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stymied
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Sep 20, 2008, 8:55 AM
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I have a 2001 Mitsubishi Galant. Several times in the last two years I've found the driver's side carpet soaked with what appears to be water (no smell, no color). A similar problem on a second vehicle was solved by cleaning out the drain tubes beneath the fresh air intake at the top of the hood. Unfortunately, there doesn't seem to be an obvious drain from the air intake well on the Mitsubishi. My local mechanics couldn't find one and I've looked everywhere. My local Mitsubishi dealer went out of business and the other dealerships won't answer my e-mails. Anyone have any suggestions? Thanks.
Stymied
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Double J
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Sep 20, 2008, 11:44 AM
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There are 2 Technical Service Bulletins ( TSB's) that address this on the Mitsu's...
First one is TSB 04-55-008..Here is an excerpt.....
PURPOSE
Debris (such as leaves, etc.) entering the front cowl area may clog the evaporator housing drain tube. If this occurs, the evaporator housing may fill up with condensation and overflow into the passenger compartment, and into the blower motor through the cooling tube. To eliminate this condition, clean the debris from the tube and the case, then install a blower motor housing filter as described in this bulletin.
Second one is TSB 02-55-006..Here is an excerpt.....
SUBJECT:
A/C WATER LEAKAGE AT EVAPORATOR DRAIN TUBE OPENING
PURPOSE
Customers may complain of A/C water leakage onto the driver side floor. The leakage may be more noticeable after the air conditioner or front defogger has been operated.
This condition may be caused by drain tube blockage, or the heater unit not being properly sealed to the bulkhead. The bulkhead silencer pad may be positioned between the evaporator foam pad and the firewall, causing an improper seal. This could cause the evaporator drain tube foam to become deformed and allow water to drain onto the floor.
To eliminate this condition, first check for drain tube blockage. If no blockage is found, install a new evaporator foam pad as described in this bulletin. Also, inspect the heater assembly for cracks or other damage that could cause leakage. If cracks or other damage are observed, replace the heater assembly.
AFFECTED VEHICLES
1999-2002 Galants built before 9/21/01
Your mechanics should have access to TSB's and can get the repair procedures....
Let us know how you make out
Jim
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stymied
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Sep 20, 2008, 6:21 PM
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Thank you, Jim N. I'll take the two service bulletins you sent to my mechanic first thing Monday morning. Much appreciated.
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