Symptom Chart

SYMPTOM CHART

Condition	Possible Sources	Action
Dust and water leaks	Body sealer missing. Openings in welds or body joints. Components not fully installed. Components missing. Components damaged.	REMOVE the affected trim. CHECK for leaks and SEAL with an appropriate sealer. ROAD TEST or WATER TEST the vehicle for leaks. RECHECK the trim for leaks. USE a light under the vehicle with the affected trim removed. CHECK the interior of the body at the joints and weld lines.
Dust/water leaks at the floor pan and the floor pan/bulkhead grommets	Missing or damaged plugs and/or grommets.	CHECK the floor pan plugs and/or grommets for correct installation. Install new plugs or grommets if necessary.
Door drain holes collecting water	Holes clogged with mud, road tar or leaves.	CLEAN drain holes of dirt and foreign material. CHECK drain holes regularly. TEST the system for normal operation.
Wind noise, air entering vehicle through small holes in body	Leaks at door and window seals or sheet metal joints in doors or door openings.	SEAL leaks with silicone gasket and sealant. ROAD TEST the vehicle to verify the concern is resolved.
Rattles	Loose objects in wells, pillars and quarter panels.	CHECK doors by carefully STRIKING underside of door with a rubber mallet. LISTEN for loose objects in door. REPAIR as necessary. TIGHTEN body bolts and screws.
	Misalignment (if tightening bolts do not eliminate rattles).	REFER to DOOR WINDOW GLASS ADJUSTMENT , DOOR ALIGNMENT , CONVERTIBLE TOP ASSEMBLY .
	Weather-stripping, anti-squeak material.	APPLY additional sealer. INSTALL in correct location(s) to eliminate rattle(s).