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Touring Spoiler: Rattle

Discussion in 'Gen 2 Prius Care, Maintenance and Troubleshooting' started by 1PriusFan, Jul 14, 2008.

  1. 1PriusFan

    1PriusFan New Member

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    My 2008 Touring sounds a distinct rattle when driving over rough roads or a small ditch. I'm fairly sure it's the rear spoiler. The spoiler itself isn't loose to my touch; I tried holding the spoiler fin between my fingers and moving it up/down to check if it's not tight enough (it does not budge all that much).
    Anyone else seeing this? Should I take the car in as it's still under warranty?
     
    #1 1PriusFan, Jul 14, 2008
  2. dsetter

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    Check the compartment under the rear carpet to be sure there is nothing bouncing around. After that, you might want to recheck that spoiler. Ours makes a creaking noise when you move it by hand. That creak turns into a more sharp metalic thunk\crack noise. We dropped it at the dealer today (July 15) for a second attempt to cure the problem. The dealer's first try with double sided tape amd bolt tightening worked for 4 months. We do not and you should not use your spoiler to close the hatchback.

    I'll update you on our progress. Good luck with yours!
     
    #2 dsetter, Jul 15, 2008
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    They "tightened it" was all we got from the Service Rep. It is fixed - for now!
     
    #3 dsetter, Jul 15, 2008
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    Can we revisit the spoiler rattle?
     
    #4 smtrader, Sep 27, 2009
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    Can we revisit the spoiler rattle? My spoiler not only rattle, they are loose! Following Pat's suggestion, I removed the plastic covers and can see the 4 bolts, but it appears that there are also 2 round fasteners on each corner...both look stripped!

    So, what parts are these? Anyone tried replacing these? Could use some guidance. Want to DIM. :) Thanks.
     
    #5 smtrader, Sep 27, 2009
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