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Model 3 Water leaks around trunk/hood

  Here is the list of 5 labels for Model 3 Water Leak issues, covering both trunk and hood (frunk) areas based on recent service bulletins and owner reports: Trunk Lid Internal Ingress, Cause: Incomplete factory sealant around the taillight housing or weld points on the upper trunk lid allows water to enter the hollow interior of the lid itself. Solution: Tesla Service Bulletin SB-23-10-002 instructs technicians to remove the rear lights and apply a high-strength white sealant (Loctite 5510) to specific internal panels and pinholes. Lower Trunk Tub Pooling, Cause: A misaligned trunk hinge or a "Version 1" rubber gasket that lacks the necessary thickness causes water to bypass the seal and overflow into the sub-trunk storage area. Solution: Replace the trunk weatherstripping with the redesigned "Version 2" thicker seal and adjust the rubber bumper stops to ensure the lid compresses the gasket tightly. Frunk "Koi Pond" Effect, Cause: The front hood la...