Squeaky windows after rain. - Toyota GR86, 86, FR-S and Subaru BRZ Forum & Owners Community

Tien · 10-10-2013, 03:39 AM

I just noticed after a good rainy day on Monday that my driver side window was making some light not loud squeaks when I was Rollin them up and down.
Is everyone noticing this too? And I also notice that there are some moisture around the inside of the rubber door trim too. Both sides.

Sigh-on-Rice · 10-10-2013, 05:16 AM

I had that problem. It started with squeaking noise, then the window started to pinch in the rubber seal. The rubber started to get deformed a little bit.

I got it replaced under warranty and it's fine now. But I'm wondering the passenger side might start doing it later on. If it does, I hope it does it before the warranty runs out.

FyeaFRS · 10-10-2013, 09:10 AM

I have the same problem. After rain, car wash, or a cool morning with lots of condensation, both windows squeak on the way down.

I also have my drivers side window "pinching" the weather stripping putting an ugly buckle in it.

Odd question, is there a way to disable that auto down/up when you open/close the doors? Not really a fan.

Freetime · 10-10-2013, 10:09 AM

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Originally Posted by FyeaFRS

Odd question, is there a way to disable that auto down/up when you open/close the doors? Not really a fan.

You really don't want to do that. You risk breaking the window or creating a bad seal which could let water in.

Tien · 10-10-2013, 11:13 AM

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Originally Posted by Freetime

You really don't want to do that. You risk breaking the window or creating a bad seal which could let water in.

I agree with Freetime. They design the windows to auto go up and down so that way it gets a better seal around rubber of the door frame. Can anyone back me up on this but I believe that they design the upper part of the window frameless because are they trying to save weight?

strat61caster · 10-10-2013, 12:50 PM

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Originally Posted by Tien

Can anyone back me up on this but I believe that they design the upper part of the window frameless because are they trying to save weight?

It probably has to do with the convertible version, also typical of Subaru's, notice the date on the thread below:

http://forums.vwvortex.com/showthrea...ss-windows-why

Stierzy34 · 10-11-2013, 05:33 PM

Funny. I just noticed this after I washed my car the other day. Went to roll the window down and it squeeked. Will be keeping an eye on it.

m.wood0213 · 10-11-2013, 05:47 PM

anyone figure out a solution. Some sort of lubricant to use. My seals arent pinched just annoying when it happens.

Jvalich · 10-11-2013, 06:04 PM

Here is what I was told regarding "indexing" of the windows and may apply here. The windows are indexed most likely for the same reason chevy did on the c6 corvettes. C5 vettes didn't have the windows indexed (going up a bit after closing the door) and at high speeds they would leak and not seal. Chevy "indexed" the windows on the C6 version to prevent this. It was a definite better system on my C6 vette over my friends C5 vette. My guess is that Subaru did the same for the BRZ, positive firm seal for speed and maneuvers.

Tien · 10-12-2013, 03:58 AM

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Originally Posted by Jvalich

Here is what I was told regarding "indexing" of the windows and may apply here. The windows are indexed most likely for the same reason chevy did on the c6 corvettes. C5 vettes didn't have the windows indexed (going up a bit after closing the door) and at high speeds they would leak and not seal. Chevy "indexed" the windows on the C6 version to prevent this. It was a definite better system on my C6 vette over my friends C5 vette. My guess is that Subaru did the same for the BRZ, positive firm seal for speed and maneuvers.

Very informative good to know.

Grymm86 · 10-12-2013, 08:38 PM

ive been meaning to post a video of this same problem. i have not had a problem w/ my window seals at all. ill probably end up pulling a door panel off soon and grease the tracks and pivot points. besides, the doors need some sound deadening/ insulation to get rid of bass vibrations.

boredom.is.me · 10-12-2013, 09:05 PM

I've already had my seals replaced. The new seals are just starting to it too. This may be another cricket case.

sierra · 10-12-2013, 10:14 PM

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Originally Posted by m.wood0213

anyone figure out a solution. Some sort of lubricant to use. My seals arent pinched just annoying when it happens.

Silicone is good for rubber. Great for the rear CV joint boots and all the rubber in the engine bay too.

From [ame="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Silicone_grease"]Silicone grease - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia[/ame]

Silicone grease is commonly used for lubricating and preserving rubber parts, such as O-rings. Additionally, silicone grease does not swell or soften the rubber, which can be a problem with hydrocarbon based greases.

Tien · 10-14-2013, 04:23 AM

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Originally Posted by sierra

Silicone is good for rubber. Great for the rear CV joint boots and all the rubber in the engine bay too.

From Silicone grease - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia

Silicone grease is commonly used for lubricating and preserving rubber parts, such as O-rings. Additionally, silicone grease does not swell or soften the rubber, which can be a problem with hydrocarbon based greases.

Thanks for the idea I will give this a try.

10-10-2013, 03:39 AM	#1
Tien JDM GT86 Join Date: Oct 2013 Drives: 2013 Toyota GT86 2012 Honda Inspire Location: Ohio Posts: 32 Thanks: 0 Thanked 3 Times in 3 Posts Mentioned: 2 Post(s) Tagged: 0 Thread(s)	Squeaky windows after rain. I just noticed after a good rainy day on Monday that my driver side window was making some light not loud squeaks when I was Rollin them up and down. Is everyone noticing this too? And I also notice that there are some moisture around the inside of the rubber door trim too. Both sides.

10-11-2013, 06:04 PM	#9
Jvalich Member Join Date: Jun 2013 Drives: '13 Subaru BRZ Limited Location: Florida Posts: 35 Thanks: 3 Thanked 24 Times in 13 Posts Mentioned: 4 Post(s) Tagged: 0 Thread(s)	Here is what I was told regarding "indexing" of the windows and may apply here. The windows are indexed most likely for the same reason chevy did on the c6 corvettes. C5 vettes didn't have the windows indexed (going up a bit after closing the door) and at high speeds they would leak and not seal. Chevy "indexed" the windows on the C6 version to prevent this. It was a definite better system on my C6 vette over my friends C5 vette. My guess is that Subaru did the same for the BRZ, positive firm seal for speed and maneuvers. __________________ JV White 2013 BRZ Limited auto6, Perrin LW Pulley Manga Flow CB Exhaust, Motive Master Cylinder Brace K&N filter, Meagan Racing Strut Bar, P&L Motorsports SS Brake lines

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FyeaFRS Senior Member Join Date: Sep 2013 Drives: 1992 Nissan Skyline GTS-t Type-M Location: Lancaster, PA Posts: 270 Thanks: 85 Thanked 65 Times in 42 Posts Mentioned: 2 Post(s) Tagged: 0 Thread(s)	I have the same problem. After rain, car wash, or a cool morning with lots of condensation, both windows squeak on the way down. I also have my drivers side window "pinching" the weather stripping putting an ugly buckle in it. Odd question, is there a way to disable that auto down/up when you open/close the doors? Not really a fan.

10-11-2013, 05:33 PM	#7
Stierzy34 :unamused: Join Date: Jun 2013 Drives: 2005 WRB STi "Edna" Location: Belleville, IL Posts: 227 Thanks: 144 Thanked 88 Times in 61 Posts Mentioned: 1 Post(s) Tagged: 0 Thread(s)	Funny. I just noticed this after I washed my car the other day. Went to roll the window down and it squeeked. Will be keeping an eye on it.

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