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Wind noise from driver's window.

Discussion in 'Model 3: Interior & Exterior' started by brjr, Aug 14, 2020.

  1. brjr

    brjr Member

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    The Model 3 is super quiet except my driver's side window makes a constant hiss noise for speeds over 50 mph. Not the other windows. Is this something that can be fixed?
     
  2. TX_M3P+

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    Yes there are several YouTube video on how to fix this. It requires pulling off the door panel and adjust a tension screw that makes the window apply more pressure on the seal when the door is closed. However, if you put too much tension on it, it can interfere with the auto rollup option, as the mechanism thinks something is blocking the window from rolling up properly. I bought a used Tesla and think the first owner did this, because there was no wind noise at all from the driver window but the window would not auto rollup at all. I just had service out to adjust the tension and now auto rollup works great but I hear wind noise when going over 50. I guess you have to pick you poison or find the magical sweet spot where both scenarios are minimized.
     
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  3. Puddles

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    If it's new (still under warranty), the ranger might come and adjust it for you.
     
  4. AxlxA

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    Check your rubber seal on top of your door from mirror all the way up to the corner at B pillar. See if any of this is not sealing with the window enough. Some people have done heat gun and warping but like someone else said, adjusting the way window rolls, inward or outward may be another solution.
     
  5. brjr

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    Thanks a lot for the info. I think i can live with the wind noise. Just turn up Grateful Dead while driving fast.
     
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