Pinpoint Test S: Squeak/Rattle/Chucking Noise From Door

Handles, Locks, Latches and Entry Systems

Pinpoint Tests

Pinpoint Test S: Squeak/Rattle/Chucking Noise From Door

This pinpoint test is intended to diagnose the following:

- Door alignment
- Striker adjustment
- Door latch

PINPOINT TEST S: SQUEAK/RATTLE/CHUCKING NOISE FROM DOOR

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S1 CHECK FOR ANY LOOSE COMPONENTS

- Remove the door trim panel. Refer to Interior Trim and Ornamentation Service and Repair or Service and Repair.
- Inspect inside the door for any loose components.
- Are there any loose components inside the door?

Yes
REPAIR as necessary. TEST the system for normal operation.

No
GO to S2.

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S2 CHECK THE STRIKER ADJUSTMENT

- Check the adjustment of the striker. Refer to Body Closures Striker Adjustment.
- Is the striker adjusted correctly?

Yes
GO to S3.

No
ADJUST the striker as necessary. TEST the system for normal operation.

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S3 CHECK THE DOOR ALIGNMENT

- Check the alignment of the door. Refer to Body Closures Front Door Alignment or Adjustments.
- Is the door aligned correctly?

Yes
GO to S4.

No
ADJUST the door as necessary. TEST the system for normal operation.

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S4 CHECK THE LATCH OPERATION AFTER LUBRICATION

- Lubricate the door latch. Refer to Latch Lubrication Procedures.
- Using a screwdriver, fully close the latch (2 clicks).




- Operate the door latch and listen for the noise.
- Is the original noise still present after the latch is lubricated?

Yes
INSTALL a new door latch. REFER to Front Door Latch Front Door Latch or Door Latch - Rear, Crew Cab Door Latch - Rear, Crew Cab. TEST the system for normal operation.

No
The concern was caused by an insufficiently lubricated door latch.

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