[LimavadyG21]

So , 3000 miles in to G21 LCI ownership , and the car has started to develop a VERY noticeable buzzing/rattling from the drivers side air vent area ( the one to the right of the steering wheel, by the door ).

Just wondering if I am right in assuming that it will be coming from inside the vent , or is there a known issue of rattles from anywhere close to this vent that i should be investigating ?

I've tried pressing everything as it happens when driving , but nothing affects it

Thanks in advance for any help

[peelerec]

I’ve never heard of any rattles through the climate vents. Their are definitely known rattles/noises known from the sunroof, and rear seat area. I would go and get that checked out by the dealer.

[Martsatart]

I had this on mine . I removed the vent using pry tools(be careful there is an electrical connector to remove) and on close inspection found that not all clips that hold it together were fully latched. Its not too difficult to carefully open it up so while I was at it I lubricated all moving bits with silicone grease. Snapped all back together and refitted - silence !
I saw a you tube video somewhere that showed the vent removal as part of a dash cam fitting I think but can't find it now.

[LimavadyG21]

Originally Posted by Martsatart

I had this on mine . I removed the vent using pry tools(be careful there is an electrical connector to remove) and on close inspection found that not all clips that hold it together were fully latched. Its not too difficult to carefully open it up so while I was at it I lubricated all moving bits with silicone grease. Snapped all back together and refitted - silence !
I saw a you tube video somewhere that showed the vent removal as part of a dash cam fitting I think but can't find it now.

Thanks for the info .. appreciated

Don't have any pry tools , and sods law I would snap something anyway , but I'll get it to the dealer and they can sort it, especially as I can let them know what the prime culprit is.