Squeaking noise when driving

[langhurst]

i have been quiet for a while, as my car came back from a couple of weeks of repair at the dealer, and appeared to have been cured.... the mechanic told me that he had taken apart the back seat area, and removed some rivet heads which were loose. I couldn't imagine that this was anything to do with causing the squeaking noise which was coming from the roof seal, but perhaps they did more lubrication on the seals, because the squeaking had disappeared, and I was enjoying driving the car. Until yesterday. Approx one month since coming back from the dealers, the dreaded squeak has started again. My husband had contacted a Krytox distributer in the UK, and the distributer asked him what car it was for, as there had been many enquiries from Eos owners with squeaking problems..... I guess I'll be making another trip to the dealer; glad to hear some of you have had success with rejecting the car.

[Huweth]

I think a possible fix for VW would be to update the faulty rubber seals. If VW replaced the seal with a chunkier one, one that puts more pressure in the point of contact, it should alleviate the squeak/rattle.
Another possible fix for the current seal would be the opposite of trying to lubricate it. If the seal is made dirty with some dust/powder of some kind, it will stop making the noise. Ever heard the term 'squeaky clean'? Make it dirty and it can't be squeaky clean!
I feel for you guys. Once you've noticed a noise once, you can't fail to notice it. Good luck.

[langhurst]

My car is now squeaking like some animal from the African Bush! I took it in to the dealer yesterday, and we told them that unless they have some new instructions from VW on how to fix this problem, then we are rejecting the car. The manager actually came for a ride with me in the car, and said he felt I was absolutely right, it was totally unacceptable......

[Gadgeteer1066]

Check the seals around the doors and the rof. If they are rough, like a cat's tongue then they need lubricating. If you check your handbook, you will see that it requires a special lubricating oil (details given there).

I understand this is quite expensive and VW Vortex people have sourced an alternative supply of the oil. I made an enquiry and got this result:

Krytox GPL105 oil is available in a bespoke 30ml applicator bottle. This includes a felt wick applicator which is ideal for applying the product to roof and door seals.
Prices are as follows:-
GPL 105 Oil in 30ml bottle - GB£ 16.00 ea
GPL 205 grease in 2oz tube - GB£ 16.70 ea
UL5 100ml spray can - GB£ 8.30ea
All above prices are ex works , excl VAT - MINIMUM ORDER VALUE - GB£30.00
We accept most debit/credit cards (except Amex and Diners)
If we can be of further assistance please give us a call on 0118 982 0567

Now I am not connected to the above, and whether you use this or the genuine VW part is up to you, but it very clearly fixes the problem. No point in rejecting a car through ignorance (on the part of the dealer, not you).

This is well discussed on VW Vortex and there is a thread which shows how to apply it etc.

It is the answer to this problem.

[EOSmage]

I can confirm that application of the oil to the seals around the roof and door make the squeaking stop completely.

I bought the Krytox GPL 205 grease, but would strongly recommend that you consider the GPL 105 oil instead. The grease is too thick and leaves a little bit of a residue that might contaminate places that it shouldn't. The oil matches the VW part (that I ended up using until I can order a larger bottle of the non-branded stuff).

I should point out that the little VW squeeze bottle will probably last me for three applications. I doubt that I'll have to apply the oil more than once every 3 months. But only time will tell.

I have to say that the "talking roof" is not the real reason to apply the oil. Most convertibles have some form of chattering rubber. The big thing that keeping the seals well oiled and soft helps with is leaks. If you keep them nice and soft with the oil, your car will not leak.

I strongly recommend checking out the VWvortex thread that details how and where to apply the oil. It is a valuable pre-read. Actually, I think dealers should get permission to print it in color and provide it with each EOS they sell.

Found here: http://forums.vwvortex.com/zerothread?id=3087297