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Interior Windnoise

Interior Windnoise

WARNING: Refer to Assistant Driving Caution.

Interior Windnoise is not heard when the window is lowered. Interior Windnoise is caused by the air leaving the inside of the vehicle through a seal or a seam.

1. Tape over the relief valves to cause added air pressure within the vehicle.
2. Test drive the vehicle and listen for Windnoise or a whistle.
3. Pull the vehicle over and make the temporary repairs using masking tape. If you cannot determine the source of the Windnoise, perform one or more of the following diagnostic tests:
^ [Air Pressure Test] Air Pressure Test
^ [Soap Suds or Bubble Test] Soap Suds or Bubble Test
^ [Tracing Powder or Chalk Test] Tracing Powder or Chalk Test