Pinpoint Test F: Squeak-Rattle-Chucking Noise From Door
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- Possible Sources
- Door alignment
- 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 DOOR ALIGNMENT
- Check the alignment of the door.
Is the door aligned correctly?
Yes GO to F3 No ADJUST the door as necessary. REFER to: Front Door Alignment - Regular Cab/SuperCrew . REFER to: Front Door Alignment - SuperCab . REFER to: Rear Door Alignment - SuperCab . REFER to: Rear Door Alignment - SuperCrew . - F3 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. REFER to: Front Door Latch . REFER to: Rear Door Lower Latch - SuperCab . REFER to: Rear Door Upper Latch - SuperCab . REFER to: Rear Door Latch - SuperCrew . No The concern was caused by an insufficiently lubricated door latch.