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2000 Ford Contour SE dashboard problem?
i bought this car recently from an auto auction at a good price. the car runs fine. it does make a rumbling sound that can get annoying in the interior. I have reason to believe its because of the condition of the dash. you see, the dash looks like someone was beginning a repair on it and sloppily cut away a good portion of the section that meets the windshield. there are some online places that sell dash covers, i was thinking of getting that. my uncle recommends a dash cap, but i cant seem to find any online for this model. what do you guys think is the best action to take for repair. Any help is appreciated. Thanks bobweb - thanks for the input. im pretty sure the noise is coming from the dash. I did try to hold it and the noise seemed to subside. I'm cautious about putting bubble wrap under the dash or anything else due to the possibility of blocking something i shouldn't. thanks for the research on the covers. it seems like your saying once the noise has been isolated then put the cover over it for aesthetics. pvphelp - i don't seem to notice any major difference in sound when adjusting the ac or anything. OK, i it turns out that the shaking was coming from a loose vent on the dash near the windshield. it just needed to be taped down. i prob cut away some more of the dash to level it out and then put some foam and a cover over it.
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- Try wedging some bubble wrap or other spongy material between the bottom of the windshield and the damaged edge of the dash. See if that keeps it from vibrating and making the noise. You can also have a friend push or pull on the dash while your driving to see if the noise subsides. Once the noise if fixed, try a dash cover. Try http://www.jcwhitney.com for your make year model car. http://www.jcwhitney.com/autoparts/VehicleBrowse/tf-VehicleBrowse/s-10101/N-111+2000+200728635+600013183/c-10101
- did it make a rumbling sound when you use heater or A/C? i ask that just because i have the same problem but only time it make that sound it when i used heater or A/C if it does you need to check fan blower or blend door. Good Luck, need more info may be i can help.
