Why does the newly replaced car door sound different from the original one?
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Original parts and replacement parts are different, and the replacement cannot achieve the same effect as the factory. Below is more information about car door replacement: 1. Replacing the rear door shell: The door hinges need to be readjusted to ensure uniform gaps and alignment between the front and rear doors. If adjusted properly, it will not affect the vehicle. 2. Situations requiring door replacement: If a car is involved in a scraping accident that damages the door, the extent of the damage should be assessed to determine whether replacement is necessary. If the door only has scratches, paint chips, or minor dents, it can be repainted or repaired with sheet metal work without needing replacement. If the door is severely damaged with large dents or deformation, it is generally not recommended to repair it, and direct replacement is advised.
With decades of car repair experience, it's common to hear different sounds after replacing a car door. The original door material might be thicker, while aftermarket parts often use lightweight thin metal sheets, resulting in different resonance frequencies when closing. If the sealing strip isn't tightly compressed during installation, air leakage through gaps can amplify noise. Improper hinge adjustment may also make the door feel less solid when closing. This can further affect sound insulation performance, causing noticeable wind noise at high speeds and potentially leading to water accumulation and rust in the door frame over time. It's advisable to visit a professional 4S shop for re-inspection and use genuine parts to avoid such discrepancies.
When I modified my car, I experienced that strange noises from new car doors often result from material mismatches or improper installation. The original doors used old sealing strips with worn-in fits, while new doors paired with new strips had poor adhesion, leading to high-frequency wind noise; doors from different batches might vary by a few pounds in weight, altering the force needed to close them; variations in paint coating thickness affect vibration dispersion. At highway speeds, such noise can interfere with music or calls. DIY fixes require careful gap measurements, adding rubber pads, and adjusting hinges to achieve better overall harmony.
Last month, my car got scratched and had a new door replaced. The sound when closing the door became louder, with a noticeable hollow feeling. The mechanic said the new door material is lighter but not as tightly sealed, while the old door had accumulated dust providing extra damping. The rubber seal wasn’t installed tightly, causing a whistling sound when wind blows. The wind noise is loud while driving, affecting driving comfort, especially in winter when the door doesn’t close tightly, letting cold air leak in. Go back to the repair shop quickly to check the sealing, to avoid annoying noise bothering you during long trips.
