Panel Under Door Sill Squeaking

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  1. daisy555

    daisy555 Senior Member

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    Just curious if anyone else has this issue. I was reaching in to grab a bag on the floor and my shin gently touched the door sill. I heard a high pitched squeaking that startled me. It’s actually the panel along both front and back doors that squeaks. Any ideas? Fortunately it’s not happening when I’m driving. Maybe a clamp is loose. Thanks

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    Trollbait It's a D&D thing

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    Is it repeatable? In just the one spot?
    Could be you just happened to move it in a way not planned for and doesn't happen outside you doing what you did. Unless you start using it as a musical instrument, it could be fine.
     
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    Ha! Yes I could join a street band. It occurs along the entire panel under both passenger doors. I just went to take a photo for someone who was confused about the location and it wasn’t as loud this time. I’ll leave it alone and maybe it will magically go away.
     
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    Could be brought on by moisture, and will be gone when the spot dries out.