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PINPOINT TEST T : Squeak-Rattle-Chucking Noise From Door

  1. T1 CHECK FOR ANY LOOSE COMPONENTS

    • Inspect inside the door for any loose components.

    Are there any loose components inside the door? 

    Yes  REPAIR as necessary.
    No  GO to  T2.
  2. T2 CHECK THE STRIKER ADJUSTMENT

    • Check the adjustment of the striker.

    Is the striker adjusted correctly? 

    Yes  GO to  T3.
    No  ADJUST the striker as necessary.
  3. T3 CHECK THE DOOR ALIGNMENT

    Is the door aligned correctly? 

    Yes  GO to  T4.
    No  ADJUST the door as necessary.
  4. T4 CHECK THE LATCH OPERATION AFTER LUBRICATION

    • 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  or Rear Door Latch .
    No  The concern was caused by an insufficiently lubricated door latch.