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Pinpoint Test AS: Squeak/Rattle/Chucking Noise From Door




Handles, Locks, Latches and Entry Systems - Intelligent Access (IA)

Pinpoint Test AS: Squeak/Rattle/Chucking Noise From Door

This pinpoint test is intended to diagnose the following:

- Door alignment
- Striker adjustment
- Door latch



PINPOINT TEST AS: SQUEAK/RATTLE/CHUCKING NOISE FROM DOOR

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AS1 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. TEST the system for normal operation.

No
GO to AS2.

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AS2 CHECK THE STRIKER ADJUSTMENT


- Check the adjustment of the striker. Refer to Doors, Hood and Trunk.
- Is the striker adjusted correctly?

Yes
GO to AS3.

No
ADJUST the striker as necessary. TEST the system for normal operation.

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AS3 CHECK THE DOOR ALIGNMENT


- Check the alignment of the door. Refer to Doors, Hood and Trunk.
- Is the door aligned correctly?

Yes
GO to AS4.

No
ADJUST the door as necessary. TEST the system for normal operation.

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AS4 CHECK THE LATCH OPERATION AFTER LUBRICATION


- Lubricate the door latch. Refer to Latch Lubrication Procedures.
- 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 Front Door Latch or Rear Door Latch Rear Door Latch. TEST the system for normal operation.

No
The concern was caused by an insufficiently lubricated door latch.

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