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Old Oct 19, 2004 | 09:36 AM
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Whenever I go over a little pimup in the road or uneven road, I hear a raddling sound from what it appears from under the rear speakers or rear seat. I checked everywhere, The speakers are tight, nothing is loose from what I ca tell. What could it be? The onyl thing I did not chk is the batter under the rear seat. Any thoghts? Thanks

I drive E320 Yr 2000 45k Miles
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Old Oct 19, 2004 | 11:39 AM
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Funny. I've got the same rattle. I always thought it was just my car. I never really investigated it because I always forget when I get home. But it definitely sounds like something in the rear deck even though it all seems pretty secured back there.
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Old Oct 19, 2004 | 12:16 PM
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Check if something is rolling around or stuck in the spare tire compartment also make sure the spare is tightend down.

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Old Oct 19, 2004 | 12:28 PM
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Two potential reasons:

1. Spare wheels get loose from the lock. Make sure it's secured tight onto the floor

2. Rear shock could be gone.


Originally Posted by E320Star
Whenever I go over a little pimup in the road or uneven road, I hear a raddling sound from what it appears from under the rear speakers or rear seat. I checked everywhere, The speakers are tight, nothing is loose from what I ca tell. What could it be? The onyl thing I did not chk is the batter under the rear seat. Any thoghts? Thanks

I drive E320 Yr 2000 45k Miles
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Old Oct 19, 2004 | 01:33 PM
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u may be right

I chked the spare tire, sure thing, th escrew that holds it is not on. It is missing. I may try driving it without the spare tire around the block and see if it goes away. Thank u all
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Old Oct 19, 2004 | 03:04 PM
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Cool let us know if that solves your problem
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