Body - Metallic Creak Or Pop Noise From Rear Of Vehicle

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December 6, 2010

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Vehicle Information

Condition

Metallic Creaking or Popping Noises from Rear of Vehicle

Technical Background





Around the parcel shelf area, through relative movements of the body (illustration 1 where indicated), the panels on top of each other can make creaking or popping noises.

Production Solution

Optimized process from chassis number: WVWMP7AN4BE710458.

Service





Tip:

Remove the left and right side trim see Repair Manual Group 70 in ElsaWeb.





Tip:





In the area of the source of the noise, relieve all the panels with a prying tool (for example screwdriver). Illustration 2 shows the left vehicle side.

Protect interior carpet before next step.

Spray the area with oil spray Part No. G000115A2. Use the opening (marked area illustration 1) between the panels.

Wipe off residual lubricant and repeat procedure on the other side.





Warranty

Required Parts and Tools

No Special Parts required.

No Special Tools required.

Additional Information

All part and service references provided in this Technical Bulletin are subject to change and/or removal. Always check with your Parts Dept. and Repair Manuals for the latest information.