Something rattling inside car door
I can hear something rattling inside the front passenger's side door when I am driving or it is being closed.
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Hello. The rattling noise you are hearing in the door is probably due to a nut or bolt that has come loose and has fallen to the bottom of the door. With a power window regulator, the window glass and door should be looked at to avoid failure which may cause further damage. You may need the aid of mechanic to remove the door panel and diagnose the noise to see what repair will be needed.
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The rattling noise you are hearing in the door is probably due to a nut or bolt that has come loose and has fallen to the bottom of the door. With a power window regulator, the window glass and door should be looked at to avoid failure which may cause further damage.
Failing Pulley Bearings: When the bearings in a pulley begin to fail, it can produce both rattling and squealing sounds. This can easily be confused for other problems, including a stretched belt, loose exhaust components and more.
You can fix this by ensuring your panels are properly secured or adding sound-buffering materials. shake the plastic panel, causing it to rattle. If the problem lies with a loose panel, all you need to do is tighten it.
A Rattling Noise from the Engine When Accelerating
Noises coming from the engine when you are pushing on the gas could be caused by a loose or weak timing belt, chain tensioner, cracked flywheel, or a broken flexplate. These issues will only get worse over time, not better.
Rattling noises that appear when you`re driving over bumps, or on uneven surfaces, are often down to the suspension. These rattles can disappear once you speed up a bit or when the going gets smoother. The culprits may be the drop links (e.g. if they`ve snapped), worn bushes or corroded shock absorbers.
It sounds like a light knocking or growling sound. Gear rattle is an audible noise transmitted from the impacts between the transmission gear teeth. A vehicle engine`s torsional vibrations (momentary angular acceleration) pass through a transmission causing the separation and resulting impact of the gear teeth.
A door knocker has a part fixed to the door, and a part (usually metal) which is attached to the door by a hinge, and may be lifted and used to strike a plate fitted to the door, or the door itself, making a noise.
Friction in the hinge can be caused by a build-up of dirt or dust, or a lack of lubrication between the metal surfaces of hinge and hinge pin. It is this friction and rubbing of metal on metal which causes the squeaking sound.
Install acoustic door sweeps to stop sound coming under the door. Add weatherstripping/gasket insulation to create a better seal around the door. Use expanding foams to plug up any gaps in the door/frame. Add additional mass to your doors using blankets or mass loaded vinyl.
One solution is to spray the latch with a metal lubricant such as WD-40. Turn the door knob or lever as you do so to work the lubricant into the components. This should help if the squeak is a result of dry or rusted metal. You might also adjust the strike plate on the door jamb.
Your car`s heat shield can be exposed to debris and moisture. And, rust can form as particles accumulate on the shield. Over time, rust can damage the shield and cause it to break. In this instance, your car can emit a rattling sound when accelerating at a low speed.
If your car makes rattling noises when stopped in drive it could be due to loose parts, an item stored in your car or a more serious problem that`s cause for concern including: Failing catalytic converter. Loose heat shield. Low oil pressure.
Strange Noises
If the sound resembles humming, buzzing, or clunking, you may be experiencing transmission failure. Bad automatic transmissions may emit humming, buzzing, or whining noises while manual transmissions have harsher “clunking” sounds.
Causes of clutch noise
Whistling or whining from the clutch can be caused e.g. by the release bearing running off-center, an off-center input shaft, or a defective pilot bearing. On the other hand, rattling noises may be due to load alterations if clutch disks are furnished with preliminary dampers.
Axle gears and, more commonly, bearings and CV joints are common sources of noise when worn or damaged. Usually, you`ll hear a noise or vibration during acceleration at speeds above 20 mph. Sometimes at even high speeds. Watch the next video for an example of a CV Joint going bad and causing vibration at high speeds.
As the door gets hotter the materials expand and contract. Once they do, they will begin to pop, crack and creak. As the door begins to cool down and return to its natural size, the same occurrence happens, the door will crack and creak back into position.
Weatherstripping and sealing are used to protect your facility from outdoor elements that can impact indoor air quality. These seals also work to prevent the costly leakage of heated indoor air. Weatherstripping is typically used around moving building components like windows and doors.
Firmly grab the handle or knob, using your hand that`s closest to the hinge side of the door. The key to opening a door quietly is taking your time getting into position and “sizing up” the door, then opening it with a single quick motion.
The easiest way to fix the bass rattle in your car is to adjust the bass frequency using the equalizer or an amplifier with more advanced settings. However, if this doesn`t solve the problem, you need to determine the source of vibration. Typically, the vibration will come from: Trunk.
Most door lock actuators are integrated into a door latch assembly, and you`ll find one at each door that has a power lock. Some lock actuators are separate from the latch, and they tend to be less expensive.
The WD-40 spray can be used to effectively to get rid of any grease and grime that might exist on your door hinges. To do this, apply the WD-40 spray onto the door hinges and give it a few minutes to work. After a few minutes, take a clean rag and wipe the door hinges with it.
When your car vibrates every time you drive at 50-70 mph, it is most likely that your wheels are out of balance. The vibrations will emanate from the steering wheel across the seat and through the vehicle`s floor.
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After unlocking the car from the drivers side, if the passenger door is opened before the key is put in the car the alarm goes off.
ANSWER : The key should only unlock the driver door with one turn and unlock all of the doors with two turns. If the passenger door is unlocking when the driver door is turned with one turn or if the alarm is still set if the driver door is turned two times, then the Immobilizer System Module needs replaced if you are intending on not using a key fob or you will need to get a key fob to manually turn off the Immobilizer System Module. If you need further assistance with your doors unlocking unusual, then seek out a professional, such as one from Your Mechanic, to help you.
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Electronic door lock/unlock can’t be unlocked from inside car
ANSWER : Hello. Most of the time this is caused by a malfunction in the door lock switch. I have seen the switch short internally and cause this. I have also seen the control module for the locks fail, keeping them from unlocking properly. I usually use a computer scan tool to see what the module is doing when the lock switch it cycled. This will let me know if it is seeing the unlock and lock signal as it should. If it is and it is not functioning, then the module is bad. If you plan on getting this fixed, consider YourMechanic, as a certified mechanic can come to your home or office to diagnose your door locks and perform the appropriate repairs.
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my car door wont open from the inside or outside. I slammed it pretty hard because I was mad but now itll pull away from the car a
ANSWER : Hi there. It’s possible that this is just a minor issue; like the door lock being stuck or slightly bent. If this is the case, the door lock or hinge might need to be replaced. It’s also possible that something inside the door was bent or damaged. You might want to have a professional mechanic come to your location and complete a door is hard to close inspection, so they can determine what is damaged and recommend the right repairs.
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Can I use back door handle for the front door handle inside and out, if so how?
ANSWER : I would recommend against doing this. Most vehicle door handles are not compatable from front to back. If you have a junk yard near your location, you can usually get parts such as door handles very inexpensively. I would recommend doing this over swapping the rear door handle to a front door handle. Unfortunately, there are many vehicles with this exact same problem of being made with door handles that were not meant to last.
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Car door alarm sensors keep going off while car is on, because of that I can’t even lock my doors when it’s off.
ANSWER : Hi and thanks for contacting Your Mechanic. What seem to happen is a door sensor / switch has failed. Turn on the dome light to door and shut all of the doors. See if the light dims after shutting all of the doors. If the light does not dim, then there is a door switch that has failed. Look at the switches on the cab where the door seals and see if any of the switched look damaged or at an angle. Most of the time the driver door switch fails for that door is used the most. Check each switch for power and see which door switch does not have power on the ground side when activating the switch. Replace the switch that does not work. This also goes for the back hatch switch as well. If you need further assistance with your vehicle, then seek out a professional, such as one from Your Mechanic, to help you with your door light being on and the beeping noises.
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I have changed the car battery on my Renault Grand Scenic and used the car that day on the sunday. However 3 days later the car wo
ANSWER : Hello, thank you for writing in. If the new battery has also failed to hold a charge, the alternator is likely not working correctly. You can test the alternator at home with a voltmeter, or you can remove it and have it tested at most automotive parts stores. It will need to be replaced if it has failed. You will also want to make sure all of the electrical connections are clean, dry, and tight. For more help testing or replacing the alternator, contact our service department to schedule an appointment.
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Gasoline inside the car?
ANSWER : The first concern is whether you could have an exhaust leak or a fuel leak. If leaks of that type exist, they should be repaired as both are safety hazards. Occasionally, just due to the weather, exhaust fumes can get drawn into cabin air. At no time, however, is it normal for significant amounts of raw gasoline to be in the air, or leaking as a liquid, especially on a modern car which has sophisticated systems to capture any potential fugitive emissions of vaporous gasoline. If this was a one-off incident, and just limited to exhaust odor, not to worry but if you regularly detect the distinct odor of raw gasoline, that should be investigated at once because leaking gasoline is a fire/explosion hazard. As far as damage to personal belongings from exhaust or gasoline vapors, in ordinary concentrations and if the exposure is fleeting, there is no damage potential. The reason is gasoline is highly volatile and so evaporates into the atmosphere. However, if you spill liquid gasoline on materials, the non volatile compounds will be around for a long time and indeed will destroy many common materials as gasoline is a highly aggressive solvent. Most of the hazard from gasoline vapors is not to personal property but rather to your health because gasoline contains known, well documented carcinogens such as benzene. So, the bottom line is fleeting exposure to the vapors will not damage property but will damage your health. With regard to leaks (exhaust or gasoline, liquid or vapor), if you desire a safety inspection performed by a certified Mechanic, dispatched by YourMechanic right to your location, please request a comprehensive vehicle safety inspection and the responding certified mechanic will address all of your concerns and look at the condition of your entire vehicle. If you have further questions or concerns, do not hesitate to re-contact YourMechanic as we are always here to help you.
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When I drive my car, I hear a sound like something is rattling under my 2014 Hyundai Elantra
ANSWER : Hi there. If the noise only occurs when moving and it changes when you turn then it is one of a few things. Most of the time this is caused by a loose exhaust heat shield. I have seen these come loose frequently on a lot of Hyundai vehicles. It can also be a loose backing plate on the brakes or a failing drive axle. I would usually get the vehicle in the air and run it to see if I can isolate the noise. If you want some assistance in finding the source of this noise, consider YourMechanic, as a certified mechanic can come to you to [diagnose where the noise is coming from] https://www.yourmechanic.com/services/loud-squealing-or-rattling-is-coming-from-engine-inspection
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