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#101
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I experienced the wind noise, from the driver's side, but I applied some Krytox 205 to the door seal and it hasn't returned. The dash rattle comes and goes, I cannot figure that one out; just poor materials and agree, my BMWs had far fewer rattles and creaks.
#102
I have a dash rattle too. Try this: When it comes back, pinch together the top and bottom of the dash just behind the top of the steering wheel. (The part of the dash that shields the IC from the sun.) In my car, the rattle will not stop if I press just the top or just the bottom - I have to pinch them together. I will let the dealer fix next time I take the car in. Meantime I might ghetto it by putting a binder clip on it (just kidding!).
#103
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I have a dash rattle too. Try this: When it comes back, pinch together the top and bottom of the dash just behind the top of the steering wheel. (The part of the dash that shields the IC from the sun.) In my car, the rattle will not stop if I press just the top or just the bottom - I have to pinch them together. I will let the dealer fix next time I take the car in. Meantime I might ghetto it by putting a binder clip on it (just kidding!).
#105
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#107
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The first cold day and a new very bad rattle starts at the rear of the car. It is coming from the rear deck where the speakers are mounted. Tapping on this flimsy deck produces very bad rattling noise.
Anybody have instructions of how to remove the deck? Would like to have a look myself as this could be very easy to fix.
Anybody have instructions of how to remove the deck? Would like to have a look myself as this could be very easy to fix.
#108
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The first cold day and a new very bad rattle starts at the rear of the car. It is coming from the rear deck where the speakers are mounted. Tapping on this flimsy deck produces very bad rattling noise.
Anybody have instructions of how to remove the deck? Would like to have a look myself as this could be very easy to fix.
Anybody have instructions of how to remove the deck? Would like to have a look myself as this could be very easy to fix.
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#113
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Here you go, Arrie. As you can see from just under the panel, there are plastic stubs. They click FIRMLY into place, so if yours is loose, you could be hearing the rattle. These tabs are dispersed all around the panel. I found mine was loose in the rear.
I am using a plastic door panel remover but you can also use an old credit card as well.
I am using a plastic door panel remover but you can also use an old credit card as well.
#114
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Here you go, Arrie. As you can see from just under the panel, there are plastic stubs. They click FIRMLY into place, so if yours is loose, you could be hearing the rattle. These tabs are dispersed all around the panel. I found mine was loose in the rear.
I am using a plastic door panel remover but you can also use an old credit card as well.
I am using a plastic door panel remover but you can also use an old credit card as well.
Thanks,
I'll try and see.
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#116
I'm quite surprised to see that the W212 is still having the continued rattle problems that I had in my W212--dash, command, headliner, rear shelf, etc. I'm disappointed that MB has not addressed these quality problems.
Best of luck.
Best of luck.
Last edited by Grau E350; 11-24-2012 at 09:45 PM. Reason: i rattled on too much.
#117
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25K miles and no rattles at all. I had a really annoying rattle in my former C300 and for a time I thought it was in the dashboard, but finally tracked it down to the mirror.
#118
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I hate to doubt your ears, but you'll be the first to have NO rattles at all in a W212. I think some people are more prone to hearing them, along with a tolerance, but the W212 is loaded with cheap plastic in the dash, wood panels, and the pillars. Wait for a cold morning, don't use the radio or accessories and just listen to the symphony of rattles. I've given up on the small ones, but did address the major rattles.
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2000 W210 E55->2003 R230 SL500->2004 W211 E55->2007 997TT+2007 E63->2010 GLK350->2012 E550 4matic
Had mine for a few months, no rattle occasional pana roof noise and that's it. But then, I use the remote start and warm up the car when it's cold in the morning.
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I hate to doubt your ears, but you'll be the first to have NO rattles at all in a W212. I think some people are more prone to hearing them, along with a tolerance, but the W212 is loaded with cheap plastic in the dash, wood panels, and the pillars. Wait for a cold morning, don't use the radio or accessories and just listen to the symphony of rattles. I've given up on the small ones, but did address the major rattles.
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2016 Audi S8 Plus/ 2011 Mercedes e550 4Matic//Gone:1985 500SEL/2000 e320 4Matic/ 2001 e55 Kleeman
My e550 is coming in on 2 years old and around 26,000 miles. I drive on the crappy NY/NJ roads and no rattles yet. I'm very impressed with the fit and finish. Still tight as a drum. Regards. Ned.
#123
My 2010 e350 has a noise like a little motor running in the front roof console. It will continue after the car is off for awhile. I first thought it was in the area of the glove box. It is definitely coming from the ceiling. Anyone have a thought?
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2012 S350 Bluetec 4Matic, Diamond White, P2
45K miles on my 2011 Bluetec and only the slightest"rattle" sounds when going over very rough pavement....99% rattle-free. In my neck of the woods, the Department of Transportation is just as likely to pave over a boulder than remove it. We have some really crappy roads. I find my E to have superior build quality and chassis strength.