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Symptom Chart

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SYMPTOM CHART

Condition Possible Sources Action
  • Dust and water leaks
  • Body sealer missing.
  • Opening in welding or body joints.
  • Components not fully installed.
  • Components missing.
  • Components damaged.
  • REMOVE trim. CHECK for leaks and SEAL with appropriate sealer. ROAD TEST or WATER TEST for leaks. RECHECK trim for leaks; USE light under vehicle with trim removed. CHECK interior of body at joints and weld lines.
  • Dust/water leaks at floor pan and grommets
  • Missing or damaged plugs and/or grommets.
  • CHECK plugs for correct installation. INSTALL new plugs if necessary.
  • Door drain holes collecting water
  • Holes clogged with mud or road tar.
  • CLEAN drain holes of dirt and foreign material with a punch or screwdriver. CHECK drain holes regularly.
  • Wind noise
  • Lower corner of window.
  • Moonroof.
  • Loose or misaligned weatherstrip.
  • Poor door fit.
  • Side mirror whistle.
  • Door handle whistle.
  • REMOVE door trim. RESEAT inner belt to corner. SEAL leaks with sealant.
  • SET front edge 1/2 mm below roof sheet metal and rear edge 1/2 mm above roof sheet metal.
  • REATTACH weatherstrip. INSTALL new pin-type retainers if damaged. USE weatherstrip adhesive as necessary.
  • ADJUST the striker or hinges as necessary. For hinge adjustment, REFER to DOOR ALIGNMENT  or STRIKER ADJUSTMENT . CHECK for acceptable door efforts after repair.
  • INSTALL a mirror skull cap.
  • REMOVE door handle and REINSTALL per the correct installation procedure. If the whistle persists, INSTALL a new door handle.
  • Rattles
  • Loose wires/cables in doors.
  • Loose objects in door wells, pillars and quarter panels.
  • Buzz from components of instrument panel.
  • MAKE SURE all wires/cables are correctly routed and inserted in correct clips.
  • CHECK doors by carefully striking underside of door with a rubber mallet. LISTEN for loose objects in door. REPAIR. TIGHTEN body bolts and screws.
  • IDENTIFY which components of the instrument panel are buzzing. ADD a dampening material between two surfaces to eliminate buzz.
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