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My 2016 Z06 convertible has developed a noticeable rattle in the dash area. Very evident to me when on rougher roads. Any options to locate and eliminate it?
I've got the same issue with my 17 Z. Last I did a search, a lot of folks have had the same concern with no concrete fix. Some folks have had some luck by stuffing a foam piece in the gap between the plastic and glass in the dash cluster.
I would suggest removing the entirely of the driver's side dashboard fascia (not actually as big of a job as one might expect as long as you take your time) as well as the dash pod; buy some non-vulcanizing/non-setting butyl-based strip caulk like this stuff made by ProForm: http://ca.proformproducts.com/en/pro...m-strip-caulk/ as well as some silicon based grease.
To remove squeaks from the dash pod, you'll want to run a 'bead' of the caulk around the seam between the plastic window on front and the black back half. Try to work it in between the seam, as the squeaking is from the two grades of plastic front and rear rubbing against each other.
To remove squeaks from the dash itself, first remove the HUD controls (they pop out with a metal clip) and gack them up with the caulk and put them back in - that thing rattled like hell on my car from new. Then find any other parts of the fascia that will make any noise when wiggled - basically everything that's plugged into or attached to the main black plastic mass, like the clips that hold onto the chromed metal strips and the start button.
Grease all the metal clips with the silicon paste and put antiseize on any of the metal dash bolts. This will numb any vibrations. I'd also suggest sandwiching some very thin pieces of caulk between the metal strips that fit under the leather 'stingray'.
I had rattles in my dash and used double sided tape and a strip of double sided insulation tape combination to stop the rattle. Stone cold silence now. When you close the door, the door puts pressure on the side of the dash where the tape is all is good with mine.
Here is a picture of the tape and of the tape applied to the side of the dash.
I would suggest removing the entirely of the driver's side dashboard fascia (not actually as big of a job as one might expect as long as you take your time) as well as the dash pod; buy some non-vulcanizing/non-setting butyl-based strip caulk like this stuff made by ProForm: http://ca.proformproducts.com/en/pro...m-strip-caulk/ as well as some silicon based grease.
To remove squeaks from the dash pod, you'll want to run a 'bead' of the caulk around the seam between the plastic window on front and the black back half. Try to work it in between the seam, as the squeaking is from the two grades of plastic front and rear rubbing against each other.
To remove squeaks from the dash itself, first remove the HUD controls (they pop out with a metal clip) and gack them up with the caulk and put them back in - that thing rattled like hell on my car from new. Then find any other parts of the fascia that will make any noise when wiggled - basically everything that's plugged into or attached to the main black plastic mass, like the clips that hold onto the chromed metal strips and the start button.
Grease all the metal clips with the silicon paste and put antiseize on any of the metal dash bolts. This will numb any vibrations. I'd also suggest sandwiching some very thin pieces of caulk between the metal strips that fit under the leather 'stingray'.
Is there any guidance on the Forum on how to do this? Also, will it open up enough of an opening that I can see what's rattling inside when I go over an uneven surface, mostly only under 40 mph (above the speedometer somewhere...may in fact be from the HUD), or is this only going to help with squeaks?
- and just stopped before actually removing the HVAC controls et all. If you don't remove the gauge pod the car should stilll be driveable with most of the leather sections taken out.
Let us know what you find out. Looks like this might be a more prevalent issue than I thought. Maybe there's some recourse.
The write up instructions above are good if you really want to dive into it yourself, or are out of warranty. While i do like working on my car, diving deep into the dash area is something I would just as soon avoid. I did take my car in for a “final check” before the three year bumper to bumper expired. The dealer was happy to search out and fix the rattle in the car. Things “coming loose” or causing rattling noises would seem to be a workmanship issue that should be a warranty item.
steve
Bit of an old thread, but I used this Youtube video and just stopped before actually removing the HVAC controls et all. If you don't remove the gauge pod the car should stilll be driveable with most of the leather sections taken out.
Wow. Very informative!
I learned that there's NO WAY I'm doing that to my car! I'll let the pro's do it. But a few minor items would be aided by that video if I ever need it. Thanks.
12-13-2018, 01:52 PM
Rattle now. Any fixes?
