metallic rattle from right passengers side front - The Unofficial BMW M5 Messageboard (m5board.com)

jkarp · 21st May 2005, 05:10

I've seen a couple of posts on this issue, but nothing definitive. When driving slow (10-20mph) over somewhat bumpy roads I hear a metallic sounding rattle coming from the right hand side front. I took the wheel off but found nothing unusual. I've heard others talk about bushings possibly. The car feels fine.

Any thoughts or tips on what to look for?

thanks... josh

DavidS · 21st May 2005, 11:20

Knock on the passenger side side-pillar where the height adjustment for the seat belt is. It might be that mechanism that rattles.

David

mottati · 21st May 2005, 18:44

i'm thinking that you're referring to the suspension area, not the door pillar, right?
I, and a few other board members have had some things "loosen up", specifically the lower control arms and thrust arms. A once over with a torque wrench seemed to cure the problem.
I'm not sure about anything more specific, i had complained to my dealer (under cpo warranty) and they took care of it. Nothing was replaced howeve, just tightened.

Ashok Arora · 21st May 2005, 23:34

It could be the fire extinguisher clip hanging loose!

hudson · 22nd May 2005, 00:26

Josh,

Try checking the front sway bar links. It's a common problem and they rattle when loose like the sound your describing.

Joe

warhaven · 23rd May 2005, 05:15

Actually, the problem tends to be road debris. Look for pebble sized debris in the front right wheel brake shielding. You'll have to pull the tire of course.