Symptom Chart

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2005 Lincoln LS. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

SYMPTOM CHART

Condition	Possible Sources	Action
Dust and water leaks	Body sealer missing Openings in welds or body joints Components not fully installed Components missing Components damaged	REMOVE the trim. CHECK for leaks and SEAL with appropriate sealer. ROAD TEST or WATER TEST for leaks. RECHECK the trim for leaks; USE a light under the vehicle with the trim removed. CHECK the interior of the body at the joints and weld lines.
Dust/water leaks at the floor pan and grommets	Missing or damaged plugs and/or grommets	CHECK the plugs for correct installation. INSTALL new plugs if necessary.
Door drain holes are collecting water	Holes clogged with mud, road tar or leaves	CLEAN the drain holes of dirt and foreign material. CHECK the drain holes regularly. TEST the system for normal operation.
Wind noise, air entering the vehicle through small holes in the body	Leaks at the door and window seals or the sheet metal joints in doors or door openings	SEAL the leaks with silicone gasket and sealant. ROAD TEST the vehicle to verify the concern is resolved.
Rattles	Loose objects in the wells, pillars and quarter panels Misalignment (if tightening the bolts does not eliminate rattles) Weather-stripping, anti-squeak material	CHECK the doors by carefully STRIKING the underside of the door with a rubber mallet. LISTEN for loose objects in the door. REPAIR as necessary. TIGHTEN the body bolts and screws to specification. ADJUST the door for misalignment. REFER to BODY CLOSURES . APPLY additional sealer. INSTALL in the correct location(s) to eliminate rattle(s).