creaking noise

Matt N · 18-06-2003

My car has developed a creaking noise. It sounds like body creaking coming from the passenger door area. It only happens when changing speed, ie from stationary when I pull away there is a creak then when I change to 2nd gear and accelerate there is another creak.
Does anyone know what this is and what the fix is.
On the workshop disc there is section in fault diagnostics for front door creaking (S62) however I am unable to view it to see whether this is a similar fault.

Does anyone have any ideas.

panos.k · 18-06-2003

Maybe I shouldn't ask but have you checked any forgotten items in the boot or the door pockets that could move when accelerating?

Matt N · 18-06-2003

the door pocket, boot and glove box are empty.
The noise is definatly coming from the body/door.

Matt N · 18-06-2003

the door pocket, boot and glove box are empty.
The noise is definatly coming from the body/door.

panos.k · 18-06-2003

Hmmm....since the noise is coming from the door (when accelerating), it seems that there is something inside the door (hanging or otherwise), that moves. Now, this someting could be a lose screw of the power window, the door lock, maybe speaker..... If you hear it for a day or two, you should have it checked anyway

jomor · 18-06-2003

<blockquote>quote:<hr />Originally posted by Matt N:
the door pocket, boot and glove box are empty.
The noise is definatly coming from the body/door.<hr /></blockquote>Matt, take some thick grease, and put lots of it at the doors lock. You know, the hook that grabs on the car body when you close the door. Dont worry about it wink

Matt N · 18-06-2003

I have had the noise for about a month. Its a different type a noise to something moving about.
more of a creak than rattle or scrape.

Matt N · 18-06-2003

I have had the noise for about a month. Its a different type a noise to something moving about.
more of a creak than rattle or scrape.

jomor · 18-06-2003

<blockquote>quote:<hr />Originally posted by Matt N:
I have had the noise for about a month. Its a different type a noise to something moving about.
more of a creak than rattle or scrape.<hr /></blockquote>Matt, grease the lock, but with thick grease, do not use spray.

Matt N · 18-06-2003

<blockquote>quote:<hr />Originally posted by jomor:
 <blockquote>quote:<hr />Originally posted by Matt N:
the door pocket, boot and glove box are empty.
The noise is definatly coming from the body/door.<hr /></blockquote>Matt, take some thick grease, and put lots of it at the doors lock. You know, the hook that grabs on the car body when you close the door. Dont worry about it wink <hr /></blockquote>not quite sure about the double posting, anyway I will try the grease option.

Matt N · 18-06-2003

<blockquote>quote:<hr />Originally posted by Matt N:

On the workshop disc there is section in fault diagnostics for front door creaking (S62).<hr /></blockquote>Just out of interest does anyone know what this section on the workshop cd does say. I am curious.

jomor · 18-06-2003

<blockquote>quote:<hr />Originally posted by Matt N:
 <blockquote>quote:<hr />Originally posted by Matt N:

On the workshop disc there is section in fault diagnostics for front door creaking (S62).<hr /></blockquote>Just out of interest does anyone know what this section on the workshop cd does say. I am curious.<hr /></blockquote>I ll try to remember it when I get back home, and I ll let you know

Ahnea · 18-06-2003

<blockquote>quote:<hr />Originally posted by Matt N:
My car has developed a creaking noise. It sounds like body creaking coming from the passenger door area. It only happens when changing speed, ie from stationary when I pull away there is a creak then when I change to 2nd gear and accelerate there is another creak.
Does anyone know what this is and what the fix is.
On the workshop disc there is section in fault diagnostics for front door creaking (S62) however I am unable to view it to see whether this is a similar fault.

Does anyone have any ideas.<hr /></blockquote>My 147 front passenger door (I think) creaks (a little, bearable) only when pulling away in 1st gear and the front passenger seat belt squeaks when pulled (again bearable) but I'll ask the dealer on Friday when it's in for a service, will keep you posted.
BTW, where can I get a copy of the workshop disc?

Matt N · 18-06-2003

to man to send a Private message to is HansH

18-06-2003

i have similar creaking, but sounds like its coming from the dashboard, int he corner near to the door. please let me know if you find whats causing it. thanks.

18-06-2003

Listen what i have done with my bella...

1) Unscrew a little the hook of each door.

2) Move a bit the hook (very carefully),upper about 2 mm.

3)Screw the hook & then test (open/close) the door.

4)Notice that this will force the door to make a very little climb (hard to notice...) each time you close it. No problem. The noise will vanish.

Cheers

19-06-2003

Had the same symptoms a year ago. I was easily fixed with thick grease by the dealer!

Tormod

Ivo · 19-06-2003

Nem will like this: getting greased and fixed by a big garagist

wink

19-06-2003

he he he ... Alfa 147 is considered to be a very gay car in Norway ..

Matt N · 19-06-2003

<blockquote>quote:<hr />Originally posted by Tormod147:
he he he ... Alfa 147 is considered to be a very gay car in Norway ..<hr /></blockquote>THAT WOULD BE GAY AS IN HAPPY YES