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Model specific boards => Golf mk7 => Topic started by: candywhite12 on 27 June 2019, 15:18

Title: noise coming from pan sunroof area when s/r is shut
Post by: candywhite12 on 27 June 2019, 15:18

Sounds like different parts in that area kind of touch each other, noise disappears the moment I open or lift the sunroof.  I usually hear it when the road is uneven, not a problem when cruising in motorway or when the music is on - but hey, sometimes I love some peace and quiet.  Not extremely audible but niggling nevertheless.

Title: Re: noise coming from pan sunroof area when s/r is shut
Post by: Watts on 27 June 2019, 16:24

Perhaps the seals need lubrication? My window seals creak when they need doing, an application shuts them up for 18 months or so. They are being noisy now but with the lovely weather I'm having the windows open regularly so it's not such a problem.

Title: Re: noise coming from pan sunroof area when s/r is shut
Post by: sjw on 28 June 2019, 10:38

Quote from: Watts on 27 June 2019, 16:24

Perhaps the seals need lubrication? My window seals creak when they need doing, an application shuts them up for 18 months or so. They are being noisy now but with the lovely weather I'm having the windows open regularly so it's not such a problem.

I think that's what mine needs as well. I also notice my power folding door mirrors squeak when the move. I think particularly on hot dry days

Title: Re: noise coming from pan sunroof area when s/r is shut
Post by: Will2018 on 28 June 2019, 14:07

I have the exact same niggle with my roof. As you say opening it slightly solves it. Asked VW to look at it when I was in for a service but they definitely forgot  :huh:

Title: Re: noise coming from pan sunroof area when s/r is shut
Post by: Moro on 28 June 2019, 15:10

A little spray of lube fixes mine. I use an Audi branded product which was supplied as part of service on a previous Audi TT I owned.

My pano roof was fine for a couple of years, then started to squeak when closed. Now I lube it as routine on the first major clean each year.

Title: Re: noise coming from pan sunroof area when s/r is shut
Post by: candywhite12 on 28 June 2019, 16:40

Quote from: Moro on 28 June 2019, 15:10

A little spray of lube fixes mine. I use an Audi branded product which was supplied as part of service on a previous Audi TT I owned.

My pano roof was fine for a couple of years, then started to squeak when closed. Now I lube it as routine on the first major clean each year.

thanks.  for the purpose of not destroying the s/r, lube it where exactly? Like, everywhere or somewhere specifically?  Apologies for the noob question in advance  :laugh:

Title: Re: noise coming from pan sunroof area when s/r is shut
Post by: Bengunn on 28 June 2019, 16:46

Mine creaks and groans also and drives me crazy.
It is far worse when the weather is hot, I assume due to expansion.
When open full or tilt it disappears.
Can I also suggest to those with this problem to slightly push the headlining above the windscreen. I discovered noises emanating from there sound as if it is the sunroof, so give that a try.
Unfortunately I have noises coming from both areas.
Getting the dealership to look at it again but all they do is smear that exceedingly expensive lube on it.

Title: Re: noise coming from pan sunroof area when s/r is shut
Post by: Adam T7 on 28 June 2019, 20:49

What lubricant are folks using?

I had an issue with creaking doors on a new BMW about 20 years ago - after replacing the seals the BMW technician (from BMW - not the garage) reckoned using car wash shampoo that contained wax caused the creaking on the seals and to wipe down with white spirit every now and then - it worked