2005 F430 INTERIOR NOISE

[Gad]

After some help if possible please

I have a strange noise that emanates from the passenger footwell area



Sounds like a rattle - then a creak only on uneven road surfaces etc



I have had the car mechanically checked suspension / brakes / steering rack etc and all is solid no issue



I’m convinced it’s inside the car up behind dash could it be something loose / rubbing and amplifying through



Or could it be something under the wiper scuttle panel frunk side



Anyone had this before that could point me in the right direction please before I have to be like a contortionist and lay in the footwell under the dash 😩



Everything works and the noise doesn’t change when adjusting air controls etc so eliminates that I guess unless it’s the housing that’s loose



Any help / direction / experiences of the same appreciated 👍

[blueg33]

Battery moving?

[Gad]

No checked that and the kick plate all secure

I haven’t had a proper look yet under dash but just hoping on some pointers just incase anyone else has had a similar issue 👍

[Trev450]

Loose wiper motor or linkage.

[oharedm]

Source of these noises can be misleading. The best method is to go out with a mate and have him/her move their head around and start touching things. Don't eliminate reflected sources, door trim, or rear bulk head. Battery mounting hardware is a common one; if it is confirmed to be in the footwell, then it could be the fender liners.

[sardis]

The best method is to go out with a mate and have him/her move their head around and start touching things.


[/quote]

Sounds like a recipe for a lawsuit to me.