Creaking Sunroof

lexus123 · May 22, 2003

Hi

I have a 2000 V IS200 Sport, which with only 28,000 miles on the clock has developed a very annoying creaking noise coming from the sunroof area ...... any ideas guys?

Thanks

UKPulse · May 22, 2003

It's a problem that's been mentioned before in this forum, so you're not alone.

I've had two IS's and both have had a creaky sunroof from new! However, on both the noise has stopped after about 5 minutes driving, so I've just ignored it

Guess it might be possible to use some silicone lubricant, if you can pinpoint the 'creak'

chip · May 22, 2003

Hi

Mine to creeks , found its due to the sunroof moving due to aerodynamics of wind over sunroof. under 40 creeks over 60 seems fine

It also more to do with the plastic bits. cant lub them..

what do you lot think..

lexus123 · May 23, 2003

Kind of glad to hear you guys are having similar issues ...

Mine too is worse at lower speeds ... I'm getting Lexus to have a look at it in a couple of weeks but doubt they'll come up with anything!

Kavey · May 23, 2003

I find if I've had the sunroof in tilt then put it back it rattles slightly, but if I slide it open then close it goes away....

bloofire · May 23, 2003

KV, how come you have a sunroof if your motor is a 'Z'?

Kavey · May 23, 2003

KV, how come you have a sunroof if your motor is a 'Z'?

Well spotted. Yeah, you're right - it's actually and 'L' edition I've got, but when I was doing my sig I forgot and thought it was a 'Z', and haven't changed it on my sig yet.... :shutit:

well I have now :P

lexicon · May 23, 2003

Mine does it all the time and it's the plastic trim pieces on the roof panel frame - you get the same creaking noise if you just push it with your finger.

I first mentioned this to the dealer at the 10k service (now done 42k) but it's still there. They said they couldn't find a problem - useless gits.

Still, at least it fits with the creaking passenger seat (driver's seat has stopped now), creaking driver's door trim and creaking roof lining (fixed that myself cos it was the most irritating).

JD Power?, great dealers?, build quality? - I'm not convinced; hope you're reading this, Lexus GB.