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SL/R129: door window rattle

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Old 11-30-2022, 06:50 PM
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Question door window rattle

My door windows rattle when closing the door. Might this be a common problem for the r129? is there something i could read to figure out the rattle, list of parts needed maybe?

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Old 12-01-2022, 11:13 PM
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Pulling off the door panel to get a visual may help also if you see nothing holding up. It may need some cleaning and lubrication on pivot points. The window tracks get real dusty, scrub with a tooth brush, blow out as much dust as you can. I lube window tracks with some spray silicone, not much though.
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The motors and glass are in close proximity when the windows are lowered and can contact each other.

Is you issue with the windows up or down?
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There should be a piece of foam rubber between the glass and motor attached to the motor plus the regulator may be sloppy too It can be a real battle to quiet those doors.

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