AC Drain Line

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Discussion Starter · Dec 13, 2006

My mom just bought a Nitro and water is leaking into the passenger side floor board. There is so much condensation built up in the AC ducts that water comes out of the defrost vent on the dash. I took down the cover from under the dash and water spilled into the floor. Condesation was all over the ducts and you could actually see the water line on the outside of one of the ducts. At first I didn't understand what was going on but I realized that no water was dripping on to the driveway as it sat parked. That tells me that the AC drain line is clogged or crimped. I googled this problem and saw that one other person had this problem. My mom will do the same thing he did tomorrow and take it back to the dealer to get it fixed. Man...less than 250 miles and it already has problems. I hope the Nitro proves to be a good vehicle for her. Anybody else have this problem?

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DAYLEY/CHALLENGER

· #2 · Dec 13, 2006

When we bought in October we really haven't had the opportunity to use the air much. Have to remember to keep an eye on this when summer rolls around. Thanks for the tip. David And Welcome to the site.

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NitroWill

· #3 · Dec 13, 2006

I have used the air a good bit being in Texas...havent had the smallest signs of this problem..its probably a small occurence - havent even seen a TSB for this (yet)..but they should get it resolved and it should be smooth sailing from there

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jaerho-nitro

· #4 · Dec 13, 2006

Welcome to the forum and by the number of positive post I would say you will be happy with this vehicle. Sometimes it is just the luck of the draw and you can have an issue. But keep us posted on your progress and I am sure if you have questions we can try and help

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danpfay99

· #5 · Dec 13, 2006

Welcome to the site, Hope they fix your problem quick, Don't forget to make them dry the int. well after the fix.While they are doing that you can take some pics & post them.

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gABE

· #6 · Dec 13, 2006

NitroWill said:
I have used the air a good bit being in Texas...havent had the smallest signs of this problem..its probably a small occurence - havent even seen a TSB for this (yet)..but they should get it resolved and it should be smooth sailing from there

:iagree:

I've used the A/C as well and haven't had a problem, hope everything works out for your mom and her Nitro!

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NitroON20s

· #7 · Dec 13, 2006

NitroWill said:
I have used the air a good bit being in Texas...havent had the smallest signs of this problem..its probably a small occurence - havent even seen a TSB for this (yet)..but they should get it resolved and it should be smooth sailing from there

I to am from texas, and be glad it is the ac building up and not a transmission problem, not that i have had one of those either....good luck:Banana01:

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Discussion Starter · #8 · Dec 13, 2006

UPDATE: My mom's Nitro is fixed. The service department told her that the plug was not removed when the vehicle was built which caused about 3 gallons of water to build up in the system. They drained it and let it run for a while to make sure everything was OK. I'm glad it was an easy fix and more importantly I'm glad i was right!

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NitroWill

· #9 · Dec 13, 2006

Good to hear..these little flaws are common on first year/new design vehicles..Best thing we can do is just get them cleared up in the beginning and enjoy it for many years to come

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danpfay99

· #10 · Dec 14, 2006

That was good news,glad is was a simple fix.

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Nitro Mark

· #11 · Jan 6, 2007

Mine has the same issue!

Mine is getting wet in the same spot. I called the dealer and he reluctantly admitted that this is an ongoing problem. I will tale mone on monday to see if they can take care of it.
Mark

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Howdyj9

· #12 · Aug 30, 2020

TorchRedXCVI said:
UPDATE: My mom's Nitro is fixed. The service department told her that the plug was not removed when the vehicle was built which caused about 3 gallons of water to build up in the system. They drained it and let it run for a while to make sure everything was OK. I'm glad it was an easy fix and more importantly I'm glad i was right!

Do you know where the drain hose was located? So I can take the plug out of mine. It sounds like the exact same issue.

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Scar0

· #13 · Aug 31, 2020

Welcome to the forum @Howdyj9. When you have a chance, head over to the Newbie Section (<click this) and say "Hi".
Tell us a little about yourself and your ride.
That way we can welcome you all proper like.

No "plug" in the A/C drain. If there was you would have found out a long time ago. lol
But it is possible the drain hose is plugged with crud.
Good info on its location here.

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