Pinpoint Test F: Squeak-Rattle-Chucking Noise From Door
- Possible Sources
- Door alignment
- Striker adjustment
- Door latch
- F1 CHECK FOR ANY LOOSE COMPONENTS
- Remove the door trim panel.
- Inspect inside the door for any loose components.
Are there any loose components inside the door?
Yes REPAIR as necessary. No GO to F2 - F2 CHECK THE STRIKER ADJUSTMENT
- Check the striker adjustment.
Is the striker adjusted correctly?
Yes GO to F3 No ADJUST the striker as necessary. - F3 CHECK THE DOOR ALIGNMENT
- Check the door alignment. REFER to: Front Door Alignment . REFER to: Sliding Door Alignment . REFER to: Rear Door Alignment .
Is the door aligned correctly?
Yes GO to F4 No ADJUST the door as necessary. REFER to: Front Door Alignment . REFER to: Sliding Door Alignment . REFER to: Rear Door Alignment . - F4 CHECK THE LATCH OPERATION AFTER LUBRICATION
- Lubricate the door latch. REFER to: Door Latch Lubrication .
- Using a screwdriver, fully close the latch (2 clicks).
- Operate the door latch and listen for the noise.
Is the original noise still present after the latch is lubricated?
Yes INSTALL a new door latch. No The concern was caused by an insufficiently lubricated door latch.