Solution to roof noise

[p.g.tattan]

Lots of posts on the noise from the roof when driving. Squeaks mostly.

Solution found: apply “dry” bike chain lube to the catch and mechanism above the central console. Just in that single point.

Not wd40 - or spray stuff - use proper drive train lube.

No more noise for about 6 months.

 

[Graham Carr]

Wow, my squeaky roof has been driving me mad from new. Instant cure.

Thanks for the advice, amazing result.

 

[Paul@lincs]

Can you post a phot of where to apply

 

[Graham Carr]

Hi Paul,
my MP is in with the dealer at the moment, it’s developed a vibration at low speed under the passengers seat, so no photo at the moment,

But I will do my best to describe the location. First list the roof up a small amount so that you can access the under side of the roof at the front on a stepladder.

On the underside of the roof in the centre you will see a spring and pin mechanism. I applies the lubricant to all of the mechanism, I used a small brush. I also applied lubricant to the black receptor on the roof again with a brush, I lubricated both the outside and the inside.

I used Squirt Chain Lube 120ml is a wax based, long lasting dry bike chain lube

Squirt Chain Lube 120ml | Wiggle

Buy your Squirt Chain Lube 120ml from our Grease & Lube range at Wiggle. £12.99. Free delivery available.

www.wiggle.com

I hope this helps