Ice can cause a lot of problems to vehicles. It’s dangerous to drive on, it will be hard to see through the windshield, and sometimes it keeps you from even getting inside at all. So what can you do to prevent these from happening?
Dirt and debris can also prevent the gasket from making a good seal, if your gasket and door frame are just dirty clean them right away. Use a clean cloth and warm water to wipe down the door frame and gasket, then a dry cloth to ensure there’s no leftover. Make sure you go over both the gasket on the vehicle’s frame and the gasket on the door itself. And if possible, do this inside a garage or somewhere warm so the water doesn’t freeze while you wipe things down.
Car doors usually freeze shut because moisture seeps into the cracks of your vehicle and gets in between the rubber gaskets on your door. Mechanics suggests that you inspect the gaskets before they become a problem.
Any openings, gaps, or tears will let the moisture get in where it can become frozen super glue. If your door gasket has seen better days, have it replaced by a mechanic, or replace it yourself. You can also use a silicone lubricant spray, then spread it out evenly with a microfiber cloth. The silicone repels moisture and will keep any water from getting in between gaskets.