Awning not closing completely

[The fat controller]

Hi all

At the risk of turning into a spammer, I have another issue I'd like opinions on.

The front of my awning casing isn't closing up completely. I've attached pictures below.

You can see that it's marginal, so not critical by any means but it's annoying and does lead to water ingress, which inevitably then drips down the drivers door.

I've tried winding all the way out and back in - there does seem to be some unevenness in the fabric which I guess could be causing it, but I wasn't able to resolve this simply by winding fully out and then back in. I've also applied silicone to the lower edge of the casing in an attempt to get the flap to slide up over it and seal but to no avail.

So I'm wondering, is this normal? Do those of you with factory awnings find the same or do they close neatly? And do you have any experience or tips on how to deal with the issue?

Many thanks

Phil

 

[Steve B]

I'll have a look later, not noticed it. Mine is at MB today for squeek/rattle rectification (I hope). Got a little 70 plate B class courtesy car, nearly headbutted the steering wheel when I applied the brakes, I'm so used to the weight and the pressure needed for the MP.

 

[The fat controller]

Anyone got a chance to have a look at this? I've some tinkering time over the weekend so hoping I can resolve it... If indeed it needs resolving! Thanks

 

[Steve B]

Sorry for the late reply, mine is similar, not a flush close but its solid and doesn't rattle.

Also, after two days it was acknowledged there are vibrations and rattles from the roof area, not cupboards or draws (I took all our kit out, so it was as we bought it). Couldn't find it/them so has to go back in for another attempt

 

[The fat controller]

Sorry for the late reply, mine is similar, not a flush close but its solid and doesn't rattle.

Also, after two days it was acknowledged there are vibrations and rattles from the roof area, not cupboards or draws (I took all our kit out, so it was as we bought it). Couldn't find it/them so has to go back in for another attempt

Thanks Steve.

No mine doesn't produce a rattle either, just not quite 'so'.

Good luck finding where that rattle does come from!

 

[Drazil]

Mine has the same fault and mercedes are doing a warranty claim for a new one as its bent. This is why it wont close on mine.

 

[The fat controller]

Mine has the same fault and mercedes are doing a warranty claim for a new one as its bent. This is why it wont close on mine.

Interesting, thanks for this.

Any chance you would be able to post a pic for comparison?

 

[Drazil]

of course ill take one later and post

 

[Drazil]

Interesting, thanks for this.

Any chance you would be able to post a pic for comparison?

 

[The fat controller]

Thanks for this. Looks just the same if slightly more pronounced.

Can I ask is the vehicle brand new? Having had mine 9 months or so I'm wary that the dealer may try to blame misuse if it does turn out to be bent... Although it was in fact like this from the off.

 

[Drazil]

Mines a 21 plate 11 months old and I reported at about 7 months old. The problem is it wont seat correctly and rattles, also if its not securing safely is it safe is a question to ask.

 

[Drazil]

Mines a 21 plate 11 months old and I reported at about 7 months old.

 

[Simon and Elie]

I’ve just had a recall on mine. 22 plate. Something which doesn’t fit British safety standards. That’s all I was told.

 

[Vandolfthegrey]

Mine is exactly the same. 21plate.... keep us posted if you have any joy

 

[Simon and Elie]

I think for 800-900 pounds they could be better made. Mine had a recall and now the new one works fine

 

[Gek]

Hi all

At the risk of turning into a spammer, I have another issue I'd like opinions on.

The front of my awning casing isn't closing up completely. I've attached pictures below.

You can see that it's marginal, so not critical by any means but it's annoying and does lead to water ingress, which inevitably then drips down the drivers door.

I've tried winding all the way out and back in - there does seem to be some unevenness in the fabric which I guess could be causing it, but I wasn't able to resolve this simply by winding fully out and then back in. I've also applied silicone to the lower edge of the casing in an attempt to get the flap to slide up over it and seal but to no avail.

So I'm wondering, is this normal? Do those of you with factory awnings find the same or do they close neatly? And do you have any experience or tips on how to deal with the issue?

Many thanks

Phil

Hi Phil, we had the same issue. Had the awning replaced under warranty and the new awning looks exactly the same so we are just presuming it's normal and living with it now!

 

[Steve B]

One to watch by the looks of things - we had a constant vibration a week or so ago, realised it was the awning when I opened the drivers window, never had it before. It was very slightly open at the drivers end, so opened it and checked the legs were stowed correctly and closed it tightly. Improved it but still there, so reclosed it with a small piece of anti slip matting clamped in - cured it.

 

[Simon and Elie]

Mines going in on Monday from a recall. Updates all the software.