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Old Aug 4, 2014 | 09:42 AM
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Subwoofer speaker cover rattle

Has anyone had this? The speaker cover itself seems to be rattling.

I've searched and found people say the brake light or the service bulletin about the rattling from the trunk but I think this is different

In the video, you can see when I put my hand on it, the rattling stops. So has anyone else had this? How would I take it apart and fix it or should I just take it to the dealership.

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Old Aug 4, 2014 | 06:04 PM
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Any ideas?
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Old Aug 5, 2014 | 07:15 AM
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I've had some rattling recently too... need to address asap.
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Old Aug 6, 2014 | 06:32 AM
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Just dropped it off at the dealership, rep said he's positive there is a service bulletin out to put foam back there. We'll see..
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Old Aug 6, 2014 | 06:59 AM
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Originally Posted by SlyAccord
Just dropped it off at the dealership, rep said he's positive there is a service bulletin out to put foam back there. We'll see..
Awesome, please let me know!
And if you have the service bulletin number for referral, that would be fantastic!
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Old Aug 7, 2014 | 05:16 AM
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this was the service bulletin they referenced. they said they basically went overkill on insulation, happy to say I can blare my sub with only my license plate rattling


...i don't really do that.
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Old Aug 7, 2014 | 07:56 AM
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Originally Posted by SlyAccord
this was the service bulletin they referenced. they said they basically went overkill on insulation, happy to say I can blare my sub with only my license plate rattling


...i don't really do that.
Amazing - thanks so much!
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Old Aug 15, 2014 | 06:53 PM
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Hey guys. I've had all types of rattling in my 2010 tl, I found a simple fix to most of them, I took my car to acura numerous times for all types of noises, roof rattle, driver and passenger door rattle, rear deck rattlee, they put foam in the rear, lasted 2 weeks and they broke the clips that hold it near the glass, I worked for acura as a tech and I will nvr take it back where I took it, I just didn't feel like fixing it myself till finally I was fed up, so I took the rear deck lid off and took all 3 speakers off, I actually dynomated the area where the speakers sit, just the speakers not the whole deck and poof rattle gone! I dynomate both doors and rattle gone also, the only one I have left is my roof rattle but not as loud thank god lol, hope this helps
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Old Sep 4, 2014 | 08:20 AM
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Originally Posted by qnzjay69
Hey guys. I've had all types of rattling in my 2010 tl, I found a simple fix to most of them, I took my car to acura numerous times for all types of noises, roof rattle, driver and passenger door rattle, rear deck rattlee, they put foam in the rear, lasted 2 weeks and they broke the clips that hold it near the glass, I worked for acura as a tech and I will nvr take it back where I took it, I just didn't feel like fixing it myself till finally I was fed up, so I took the rear deck lid off and took all 3 speakers off, I actually dynomated the area where the speakers sit, just the speakers not the whole deck and poof rattle gone! I dynomate both doors and rattle gone also, the only one I have left is my roof rattle but not as loud thank god lol, hope this helps
Hmmm I wish I read that before... either way I don't have much time on my hands to even attempt it. My car is now @ the dealer getting the subwoofer rattle addressed as well as replacing a front passenger speaker... they'd better do it under warranty!
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Old Sep 4, 2014 | 09:34 AM
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The rear deck on the 4G is a joke. Zero insulation.
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Old Sep 7, 2014 | 04:20 PM
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I had a similar problem with my 2012 TL after 1 month of owning it. Ended up taking it back to the dealership and the problem was resolved. Since then the rattling noise has stopped *knock on wood*
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Old Sep 8, 2014 | 10:21 AM
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Originally Posted by GKaura
I had a similar problem with my 2012 TL after 1 month of owning it. Ended up taking it back to the dealership and the problem was resolved. Since then the rattling noise has stopped *knock on wood*
yeah, the dealer had my car for 2 days fixing minor things and waiting for parts (blown speaker, resealing a couple tires which were slowly losing pressure)... but did not get to fixing this yet.

They said they will need 2-3 days to do it... apparently they plan on taking out the back seat and insulating the shit out of everything. Doing it under warranty, which is nice! I will update after I pick it up.
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Old Sep 21, 2014 | 01:59 PM
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yeah, the dealer had my car for 2 days fixing minor things and waiting for parts (blown speaker, resealing a couple tires which were slowly losing pressure)... but did not get to fixing this yet.

They said they will need 2-3 days to do it... apparently they plan on taking out the back seat and insulating the shit out of everything. Doing it under warranty, which is nice! I will update after I pick it up.
Sorry just saw this post. In addition to the speaker rattling, the paint on the driver side window pillar was chipping off. I waited two weeks before everything was fixed.

Did you end up getting your TL fixed?
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Old Sep 22, 2014 | 06:23 AM
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Sure did. I just got it back on Friday. Had an enjoyable weekend with lots of nice drives.

ZERO rattling from the trunk, so it sounds great. I can listen to music at whatever volume my heart desires. There is slight rattle from the door panels though at certain frequencies/songs... I may have to tackle that myself.

Anyone ever put in foam padding of some sort to prevent rattling in door speakers?

My audio settings:
Bass @ level 0
Treble @ level 0
Fade @ Rear 1
Balance @ 0
Center @ +1
Subwoofer @ 0
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Old Sep 22, 2014 | 11:47 AM
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Do you keep Dolby option ON? Since I have my Sub on +6 I keep the Dolby option ON.
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Old Sep 22, 2014 | 12:51 PM
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yes, Dolby option ON. the other option DCM or whatever it is on Medium.
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Old Sep 22, 2014 | 08:31 PM
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I need to take my 2013 in for this. The rattling from the sub and passenger door annoys the hell out of me.

I really can't go above 10 on the volume and +2 on the sub.
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Old Sep 23, 2014 | 07:36 AM
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Originally Posted by Jaco
I need to take my 2013 in for this. The rattling from the sub and passenger door annoys the hell out of me.

I really can't go above 10 on the volume and +2 on the sub.
yes, the dealership should do the subwoofer cover under warranty... I should have tried with the door rattles as well, but I don't see them covering that.

Has anyone added padding/insulation to the front and rear doors to reduce rattle? Any tips appreciated!
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