dash rattle in 08 vert

[Unclestu]

Yesterday after hitting 900+ miles on my new 08, it developed a pretty loud rattle. It seems to be in the instrument section near the radio or AC vents. I've tried pushing on things, turning the AC on and off but no change. There was a previous post on the 06's having this problem. The service manual I have is a bit sketchy on how to remove the instrument bezel. Does any one have pics on how to get it apart and tools needed? Any help would be appreciated. Thanks.

[Rick530]

almost 6k miles on my 08 coupe and i've got a rattle/bumping noise coming from the passanger side rear when I hit bumps and stuff. No clue where the hell its coming from....

[Unclestu]

Mine is steady after 20 mph but doesn't seem to track bumps or engine rpm's.

[Rick530]

Originally Posted by Unclestu

Mine is steady after 20 mph but doesn't seem to track bumps or engine rpm's.

A steady rattle will drive you nuts! Only time I hear the bumping noise is when i hit a bump and whatnot.

[mjorgensen]

Originally Posted by Rick530

almost 6k miles on my 08 coupe and i've got a rattle/bumping noise coming from the passanger side rear when I hit bumps and stuff. No clue where the hell its coming from....

Take it to a dealer and have them check the wheel bearings for play and the ball joints or even a loose shock bolt.

[redtanrt10]

Originally Posted by Unclestu

Yesterday after hitting 900+ miles on my new 08, it developed a pretty loud rattle. It seems to be in the instrument section near the radio or AC vents. I've tried pushing on things, turning the AC on and off but no change. There was a previous post on the 06's having this problem. The service manual I have is a bit sketchy on how to remove the instrument bezel. Does any one have pics on how to get it apart and tools needed? Any help would be appreciated. Thanks.

This might not be the cause, but, check your shifter. If the rod is loose you'll hear a rattle that I swore was in the dash. When the rattle occurs grab the shift nob and see.

[CitySnake]

Wish I could have a rattle in my dash.

[Rick530]

Originally Posted by mjorgensen

Take it to a dealer and have them check the wheel bearings for play and the ball joints or even a loose shock bolt.

Its going in next week for oil change so I'll have them do that while I'm there. Noticed a popping sound sometimes coming from the passangers side front as well sometimes when i make a slow turn.

[PaViper]

Originally Posted by Rick530

almost 6k miles on my 08 coupe and i've got a rattle/bumping noise coming from the passanger side rear when I hit bumps and stuff. No clue where the hell its coming from....

My 04 and my 06 did that from day one, never did figure out what it is....seems like it is worse when it is cold, and gets quieter when it is warm. Always from the right rear and especially on choppy bumps

[Kenneth Krieger]

I'm gald I've had no issues with rattles, or noises in my 05 Comm. Edition.......solid as a rock, and 6,800K miles to date. Sorry to hear if the rattle.....there has to be a solution......keep after it...and you'll get it solved.

[Rick530]

Originally Posted by PaViper

My 04 and my 06 did that from day one, never did figure out what it is....seems like it is worse when it is cold, and gets quieter when it is warm. Always from the right rear and especially on choppy bumps

Temp hasent seemed to make a difference. Was 106 the otherday and was still doing it.

[Unclestu]

Thanks, I'll check that next time out.

[conceptpi916]

Have the dealer fix it. Just went through this with my Dodge truck (under warranty). Had a squeak that was driving me crazy. I took it to the dealer. They took a day, isolated the problem, removed the dash and reconnected/fixed a loose vent duct. Didnt cost me a dime AND they detailed my truck while it was there

[Hamrhead]

Originally Posted by Unclestu

Yesterday after hitting 900+ miles on my new 08, it developed a pretty loud rattle. It seems to be in the instrument section near the radio or AC vents. I've tried pushing on things, turning the AC on and off but no change. There was a previous post on the 06's having this problem.

I've got that rattle.

I chalk it up as 'character'.

[redtanrt10]

Unclestu, I'm hoping its just a loose shifter. I had a strong rattle in the area you mentioned and I would never have believed the noise was from the shifter. The dash is easy to take apart if needed, but you have to take off the shifter surround to get the bottom nut off of the face of the radio surround. also, all those pieces scratch easily. If you have to go into the dash, get the dealer to do it. If you want to do it yourself, ask somone to give you the pages from the service manual so you see all the screws and the sequence. I'd be happy to fax you, but, I'm traveling now and won't be home till Tuesday.