Buick Encore: Squeaks and Rattles
DIAGNOSTIC INFORMATION AND PROCEDURES
SQUEAKS AND RATTLES
NOTE: Squeaks and rattles are caused by improperly controlled
relative motion
between vehicle components. There are 4 ways to prevent squeaks and
rattles.
- Attach the component that squeaks or rattles securely.
- Separate the components that squeak or rattle to prevent contact.
- Insulate the components that squeak or rattle.
- Insulate low uniform friction surfaces to eliminate stickslip motion.
SPECIAL TOOLS AND EQUIPMENT
SPECIAL TOOLS
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STRATEGY BASED DIAGNOSIS
The goal of Strategy Based Diagnosis is to provide guidance when you create a
plan of action for each specific
diagnostic situation. Following a similar plan for each diagnos
The following is an overview of instructions for the general information and
13 step System Verification
included in the Diagnostic System Check - Vehicle procedure.
Diagnostic Instructions
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NOTE: This is GENERAL information. This article is not
intended to be specific to any
unique situation or individual vehicle configuration. For model-specific
information see appropriate articles where available.
EXAMPLE #1 - VOLTAGE CONTROLLED DRIVER
These two known-good waveform patterns are from
Removal Procedure
Support the radiator and condenser from above using the upper brackets
on each side.
Raise the vehicle on a hoist. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle .
Remove the front tire and wheel assembly. Refer to Tire and Wheel
Removal and Installation .
Remove the drivetrain