Clicking noise coming from rear panel on passenger side

[Brutus02]

I just purchased a 2005 Expedition 3 days ago, it just started making a loud clicking noise behind the back side passenger pannel. The clicking noise will speed up and slow down....does anybody have an idea on what this could be? Thanks

 

[smo0othride]

Does the clicking stop if you turn your rear air off?

 

[Brutus02]

It doesn't actually stop, but i do notice thats when it speeds op or slows down. I also noticed it first when I turned the air conditioner on...it sounds like someone is yanking the seat belt all the way out...actually thats what i thought it was at first...lol

 

[ELVATO]

Does it vary when you turn it full hot or full cold?

 

[Brutus02]

It does.......

 

[ELVATO]

My guess is the gear that controls the temp of the rear air is stripped. Unless you have really skinny hands, you'll have to take off the quarter panel. Tis a common problem. See the sticky in the General Discussion area.

 

[Brutus02]

just wanted to say thanks....info there was beyond helpful.....thanks again