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.
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