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I have a 2010 Rav4 Ltd v6 4x4 with the exact noises plus some. In addition to the creaks coming from both B pillars there is a creaking sound coming from the center console and there is a piece of beige plastic visible to the right of the steering column behind the gray trim that is loose and you can move it around when you poke your finger in there. There is also a rattle coming from the rear door and there is a creaking noise coming from the passenger side A pillar/windshield area whenever I go around a bend in a twisty road (doesn't matter if the bend is right or left).
My wife has a 2010 Corolla S that had a ton of rattles and it took multiple trips to the dealership to get them addressed, all the while the dealership made us feel like we were imposing on them. So, now I dread taking the Rattle4...er I mean Rav4 back to the dealership and I know it will take multiple visits.
I really love the smoothness and power of the engine, but these noises are driving me insane and take away from the overall experience of driving the Rav. Toyota has really lost its way with using Fisher Price grade plastics that aren't screwed in properly in its vehicles.
Sorry about the rant, but owning these two rattle traps has been very frustrating.
I have the same issues you're having, or had. Were you able to get these issues fixed? If so, what was the fix so I can bring it as a suggestion to me dealer.
Thanks!
Helder
Thanks for any input
any advice is appreciated..
Thanks in advance.
Has anyone ever had this experience?
Thanks,
Dan
The hum emanates from the console area. I can hear the noise slightly from underneath the car or in the front seat, but it is much more audible while sitting in the back seats. The noise seems to occur more often during cold (for Phoenix) weather, but not during all cold days. The noise disappeared for a few weeks and just came back yesterday. I would not describe it as metallic, just a fairly low pitched hum.
I have a 2005 Rav4 which works fine. Randomly (about 1/2 of times) I get a strange sound 10 seconds after I start the car, for about 6 seconds and then the sound disappears.
The sound is difficult to describe, it is not 'grinding', it is more like some fluid suction or sloshing (though I am not sure). Please try to listen to the short clip below of my car startup. The strange sound can be heard between 10 and 16 seconds.
http://www.mediafire.com/download.php?dr5teair0hkaawa
The car works fine. I don't feel any symptoms. I suspect it is related to ABS or the cooling system? Is it even normal??
Thank you very much!
I know there is a issue with the v6 version but is there also any issue with the 4 cylinder ?
I'm just wondering if this is normal or there is an issue that will cost $$$ later.
The car is currently under a used car warranty, So I have already taken it to them but they change the diff / transmission oil and said give it a couple of weeks.
Another friend who is an ex Toyota mech said it may be normal as some Toyota auto transmissions are known to make some noise.
Before I through the same nightmare with a 2013 Rav4 I'm wondering if anyone experiences this problem. Looks like the dash has the same cheap plastics.
I've noticed for the past few days a 'radio static' type noise in my 2010 Rav4 LTD, v6 w JBL. The noise is there even when the radio is off. And it occurs only when the vehicle is moving. It has been difficult to isolate where the noise is coming from, but it is very similar to static noise which would occur when the radio reception is bad. It is distinct from radio static tho because this 'mystery' noise can occur on top of actual radio static. Anyone else w this problem/ experience?
It seems to come from below the rear (or sometimes middle section) of the car.
I used to hear the same sound occasionally on my old Tercell. And was surprised to hear it also after purchasing the new Rav in 2008. Originally it only happened occasionally and I wasn't able to duplicate it at the dealers but now it happens frequently and almost always when or after using the AC. Have not heard this sound coming from other newer cars but sometimes hear it coming from older vans or trucks! Any ideas?
Another issue:
Have also been noticing that the engine seems to be louder lately when stopped at lights, etc.
Does not sound smooth but has sort of a ticking sound or vibration. Again, it seemed to always sound somewhat that way but has been getting more noticeable.
(I had to have the water pump replaced not long ago and am wondering if this could be related?)
When first purchasing the Rav, the engine sound seemed a little surprising, as I had thought it would sound smoother but some have told me it is normal to have the slight chugging or ticking sound. Again, I often hear the chugging or ticking engines on older cars...but not so much on newer cars...
Would be grateful for any insights.
Nauman
I have just bought RAV4 2008 with 4 cylinders engine and I am hearing this Humming noise at velocity of about 40 KPH. TOYOTA dealership is not familiar with this noise and they keep telling me that it is probably an inherent sound and that I don't need to worry. Is there a problem with the transmission? eaglefan1, did you solved the problem? Does enyone else have any ideas?
The second problem is when im going in reverse and going forward feels like one of the back wheels is locked at times the like feels like one is pausing and not turnng like skidding causing a shutter and noise driving along at times you can feel like a pause not turning properly maybe one of them its driving me crazy yes the oil has been changed
any help would be so much appreciated