[Boosted]

Not many of you guys might be able to relate to this due to the time of the year, but here in Florida we still need the A/C once in a while lol.

I've noticed that with the SS when you have the A/C running and you go WOT water literally pours out of the foot vent. This vent is right above the throttle and sends a considerable amount of water out, but only at WOT. The water only catches your right foot, and when you get out the car you can see water running down the throttle pedal. Also since I have rubber mats you can see the water puddling.

I doubt there is much to do about this besides deal with it.

 

[LT5 John]

Hey Boosted, I will have to check that tomorrow?...Never noticed that? I am east of you, in S Florida...

 

[Boosted]

For the record, my A/C setting:
60° both Zones, A/C on, Vents set to Head/Foot, and Fan Speed was around 3-4.

 

[LT5 John]

OK, I will set the same settings...And see what happens...

 

[2074]

Not many of you guys might be able to relate to this due to the time of the year, but here in Florida we still need the A/C once in a while lol.

I've noticed that with the SS when you have the A/C running and you go WOT water literally pours out of the foot vent. This vent is right above the throttle and sends a considerable amount of water out, but only at WOT. The water only catches your right foot, and when you get out the car you can see water running down the throttle pedal. Also since I have rubber mats you can see the water puddling.

I doubt there is much to do about this besides deal with it.

Please post this in the initial problem thread and give Chev cust care a heads up!

Does the throttle pedal get wet up where the electrics are???

 

[SlingShot]

It sounds like condensation, with all the rain we had a couple days a go it doesn't surprise me at all. My A/C at home has been doing the same all week, the air handler is in a utility room and sweating something terrible. I'd bet if you turned up the temp to 70-72 it would be much better, wouldn't be able to hang meat but a lot less water.

 

[Commodoreman2000]

I'd definitely give Customer care a heads up and speak to your service tech at the dealer. There should be no reason for water inside the passenger cabin unless you spill a bottle of water.

 

[Boosted]

Please post this in the initial problem thread and give Chev cust care a heads up!

Does the throttle pedal get wet up where the electrics are???

I'm sure customer care will peek into this thread because of the section it's posted in. However you bring up a good point about the electronics getting wet - that never crossed my mind.

It sounds like condensation, with all the rain we had a couple days a go it doesn't surprise me at all. My A/C at home has been doing the same all week, the air handler is in a utility room and sweating something terrible. I'd bet if you turned up the temp to 70-72 it would be much better, wouldn't be able to hang meat but a lot less water.

It is definitely condensation, it's just weird that it pours out of the vent at WOT.

I'd definitely give Customer care a heads up and speak to your service tech at the dealer. There should be no reason for water inside the passenger cabin unless you spill a bottle of water.

I don't know how I feel about the dealer romping on my car to replicate the issue lol.

 

[GTPprix]

i don't know how i feel about the dealer romping on my car to replicate the issue lol.

lol, this!

 

[lrdvadr]

Do you think that the drainage hose from the A/C condenser may be clogged or kinked?

 

[PFWiz]

Do you think that the drainage hose from the A/C condenser may be clogged or kinked?

Pretty sure that's it. Although it could be that the condenser tray is not sloped enough to drain all the water into the tube.

That would suck because it leads to very stinky bacteria build up. Don't ask me how I know this or why no one in my family will ever buy another VW....:angry:

 

[JimArneson]

I pulled out of the garage, set the climate control to 60 degrees but only seem to be getting hot air out of the vents...

-13 degrees this morning

 

[ls3ss]

This sounds somewhat similar to a problem with the 5th Gen Camaros.

Since the SS and Camaro are based on the same platform they "might" share the same issue.

Here's the info from the Camaro TSB and I hope it helps diagnosing your issue:

2010 Chevrolet Camaro | Camaro VIN F Service Manual | Document ID: 2907839
#09-01-38-003C: Moisture from Center HVAC Vent when A/C is On, Front and Back Floor Carpet Wet (Realign A/C Drain Tube) - (Sep 12, 2012)
Subject: Moisture from Center HVAC Vent when A/C is On, Front and Back Floor Carpet Wet (Realign A/C Drain Tube)

Models: 2010-2013 Chevrolet Camaro

This bulletin is being revised to add the 2013 model year. The Correction has also been updated to provide better clarification on how to access the grommet. Please discard Corporate Bulletin Number 09-01-38-003B (Section 01 – HVAC).

Condition

Some customers may comment that when they have the A/C on, they feel moisture coming from the center HVAC vent. They may also notice that the front and back floor carpet is wet.

Cause

This condition may be caused by a collapsed A/C drain grommet (example shown above), resulting in a buildup of water in the HVAC module.

Correction

Remove the A/C drain pass-thru grommet and realign the drain tube using the procedure listed below.

Note: If the carpet is wet, it must be removed and dried.

Raise and suitably support the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle in SI.
Support the transmission with a suitable transmission jack.

Remove the transmission mount bracket (support) bolts (1).
Slightly lower the transmission. This will allow access to the HVAC drain tube and grommet.

Reach above the transmission on the passenger side for automatics (shown above) or on the drivers side for manuals until you feel the HVAC drain tube and grommet.
Remove the HVAC drain tube grommet. Let any/all of the water drain out completely.

Important: Only apply a small amount of grease. Too much grease will cause another restriction in the drain tube.
Apply a small amount of grease, GM P/N 12345579 (in Canada, use 10953481) around the circumference of the HVAC drain tube and grommet (1).
Important: When installing the HVAC drain tube and grommet, make sure they are properly aligned to allow the HVAC water to drain properly.
Reinstall the same HVAC drain tube grommet. Make sure the drain tube is properly centered in the grommet.
Raise the transmission and reinstall the bracket (support) bolts.

Tighten

Tighten the bolts to 58 Y(43 lb ft).
Lower the vehicle. Let the vehicle run with the A/C on.
Perform a final inspection for the A/C and verify that the system is draining properly.
​

 

[2074]

Thanks!

Feeling this may be a lingering and reappearing issue. YUK.

Gee now I'm wondering if heater core issues are going to be cropping up like the Camaros. Not feeling removing and replacing the windshield to remove the dash to effect the replacement. Double YUK.

 

[black magic]

Does your car have a sunroof? There is a drain line that could be kinked as well. Although I would think that the water pouring on your foot is an odd location for a sunroof drain.

 

[Diehard]

This wet carpet problem could develop into a safety recall due to the potential for MOLD. Even in the vent ducts.

 

[Boosted]

Hmm, I'm curious of other SS owners have this issue or if it just me. I'll try to replicate the issue tomorrow on my way to/from work and snap a picture of the water. I definitely don't want my car to smell due to stagnant water forming mold.

Does your car have a sunroof? There is a drain line that could be kinked as well. Although I would think that the water pouring on your foot is an odd location for a sunroof drain.

I do have a sunroof, but that cannot be the source. My car has not seen inclement weather, the only water is has seen is from washing it so far. It is definitely A/C related because if I am driving around without the A/C it does not occur.

This wet carpet problem could develop into a safety recall due to the potential for MOLD. Even in the vent ducts.

Thankfully my carpet doesn't get wet because I put in plastic mats... Still waiting on some nice Weathertech ones to be released though.

 

[8ball]

Make sure you set a/c control to recirculation

 

[Boosted]

Make sure you set a/c control to recirculation

Always. I hate when recirculation is off and lets all the outside odors in the car.

 

[Chevrolet Customer Care]

Hey Boosted,

Having water in your cabin is not something I would let slide without it being checked out at the dealership. I completely understand not wanting someone else to get on it, so I can call your dealership and speak with someone for you. Please send me a PM with your full VIN, phone number, name, address, mileage and the name of your dealership. I can get a case set up for you in my system and get the ball rolling. Let me know if and when this is something you would like to do.

Thanks!

Kelly J.
Chevrolet Customer Care