Unknown Kalampag (Not Suspension-related)

[jut703]

My 2004 Mazda 3 has developed a rattle that can be heard when the rear left tire passes through a road imperfection. It sounds like there's something in the trunk that's bouncing around.

Of course, first thing I did was empty my trunk - rattle was still there. Then, I removed the jack, spare tire, and all tools, rattle was still there. I checked all clips, rattle was still there.

Next step was to have the suspension checked. I changed my shocks, but the rattle was still there. I even changed my stab links, but rattle remained (waste of money oh well). I also tried a new shock mount, new shock boot, and new lateral links, but the problem still persisted.

I already had 2 shops look at the suspension and both said that it was fine. So now, I'm quite stuck as I dunno what to check next.

One shop suggested that there might be some screws stuck in between the metal panels of the car that shakes around when passing through road ruts. Oddly enough, we can't reproduce the problem by bouncing the rear when it's stopped. You only hear it when the car is moving and the left rear tire passes encounters potholes.

If anyone has any idea on what the problem could be, or could suggest a shop that specializes on issues like this, I'd gladly appreciate the help. [emoji4]


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[sirkosero]

My cousin had a similar problem but for a 2008 city. Car stayed weeks sa casa and also sa honda spa. Never found the problem.

Then dinala nya sa cruven. May naipit pala maliit na bato somwhere sa suspension arms. Tinanggal lang yung bato. Okay na.

[Monty]

Have you checked the exhaust? Could be a worn out exhaust mount.

[jut703]

My cousin had a similar problem but for a 2008 city. Car stayed weeks sa casa and also sa honda spa. Never found the problem.

Then dinala nya sa cruven. May naipit pala maliit na bato somwhere sa suspension arms. Tinanggal lang yung bato. Okay na.

Thanks for the tip. How's the pricing of Cruven? Might bring it there for diagnosis.

Have you checked the exhaust? Could be a worn out exhaust mount.

Had it checked already, the rubber mounts are still in good condition.


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[oj88]

Other things to look at is the trunk mechanism (hinge/latch), tailights, bumper mounts/clips... technically, everything that isn't welded on.

On older cars, body flexing or body panels moving against its mount because of flexing, can sometimes cause creaks and 'tick' noises when certain corners of the vehicle is subjected to stress.

This may sound funny and draconian but have you tried locking yourself or an assistant inside the trunk and have you/someone drive the car (carefully) over a pothole? That will help localize the source of the rattle. But do this in a controlled environment (parking lot, driveway, or a seldom-used street).

[jut703]

This may sound funny and draconian but have you tried locking yourself or an assistant inside the trunk and have you/someone drive the car (carefully) over a pothole? That will help localize the source of the rattle. But do this in a controlled environment (parking lot, driveway, or a seldom-used street).

Funny, but we actually tried that out of desperation. To be a bit humane though, I opened the 60/40 split rear seats to get some air into the trunk. [emoji16]

The guy isolated the noise to the left rear quarter panel. We tried checking all the suspension bits and they checked out fine.


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[oj88]

What did the noise sound like (tick, bang, tok, etc.)? How do you reporduce it or what kinds of bumps/potholes does it respond to and at what speed?

Is it a one-time tick or does it dribble?

Describe it as detailed as possible.

[sirkosero]

Thanks for the tip. How's the pricing of Cruven? Might bring it there for diagnosis

My cousin just gave a tip to the mehanic. Check up lang daw ginawa sabi ng mechanic

[gundam]

Disc brake ba rear nyan.
In my sentra, although sa front, rattling sound pag nag loose na yung pin ng caliper?

[jut703]

I tried riding the brakes while going through potholes - no difference compared to no brakes. May kalampag pa rin. [emoji20]


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[screws]

i read the whole thread but i still couldnt visualize where exactly is the rattling sound youre talking about. so id go with stupid answer... seatbelt hitting something... :D

[RomeoAlpha]

i do not have any mazda, pero i noticed sa vios ko is the rattling sound came from the headlights. tumatama sa bakal ng body.

so it might be good to check ung mounting ng lights (break, trunk and other) baka maluwag or worn out na ung gasket. silicone sealant might help.

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i do not have any mazda, pero i noticed sa vios ko is the rattling sound came from the headlights. tumatama sa bakal ng body.

so it might be good to check ung mounting ng lights (break, trunk and other) baka maluwag or worn out na ung gasket. silicone sealant might help.

[Stigg ma]

i do not have any mazda, pero i noticed sa vios ko is the rattling sound came from the headlights. tumatama sa bakal ng body.

so it might be good to check ung mounting ng lights (break, trunk and other) baka maluwag or worn out na ung gasket. silicone sealant might help.

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i do not have any mazda, pero i noticed sa vios ko is the rattling sound came from the headlights. tumatama sa bakal ng body.

so it might be good to check ung mounting ng lights (break, trunk and other) baka maluwag or worn out na ung gasket. silicone sealant might help.

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[dr. d]

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i googled for a picture of the mazda3 rear suspension..
ang daming turnilyo!!
... checked them all, i suppose..?

[jut703]

i do not have any mazda, pero i noticed sa vios ko is the rattling sound came from the headlights. tumatama sa bakal ng body.

so it might be good to check ung mounting ng lights (break, trunk and other) baka maluwag or worn out na ung gasket. silicone sealant might help.

May silicone sealant na yung rear tail lamp ko, pinalagay ko nung nagkaleak yung kanan and pinasok ng water yung tail lamp assembly. Now, both tail lamps are sealed and hindi na pinapasok ng water.

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i googled for a picture of the mazda3 rear suspension..
ang daming turnilyo!!
... checked them all, i suppose..?

I've had each bolt and nut re-torqued countless times, ganun pa rin.

The rattle isn't particularly noisy - you'll only notice it if you drive the car everyday with the radio off. Nakaka-OC lang talaga since noone can seem to figure out where it's coming from. It just sounds like things rattling in the trunk, even if my trunk is empty.


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[jut703]

i read the whole thread but i still couldnt visualize where exactly is the rattling sound youre talking about. so id go with stupid answer... seatbelt hitting something... :D

Rear left quarter panel. Taas ng wheel well ng rear left wheel, sa may trunk.


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[jut703]

Finally solved my rattling!!! I noticed that even though there's a sound when my brakes are on, it sounds different compared from when I'm not stepping on the brakes.

Brought the car to Cruven Makati and asked them to check the brakes. They disassembled the caliper assembly and found that the brake pad was not snugly
fit into the housing. They welded the pad's edges to make it fit snugly. And poof! No more rattle!

Problem solved for only 350 pesos. Unfortunately I also spent 2.2k for new stab links, but that's part of the learning. Thanks to all those who chimed in their suggestions. [emoji106]🏼


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[3GEMS]

Finally solved my rattling!!! I noticed that even though there's a sound when my brakes are on, it sounds different compared from when I'm not stepping on the brakes.

Brought the car to Cruven Makati and asked them to check the brakes. They disassembled the caliper assembly and found that the brake pad was not snugly
fit into the housing. They welded the pad's edges to make it fit snugly. And poof! No more rattle!

Problem solved for only 350 pesos. Unfortunately I also spent 2.2k for new stab links, but that's part of the learning. Thanks to all those who chimed in their suggestions. [emoji106]🏼


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What branch of cruven that solved your problem? Baka dayuhin, more than 1 year ko na hinahanap itong rattle sa fiesya ko front rigjt suspension, it rattles also sa rough road like lumang asphalt na magaspang na pero wala kalampag sa malalaking potholes or lubak

[jut703]

What branch of cruven that solved your problem? Baka dayuhin, more than 1 year ko na hinahanap itong rattle sa fiesya ko front rigjt suspension, it rattles also sa rough road like lumang asphalt na magaspang na pero wala kalampag sa malalaking potholes or lubak

Bro sorry just read this now. Replied to your PM as well.

Just to add to what I told you, while Cruven Makati was able to remedy my problem, their diagnosis was much much quicker simply because I told them where to look. With that, I'd advise you to try to single out the problem and be as detailed when describing when your problems occur, and be sure to make it show on a test drive. Be more observant when you drive your car on a daily basis so you can tell them exactly where the sound seems to be coming from.


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[_Cathy_]

Maganda pala talaga sa Cruven

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