Getting rid of Rattles

<BLOCKQUOTE class="ip-ubbcode-quote"><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-title">quote:</div><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-content">Originally posted by TXSUT:
It's definitely not a quirk; mine does it too. </div></BLOCKQUOTE>

Do your door panels also creak every time you hit anything but the slightest bumps in the road?

Guess I'd have to start taking the dash apart and running the heat/air to see if the popping went away. What a pain! Then again, maybe I could just start with the driver's side vent as I think all of the vents seem to pop...

[rodster]

4. Rear door panels require one additional step -- you must remove the narrow, vertical plastic that's aft of the window. It's held on by fasteners that you can see in this pic.

My other idea is to trim the door panel edge in some kind of rubber or felt rather than putting anything on the door. It makes sense to me that the fit would be better on the panel versus the door. If I knew more about car interiors, I'm sure there is a simple solution.

[rodster]

<BLOCKQUOTE class="ip-ubbcode-quote"><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-title">quote:</div><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-content">Originally posted by mstams:

When I mentioned caulk earlier, I wasn't really thinking of sticking the door panels to the door. What I had in mind was laying a bead of caulk or some other rubber material to cushion the edges. I would let it dry for a while before reinstalling the panels.
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Ah, got it. It would be good to know how that turns out if you do it. It's probably only a matter of time before my truck develops the same problems.

[dochummer]

<BLOCKQUOTE class="ip-ubbcode-quote"><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-title">quote:</div><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-content">Originally posted by kacyk:
<BLOCKQUOTE class="ip-ubbcode-quote"><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-title">quote:</div><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-content">Originally posted by rodster:
The door is very easy to crack open. I'm happy to write up the how-to ... when and if your desire for quiet exceeds your reluctance.

Where in the headliner is the noise? </div></BLOCKQUOTE>

Rodster, an help on getting the door panel off would be much appreciated. In fact, you might post it here to help others as well. If possible, in the instructions assume I am 16 years old and the only thing I know how to do is open my zipper.

Also, I found the source of the crackling sound at the headliner. There is a spot just behind the sunroof that makes the noise. If I put slight pressure on it the rattle stops. It almost sounds like the headliner pulled away from the adhesive. Is is glued on? Shall I just spray some glue in there or wedge something there? </div></BLOCKQUOTE>

I have the exact same problem with my sunroof, only it's an aftermarket webasto. the creeking is directly above my right shoulder. I've tried little pieces of dynomat, which didn't work... My best solution so far is sticking a candy bar up between the headliner and the glass....

[MovinH2]

I have minor rattles every where. I just think it's the nature of the beast. Now on my Corvette it drives me nuts till I find out what's causing it, but on the Hummer it doesn't bother me.

[rodster]

That's it. Removing any of the panels is easy. Take your time with the fasteners and you'll have no problem.

[KenP]

Rod, can you swing by and fix the clicking coming from the mysterious speaker above my left ear?

Nice write up, Rod.

[rodster]

You asked for proven methods and this is not that but it may offer an idea ...

I had the center dash trim and the rear vent trim off last week. The back of each vent is a male tube, the end/circumference of which is wrapped in foam with a tape backing. One of my vent's tape was malformed so the male end wasn't fully insulated from the female tube it went in. (Hope that makes sense.) Wonder if the area where the two pieces join could be the source of the popping?

Not a very good picture of the end of the female section, but this is the left center vent tube. You can see the flare on the end where the insulated male end goes.

[kacyk]

I have two minor rattles, one in the driver side door and near the sunroof. I have a GMPP but that does not cover rattles. The wife doesn't give a rip but I have bionic ears (she says).

Anyway, is it better to take it to the dealer (since they deal with this stuff) or a something like a stereo shop, or? I'd rather not take on this adventure myself unless someone has step by step instructions on how to take the door and headliner apart. Even at that, I am reluctant.

[kacyk]

The noise from the headliner seems to be in the rear left side of the sunroof (strategically just over the left side of my head!).

Actually, the are rattle isn't that bad and it's not all the time. Also, I drive the rig only once a week. Maybe it's a guy thing...

[rodster]

A more accurate view of what you'll see with the panel off. This is the front passenger door. Note that the wires are grouped in a series of plugs. You probably won't need to take the panel all the way off. Note in previous picture the inside pull handle is tied to the wheel to hold it up.

[rodster]

2. With the panel off, note the two 7mm hex head screws above the handle. Remove the two screws.

motorhead. stops all the rattles.

[kacyk]

<BLOCKQUOTE class="ip-ubbcode-quote"><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-title">quote:</div><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-content">Originally posted by rodster:
The door is very easy to crack open. I'm happy to write up the how-to ... when and if your desire for quiet exceeds your reluctance.

Where in the headliner is the noise? </div></BLOCKQUOTE>

Rodster, an help on getting the door panel off would be much appreciated. In fact, you might post it here to help others as well. If possible, in the instructions assume I am 16 years old and the only thing I know how to do is open my zipper.

Also, I found the source of the crackling sound at the headliner. There is a spot just behind the sunroof that makes the noise. If I put slight pressure on it the rattle stops. It almost sounds like the headliner pulled away from the adhesive. Is is glued on? Shall I just spray some glue in there or wedge something there?

[rodster]

<BLOCKQUOTE class="ip-ubbcode-quote"><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-title">quote:</div><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-content">Originally posted by kacyk:
Also, I found the source of the crackling sound at the headliner. There is a spot just behind the sunroof that makes the noise. If I put slight pressure on it the rattle stops. It almost sounds like the headliner pulled away from the adhesive. Is is glued on? Shall I just spray some glue in there or wedge something there? </div></BLOCKQUOTE>

Don't know what to tell you about that. I haven't been that deep in the headliner. PM Orange Crush -- I think he was just working in that area.

[dochummer]

<BLOCKQUOTE class="ip-ubbcode-quote"><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-title">quote:</div><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-content">Originally posted by KenP:
Rod, can you swing by and fix the clicking coming from the mysterious speaker above my left ear?

Nice write up, Rod. </div></BLOCKQUOTE>



I actually have the same problem. I unscrewed the onstar speaker and stuck my hand up there. There's a piece of metal that rattles against the roof.

[rodster]

Tinnitus must be the great equalizer. Can't say I notice the noises in my truck.

But I am curious what you mean by popping A/C vents?

[KenP]

<BLOCKQUOTE class="ip-ubbcode-quote"><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-title">quote:</div><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-content">Originally posted by Dan:
<BLOCKQUOTE class="ip-ubbcode-quote"><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-title">quote:</div><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-content">Originally posted by kacyk:
The noise from the headliner seems to be in the rear left side of the sunroof (strategically just over the left side of my head!).
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I have that too, same exact spot. It sounds like crinkling plastic cellophane. </div></BLOCKQUOTE>Could it be coming from that mysterious mic above your left ear?

My only complaint is the aftermarket VentShades. When the sun hits them they crack and pop just loud enough to drive me batty. I have to hold the DS to stop it.