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Old Aug 21, 2016 | 06:39 PM
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I have a strange rattle coming from under the console around 2300 rpm. I have removed the console and bolt and the rattle is still there. It seems to go away when I put pressure on the bar code on the plate above the fuel pump. I removed the 10 screws holding the plate on the tank and took it for another ride. The rattle is still there. I did notice the fuel pump sprays like crazy, so I don't recommend that to anyone.

The rattle sounds like a screw vibrating in a tin box. So maybe the previous owner dropped one in there?

Any ideas would be appreciated.
 
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Old Sep 3, 2016 | 07:10 PM
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OMG. I went to the dealership and it was just the bolt holding the tank to the frame was loose. I feel so foolish...
 
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Old Sep 3, 2016 | 08:42 PM
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So much win going on here.
 
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Old Sep 3, 2016 | 08:56 PM
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Welcome to the forum from Texas.

Noises can be hard to isolate, especially with the engine running. At least it was found and fixed.
 
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