What causes the rattling noise in the Mercedes-Benz E-Class center console?

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The reasons for the rattling noise in the Mercedes-Benz E-Class center console are as follows: Rattling from the air vents: Check if the air vents are loose or if a perfume bottle has been installed, causing the noise. In such cases, simply tighten the vents or apply some 3M tape to the edges. Foreign objects in the center console storage compartment: Rattling caused by foreign objects in the center console storage compartment, such as lighters, coins, screwdrivers, small wires, etc. Thermal expansion and contraction: Especially in winter, the noise occurs when driving a cold car and disappears once the car warms up. In such cases, no action is needed. Loose center console panel: This issue is very rare, but it's not difficult to fix. Simply remove the panel and re-tighten it or wrap tape around the clips to resolve the problem.