Spare tyre tray squeaking.

[seasofcaladan]

Hi all. Just bought a Puma and have noticed an intermittent squeaking coming from the rear of the car. At first I thought it may be related to the brakes or suspension. But having tested these I discounted it. However tonight I had a hunch it may be the spare tyre tray so I gave it a wiggle and indeed it rocks a little and squeaks.
Just wondered if anyone else had experienced this and what they did to fix it.
Cheers.

 

[redexr]

Never noticed it on any Puma I've ever driven. You may just need to tighten the clamp bolt up a bit more from inside the boot. If that doesn't work I'd suggest smearing some waxoyl or grease around the mounting holes for the tray.

 

[seasofcaladan]

Thanks for that redexr will try it tomoz

 

[TylerB]

It is the spare wheel which rubs a litlle bit on the chassis frame. However, normally there should be a small iron plate which is mounted above the spare wheel (on the chassis) with a hook on one side and 1 bolt on the other. This prevents this. I had the same thing as you and noticed it had been removed. I mounted this from another puma and the squeaking was gone. Also don't forget to tighten it hard enough offcourse.