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 Eliminating
the Rattle from the Pull Handle
By: Rick
This has been discussed at length several times, and keeps
coming up. So, I have taken the time to write a quick How to for those that are
tired of hearing the annoying rattle behind their right ear.
NOTE: By reading this article you agree not to pay
attention to the fingerprints/smudges on the rollbar – I haven’t had time to
clean it lately.
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The
rattle is coming from the plastic insert that is stamped “Pull”
and is in the middle of the latch.
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To
remove it you can a) wait for it to eventually pop out after use
(took 8000 miles for mine) or use a small knife to CAREFULLY pry off
the insert, as I did. You must remember to do this GENTLY!
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OK.
Done. Notice the 2 plastic tabs on either side- here is where the
rattle comes from. You will see this when you remove the
insert: the tabs go in the 2 holes on either side, of course.
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Solution:
Get some foam double sided tape ( I think you can find it at
Wal-Mart in the auto dept for ~ $3). Cut a small piece, and put it
in the middle of the latch, like shown. Now, peel of the
backing, and place the insert into the slot. Voila! No more rattle!
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