Manual Description
Narrow down the noise to a more specific area and identify the cause of the noise by: removing the components in the area that you suspect the noise is coming from. Do not tap or push/pull the component with excessive force, otherwise the noise will be eliminated only temporarily. If the cause is insufficient clearance between components: – separate components by repositioning or loosening and retightening the component, if possible.
The following materials not found in the kit can also be used to repair squeaks and rattles. Operate the vehicle under the same conditions as when the noise originally occurred. If you saturate the area with silicone, you will L not be able to recheck the repair.
Door striker out of alignment causing a popping noise on starts and stops Tapping or moving the components or pressing on them while driving to duplicate the conditions can isolate many of these incidents. Front or rear windshield touching headliner and squeaking Again, pressing on the components to stop the noise while duplicating the conditions can isolate most of these incidents. Most of these incidents are repaired by pushing up on the console at the clip locations until the clips engage.
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