Creaking side panels
On my 2009, the side panels on either side of the center console "creak" when driving, mostly going around corners. And if you push against them with your legs, etc. Last time at Lexus dealer I asked about this and got the "that is normal" answer. Anyone else experienced this and have a fix?
The side panels remove easily and what you can do is put padding in there to quiet that noise. If you pull on the panels from the front where they touch the dashboard and work back they come right off.
Another fix used by dealers is the liberal (but careful) application of silicone spray in plastic-to-plastic contact locations.
Can you believe a dealer that says "this is normal"? It may be common but it's NOT normal on an $80,000 car! Time to find a new dealer!
Can you believe a dealer that says "this is normal"? It may be common but it's NOT normal on an $80,000 car! Time to find a new dealer!
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I don't think I've ever experienced it, but those panels do come off easily. You could try stuffing a little adhesive foam behind them to take up any slack or movement that may be occurring. Just something to take up a little space that you know won't cause any noise or damage.
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