Bosch Mechanical Vibration / Loose Mounting

Furnace causes noticeable vibration or rattling noises through the ductwork or piping

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Possible Causes

Loose blower or fan mounting, Unbalanced fan wheel, Loose sheet metal panels, Rigidly mounted piping transmitting vibration

How to Fix / Troubleshooting

Safety: Turn off power before tightening any components.

  • Panel screws: Tighten all access panel screws and any loose sheet metal around the furnace.
  • Fan mounting: Check that the combustion fan and blower assemblies are firmly secured to their brackets.
  • Piping supports: Add or adjust pipe hangers with rubber isolation to reduce vibration transmission.

If vibration persists, the fan wheel may be damaged and should be replaced.

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Repair Difficulty

Easy 2/5

Required Part

Combustion Fan Assembly
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