C30 Metallic Rattle

super josh · Apr 9th, 2017, 10:02

Hi Folks,

Our C30 has developed a metallic rattle when going over bumps, it's coming from the underside. I put it up on ramps and had a poke around and at first, I thought it was one of the heatshields, but after removing and re-attaching the noise is still there and the sound hasn't changed at all. I found some flakes of rust in the end of the tailpipe and wonder if it could be a corroding baffle that is starting to rattle?

Do any of you more experienced people have any more suggestions on how to diagnose the rattle or ideas on the usual culprits?

Thanks very much,

Josh

StatusRed · Apr 9th, 2017, 13:36

Does it sound like it's coming from the rear? When I first got my car I experienced a rattling, check http://www.volvoforums.org.uk/showthread.php?t=239183 and http://www.volvoforums.org.uk/showthread.php?t=249780

It was fixed by fitting OEM Volvo rear brake pads and applying the handbrake as per the manual (footbrake down when pulling up the handbrake).

I hope that helps.

super josh · Apr 16th, 2017, 13:10

I thought that I would update this thread to help anyone else who searches for this problem in the future. Firstly I would like to thank StatusRed for taking the time and effort to post the really helpful links, this is one of the things that make this forum great

Secondly He was spot on with his diagnosis, loose aftermarket rear pads which were quickly diagnosed by gently applying the handbrake whilst driving along a bumpy road (not too difficult with the state of our potholed roads).

New OEM pads and the rattle has gone.

Thanks again,

Josh

StatusRed · Apr 16th, 2017, 16:31

Quote:

Originally Posted by super josh

I thought that I would update this thread to help anyone else who searches for this problem in the future. Firstly I would like to thank StatusRed for taking the time and effort to post the really helpful links, this is one of the things that make this forum great

Secondly He was spot on with his diagnosis, loose aftermarket rear pads which were quickly diagnosed by gently applying the handbrake whilst driving along a bumpy road (not too difficult with the state of our potholed roads).

New OEM pads and the rattle has gone.

Thanks again,

Josh

No problem mate, I thought it sounded exactly like what I experienced last year! Glad it's fixed!

Apr 9th, 2017, 10:02	#1
super josh Junior Member Last Online: Apr 9th, 2024 14:02 Join Date: Jan 2013 Location: Letchworth	C30 Metallic Rattle Hi Folks, Our C30 has developed a metallic rattle when going over bumps, it's coming from the underside. I put it up on ramps and had a poke around and at first, I thought it was one of the heatshields, but after removing and re-attaching the noise is still there and the sound hasn't changed at all. I found some flakes of rust in the end of the tailpipe and wonder if it could be a corroding baffle that is starting to rattle? Do any of you more experienced people have any more suggestions on how to diagnose the rattle or ideas on the usual culprits? Thanks very much, Josh

Apr 9th, 2017, 13:36	#2
StatusRed Premier Member Last Online: Today 19:24 Join Date: Jul 2015 Location: Glasgow	Does it sound like it's coming from the rear? When I first got my car I experienced a rattling, check http://www.volvoforums.org.uk/showthread.php?t=239183 and http://www.volvoforums.org.uk/showthread.php?t=249780 It was fixed by fitting OEM Volvo rear brake pads and applying the handbrake as per the manual (footbrake down when pulling up the handbrake). I hope that helps. __________________ 2009 S40 SE Lux 2.0i \| 2022 Suzuki V-Strom 650 \| 2002 Audi TT 225 Previous: C70 Coupe 2.4i \| Saab 9-5 Aero \| Daihatsu SporTrak

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Apr 16th, 2017, 13:10	#3
super josh Junior Member Last Online: Apr 9th, 2024 14:02 Join Date: Jan 2013 Location: Letchworth	I thought that I would update this thread to help anyone else who searches for this problem in the future. Firstly I would like to thank StatusRed for taking the time and effort to post the really helpful links, this is one of the things that make this forum great Secondly He was spot on with his diagnosis, loose aftermarket rear pads which were quickly diagnosed by gently applying the handbrake whilst driving along a bumpy road (not too difficult with the state of our potholed roads). New OEM pads and the rattle has gone. Thanks again, Josh

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