2003 Heating/AC noise

[ccasey79]

I have a 2003 taurus SEL, with the automatic temp. controls. Whenever the AC or heat is on for a few minutes, and i'm driving, I notie a rattling noise coming from the passenger side near the center of the car. If i turn off the system, the noise stops. Am i correct in assuming that some kind of blower or fan isn't working properly? My brother had a 2003 as well, and I am almost sure he had the same problem, and they replaced something to fix it, we just don't know what. They also told him that it was a known issue with early 2003 models, and a recall was possible. Unfortunately, the dealer wouldn't do anything to fix mine, because the noise usually starts only after going over a rough surface or a bump. The dealer said they heard no noise when they had the car turned on in the parking lot, and doesn't know anything about it being a common problem. Anyone have any info on how I can get this fixed? (I'm not really good with auto stuff, so fixing it myself is probably not an option for me)

Thanks!
Chris

[denisb]

It could be something as simple as something having fallen in the vent (gum wrapper, leaf, kids toy)......not that it ever happened to me