Buick Encore: Squeaks and Rattles
Buick Encore 2012-2019 Service Manual / General Information & Maintenance / 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.
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If corrosion of the pinch-weld flange is present, or if sheet metal
repairs or
replacements are required, refinish the pinch-weld flange in order to
present a clean, primer-only surface.
If paint repairs are required, mask the flange bonding area, prior to
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