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Rattle from fuse block (under steering column).

Discussion in 'Gen 3 Prius Care, Maintenance & Troubleshooting' started by qdllc, Aug 1, 2014.

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    qdllc Senior Member

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    I located the rattle as coming from the fuse block. Gentle pressure on it with the toe of my shoe stops it, but I don't know how to best eliminate it. Anyone else come across this?
     
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    qdllc Senior Member

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    Today, I removed the bolt securing the fuse block to its support. Basically, if I gently shake it (bolt attached) I hear a tapping higher up in the dashboard. I can't see it, though.

    I pushed the fuse block so that it's mounting brace went BEHIND the place it screws in (normally, it's in front). I had to put the bolt in from the back to secure it. The extra 1/2 inch is repositions the fuse block seems to solve the problem. I will know later this week if the rattle does not come back. If so, I'll need a matching nut and washer so I can redo the mounting bolt as it should be. I'll post pics if it works out.