310ALLROADER

I have had an annoying but sporadic "metallic" rattling (not vibration) sound that periodically makes itself known when driving at low speeds on rough/uneven roads. First I've experienced this in 80,000+ miles. Sounds like its coming from somewhere in the rear underside of the car, kinda like a license plate frame if it were loose, but mine are not. It comes and goes. I do not hear it with all windows up.

Put the car on a lift and gave it a thourough going over, checked under the hood, etc. with my mechanic, checked the tool box and spare tire area, etc. but all looks fine and no obvious signs.

It's annoying as heck. Anyone have any ideas? Thanks.

skidmark

Inner brake shields.

310ALLROADER

I just had pads/rotors replaced, so that would be a good guess. What's the fix? Thanks.

ArchAudi

My guess is the heat shield or wastegate on the turbo

uber_ar

Remove them. If it goes away problem solved. If the rattle is still there leave them off anyway.

RMcQ

If not seated property on both sides the pad can be loose and make a heck of a rattling sound.

skidmark

: )

skidmark

My front shields rattled pretty bad, until I removed them.

bizmonq

YOu mention that it only happens on rough / uneven roads...

I get 'metallic' noises too when going thru off-camber switchbacks and other situations where one wheel slips. I think it is the traction control devices kicking in?

310ALLROADER

Thanks for the suggestions, my hunch is it is very likely the brake shields-will remove them and see what happens-thanks for the input fellas!