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Rattle from engine compartment...how to isolate?

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

  1. qdllc

    qdllc Senior Member

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    I've noticed a rattle that seems to come from the ICE. I can say I've heard it when the car's in EV mode, so I think it may be something loose that is tapping due to overall motor vibration. It sounds like a thin piece of metal tapping something else. Like loose paneling except metal, not plastic.

    I'm not sure how to replicate this with a Prius. With a car, you can rev an engine to get the same effect from motor vibration. A Prius would require I elevate the drive wheels because I doubt you could do jack in P or N.

    I've read the thread on the zip-tie fix, and I'll give it a try to see if that's what's causing the issue. I won't know until I get a chance to drive to town.
     
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    i did the zip tie trick a few weeks ago and it cured my rattle/buzz that was driving me bonkers. definitely give it a try.
     
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    What did they zip tie? H
     
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    IIRC, it was the bracket that holds the intake hose, just behind the passenger side headlight housing. Apparently it could be a loose fit and create a buzzing or vibration that would transmit along the fender and back to the firewall.

    SCH-I535
     
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    Thanks xliderider. H
     
  6. qdllc

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    I found what matched the pic in another thread, but it was at the front of the engine compartment. Still, I think the rattle on that side is gone. I have another one that seems to come from the driver's side. I'd like to track that one down and do something about it as well.