Weatherstripping & Seals

Is the wind whistling at the side window, or is there water in the footwell after a rain shower? Here we have gathered weatherstripping and rubber details for doors and windows – from door seals and window channels to inner and outer window sweeps. This category is for you if you want to make the cabin watertight again on an older or hard-used car.

What do door and window seals do?

Rubber seals on doors and windows keep water, dust and wind noise out and can dampen rattling from the window. Over time the rubber can harden, crack or shrink, which can lead to leaks, moisture in the cabin and rust at the bottom of the door. In this category you will find, for example, door seals for full or half doors, inner and outer window sweeps that typically sit along the lower edge of the window, window channels that the glass runs in, and complete kits for one door. Seals that only sit at the window have their own category under window seals.

How to choose the right seal

The most important thing is to match the seal to your car, model year and door type. The product names state side, position and year range, e.g. Jeep Wrangler 97-06 or Cherokee 84-96. Check in particular:

• Side and position: left or right, front or rear door, inner or outer sweep.
• Door type: on a Jeep Wrangler, seals for half and full doors can differ.
• Single seal or kit: if several seals need replacing on the same door, a kit can give you consistent rubber all the way around.

All products in this category come from OMIX. If the door itself or the top needs repairing, take a look under body parts and tops.

Installation and maintenance

Remove any remains of old rubber and adhesive, and clean the surface before fitting the new seal. Whether the seal is clipped, pressed or glued on depends on the product and the car's mounting, so compare it with the old seal. Window sweeps and window channels may require removing the door panel. The rubber typically lasts longer if you clean it regularly and use a solvent-free rubber care product. You will find more body and equipment parts under exterior accessories.

Frequently asked questions

What is the difference between an inner and an outer window sweep?

The outer sweep typically sits on the outside of the door along the lower edge of the window and keeps water out, while the inner one sits on the inside and can dampen rattling and wipe the glass. Both often wear at the same time, so check them together.

Can I use a full-door seal on half doors?

Not necessarily. This category includes, for example, separate door seals for half and full doors on the Jeep Wrangler, and the profile and length can differ. Choose the seal for your exact door type and model year.

How do I know a seal needs replacing?

Typical signs are water or moisture in the footwell, more wind noise at high speed, a rattling window, or rubber that is hard, cracked or loose. A water test with a garden hose can show where the leak is.