If possible keep the thread clean and random chatter to a minimum.
1/ Exhaust rattle upon ignition (@ 6 months old)
Symptoms:
1. The car makes a ‘squeek’ or ‘rattle’ upon ignition.
2. While still in PARKED position, after about 30 seconds, the car makes a loud rattle that seems to come from under the engine bay.
3. It usually happens when I start the car for the first time. It doesn’t happen again, either immediately after or for the rest of the day.
4. The engine/transmission does feel a bit “rattly” when driving off, but feels normal for the rest of the day.
5. If I rev the engine a little after first start, as I ease off the pedal the rattle appears.
Again this goes off gradually and the car behaves normally.
6. The car drives and behaves normally for the rest of the day.
Cause and Repair:
They found a loose gasket in the exhaust. Replaced under warranty.
From under the car – sound is more direct:
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Slightly revving the engine:
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2/ Squeaky/Rattling suspension from the rear (around 50,000km)
Symptoms:
1. Squeaking/rattling coming from the rear going over speed bumps and rough roads.
2. Seems to get worse gradually over time.
3. Sound is more direct from inside than the outside.
4. In my case, isolated to only when the rear LH wheel.
Cause and repair:
Rubber seal in the top mount of the shock absorber is a bit dry and has some grit around it. Found to still be in good condition.
Cleaned up the seal and lubricated it.
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Hope this is helpful.
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