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RE: Front-end Rattle...Any Suggestions? - 6/13/2007 2:04:19 PM

FlHomer

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I have the same issue ( i started a thread about it the other day). I guess I'll wait to see if you guys get rid of the problem with the solution you've been given before I take mine in. Mine is 2007 with 1500 miles on it.
Please keep us informed.

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RE: Front-end Rattle...Any Suggestions? - 6/13/2007 2:48:20 PM

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Ok, just got off the phone with the dealer and got more info. Apparently, GM is working on a redesign of the intermediate steering shaft as we speak. Its supposed to be available within the next few weeks. He said that about 15-20% of the 07 H3s are having this problem, for what reason he did not specify. The new one they just finished putting on my 3 is basically a newer verison of my old part

as they obviously don't have any redesigns yet. He said there's a chance this one might have the same problems, but that there's a chance I won't have any problems with it. Of course, he qualified his statement by saying that if it does mess up again, then to bring it back and they'll replace it (again) w/ the redesign.

I definately don't feel any better about this...kinda feel like I went to the Dr. and heard I could live anywhere b/w 6 mths to 60 yrs, but at least they're honest...Guess I'll wait 4 weeks, then go get my redesign. Hope this helps!

Lil D

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RE: Front-end Rattle...Any Suggestions? - 6/13/2007 5:42:11 PM

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I've got the '07 H3 and had been hearing/feeling the popping noise in the gas/brake pedals. It's gotten a little more frequent this past week. Calling Sewell tomorrow to set up time to drop it off. Thanks for posting on this much easier to tell them what's going on with it now.

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RE: Front-end Rattle...Any Suggestions? - 6/13/2007 8:47:45 PM

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absolutely! glad i could help call the problem out. although, i was given the solution by a fellow member

just an fyi about sewell, they told me they wont have the redesigned shaft for about 3 or 4 weeks. i would try to schedule something now around their expected delivery date. let me know when you get the new shaft as i plan on taking mine back regardless. also, make sure you tell them to align it once replaced. mine's off now b/c of it. i asked if that was something to worry about, they told me no...they lied

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RE: Front-end Rattle...Any Suggestions? - 6/14/2007 2:40:57 PM

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I have an '07 purchased in February and it just started making the noise

I guess I should wait to call the dealer and make an appointment until the new redesigned part is available.

Thanks for all the info on here because as soon as I started to feel the rattle throught he gas pedal I knew what it was. I noticed it getting worse the more I drive so hope that new part is available real soon.

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RE: Front-end Rattle...Any Suggestions? - 6/14/2007 5:09:57 PM

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I started to notice the same thing on my 2007 a few day's ago3000miles on vehicle . Today a guy at work that also has a 2007 H3 asked me if I have noticed the same thing he just started to feel his yesterday 6100 miles.
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RE: Front-end Rattle...Any Suggestions? - 6/14/2007 9:27:41 PM

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wow, very interesting. i didnt think there would be this many w/ the same problem. im just glad people are reading about this...and that i'm not alone

. not sure how much water this explanation holds, but the service guy at sewell told me that warmer weather seems to be a factor...something about the metal heating up and expanding, hence why its getting worse. doesn't make sense to me, but i just crunch numbers for a living. also, he said there wouldn't be a recall as its not a safety issue, but that there would most likely be a TSB (if there's not already)...which, of course, is good news for anyone that has this problem later on.

so far, no issues w/ the new-old shaft (?) please keep me posted on when you guys get your redesigns.

good luck!

Lil D

ps - sorry i'm "..." crazy...ha!

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RE: Front-end Rattle...Any Suggestions? - 6/15/2007 2:15:41 PM

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I think it would be interesting if people would post their build dates when they are having problems.

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RE: Front-end Rattle...Any Suggestions? - 6/15/2007 5:20:27 PM

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quote:

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I have an '07 purchased in February and it just started making the noise I guess I should wait to call the dealer and make an appointment until the new redesigned part is available.

Thanks for all the info on here because as soon as I started to feel the rattle throught he gas pedal I knew what it was. I noticed it getting worse the more I drive so hope that new part is available real soon.

I think I will wait and do the same.............let's keep everyone posted when they hear anything on this concern.

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RE: Front-end Rattle...Any Suggestions? - 6/15/2007 5:39:24 PM

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Since this seems to be a growing concern...I'll pin it to the top for awhile..Hope the resolve is soon and final.

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RE: Front-end Rattle...Any Suggestions? - 6/16/2007 9:33:29 AM

hummernewby

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Dennis could it be possible that something is just loose underneath? I am worried about this issue since my old Ford had a similar problem and the dealership could never fix it. We had the bushings replaced/tie rod end/and some other thingamajob but we continued to have issues. We ended up trading it in on the H3 (much better veh)... thanks

Jenn

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RE: Front-end Rattle...Any Suggestions? - 6/16/2007 11:46:51 AM

Dennis

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Hi Jen...I'm assuming you are experiencing the same rattle feeling in the gas pedal and brake pedal too?

If you got it..I'm sure the dealer will find it and fix it..thank goodness this is not a FORD

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RE: Front-end Rattle...Any Suggestions? - 6/16/2007 7:23:55 PM

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LOL You'll get an Amen on that one... We were more than happy to say Good 'riddance to Ford..
They wouldn't even discuss trade-in on a new purchase... I definitely got the better end of the deal with the H3 I love it. I'll do as everyone suggested and call Sewell first thing Monday to get appointment for when the new part comes in. Drove it today and didn't hear/feel a thing, very weird.. little gremlins at work it seems...

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RE: Front-end Rattle...Any Suggestions? - 6/17/2007 1:31:51 AM

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LOL You'll get an Amen on that one... We were more than happy to say Good 'riddance to Ford..
They wouldn't even discuss trade-in on a new purchase... I definitely got the better end of the deal with the H3 I love it. I'll do as everyone suggested and call Sewell first thing Monday to get appointment for when the new part comes in. Drove it today and didn't hear/feel a thing, very weird.. little gremlins at work it seems...

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RE: Front-end Rattle...Any Suggestions? - 6/17/2007 6:50:19 PM

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Just an observation, I was reading the manual and there was a segment in the off roading section and some notes about the vehicle when taking out of 4 wheel drive lock. It stated that there may be a need after taking out of high or low 4 wheel lock that there may be a time it does not fully engage back to high lock. Then I thought of the problem we are all having with the click and pulsing of the gas and pedal / brake. It stated that to get it back engaged, you may have to drive in reverse for so many yards to reset the high lock. I did this yesterday and went for a 30 mile or so ride in the 90 degree or so outside and did not notice the problem. I will continue to monitor this and keep informed, maybe I was just lucky today or this had something to do with the problem.
SteveO

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