Pinpoint Test T: Squeak/Rattle/Chucking Noise From Door

Handles, Locks, Latches and Entry Systems

Pinpoint Tests

Pinpoint Test T: Squeak/Rattle/Chucking Noise From Door

This pinpoint test is intended to diagnose the following:

- Door alignment
- Striker adjustment
- Door latch



PINPOINT TEST T: SQUEAK/RATTLE/CHUCKING NOISE FROM DOOR

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T1 CHECK FOR ANY LOOSE COMPONENTS


- Remove the door trim panel.
- Inspect inside the door for any loose components.
- Are there any loose components inside the door?

Yes
REPAIR as necessary. TEST the system for normal operation.

No
GO to T2.

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T2 CHECK THE STRIKER ADJUSTMENT


- Check the adjustment of the striker. Refer to Doors, Hood and Trunk.
- Is the striker adjusted correctly?

Yes
GO to T3.

No
ADJUST the striker as necessary. TEST the system for normal operation.

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T3 CHECK THE DOOR ALIGNMENT


- Check the alignment of the door. Refer to Doors, Hood and Trunk.
- Is the door aligned correctly?

Yes
GO to T4.

No
ADJUST the door as necessary. TEST the system for normal operation.

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T4 CHECK THE LATCH OPERATION AFTER LUBRICATION


- Lubricate the door latch. Refer to Latch Lubrication Procedures.
- Using a screwdriver, fully close the latch (2 clicks).




- Operate the door latch and listen for the noise.
- Is the original noise still present after the latch is lubricated?

Yes
INSTALL a new door latch. REFER to Front Door Latch Front Door Latch or Rear Door Latch Rear Door Latch. TEST the system for normal operation.

No
The concern was caused by an insufficiently lubricated door latch.

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