What to Do About Strange Noises Inside the Car?

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LeFelicity
07/29/25 4:03pm
Strange noises inside the car most frequently come from the dashboard panel. Many vehicles have various decorative items placed on the dashboard. Carefully inspect the car's dashboard to see if the noise is caused by foreign objects. It's best to place items in fixed positions. Check other areas: Storage compartments: Similar to dashboard panel noises, simply organizing items, wrapping metal objects in paper, and disposing of empty bottles can significantly reduce strange noises inside the car. Seat belts: Many people, after fastening the passenger seat belt, often fail to properly stow the buckle when exiting the vehicle. The metal buckle can collide with the car's B-pillar, creating noise. Simply stop the car and properly arrange the passenger seat belt, and the strange noise will disappear.
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