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Well it had to happen. After 30,000km of bushbashing and gravel tracks I've developed one of those annoying squeaks that appears to eminate from somewhere central in the dash. Sounds like it's coming from behind and under the clock or behind the stereo. Barely audible on the bitumen but really noticeable on the dirt. Maybe it's a job for Mr Toyota to fix under warranty.
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Dave
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I've had one there for years.
Only off road and a plastic on plastic/metal kind of noise.
When I had the center of the dash out to fit the GPS I looked everywhere and tightened all the screws/bolts I could see - no joy - it's still there.
In summer my dash also creaks, groans and makes cracking noises for the first 10 minutes after I turn the AC on.
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Try spraying a bit of silicon lube in the joins between plastic and steel etc.
Worked for me on a few annoying squeeks.
May not help you but can't hurt.Cheers, WayneComment
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I also have a faint squeak.
I think there must be polystyrene in the roof lining and it is rubbing somewhere around the light/sunglasses console.
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My son has been driving mum's Camry for a few months and he just told me about an annoying rattle from underneath the car. Couldn't tell if it was front or rear so he just cranked up the stereo and drove on regardless. I had a look and the front right lower control arm has busted bushes and looks like the arm might have to be replaced.
With the Prado I reckon the noise has been there since the windshield was replaced. Maybe there's some connection?Dave
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Re: Dash squeak
check where the headunit (cd player is)
by removing side vents with a flat head screwdriver and making sure everything is screwed tightly ! Over time and driving over rough corregations they can become loose ?[b][i][u]Toyota Landcruiser Prado 07' update Grande[/u][/i][/b]
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Roofracks
Genuine rubber mats/cargo mat
Bonnet Protector
Hard wheel cover
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