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Plastic around the audio controls makes noise?

Discussion in 'Gen 3 Prius Main Forum' started by MikeDS, Sep 6, 2009.

  1. MikeDS

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    Hey guys...my car sort of creaks a lot and its coming from the plastic around the stereo. If I push on it lightly it makes a creaking noise that is pretty loud. I hear it all the time going over bumps, around corners, etc. Never seen this in a car before. Has anyone else noticed this, or is it just my car?
     
    #1 MikeDS, Sep 6, 2009
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    I'm gonna bump my thread here...this is really bugging me. The whole piece of plastic from the shifter up to the radio controls just creaks like crazy. Every time I go over a bump, etc. If I just push on it a little, it makes noise. Is it just mine? Can I get this replaced by toyota, or is it just the way it is?

    Thanks!

    Mike
     
    #2 MikeDS, Sep 11, 2009
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    hmm...looks like everyone has totally different problems....none were quite what I have, from what I can tell...got to say I'm disappointed. This is my first Toyota and I thought they were good at fit and finish. This is far worse than my wife's Civic....
     
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    Mine doesn't creak or rattle or squeak, but perhaps it's a matter of time...

    You're right, and something I noticed early on. The plastics in the cabin, especially in and around the console area easily make noises when pressed. Personally I think overall, Toyota used good quality materials in almost every area of the car - except for the immediate area we live in. Don't know if it's the new environmental-friendly plastic or lack of cushioning between parts, but they do creak when stressed a bit. Also seem to be very easily scratched. And does my dash top and console top collect dust!
     
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    Mine also seems very quiet...no rattles or creaks or squeaks that I'm aware of.

    A few people have mentioned taking their car back to the dealer, and the dealer actually finding the source/problem. Looks like that might be an option for you!
     
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    Hmm...maybe I'll try taking it in...
     
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