2004 BMW X5 Air conditioning conedensation not draining

76,000 MILES • 6 CYL • AWD • AUTOMATIC
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COZZENS
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I can hear water sloshing around under the glove compartment. i believe it is the air conditioning condensation not draining. i think it might be clogged, bit do not know where the drains are located to check?
Nov 8, 2008 at 8:43 AM
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DOCHAGERTY
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The drains are visible from underneath the vehicle and are located at the front of the transmission hump. A little puff of compressed air in the drains should do the trick.
Nov 9, 2008 at 2:58 AM
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Yep, this video can help you find the tube and unclog it.

https://youtu.be/q9_MZiS2_NE?si=t5AFjJUKxGpbe-TH

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Jan 7, 2024 at 4:27 AM
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