B-Pillar Rattles
 

I've got an '06 A3 with 12,000 miles on it. It has developed two distinct rattles coming from the b-pillar area on both sides of the car. Anyone else with this problem?

RE: B-Pillar Rattles
 

There are various discussions about a similar rattle as you describe on Mk5 GTI/GLI VW forums. Some said it was a indication of your driving style (going fast with lots of G's). Personally I hate rattles. I hope it just something simple like hardware in door frame that isn't properly secure with a lock washer.

RE: B-Pillar Rattles
 

I have 15k on my A3 and drive it to the limits with no rattle. Hope that the rattle doesn't show it's ugly face.

Cheers!

Go BEARS!!!

RE: B-Pillar Rattles
 

Thanks, John! Someone there said that keeping the seatbelts in the upper-most or lower-most positions stopped the rattle, I'll try that when I head to the gym in a few minutes. I'm convinced that it's got something to do with the seatbelts.

RE: B-Pillar Rattles
 

Sorry Chef-
I'm sorry to inform you, but my Dolphins have ended your undefeated season.

RE: B-Pillar Rattles
 

Yeah [:o]

I'm hoping that fucking asshole of shit head quarterback pulls his head out of his ass and shapes up the rest of the season. Still hoping that this can be a Superbowl year.

Cheers!

RE: B-Pillar Rattles
 

Seatbelt adjustment didn't fix the problem, guess I'll have it looked at when I have it in for service next.