Car Door Panel Vapor Barrier

It is installed between the door panel and the door.

Car door panel vapor barrier.

Whether the barrier piece is styrofoam based or a plastic sheet it will typically be glued on with a rubbery sealant. You are correct art1966. Over the course of years they can become brittle and the adhesive will break down and no longer make a good seal. When this happens you might find water puddles in the car have a constant damp smell find water stains on the lower edges of your door.

The vapor barrier keeps the odd drip from the window from splashing on the window mechanism and wetting the speakers and other electronics in the door panel but if you are getting enough water to wet the carpet there must be a blocked drain hole. It provides a degree of water protection to your inner door and is designed as a vapor barrier. The black goo that holds the vapor barrier is made by 3m. It comes in a 12 feet roll and is shipped in a 3 inch tube for protection.

This is a universal fit paper shield with a black plasticized film on one side. 645 470 door panel moisture barrier protect your interior door panels with our precut easily installed moisture barriers. It is installed between the door panel and the door. Provides water vapor protection.

One example of a coverlay oem style inner door panel. If your vehicle is newer you may encounter a fitted vapor barrier inside the door panel that will have to be removed first in order to clean window tracks. If left unchecked this moisture will work its. It provides a degree of water protection to your inner door and is designed as a vapor barrier.