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Old 08-03-2013, 08:56 PM
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I have a small "clinking" sound coming from behind the passenger seat or maybe near the deck lid strut. It is not constant. It does it in different circumstances. The strut is secure. Any ideas?
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An unbuckled passenger seatbelt can rattle against plastic side panel. Especially at speed with the window down.

Just keep it buckled.

Or try this $7 solution: http://forums.corvetteforum.com/c6-c...-flapping.html

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It has to do with the fuel system like a purge relay or something like that. It normal. I hear mine occasionally too.
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It does it even with the wife buckled in passenger seat. Fuel system relay? This is our fifth C6 and second Z06. Never had this issue before. It came on after about the first 1500 miles.
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If thats what it actually is its not an issue.
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If it is under warranty take it to the dealer.
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Originally Posted by budgreen3564
I have a small "clinking" sound coming from behind the passenger seat or maybe near the deck lid strut. It is not constant. It does it in different circumstances. The strut is secure. Any ideas?
I pulled my Tee top off for a day . The clicking disappeared , its never returned when installed .
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There's a difference between a "clink" and a "click".
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While I grow older my hearing deteriorates. Mostly from decades in the big rig.

The bad news is conversations are difficult to participate in and the good news is my c6 is noise free other than the Corsa Sports.

So I guess I am making lemonade out of lemons. Even the dreaded cowl buzz is not heard except by the occasional passenger.
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Originally Posted by budgreen3564
I have a small "clinking" sound coming from behind the passenger seat or maybe near the deck lid strut. It is not constant. It does it in different circumstances. The strut is secure. Any ideas?
Stop toasting your wife/GF/SO with champagne while you're driving, and be sure to remove the glasses when you get out.
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Originally Posted by budgreen3564
I have a small "clinking" sound coming from behind the passenger seat or maybe near the deck lid strut. It is not constant. It does it in different circumstances. The strut is secure. Any ideas?
budgreen3564,

Hello and apologies for the clinking sound that you're experiencing. I'm sure this is displeasing for you. Have you contacted your local dealer regarding a service visit? We'd be happy to monitor the diagnosis on your behalf. Feel free to contact us privately if you need assistance!

Sincerely,

William R. (assisting Kelly & Marissa)
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budgreen3564,

Hello and apologies for the clinking sound that you're experiencing. I'm sure this is displeasing for you. Have you contacted your local dealer regarding a service visit? We'd be happy to monitor the diagnosis on your behalf. Feel free to contact us privately if you need assistance!

Sincerely,

William R. (assisting Kelly & Marissa)
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I haven't yet, but thanks.
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Originally Posted by Boomer111
While I grow older my hearing deteriorates. Mostly from decades in the big rig.

The bad news is conversations are difficult to participate in and the good news is my c6 is noise free other than the Corsa Sports.

So I guess I am making lemonade out of lemons. Even the dreaded cowl buzz is not heard except by the occasional passenger.
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brake relay. there is a click everytime you step on the brakes... not sure if the car has to be started... not so noticeable after catless headers and borla mufflers
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not saying that's it... just trying to help. Good luck
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IT sounds like roof noise which is a Corvette hallmark.

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