[azv311]

iDrive dial was replaced under warranty for an almost constant rattle. Couple months later, and it's happening again. I've rotated and moved the dial in every position when it's happening to see if there's a bad spot, but the noise never changes. Any thoughts on what's causing the issue?

Video of the noise
https://youtube.com/shorts/SnDBzLdnN4g?feature=share

[BroDoze]

I think I may have this same issue. It’s either the dial itself or something near the dial buzzing a lot.

[JABCAT]

That would drive me nuts. The only time I get a similar noise is when my yeti is in the cup holder. Have you tried popping up the console trim & re-seating it? It's very simple to pop up. Maybe also try removing & reinstalling the side pieces as well.

[azv311]

Originally Posted by JABCAT

Have you tried popping up the console trim & re-seating it? It's very simple to pop up. Maybe also try removing & reinstalling the side pieces as well.

I haven't tried that. Most that I did before taking it to the dealer was pull/ push on every part of the console around the noise, but there was still no change. I remove everything from the console too and unplugged my radar detector.

Swapping the dial did work, but now I'm just curious what the problem is with the dial.

And I thought they replaced the dial by itself, but it looks like the dial is a part of the single component that includes the surrounding buttons. https://www.leebmann24.com/de/en/com...oller-653714#1

[BroDoze]

My noise is something in that module. Next time I hear it I’ll pinpoint which exact thing. I believe it’s the dial itself.

[JABCAT]

I noticed randomly on my most recent long drive that I was getting this annoying rattle in this area now (thanks! ). I thought it was my Yeti in the cup holder, but when I removed it the rattle persisted. I found if I pressed back toward the shifter on the front of the carbon fiber trim, the rattle would go away. So, at least in my car, it has something to do with the trim.