Condensation and Icing Inside of Car

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   Hi

I have a Note registered in September 2009, for the last 

few weeks I've had water coming in from both visors, it was 

in Arnold Clark today for a service today and they said 

they couldn't find anything. Does anyone know if Nissan has 

acknowledged this problem directly and what the solution 

is?

Also is this what is causing a damp smell inside the car?

Thanks for your help

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andybruce Members Profile Send Private Message Find Members Posts Add to Buddy List New Member Joined: 10 January 2011 Location: United Kingdom Status: Offline Points: 1	Post Options Post Reply Quote andybruce Report Post Thanks(0) Quote Reply Posted: 10 January 2011 at 20:10
	Hi I have a Note registered in September 2009, for the last few weeks I've had water coming in from both visors, it was in Arnold Clark today for a service today and they said they couldn't find anything. Does anyone know if Nissan has acknowledged this problem directly and what the solution is? Also is this what is causing a damp smell inside the car? Thanks for your help

Neilr65 Members Profile Send Private Message Find Members Posts Add to Buddy List New Member Joined: 29 December 2010 Status: Offline Points: 23	Post Options Post Reply Quote Neilr65 Report Post Thanks(0) Quote Reply Posted: 10 January 2011 at 20:50
	Hi, As you will see we have a discussion on this very topic. I also have a Note registered in Sept 2009 with the same problem. With regard to your queries. 1. This is a known problem which we think Nissan have been slow to acknowledge but have done so now. 2. The fix is a strip of foam in the roof area, sorry but thats as much info as I have. My car is booked in for this mod on 19th January and I will post the results on the forum. 3. The smell (like rotting fish) I believe to be dampness and until the problem is resolved or the weather gets better will remain. I've tried putting absorption crystals in my car, but it doesn't seem to be making any impact. 4. I don't know if the Arnold Clark you bought your car from is a main Nissan dealer, if he is not , it is unllikely that he will know of the modification. If he is not a Nissan dealer find your nearest one and they should carry the work out under warranty. Hope this helps, Johne on the forum has his car booked in today and it is meant to be in for a couple of days. He will put a post when he gets it back Regards Neil
	Neilr

Johne Members Profile Send Private Message Find Members Posts Add to Buddy List New Member Joined: 02 January 2011 Location: United Kingdom Status: Offline Points: 6	Post Options Post Reply Quote Johne Report Post Thanks(0) Quote Reply Posted: 11 January 2011 at 23:57
	Well the modifircation has been done? they took the roof panel out and dried the inside of the car roof, fitted the foam and then re-sealed the panel to the roof of the car now we wait and see IF this works? the garage has told me it could take 2 weeks, all depends on the amount of water in the car I had to laugh when picking the car up again the inside windows were streaming with water good job I took a towel with me I'll keep you updated on how it goes? Please let me know what your dealer says and how it works out for you guys also John.

Guests Members Profile Send Private Message Find Members Posts Add to Buddy List Guest	Post Options Post Reply Quote Guests Thanks(0) Quote Reply Posted: 12 January 2011 at 00:06
	if theres a smell in the car put a tray of carbon (bbq coal stuff) leave it over night the smell will go, silca gel is the best thing to get rid of mosture too

NeilC Members Profile Send Private Message Find Members Posts Add to Buddy List New Member Joined: 16 January 2011 Location: United Kingdom Status: Offline Points: 6	Post Options Post Reply Quote NeilC Report Post Thanks(0) Quote Reply Posted: 16 January 2011 at 23:49
	Did anyone get a result from the foam strip mod yet? I have the same trouble :-( My dealer is calling me tomorrow and I hope they will recognise the issue...
	NeilC Note Acenta 1.4, 08 plate

Johne Members Profile Send Private Message Find Members Posts Add to Buddy List New Member Joined: 02 January 2011 Location: United Kingdom Status: Offline Points: 6	Post Options Post Reply Quote Johne Report Post Thanks(0) Quote Reply Posted: 18 January 2011 at 18:40
	Well, are modification has been done now for a week now and there does seem to be some improvement But there was still ice on the inside of the windscreen this morning I'm hoping that maybe another week and the condesation well have vanished for good? The mod has helped no doubt and maybe it's just the left over water that needs to go and that will be the final word? I live in hope Keep us informed please John

Neilr65 Members Profile Send Private Message Find Members Posts Add to Buddy List New Member Joined: 29 December 2010 Status: Offline Points: 23	Post Options Post Reply Quote Neilr65 Report Post Thanks(0) Quote Reply Posted: 18 January 2011 at 20:48
	My car is booked in tomorrow, they told me it is a big job and want the car for the full day. Interesting that you still get the ice on the inside John, I take it that Nissan are saying it will take the two weeks to dry out but what if the weather gets really cold again does that mean it will take longer?. I was thinking about running a lead from my house to the car and putting a fan heater in the car for about 4 or 5 hours. Do you think that would work? Although I like the Note and it's got lots of toys, I am seriously thinking of binning it and going back to Citroen, but I'll give the mod a chance. If there is any more progress with your car let us know. Cheers Neil
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NeilC Members Profile Send Private Message Find Members Posts Add to Buddy List New Member Joined: 16 January 2011 Location: United Kingdom Status: Offline Points: 6	Post Options Post Reply Quote NeilC Report Post Thanks(0) Quote Reply Posted: 18 January 2011 at 21:01
	Well I spoke to the Nissan dealer and they didn't know anything about the mod! Their 'tech' guy apparently would know about it but seems he didn't. Might be a dumb question but is the foam strip mod an official one from Nissan do you know (as opposed to an innovative idea from your dealer) Would love to know so I can put my local dealer onto the right scent! Cheers
	NeilC Note Acenta 1.4, 08 plate

Neilr65 Members Profile Send Private Message Find Members Posts Add to Buddy List New Member Joined: 29 December 2010 Status: Offline Points: 23	Post Options Post Reply Quote Neilr65 Report Post Thanks(0) Quote Reply Posted: 18 January 2011 at 21:26
	Hi Neil, It is my understanding that this is an official mod. Why don't you get your dealer to phone Alex Noble Nissan on 0131 440 5353 as they are the dealer installing mine. I cannot see a dealer doing something off his own back as it will cost him money. I'm pretty sure it is approved and distributed by Nissan. Cheers Neil
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NeilC Members Profile Send Private Message Find Members Posts Add to Buddy List New Member Joined: 16 January 2011 Location: United Kingdom Status: Offline Points: 6	Post Options Post Reply Quote NeilC Report Post Thanks(0) Quote Reply Posted: 18 January 2011 at 23:16
	That's a great idea, and you're right I don't suppose the dealers are really going to do something that might cost them money. I'll pass the number for Alex to my dealer. Thanks a lot for your help - much appreciated. Cheers
	NeilC Note Acenta 1.4, 08 plate