Weatherstripping & Seals - Noises & Vibration Symptoms
Common symptoms and diagnostic guides.
Rear hatch hiss in rain
A hissing noise from the rear hatch in rain often stems from water or air entering through compromised hatch weather seals or gaps in the hatch closure area.
Rear hatch seal squeals in rain
A rear hatch seal that squeals in rain is typically due to moisture interacting with aged or dry weatherstripping or contact surfaces, leading to friction noise. Cleaning and lubrication or seal replacement often resolves the issue.