at least to me. From a rust free car owner. Ha! It was right in front of me for many months and I only noticed it tonight. I will grind it off and seal it this weekend.

I know to go through every part of the trunk, but did not look here. Is this a safety item for the steering column?



Larger trunk photo.



The other orange colors in the photo are the crumbles from the the dash pad. Many years of sun have vulcanized the soft parts of the car. This is only surface now, but how did the water get in there? Any other entry points I should consider? Help me to feel better about my car. Please.

edit: the other orange parts of the photo are easily brushed or blown away, not corrosion.

Shawn.