2019 JLU Rubicon Premium Soft top rattling

[americonium]

Thank you brother, great pictures! However, I’m almost certain my rattles are coming from up top. I took 3/8th rubber grommets and placed them underneath in the holes that those plastic pieces go into. Did it on both sides and now they’re super solid, but the noise still exists which means it’s not coming from that area. It’s going to the dealer this week. If they can’t figure out how to silence it, I’ll make them order me an entire new soft top and windows. I already have an open case with the FCA and I’m prepared to raise hell until this is solved.

So, if you stand outside of the Jeep, grab the c-pillar and wiggle it, it makes a different noise than if you're driving it and hit a bump? I only ask because what you are describing is what was happening. Because it wasn't attached at the bottom, the whole pillar moved. Either way, I hope Jeep fixes it for you soon.

I just noticed you're on Long Island. Want to meet up and install my C pillars to see if that fixes the noise?

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[Rubicon4Life]

So, if you stand outside of the Jeep, grab the c-pillar and wiggle it, it makes a different noise than if you're driving it and hit a bump? I only ask because what you are describing is what was happening. Because it wasn't attached at the bottom, the whole pillar moved. Either way, I hope Jeep fixes it for you soon.

I just noticed you're on Long Island. Want to meet up and install my C pillars to see if that fixes the noise?

That would be awesome. I’m on the south shore in Nassau. Can you take a picture of where exactly you think I should shake it? Thanks

 

[Rubicon4Life]

Also my noise sounds like it’s coming from above towards the arms of the soft top, almost like it’s rattling in the track.

 

[Shamus13]

Shake here....
Rattle from here... notice slight gap where C pillars meet the body the plastic rattles against medal body.
Thats why some have put rubber Under or secured with a bolt to tighten and prevent movement.

 

[White2019Rubicon]

Shake here....
Rattle from here... notice slight gap where C pillars meet the body the plastic rattles against medal body.
Thats why some have put rubber Under or secured with a bolt to tighten and prevent movement.

Yes my brand new 2019 JLU Rubicon has that rattle behind the drivers seat. Its deff that pillar. So I have it on correctly ? the passenger doesn't do it that's why I'm asking. Thank you

 

[Rubicon4Life]

Oh it’s absolutely that pillar for me too. Furthermore my passenger door makes a crazy noise when I close it. Not like any of the other 3 doors and it’s definitely because of that pillar. It’s going back to dealership next Tuesday for service.

 

[amdl0705]

I am having this exact same problem with my Sport S. All of the bolts on mine are tight.

 

[BDJeep1]

Also my noise sounds like it’s coming from above towards the arms of the soft top, almost like it’s rattling in the track.

If it is rattling in the track then try this fix, it worked for me: https://www.jlwranglerforums.com/forum/threads/soft-top-rattle.32338/#post-743595

 

[W1ck3d]

Drop the softtop all the way back and unhook the arms... When you have them unhooked bend the arm towards you/outside the vehicle.... ( by arm i mean the one that connects into the sliding mech) dont get wild when trying to bend it you just need a tiny bit... It will put pressure on the arms when they are in the tracks so there isnt so much play.... Will stop the rattle

 

[Rubicon4Life]

Drop the softtop all the way back and unhook the arms... When you have them unhooked bend the arm towards you/outside the vehicle.... ( by arm i mean the one that connects into the sliding mech) dont get wild when trying to bend it you just need a tiny bit... It will put pressure on the arms when they are in the tracks so there isnt so much play.... Will stop the rattle

Anyway you could possibly take some photos? And perhaps explain a little more in depth? Everyone would greatly appreciate it 1000000x! Thank you !!!

 

[W1ck3d]

Il try to when i get one to work on... Let me try again... 1.take out all the windows... 2. Unlatch the top and bring it all the way back (fully down, not that sunrider position) 3. On the left and right sportsbar areas you will see what looks like a trigger mechanism on the softtop rail. 4 pull back on those to release the arms from the channels they sit in... 5. On the arms of the softtop you will see like a white warning label (towards the arm ends that sit in the channel) i put one hand on that label to steady the arm and my other hand on the very end of the arm closest to the front of the vehicle... 6. Bend outward toward you (not too much dont get to wild) all you are doing is making a tighter fit for the softtop arms for when they sit in that channel.... I will try to get you pictures later if i come across one

 

[W1ck3d]

Anyway you could possibly take some photos? And perhaps explain a little more in depth? Everyone would gre

Also check your messages i sent you a picture

 

[Rubicon4Life]

Also check your messages i sent you a picture

Thanks brother, I sent you a message back too!!

 

[JLRick]

I have the same issue and it is quite annoying on any roard with continuous bumps. Sounds like metal rattling on hard plastic. I narrowed down to the soft top hinge mechanism. I I have not solved yet though. Looking for help like you.

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