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Rear noise (creaking/squeaking/ticking)

Make: Fiat
Model: 500 Factory Service Manual
Year: 2007–2024
Section: Noise / vibrations › Rear noise (creaking/squeaking/ticking)

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Fault diagnosisRear noise (creaking/squeaking/ticking)

REAR NOISE (CREAKING/SQUEAKING/TICKING)

1.2 8v, 1.3 Multijet, 1.4 16v

Whilst driving, especially on unmade roads, a creaking noise comes from the rear suspension. This diagnosis can only be made after

See table S015 NOISE WHILST DRIVING

Carry out the latter first.

If the problem is only on one side, carry out the checks and any operations on the appropriate side only.

0	PRELIMINARY CHECKS	All OK	Problems encountered	Operation
		Test results
	Having carried out the road test, during the See table S015 NOISE WHILST DRIVING , there was a creaking noise from the rear. Continue depending on the circumstances in which the noise occurs.	End of diagnosis	1. The noise occurs especially on unmade roads uphill, during acceleration or braking. 2. The noise also occurs on smooth, undulating roads.	1. Move on to Step 1 2. Move on to Step 4
1	BUSHES CHECK	All OK	Problems encountered	Operation
	Check that there are no signs of rubbing between the bush and the vertical wall of the bracket on the inside of the vehicle by carrying out the See Test 4420DA REAR SUSPENSION BUSH CLEARANCE CHECK	Move on to Step 2	Signs of rubbing detected	Lubricate the elements with silicon grease "The use of unsuitable lubricants can adversely affect the operation of the component".
2	DUST COVER CHECK	All OK	Problems encountered	Operation
	Check that the dust cover is not rubbing against the shock absorber casing, by moving it and applying pressure and releasing it above the shock absorber casing	Move on to Step 3	There is rubbing causing the ovalization of the dust cover	Replace the shock absorber Op. 4420A30 REAR SUSPENSION SHOCK ABSORBER (ONE), LEFT OR RIGHT - R.R. - CHECK WHEEL GEOMETRY SEPARATELY
3	CHECKS UNDER THE FLOOR	All OK	Problems encountered	Operation
	Position the vehicle on a two column lift and raise it. Check that there are no pipes, handbrake cable or heat shields under the floor that are producing noise.	Move on to Step 4	1. Pipes or heat shields incorrectly fastened 2. Handbrake cable noisy	1. Restore the correct fastening 2. Lubricate the handbrake cable
4	END OF TRAVEL BUFFER CHECK	All OK	Problems encountered	Operation
	Check that the end of travel buffer for the rear spring is not faulty carrying out the See Test 4420AA REAR SUSPENSION SPRINGS END OF TRAVEL BUFFER CHECK	Move on to Step 5	Buffer deteriorated	Replace the end of travel buffer Op. 4420W10
5	RUBBER MOUNTING CHECK	All OK	Problems encountered	Operation
	Check that the rubber mountings securing the shock absorber do not show signs of wear on account of rubbing. The shock absorber must be removed for this check Op. 4420A30 REAR SUSPENSION SHOCK ABSORBER (ONE), LEFT OR RIGHT - R.R. - CHECK WHEEL GEOMETRY SEPARATELY	Move on to Step 6	1. Signs of rubbing on the rubber mountings 2. Damage to the rubber mountings	1. Lubricate the part with a layer of silicon grease. "The use of unsuitable lubricants can adversely affect the operation of the component". 2.Replace the shock absorber Op. 4420A30 REAR SUSPENSION SHOCK ABSORBER (ONE), LEFT OR RIGHT - R.R. - CHECK WHEEL GEOMETRY SEPARATELY
6	SPRING CHECK	All OK	Problems encountered	Operation
	Check that the spring shows no signs of wear. If the spring shows signs of abrasion, its mechanical properties could be weakened as a result of oxidation.	End of diagnosis	1. Upper spring rubber seal deteriorated 2. Spring worn	1. Replace the faulty component 2. Replace the spring Op. 4420A48 REAR SUSPENSION COIL SPRINGS - R.R.

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