Interior Squeak Index Thread

stefan · 10-27-2011, 10:33 AM

INTERIOR SQUEAK / RATTLE / NOISE INDEX THREAD
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Please use this form for reporting issues:

Quote:

Location:
Noise description: (e.g., metallic, squeaks, how it's caused, etc.)
Fix method:
Warranty/BMW Service Action?
Thread link?

Resources / DIY Threads
- DIY: Rear deck lid squeak fix
- DIY: Rear panel silencing (near setbelt extender)
- DIY: Bentey guide - Rattle noise in dash near Radio

Material Recommendations
- 3M foam tape
- Gummi Fledge
- Krytox (like Gummi Fledge)

FRONT: DASHBOARD / CONSOLE / SCREEN / VENTS
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Location: glove box area
Noise description: squeaks over low speed and minor bumps
Fix method: put felt tape behind fuse box panel cover and reinstalled
Warranty/BMW Service? not used
Thread link? none

Location: glove box sliders and rear vents
Noise description: squeaks on high or low speed bumps
Fix method: felt tape to the locations
Warranty/BMW Service Action? Yes/fixed on warranty
Thread link? Sean05 in this thread

Location: centre of dash, near idrive screen
Noise description: rattling
Fix method: remove idrive screen (via the frame) and apply foam tape.
Warranty/BMW Service Action? N/A
Thread link? twinturbo's post in this thread.

Location: dashboard near radio/heating control unit
Noise description: rattling over rough roads
Fix method: see DIY here
Warranty/BMW Service Action? N/A
Thread link? suggestion from OC ///M

Location: dashboard area
Noise description: VERY LOUD vibration and buzzing when driving over certain lane dividers at less than 40 mph
Fix method: UNRESOLVED
Warranty/BMW Service Action? Dealer said it was the cupholders; applied felt tape. Unsuccessful.
Thread link? richpuer's post

Location: behind A/C vent
Noise description: rattling trim
Fix method: UNRESOLVED
Warranty/BMW Service Action? attempted replacement of A/C vent trim
Thread link? llis' post

SIDES: DOOR PANELS / SEATBELT BUTLER / B PILLAR
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Location: seatbelt butler / arm / extender / rear panel area
Noise description: rattles over minor bumps
Fix method: Variable solution: (1) Lagunae92's DIY post involving the rear panel and plastic holding loose speaker wire; (2) treat seals with gummiphledge or 3M friction tape. It could be either the seatbelt extender or loose speaker wire. See thread below.
Warranty/BMW Service Action? N/A
Thread link? netjack's thread

Location: passenger side panel, between the two side compartments
Noise description: noticeable squeaking, sounded like a styrofoam being squeezed/pressed against something tight
Fix method: dealership replaced door panel
Warranty/BMW Service? covered by BMW
Thread link? motosan's post

Location: Driver's side door panel directly behind and adjacent to the speaker.
Noise description: Noticeable, almost constant rattle/ticking.
Fix method: Removed door panel and secured loose wiring harness behind door panel. It looked like a factory clip to secure the wiring harness was installed but never secured to prevent the wiring harness from moving and vibrating. Noise is completely gone and door panel is tight and silent.
Warranty/BMW Service Action? None. Self-fix in about 10 minutes.
Thread link? Fsarc's post

ROOF: HEADLINER / SUNROOF / LIGHTING / CONTROLS
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Location: headliner
Noise description: creaking and rattling when pulling in/out of driveway
Fix method: unscrewed the back part of the headliner and put some tape up there on some pieces that stick out, and also put the screws back in less tight. May also require B-pillar replacement.
Warranty/BMW Service? Ordered new B-pillar.
Thread link? lagunae92's post and m3maniac20's post

Location: CIC iDrive controller knob
Noise: Rattle over rough roads, or from exhaust resonance
Fix: Slide a silicon rubber band (the thin black ones girls use for trying their hair) in between the gap between the black spinning ring and the top cover. Then spray dry lubricant (PTFE) between the top cover gap, and also the 4-way stalk gap. Let dry and wipe off residue. Together these 2 fixes removed 80% of the rattle noise.

REAR: SEATS / SHELF / VENTS / CONSOLE
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Location: rear shelf
Noise description: squeaking
Fix method: DIY here - reinstall rear shelf/deck with foam tape and weatherseal
Warranty/BMW Service? Not used
Thread link? rear deck silencing

Location: Rear speaker shelf
Noise: Loud creak when going over bumps, especially when both rear wheels don't go over at the same time
Fix: Aside from the usual rear shelf fixes, also spray liberal amounts of white lithium grease onto the rear seat latching mechanisms.

Location: rear vent, in front of rear seats
Noise description: rattle, can be caused by tapping the rear trim
Fix method: UNRESOLVED
Warranty/BMW Service Action? None
Thread link? FifthStreetz's post

Location: E92 rear center console
Noise: Creaking over bumps and uneven roads
Fix: Use dry lubricant spray (PTFE) liberally on the seam between the front and rear sections, and also along the seams to the air vent section. Let dry, then wipe off residue. Fixed 90% of the noise.

Grail05 · 10-27-2011, 11:13 AM

Noise description: squeaks on high or low speed and bumps..
Location: glove box... slider, rear vents.
Fix method: felt tape
Warranty/BMW Service Action? WARRANTY FIX
Thread link?

Lagunae92 · 10-27-2011, 05:46 PM

Do a search for a few DIYs on felting and squeak reduction. I know I personally have a rear vent one on here, and have commented on how to fix the dash rattles quite a few times. Good idea!

stefan · 10-27-2011, 05:56 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Lagunae92

Do a search for a few DIYs on felting and squeak reduction. I know I personally have a rear vent one on here, and have commented on how to fix the dash rattles quite a few times. Good idea!

Yes I've got part of yours up there.. any follow up on that situation?

Lagunae92 · 10-28-2011, 03:36 AM

http://www.m3post.com/forums/showthr...ghlight=Parcel

Lagunae92 · 10-28-2011, 03:37 AM

http://www.m3post.com/forums/showthr...04#post9640504

Rear deck creak

stefan · 10-28-2011, 08:17 AM

Thanks; updated.

klammer · 10-28-2011, 02:23 PM

Great thread

stefan · 11-07-2011, 12:28 PM

Anyone else having potential issues from the glove box door itself? Is this corrected by the sliders?

twin turbo · 11-08-2011, 03:57 PM

My car has a rattle in the center of the dash. It appears to me to be the plastic frame around the iDrive screen. I am going to try and remove it and see if the rattle goes away. It stops when I apply pressure to the center of the dash itself. Anybody else experience this?

Lagunae92 · 11-08-2011, 04:46 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by twin turbo

My car has a rattle in the center of the dash. It appears to me to be the plastic frame around the iDrive screen. I am going to try and remove it and see if the rattle goes away. It stops when I apply pressure to the center of the dash itself. Anybody else experience this?

Yes, super easy fix. Remove the screen and apply felt/foam tape

THE TECH · 11-08-2011, 04:48 PM

Lotta squeaks. Hope this isn't the norm.

stefan · 11-08-2011, 06:15 PM

Updated! Hoping this gets stickied. I'll keep the original post updated as much as possible.

Fsarc · 11-08-2011, 08:38 PM

Location: Driver's side door panel directly behind and adjacent to the speaker.
Noise description: Noticeable, almost constant rattle/ticking.
Fix method: Removed door panel and secured loose wiring harness behind door panel. It looked like a factory clip to secure the wiring harness was installed but never secured to prevent the wiring harness from moving and vibrating. Noise is completely gone and door panel is tight and silent.
Warranty/BMW Service Action? None. Self-fix in about 10 minutes.
Thread link? None

twin turbo · 11-11-2011, 12:24 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Lagunae92

Yes, super easy fix. Remove the screen and apply felt/foam tape

Will do. Thanks.

stefan · 12-07-2011, 09:48 AM

I've got one that sounds like near the dashboard behind the steering wheel... any ideas?

stefan · 12-15-2011, 10:44 AM

Updated

ES_TRADER · 12-15-2011, 10:50 AM

wish they would sticky this in the main section...get more views and possibly more ideas for fixes

stefan · 12-15-2011, 11:24 AM

I sent a message to a mod to sticky though I'm not sure if that is the appropriate procedure. Not sure how to go about such a thing.

nusevad · 01-17-2012, 11:25 AM

I got a rattle coming from the rear vent that is front of the rear seats. Sound can be made when lightly tapping the trim.

RichMattB · 01-18-2012, 07:54 PM

Incredibly valuable thread. I have several of the squeaks listed.

Thanks very much for your time!

stefan · 01-18-2012, 08:40 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by RichMattB

Incredibly valuable thread. I have several of the squeaks listed.

Thanks very much for your time!

You are very welcome. I think this thread is necessary given the lower interior build quality of the E92. I found my E46 to be bulletproof.

10-27-2011, 11:13 AM	#2
Grail05 Putcha ang ganda... 279 Rep 5,441 Posts Drives: 17 F82 M4 Join Date: Feb 2010 Location: Los Angeles, Brea CA. iTrader: (10)	Noise description: squeaks on high or low speed and bumps.. Location: glove box... slider, rear vents. Fix method: felt tape Warranty/BMW Service Action? WARRANTY FIX Thread link? __________________
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10-27-2011, 05:46 PM	#3
Lagunae92 Captain 74 Rep 753 Posts Drives: BMW e92 M3 Laguna Seca Blue Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: Long Beach iTrader: (0)	Do a search for a few DIYs on felting and squeak reduction. I know I personally have a rear vent one on here, and have commented on how to fix the dash rattles quite a few times. Good idea! __________________ 2009 e92 M3 Individual Laguna Seca Blue\|Black Novillo\|DCT\|19"rims\|Carbon Leather\|Premium\|Tech.\|Heated Seats\|Prem. Sound\|iPod\| Mods: \|Electronic Performance Steering Wheel\|ZCP CF Spoiler\|ZCP CF Spliters\|ZCP CF Mirrors\|Edition Front Grilles\|Edition Side Grilles\|BMW Performance Brake Handle\|3D Design Pedals\| Style Rumore Exhaust\|H&R Springs\|LCI Tails\|Challenge CF Door Panels\|
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10-28-2011, 03:36 AM	#5
Lagunae92 Captain 74 Rep 753 Posts Drives: BMW e92 M3 Laguna Seca Blue Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: Long Beach iTrader: (0)	http://www.m3post.com/forums/showthr...ghlight=Parcel __________________ 2009 e92 M3 Individual Laguna Seca Blue\|Black Novillo\|DCT\|19"rims\|Carbon Leather\|Premium\|Tech.\|Heated Seats\|Prem. Sound\|iPod\| Mods: \|Electronic Performance Steering Wheel\|ZCP CF Spoiler\|ZCP CF Spliters\|ZCP CF Mirrors\|Edition Front Grilles\|Edition Side Grilles\|BMW Performance Brake Handle\|3D Design Pedals\| Style Rumore Exhaust\|H&R Springs\|LCI Tails\|Challenge CF Door Panels\|
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10-28-2011, 03:37 AM	#6
Lagunae92 Captain 74 Rep 753 Posts Drives: BMW e92 M3 Laguna Seca Blue Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: Long Beach iTrader: (0)	http://www.m3post.com/forums/showthr...04#post9640504 Rear deck creak __________________ 2009 e92 M3 Individual Laguna Seca Blue\|Black Novillo\|DCT\|19"rims\|Carbon Leather\|Premium\|Tech.\|Heated Seats\|Prem. Sound\|iPod\| Mods: \|Electronic Performance Steering Wheel\|ZCP CF Spoiler\|ZCP CF Spliters\|ZCP CF Mirrors\|Edition Front Grilles\|Edition Side Grilles\|BMW Performance Brake Handle\|3D Design Pedals\| Style Rumore Exhaust\|H&R Springs\|LCI Tails\|Challenge CF Door Panels\|
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10-28-2011, 08:17 AM	#7
stefan Brigadier General 2350 Rep 4,253 Posts Drives: M2 Comp Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: North iTrader: (2)	Thanks; updated. __________________ ///M Power
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10-28-2011, 02:23 PM	#8
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11-07-2011, 12:28 PM	#9
stefan Brigadier General 2350 Rep 4,253 Posts Drives: M2 Comp Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: North iTrader: (2)	Anyone else having potential issues from the glove box door itself? Is this corrected by the sliders? __________________ ///M Power
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11-08-2011, 03:57 PM	#10
twin turbo Second Lieutenant 36 Rep 276 Posts Drives: 2020 M340i xdrive Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: Denver, CO iTrader: (0)	How about a dash rattle? My car has a rattle in the center of the dash. It appears to me to be the plastic frame around the iDrive screen. I am going to try and remove it and see if the rattle goes away. It stops when I apply pressure to the center of the dash itself. Anybody else experience this? __________________ 2020 BMW M340i xdrive 2016 BMW M4 (sold) 2015 BMW M4 (sold) 2014 Audi RS5 (sold) 2012 Audi TT RS (sold)
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11-08-2011, 04:48 PM	#12
THE TECH BimmerPost Supporting Vendor 307 Rep 13,093 Posts Drives: BPMsport 2012 E92 M3 Join Date: Jun 2011 Location: Kansas iTrader: (45) Garage List 2013 Nissan GTR [0.00] 2019 Sierra Denali ... [0.00] 1999 Nissan Silvia [0.00] 1999 Nissan Skyline ... [0.00] 1998 Toyota Supra [0.00]	Lotta squeaks. Hope this isn't the norm.
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11-08-2011, 06:15 PM	#13
stefan Brigadier General 2350 Rep 4,253 Posts Drives: M2 Comp Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: North iTrader: (2)	Updated! Hoping this gets stickied. I'll keep the original post updated as much as possible. __________________ ///M Power
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11-08-2011, 08:38 PM	#14
Fsarc Lieutenant 56 Rep 420 Posts Drives: 2011.5 E92 M3 LMB Join Date: Nov 2007 Location: BC-Northern NJ iTrader: (3)	Location: Driver's side door panel directly behind and adjacent to the speaker. Noise description: Noticeable, almost constant rattle/ticking. Fix method: Removed door panel and secured loose wiring harness behind door panel. It looked like a factory clip to secure the wiring harness was installed but never secured to prevent the wiring harness from moving and vibrating. Noise is completely gone and door panel is tight and silent. Warranty/BMW Service Action? None. Self-fix in about 10 minutes. Thread link? None
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12-07-2011, 09:48 AM	#16
stefan Brigadier General 2350 Rep 4,253 Posts Drives: M2 Comp Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: North iTrader: (2)	I've got one that sounds like near the dashboard behind the steering wheel... any ideas? __________________ ///M Power
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12-15-2011, 10:44 AM	#17
stefan Brigadier General 2350 Rep 4,253 Posts Drives: M2 Comp Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: North iTrader: (2)	Updated __________________ ///M Power
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12-15-2011, 10:50 AM	#18
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stefan Brigadier General 2350 Rep 4,253 Posts Drives: M2 Comp Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: North iTrader: (2)	I sent a message to a mod to sticky though I'm not sure if that is the appropriate procedure. Not sure how to go about such a thing. __________________ ///M Power
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01-18-2012, 07:54 PM	#21
RichMattB Private First Class 12 Rep 136 Posts Drives: e90 ///M3, e70 X5 4.8i Join Date: May 2009 Location: NE USA iTrader: (0)	Incredibly valuable thread. I have several of the squeaks listed. Thanks very much for your time!
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