Has anyone actually solved the back deck rattle?
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Originally Posted by tbone' post='205028' date='Nov 29 2005, 08:40 PM
Mine does not sound like a howl. It sounds like metal or plastic knocking/clanking together.
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That sounds like a very reasonable explanation for the phenomenon. I'll remember. Thanks.
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Originally Posted by tbone' post='205028' date='Nov 29 2005, 08:40 PM
Mine does not sound like a howl. It sounds like metal or plastic knocking/clanking together.
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My pleasure. This forum has helped solve a number of problems that I've had, so its the least I can do to pass on some help to others from time to time. I just had the tires replaced under the recall notice and frankly its now the best driving car I've owned in thirty years of driving BMWs.
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HUmmm I dont think mine sounds like squeaking styrofoam... maybe I have a differnt problem... some have reported clips not secure or something...
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well that is exactly how mine sound like plastic or styrofom rubbing together thanks for the fix 1600
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Originally Posted by tbone' post='204830' date='Nov 29 2005, 09:48 PM
I'm about to take my 04 545 in for the 5th time (BMW North Scottsdale) to get it worked on. It keeps coming back and they don't seem to know how to fix it.
Any solutions would be much appreciated.
Any solutions would be much appreciated.
It occures only whilst driving on stone roads downtown Helsinki.
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I have gone there for one service visit. I have to say that I am pleased with the experience compared to the one I had at Chapman. I really felt as if they saw me as second rate when I was greeted and even purchasing parts at Chapman. In any regard, I will give it some time before I say that I am satified with their service completely at BMWNS.
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Welcome to the squeak and rattle club. My 545 has been in 4 times at North Scottsdale for door panels, rear shelf, etc. While problem went away for several months, now with cooler weather, the squeaks/rattles are back with a vengenance. I've had good experience with NS, though. Seems like this issue is more to do with quality control than dealer. I've had it with my car, given that my prior 5 BMW's were tight as drums while this one is like an old creaking ship.
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I had a similar noise and tracked it down to the back seat middle arm rest. I wrapped some velcro around the metal post that the latch contacts and it is quiet. I have fold down seats but I would think the latch mechanism is the same.
