Worn Driver side door seal after 6 months

[TrdProGirl84]

I have no idea how that happened to your seal. That’s nuts.

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[RunnerRocks]

Recently caught myself doing this while getting out. My left arm (against my body side) was dragging heavily against the seal as I slid out. Then I thought of this thread. Need to be more careful.

 

[NotApplicable]

Recently caught myself doing this while getting out. My left arm (against my body side) was dragging heavily against the seal as I slid out. Then I thought of this thread. Need to be more careful.

Haha, I actually have been paying close attention to whether or not I contact the door frame on entry/exit ever since this thread started.

We're all obsessives!

 

[milsuper]

Hello… long time lurker here but I have an issue now and seek advice. I got out of the car today and noticed the driver door seal was falling apart. 6 months of use. Looks like this is a contact point when the driver seat goes all the way back for exit.

Dealer wants $375 to replace. Says it’s wear and tear so warranty doesn’t cover it.

If I replace it with Toyota parts I suspect it will be the same issue in 6 months. Kind of expensive consumable part.

Has anyone else noticed wear on their door seal?

If I get the part how difficult is this to replace?

Is there a better quality aftermarket part that you’d recommend?

This is my fifth 4runner limited and never had this issue with the previous ones.

I am open for recommendations.

In addition to changing your seat setting, I would consider applying Aerospace 303 to keep the door seal slick and reduce the friction (if you're getting the door seal replaced). A good grab handle at the A pillar may be helpful, but it is what it is with current generation 4R.

 

[Gene S]

In addition to changing your seat setting, I would consider applying Aerospace 303 to keep the door seal slick and reduce the friction (if you're getting the door seal replaced). A good grab handle at the A pillar may be helpful, but it is what it is with current generation 4R.

I did not replace it yet. I found that the pocket on my jeans get caught on it when I am in a tight parking spot. I used a 4 inch piece of gorilla tape to cover that spot and it is holding well. The black tape is not noticeable.

 

[milsuper]

This A pillar grab handle is available for driver's side to assist entry/exit.
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0FL71VWRC/ref=ox_sc_act_title_1?smid=AQWV98SFAWGP3&th=1

 

[mattfuria]

I've not done this yet, but when I picked up my 4runner the sales manager suggested regularly lubing all rubber door gaskets with Vaseline. Not that it would have prevented this. Just something that had not occurred to me on previous vehicles.

 

[Nodak]

um doesnt vaseline degrade rubber type stuff ???


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• Damaged Types: Natural rubber, Neoprene, and EPDM (common in pool/plumbing seals) are often damaged by petroleum products.
• Effect: Initially, it may soften the rubber, but in the long run, it causes deterioration, weakening, and swelling.
• Safe Alternatives:
  Use silicone-based grease or red rubber grease to lubricate, protect, and condition rubber without harming it.

Exceptions: Synthetic materials like Viton (FKM) and Nitrile (NBR) have better resistance to petroleum. However, to avoid accidental damage, it is highly recommended to use silicone grease for all rubber components.

 

[127.0.0.1]

I've not done this yet, but when I picked up my 4runner the sales manager suggested regularly lubing all rubber door gaskets with Vaseline. Not that it would have prevented this. Just something that had not occurred to me on previous vehicles.

this is a bad recommendation and 107% should not be done

it will create a mess, collect all kinds of dirt and grit, degrade the seals,
and can (will) damage paint over time

if you want to put something on the door seals to protect them,
keep them from sticking or freezing... rub with beeswax on occasion

 

[milsuper]

That's the reason why I recommended Aerospace 303 in earlier post. Alternatively, you can use this (commonly used for Mercedes, BMW, Porsche, Audi....German Cars).
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B004B8GTQG/ref=ox_sc_act_title_5?smid=A3O3W48BYZTNYC&th=1

 

[mattfuria]

this is a bad recommendation and 107% should not be done

it will create a mess, collect all kinds of dirt and grit, degrade the seals,
and can (will) damage paint over time

if you want to put something on the door seals to protect them,
keep them from sticking or freezing... rub with beeswax on occasion

Yeah, doesn't seem like an area you'd want to have constantly slimy, similar to putting armorall on the steering wheel, bad idea.

I had forgotten the sales guys even mentioned it until I saw this post.
Thanks for the recommendation against.

 

[RunnerRocks]

That's the reason why I recommended Aerospace 303 in earlier post. Alternatively, you can use this (commonly used for Mercedes, BMW, Porsche, Audi....German Cars).
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B004B8GTQG/ref=ox_sc_act_title_5?smid=A3O3W48BYZTNYC&th=1

303 products work well. Used it many times on camera gear rubber grips. Looks like new again.

Note: Your link routes to a non-303 product.

 

[milsuper]

303 products work well. Used it many times on camera gear rubber grips. Looks like new again.

Note: Your link routes to a non-303 product.

Oh yes, of course,...it's another product....Nextzett Gummi Pflege Stift...German product for high end German cars, but you can also use it on Toyota too. I use it on my Lexus LS.

 

[gvan1998]

The GX550 has the same problem

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