

May be hard to tell from photos and water has dried somewhat but this is where its pooling. Never been in wreck. Have not checked the bolts on the roof rack, however I just got up there and shook it with my hand and it did seem a bit loose. someone else mentioned the tail light plugs?

 

[Brent Trudo]

Hey guys,
I'm at a loss in finding this water leak in my 2006 LX470 tailgate area. Its at the base of the tailgate where the carpet meets the frame and pooling from the weather stripping. I've replaced the 3rd tail light and replaced the tailgate weather stripping and water is still coming in. Has anyone found any other problem areas to look for? thanks

I had the same issue on my 2000 cruiser. I ended up using 3m weather strip adhesive in the channel of the new weather strip and that solved the problem. Make sure the channel is clean and dry before applying the sealant.

 

[mdizzle]

Some new photos after doing water test. Noticed water coming in at these point on upper tailgate seal. Lifted off and placed some ultra black on frame at these points. Will see how this helps. Anyone else have this issue?