BMW F10 F11 5/6/7 F Series Water Leak Rear Passenger Footwell - Yellow Grommet - *100% FIXED*
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- čas přidán 1. 04. 2020
- This video will walk you through the steps I took to replace the yellow grommet which was causing the leak in my BMW 5 Series.
BMW Part Number for the Yellow Grommet is 51719151866 - Auta a dopravní prostředky
It may be a 3 year old video but it certainly saved me a lot of time and probably money as well , thank you for posting it.
You are a legend my friend! Not only explained how to fix the issue, you also added the part number. Saved me time researching. Top man👍👍👍
Nice. Do let me know how you get on. Ask any questions if you get stuck
Don’t leave comments normally but this video fixed my car even when bmw couldn’t find the issue. I had a garage do the repair and since then I have had no further water issues. Thanks for the video.
I agree, you are a legend! Many thanks for this superb masterclass. My carpets are dry but the grommet recess was clogged with muck and the grommet looks a bit old. I'm going to fit leaf catcher mesh under the bonnet hinge cavities on both sides as the driver's side drain was blocked. BMW price today was £20.23p for the grommet. I've drilled several holes along the bottom edge of that plastic shield before re-fitting it.
Best ever video how to solve step by step this unpleasant leaking problem. Well done.
I watched the wrong video and changed the membrane in the door - Very well diagnosed - I had about 2 gallons of water in my rear footwell! Many many thanks! The membrane can be a problem too but we're talking damp patches not flooding. Many thanks you are a genius!
Glad I was able to help buddy :)
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Good video, very useful. I left the grommet in place, cleared all the debris but permanently removed the plate covering it as it promotes water collection especially if the drain pipe blocks again. The water now runs off without issue to the bottom trays where it leaks onto the floor. This is an example of over engineering by BMW which will cause blockage abd leakage.
Top video and explanation mate! Discovered my F11 2013 RHD passenger footwell sodden about a month ago. Puzzled. After a quick search came across this. Part arrived today and will attempt in the next few days. Think I’ll drill a few pilot holes in the cover. Definitely using some decent silicone as well. Can’t thank you enough for the step by step guide 🫡👍🏻☺️
Thanks for posting. Far better solution then pull back carpets. Did mine tonight just to clean out the dirt and debris. Will order the part and replace the grommet. Thanks again.
No worries. Glad it was helpful. I'm not a fan of.pulling back the carpets to be honest. Just find this method easier.
Amazing video - thanks a lot for explaining the problem in detail. Much appreciated!
Superb!!! Thanks for this!!! Very helpful and you've saved a lot of people money and stress!!! 🙂
This video is gold. Thanks for sharing!
Fantastic video - this has saved me a fortune in dealer diagnostics.
Hi John, glad it helped. Wouldn't mind a like and a subscribe. More videos to come
@@23solad sorted!
This is exactly what I need! Thank you!
Fantastic, just carried out this repair, bit of a nightmare getting the T30 bolts out, especially with thread loc, but got there in the end, shop vac the mud out also on the back of the protection plate. Thank you, BMW 730LD F02
No problem Martin. Glad you were able to sort it
My one is bit more of a pain someone most of tried before and top screw holding the cover plate in is threaded up so cant unscrew it. Plus how did you sort out the fully wet carpet as that is the problem i am going to have as mold will start if left to long.
@@giggity4670 The cover is made of plastic and doesn't do much except cause this clogging problem. If you can't get the bolt out just cut the cover round the bolt head with a Dremel or Stanley knife and tear the cover off. The other 3 bolts will hold it on. There's another video where the guy replaced the cover from inside the car by pulling it through into the car and feeding the new cover back through the hole but it's harder to clear the dirt out of the cavity.
Mate! This is super helpful. Thank you for posting this!
You are a legend, men. Saved me a lot of money
Just done mine today. Got the yellow grommit thing from bmw for £19.48. The water is flowing out of the car well now. Thanks for the video.
You welcome Albert. As a thank you, feel free to like and subscribe. Will try to add more videos related to the car
@@23solad I’ll surely do. Quick question, my leaking was coming from the driver side (o/s) of the car. Do I have to undo that part too??
@@albostu in that case, I'm not entirely sure the problem is the yellow grommet. Refer to the first 3 minutes of the video, the grommet is used to block the slot where the steering components would fit on a Left handed drive car.
Your issue may be the window card or something else if the leak is coming from drivers side
Great video, I now know where to start as I plan to do mine tomorrow my rear footwell is like a swamp 🤦🏽♂️
Thanks 👍🏼
Thats the most likely culprit. Give us a shout if stuck. Don't forget to like the video 😉
Thanks very much i will do.
I like that you have put a clip of the bung with the part number on too, if I need one atleast its easily ordered.
Brilliant mate thanks again 👍
I had the similar issue on the passenger footwell on my e38, will check out the yellow grommet.
Great video man ! You saved a lot of time and pain for the other BMW F series owners. Someone said you can reach that grommet from the pasanger wheel arch, if seal is removed.
Thanks for the kind comments. Absolutely you can definitely reach the grommet through the passenger wheel arch by removing all the padding and insulation. I just found this method a lot easier mate, besides there's a lot of padding in front and I didnt want to mess with the factory sound insulation by replacing from indoors.
Very helpful video! Thank you!
But one question, whats the point to put that black plastic cover after I change the yellow grammer ? Also I put some silicone.
@@PigwaPigwa Sound insulation.
Sound and heat insulation
Really informative, thank you
I’ve got a 2017 X1 - F48 and just noticed pooling in this same area after a lot of rain. Do you know if this step by step guide will translate the same to my car?
Thank you very much,I seldom use my 640, there has been 5 inches of water in there, I'm stripping her down today, thanks..
You are good brother, very clearly explained. Thank you for uploading the video.
Thanks a lot, how did you dry the carpets?
Fantastic video.. thank you! I have this exact problem and need to fix it. Much appreciated 🙏🏻
Let me know if you hit any issues
@@solaadebisi8892 hi, where do you live ? Could you do for me please ?
Thanks for the video this is definitely the issue im having with my bmw.. just need to find someone capeable of repairing it 😢
Hi, Thank you for making this video,
Many thanks for making and sharing this video. God Bless. 👍👍👍
Top man, just found out about this from BMW, £400 to replace grommet!!! £1,200 to replace front carpet. Thank you for the video. :-)
Might not even replace the part you took out, not sure what it does TBH.
Looks like you are going to be saving a lot of money. The power of the Internet.
You really should change the yellow grommet. Thats what let the water through in the first place
@@23solad Yes, just ordered it, £20. The original bung was completely rotten/perished at the bottom. Totally bad design, will also drill some holes in the front of the black plastic cover, engine bay side, so that it drains properly too. Will have to take out the carpet at some stage to dry, but for now, jobs a good'n.
Great Video!
Could not of done it without you
What is the actual part called?
@@Boss007mush grommet
Just picked up 2012 640d last Friday, the rear passenger floor was wet, thought from the valet. but now I know better, Dam !
Thanks bro youre a legend.
This is a great video , also the cover in front of the yellow grommet I left off as it has a seal and this helps for it to hold water in there so ditch the cover too
any issues with leaving the cover off.just took mine off , grommet was ok.think mine is the water seal in the door. But going to leave that cover off as it seems to cuase more of a problem leaving it on.
@@markdurbridge3059 mines been off over a year no issues yet mate
Nice one …my yellow grommet looked ok once I took cover off . Think it’s the door vapour seal which is fooked!!
thanks for good video
Awesome video thank you. Can you please do a follow up video to show how to lift the rear carpet?
Any reason why you want the rear carpet lifted?
Thank you for the video and the part number. I managed to open the inspection panel but could not remove the yellow grommet. Can anyone please tell me how I can remove it through the inspection panel gap?
Very clear instructions.I performed the steps just now, I am just waiting for the sealant to dry off before putting the metal cover back. My question is, why do we need the metal part. Wouldnt it be better to leave it off so that no more water will accumulate and get into the car in the future?
Just a bad design. I think drilling a spare holes in that cover is a good idea.
Think I’m going to leave the cover off.
Nice one 👍
Hi, the water came back same as before. I strongly believe the garage didn't put glue around the grommet before attaching it back. Now I am trying to access this point? How difficult is it to tale that plastic shield out?
I have a 530d 2012 touring, spotted last week rear passenger full of water. Vacced it out then next day after rain same again. Are you saying, the yellow grommet isnt sealed anymore and rain going into engine bay doesnt drain correctly and enters through the broken yellow seal? Im thinking of doing myself, just not great with diy.
Currently have this issue and the garage was unable to establish where them problem was - will check on this now.
Do check and let's know if you have any questions
Do you know if this is the same in a e92 3 series with out a sunroof
Thanks a lot, you saved me. It’s been a nightmare in the last 12 months, I tried the rear passenger door foam protection , nothing changed. I gone try this now. The question is how the water is going through the rear seat and not in the front?? It’s there a canal or something?
Thank you
do your doors leak also? (vapor barrier in door detaching itself)
How do you tell if this is the issue and. It the inner seal of the door? I’ve heard of both issues now.
hello,just wondering to know that how can i drian the water out.
Hi I’m having this exact problem and really stressing me out, how much is labour for this? (Ballpark figure)
Been there. Great video 👌
Thanks Darius 😊
hi, thanks for amazing video my question is how can u clean the drain hole there? Or this the only thing we can clean at this area? At my car i see water leaking back of my tyre under the fender at the textile cover. Im not sure if changing the grommet will help.
Is it the same for left hand drive models as well? I’ve got water on my passenger side (right side)
Hi mate, thank you for the video. How did you manage to take the old part off? No matter how I try it doesn't come out .I think there are some clips from the other side? What do you think?
im just having the same issue now in my 2007 bmw right rear passenger, when i shake that door, i feel about a gallon of water in the bottom of the door..it then leaks onto the rear floor..
Having the same problem . 2012 530 m sport. Thanks
Brilliant, thank you this is very informative will have to have a go at this. Noticed mine had a puddle in rear footwell. Took it to Sytner BMW hoping they would do as a goodwill gesture which they suggested, came back saying no due to age of the vehicle and then decided to state it will cost £2200 to replace the grommit and all the carpets!, when i asked how much without carpets replaced it went down to £900. So i asked how much for the grommit itself £16 + VAT. They had stripped the car to show me a video confirming it even after i told them it was the case but are unwilling to change a a part. Absolutely ridiculous service!
Interesting.... I wonder why they wouldn't simply just replace the grommet considering they had stripped the car down.
Quite frankly, my video gives you all you need to do it yourself.
GOAT
Could not have figured this out on my own
Mine blocked up again . I took of cover and soo much water came out. The drain pipe isnt blocked but in side of engine bay there alot of old leafs and gunk but cant get my hand down there
Thanks for the helpful video. Is there a drain on the driver’s side. I have had lots of water collecting there and can actually get my hand down inside. I just don’t know what I should be feeling for.
Dont know mate.
It might be the water vapor barrier seal if your in a left hand drive car, this issue in the video is only for right hand drive cars
Many thanks for the video, going to attempt this on my F02 730d on weekend, just a bit nervous about dropping the screws in engine bay when removing or reinserting?
You will be fine. Just take your time
Thanks for the super quick reply. I have liked and subscribed. Any other areas I need to clean other than the grommet area and white pipe (if present) once black cover removed?
@@ishaqmir2020 nothing else mate. Just those two.
I have faith in you not to drop the screws 😃
Thanks for like and subscription
@@23solad hi again, really appreciate your time here. I managed to get the black bulk head cover off and to my shock the yellow grommet did not have a black water line, this was because it was completely black! No yellow visible! Lol I’ve given the area a really good wipe down with degreaser etc, and the grommet is totally gone, the rubber has been eaten away at the edges. The problem I’m having now is I can’t get the grommet off with my fingers and no screw driver is small enough to get in that cavity to press those three clips inwards. I’m thinking a small claw shaped chisel/tool to get behind the clip, push down and then pull?
@@ishaqmir2020 you can reach it from inside the car, pull up the carpet in pasanger foot wale and you will see that yellow cap.
Is this the same for e93
Morning I discovered same problem yesterday rear near side footwell soaked. I am wondering if it is the same problem
Thanks for posting this really helpful video. I've seemingly got exactly the same issue with my 520d F11 which I plan to tackle next week. Quick question, does the fix (and part replacement) appear to have completely resolved the issue?
Hi Jules, thanks for the comment. I acan confirm that the fix has permanently resolved the issue. A few other people have also attempted and confirmed the fix.
Good luck buddy
@@23solad you legend. Great work and thanks very much for sharing!
@@julesbyeuk1 shout if you need some help. And don't forget to smash the like button 😉
How long does this typically take a garage to resolve and anyone know what sort of cost it is?
Nice 1 for that. BMW indy told me do t bother with grommet just clean it out pop it back on. One question though did you ask your kid if they dropped a drink in the footwell first I did 😂🤣
640d 2013 have exact same problem.
Hi, just want to know. Does the yellow part clip in and out or twist? Any help would be appreciated, thanks, Stuart
Hello Stuart,
The yellow part clips in and out. You will need a small flat screwdriver 🪛 to pry the old one out. The new one just clicks in
Very informative video thank you... I have the exact same problem with my 3 series but the layout under the bonnet looks different. Do you think it will be the same issue causing the problem?
For the 3 series I will start with the door area, usually its a broken vapor barrier seal. Also check the window seals for damage
@@23solad @Midlife & Restless seems like the vapor seal is intact, I've poured water against the window and it doesn't seem to be seeping out... I have a great big puddle in the passenger rear foot well just like you're describing. Thanks the reply and help
@@vas8696 do bear in mind that the water could be sipping out with time and may not gush as soon as you pour the water .
I will do some more digging for you and feed back with any tips. What's your 3 series model number?
@@23solad that makes sense, I have had to use a dry vac 3 days in a row now so whatever the problem the water has accumulated quickly. That would be fantastic thank you... I have a 2008 330 D auto
Hi mate could you do mine please how much would it cost.cheers
There may be multiple points of water entry. Sunroof, rear door vapor shield & now steering grommet. 2014 320XI, 80K. Repair or trade?
Just done mine today. What a nightmare to do .I had to drill out a bolt as it was rounded .carpet annoyed me and had to go to war with putting in the new one and taking out thr old one
Hi this is very helpgul, however, I am stuck, How did you remove the yellow grommet?
Hi Marco, the grommet is wedged in with clips. You need to use a but of force to get it out. Get underneath with a pry screwdriver or a long thing screwdriver and pry it up.
Good luck
My bmw 2012 f20 1 series has water in the rear drivers side. Not passenger. Do you think it could be the same thing?
Not so sure. Check.your window seals and door card
Hi great video and information so thanks - I have a puddle in my rear foot well :) do you know the part number for replacement grommet i cant find it
sorry ignore this just found it
@@stephenjohnson960 Thats fine. Any further issues, just ask.
Midlife & Restless all done thanks once again. I got a pry screwdriver made job lot easier I did lose the white pipe trying to clear it out but sure won’t make any difference.
Hello, i have leak problem i think its the same but i have steering wheel at left side, and leak is at passanger at right side, what remove for see yellow lid? I cant solve it :(
How long did it take to do start from finish thanks
About an hour start to finish.
Hi, thanks for making this film. I have just discovered my car has the same issue. Do you have to replace the yellow grommet or will simply sealing the old one back in be OK (after cleaning out the pipe etc)?
You have to replace the yellow grommet. The current one is damaged which is why you are experiencing leaks. Its no longer good.
@@23solad Thanks mate, that's very clear. I have just ordered one.
@@timmedcalf1357 give us a shout if you have any questions. And dont forget to like the video
@@23solad A quick update that I put in the new grommet this morning - not much fun in the cold but as it's due to rain for the next few days it felt important to sort it out. Followed your approach and only had a struggle with removing the old grommet - it was clearly perished around the edges and the foam behind it was also damp so I am very much hoping it is the root cause of my problem. I couldn't see the white plastic pipe you mentioned, but maybe as I have an F11 it isn't there?? All back together now, I just have to keep working to dry out the rear carpet!!
@@timmedcalf1357Welldone Tim!! :) Proud of you. Having done it, I bet you can see why the yellow grommet cant be reused once removed. I also struggled with removing my yellow grommet and had to use some force. At some point it felt like you could break something else. Dont worry about the white plastic pipe, even though I poked it, it wasnt blocked at all. It was simply a nice to do.
Did you manage to test it? Did Water run down the vent? If so, SORTED!! :)
How did you dry the water up from inside?
I used an absorbent large towel to absorb most of the water, I then left another towel on the mat overnight with the windows slightly open to reduce damp smells
What i dont get is all this could of been avoided if BMW just weld a piece of metal to cover it up when it was in factory as a plastic Gromit is always going to give out sooner or later might even be a good tactic they know will be a problem so people bring it in for repair it is just a money maker so people have to buy the part got to love BMW allways after your wallet.
I have a 2012 535i xdrive US(left hand steering) and the water is pooling in the same rear footwell. Do you think it's the same for this vehicle?
Not sure but dont think so as your Steering would be in the hole instead of the grommet. I would start my investigation with the window seal then the door card.
@@23solad took your advice and found that front door vapor barrier was the issue. Purchased some butyl tape and resealed it. Looks to have solved the problem. Waiting for a good rain to confirm.
@@xtravdesigns7756 thats great news. You can always sprinkle test with a hose (on low pressure) as that will give a better test than rainfall. Dont forget to like the video.
How did you manage to take old one out??? Trying to pull it out with no luck 😒
Same thing here
Please could you let me know where to change the gromeet ?
BMW dealer will charge for this is £500 .
I think you you should watch the video. It's explanatory
@@23solad Hi, just finished, I mean I done it ! Thank you for upload your VDO.
One thing, I put some silicone which we use in bathroom. I don't know work or know !
After seeing this tutorial I ended up buying the part/cap myself and asked a local garage to replace it with glue. Few weeks later I've realised the garage didn't do the job correctly as I can see the water leak issue again. Asked the garage if they used the glue and interestingly they can't remember 😭 Going to a different garage tomorrow who seems to be more reliable and they'll strip the front carpet off in order to make sure the job is done correctly. It appears that the Glue is very important to fix the issue.
Hasn the "glue" is important as It acts as a sealant and barrier.
Its like installing in a new bath and not applying silicone sealant as a barrier.
Once you remove the original yellow grommet, u break the BMW seal, hence you need to create a new seal for the new grommet.
This is the main reason its a bit difficult to remove the old seal
Good luck
Hi guys I’m having this exact issue, how much is labour (ballpark figure)
@@sajidrahman8356 i paid 30 quid fo my local garage. You can buy that cap from BM for £19 i think
In my bmw f10 water is niside rear left door .Any ideas ?
There is a separate video online for that
@@23solad Where is?
Has anyone had this problem fixed in a garage please? Do you know how much per hour they charge?
According to a previous contributor, BMW Sytner quoted £900 to replace the grommet and a quote of £2200 to replace the grommet and all the carpets.
Hope that helps.
Hilda did You sort yours at a regular garage? If so how much was it
@@sajidrahman8356 It'll be a 1.5 or 2 of hours labour and £20 for the grommet. Say £150. Quicker if they don't put the cover back on!
Why this does not affect the front passenger seat because there is no water mark or anything
Thank you!
I wonder why this isn’t on BMW recall.
Hi, do you know if it’s the same on the 7 series F01? Thanks
All the F series have that problem
Mines doing that
Have water collected up on my rear passenger side same as yours. Hope its the same easy fix as this
Most likely is. Give it a go
What sealant u use ?
Any silicone sealant will do the trick. I used the Mapei Mapesil in Anthracite colour because that was what I had at home.
Good luck
@@23solad I got a plastic weatherproof sealent
Getting done right now hope it works
@@saifiqbal2587 I have confidence in you mate..... :) go for it
@@23solad the dirt line was very high on my yellow cover just hope it fixed the issue
@@saifiqbal2587 did you remember to poke the white drain pipe? When the sealant dries do remember to test it
Has anyone a link where to buy the part
Best to buy from your local BMW dealership. Its not a job you want to do again anytime soon, so just buy the original direct from BMW. I have included the part number in the description. Good luck
Bmw Belfast told me they would have to water test the car first , just bought it form a bmw dealership in Carlisle
@@michaelodreain6230 let me guess, BMW Belfast would water test the car at a cost to you?
This is from eBay. BMW Carlisle - www.ebay.co.uk/itm/BMW-Genuine-5-6-7-Series-F10-F11-F12-F13-Steering-Column-Cover-Cap-51719151866/174550981547?hash=item28a40c9bab:g:CDoAAOSwLYdfzl8l
@@23solad yes £98+vat and wanted to keep the car for at least 3days.
Bmw won’t admit this very common problem and there’s actually 2 different leaks that can cause the rear footwell to fill with water I’ve personally had both. The other leak comes from the rear door vapour barrier leaking also very common in the f10 model nice build quality BMW 🥴
Thanks a lot, save me 500bucks from BMW dealer....and for the carpets I just leave the doors open until they get dry!
Glad I could help.
@@23solad the passenger airbag appears an issue I will wait to see if it gonna go away when everything is dry tho, thanks again.
My left door is filling up with water
It can be a pain. Do try this and see if it fixes the problem
🤦🏾♂️ horrible design
Thank you