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PeteInLongBeach 08-14-2011 03:04 PM


Originally Posted by lucifuge (Post 4054695)
fark, ive this exact same rattle by all accounts of the OP. Very disappointing there was nothing learned from the experience to share.

I've had my car in at dealer and on 2 occasions the can't find it. They admit to hearing it, it's very distinct and metallic on rougher roads. Really sounds like a loose screw.
I've tried for ages to press/push on this and that to stop it and today I did!! If i pull the steering wheel towards me with a bit of force, it stops! What can it be???

There is a known issue with the instrument pod clips. There are a couple ways to alleviate it. Do a search on rattle and you will find it.

CFII 08-15-2011 12:22 PM

Well, the car is coming up on 4000 miles now since I bought it back in November. That main rattle has stayed gone, and all I get now is the occasional one on rough roads. I have no problems making Mazda fix them if they get too annoying or regular.

lucifuge 08-26-2011 07:28 AM


Originally Posted by CFII (Post 3821977)
I wish I could tell you what it was. They didnt tell me. I am sure that I could go back to the dealer and ask. When I picked up the car the guy that helped me didn't act like he knew much. I can say that its gone, and it must have been complicated since the tech called the Mazda tech reps a couple of times.

my car is back at the dealer now and they'll probably have it for a few days of next week. if you can please simply make a phone call and ask them what the the basic issue was and post here, I can pass on what they did to my local Mazda guys it would unbelievably helpful. They're really scratching their heads here at moment. help! im desperate

jasonrxeight 08-26-2011 08:20 AM

what I normally do when I hear rattle is to either downshift run a higher rpm enjoy the sound or crank up the radio.
you want rattle free? get a soft sedan.

Bladecutter 08-26-2011 03:55 PM


Originally Posted by jasonrxeight (Post 4063888)
you want rattle free? ride a bicycle.

Fixed it for ya.

BC.


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