R32 - Door Rattle/squeeks On Turns

[Rekin]

Hey,

Have had this problem for a long time, but would like to fix it as the sound isnt really pleasing

When i have the window down (at any height) the door seems to rattle around when driving. When i go up/down a speed hump you hear the door clank up/down to the movement.

Also, when i turn a corner, or a u-turn, the door makes a loud rubber squeaking sound as the turn is made. Was really annoying on skidpan as all you could hear is the door rattling/squeaking.

Im not sure what needs to be replaced to stop my driver door causing all of these sounds.

Some people have mentioned that it is the window moving and not the door, but im pretty sure its not as ive put my arm on the window to stop any movement

Other symptoms which could have some effect?

- When the window is put down, it jolts the door on the first movement.

- The rubber seal around the door clamp (near the light switch which turns on light when door opened) has peeled off, perhaps this is causing the extra movement?

- Door doesnt seem to sag excessively.

Thanks all

- Patrick

[R32Abuser]

BUMP! Cmon someone must know or have experiece from this!

[JMW]

take the door trim off and drive around, will be easier to find whats causing it. Almost sounds like the rivets that hold the power window assembly are starting to wear.

Edited January 11, 2009 by Jamesrb25

[Rekin]

damn what a bump haha.

Ive fixed the problem by now, this thread brings back to when i had that annoying problem haha.

My problem was the rubber on the U-Latch was worn. Not sure what its called, the latch which the door locks onto to hold the door shut haha.

Due to the worn rubber, they door would rattle because of it.

Easy fix is to swap the latch with the passenger side. As that one is usually less worn it will hold the door nice and firm.

However the u-latch is a tricky thing to mount properly. If you dont mount it properly your door might stick out a bit when closed.

Hope that helps

[R32Abuser]

AMAZING! Fixed it in one go with some duct tape rapped around the u latch.

No more noises!

[Rekin]

AMAZING! Fixed it in one go with some duct tape rapped around the u latch.

No more noises!

oh snap what a better idea. Then i wouldnt have my door sticking out haha

[R32Abuser]

Not the best solution, as it tightens up the latch if you put too mcuh on and makes it hard to open the door! Just been experimenting with different amounts of tape-but at the end of the day it works as intended

Cheers for the fix!

[-Tom]

AMAZING! Fixed it in one go with some duct tape rapped around the u latch.

No more noises!

Massive bump but just did this today. Thanks for the tip!

Door closes with a much more solid thud now!