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by DennisLee
Fri Jul 17, 2015 11:12 am
Forum: Interior
Topic: 2009/10 Vibe seats same as Matrix?
Replies: 1
Views: 953

2009/10 Vibe seats same as Matrix?

Does anyone know, are the frames and mounts on the 2009/10 Pontiac vibe front seats the same as the Matrix for those years? Could you take the front seats out of a 2010 Matrix and bolt them directly into a 2009 Vibe?

Thanks in advance
by DennisLee
Fri Jan 24, 2014 9:01 pm
Forum: Wheels & Tires
Topic: I need new tires
Replies: 19
Views: 5910

Re: I need new tires

I've got Continental PureContact all-season tires on my 2009 (base, 2.4l, 17" alloys) and I think they are great. They are a softer ride then a performance tire which is what I wanted, and I think they are the best all-season tire I've ever had for driving in snow. We live in the suburbs of Min...
by DennisLee
Fri Jan 24, 2014 8:54 pm
Forum: Wheels & Tires
Topic: which tires?
Replies: 10
Views: 2707

Re: which tires?

Fall of 2012 I put Continental PureContact on my 2009 Base w/ 2.4L engine and the 17" factory alloys. These are between the ExtremeContact DWS and the ProContact tires. That Winter I had the care out driving around the neighborhood following a 5 - 6" snowfall. I was only 2nd or 3rd car dow...
by DennisLee
Sun Aug 25, 2013 3:40 pm
Forum: Latest News
Topic: Recall done
Replies: 3
Views: 3958

Re: Recall done

MO what they're going to find: People with slushboxes using their left foot to brake while resting their right on the gas. With the lightness and touchyness of the accelerator, a minor parking lot mistake can turn dangerous real quick! I'm sure there's a few with a genuine electronic problem, but n...
by DennisLee
Sun Nov 25, 2012 10:44 pm
Forum: The Vibe Lounge
Topic: remove rear seat 2009?
Replies: 9
Views: 4490

Re: remove rear seat 2009?

Maybe this snapshot could help you !!! :) That's exactly what I needed to see ... last week! Thanks for the photo tho, hopefully someone else will be able to find it if they need to figure out how to remove the rear seat in a 2009/2010 vibe. The small black side panel that you can see in the lower ...
by DennisLee
Thu Nov 22, 2012 11:43 am
Forum: The Vibe Lounge
Topic: remove rear seat 2009?
Replies: 9
Views: 4490

Re: remove rear seat 2009?

I don't need to remove the seat cover, I just need to get the seat up and out (long story) ...sounds like you're trying to gain access to the panel opening (under the rear seat) that lets you get to the gas tank & access to the in-tank electric fuel pump?!? It's actually more embarrassing than ...
by DennisLee
Thu Nov 22, 2012 7:12 am
Forum: The Vibe Lounge
Topic: remove rear seat 2009?
Replies: 9
Views: 4490

Re: remove rear seat 2009?

I don't need to remove the seat cover, I just need to get the seat up and out (long story)
by DennisLee
Wed Nov 21, 2012 7:30 pm
Forum: The Vibe Lounge
Topic: remove rear seat 2009?
Replies: 9
Views: 4490

Re: remove rear seat 2009?

Thanks! Do you recall, are the clips attached to the car. amd thje seat sits down on top of them? or are the clips part of the seat and they push down into the car? The old cars, you used to push the front of the back seat towards the back to disengage the clips, and then you could lift up the from ...
by DennisLee
Wed Nov 21, 2012 5:58 pm
Forum: The Vibe Lounge
Topic: remove rear seat 2009?
Replies: 9
Views: 4490

remove rear seat 2009?

I need to remove the rear seat cushion in my 2009 Vibe. Anyone know what the trick is to do that? It almost looks like the old way where you pushed the front of the rear seat cushion to the back and then lift up, but it's not happening. I could reef on it harder but hopefully someone can assure me t...
by DennisLee
Wed Nov 14, 2012 1:34 pm
Forum: The Vibe Lounge
Topic: Seat difference
Replies: 8
Views: 1466

Re: Seat difference

The only thing I had against the seats in my 2009 was a lack of lumbar support. I found a local auto upholstery shop that was able to insert a lumbar pad in the seat back for $75. Now, if I was going to have to drive a couple hundred miles or more I'd definitely want to take my wife's 2012 Optima - ...
by DennisLee
Sat Nov 10, 2012 5:15 pm
Forum: The Vibe Lounge
Topic: Wheel wont come off ??!!
Replies: 8
Views: 3251

Wheel wont come off ??!!

(removed) - 2009 Vibe Base, 17" stock AL wheels. Car is jacked up, removed five lug nuts, but wheel won't come off! Is there something else holding the tire on? I gave it a couple of kicks, but it seems pretty solid. This is the first time I've tried to take any of the wheels off but it doesn't...
by DennisLee
Sat Nov 03, 2012 7:16 pm
Forum: Maintenance Bay
Topic: Door ajar light on after accident & seatbelt question
Replies: 10
Views: 2990

Re: Door ajar light on after accident & seatbelt question

Hatch no longer closes all the way? Rear door "sticks"? I'm afraid you have some serious damage there. If you're thinking of not getting it repaired, I'd take it to a body shop to get an estimate before I'd just accept a check from the insurance company.
by DennisLee
Sat Nov 03, 2012 7:02 pm
Forum: Wheels & Tires
Topic: Nexen Tires, Scion Wheels, TPMS Sensors
Replies: 10
Views: 2937

Re: Nexen Tires, Scion Wheels, TPMS Sensors

"215/55-17 size" Is that correct? or did you mean 215/55-16? At least on my 2009 Vibe, the 17" wheels use 215/ 45 -17 size tires, altho I've seen it mentioned in here that 205/50-17 is within the 3% size differential. If you're going all the way up to 215/55-17, according to the Disco...
by DennisLee
Tue Oct 02, 2012 11:22 am
Forum: Wheels & Tires
Topic: Just bought new tires
Replies: 7
Views: 1917

Re: Just bought new tires

What percent do you figure for the speedometer impact? I think I'll need new tires before we get much snow. The Sumitos that were on the car when I bought it are noisy as heck and are deadly in the rain (as in, you could be dead if you don't slow down). I like the idea of a little more sidewall to c...
by DennisLee
Tue Oct 02, 2012 11:16 am
Forum: The Vibe Lounge
Topic: Got that double din
Replies: 4
Views: 1177

Re: Got that double din

How did you handle the OnStar interface, or did you just disable it?

I'd love to replace the OnStar in my 2009 Base with a HomeLink mirror and bluetooth interface, but I don't think anyone has figured out how to do it on the 2009/2010 models.
by DennisLee
Thu Sep 27, 2012 11:21 am
Forum: The Vibe Lounge
Topic: looking to purchase
Replies: 17
Views: 2411

Re: looking to purchase

FWIW I paid 10,300 4 months ago for my 2009 Vibe base w/ 2.4l engine w/ 5 spd auto, 17" AL wheels, PL, PW, no sun roof, 69,000 miles, clean carfax. It was about $1500 - $2000 less than what other dealers were listing their vehicles for (altho it is what I was thinking of offering the other deal...
by DennisLee
Sat Sep 22, 2012 6:02 pm
Forum: The Vibe Lounge
Topic: 2003 Vibe heater not very warm?
Replies: 4
Views: 1209

Re: 2003 Vibe heater not very warm?

Thermostat or low coolant. I've seen it one of our other cars where there was enough coolant for the engine (at least under low speed conditions) but apparently not enough to put hot water into the heater coils.
by DennisLee
Fri Sep 14, 2012 1:54 pm
Forum: The Vibe Lounge
Topic: Potential New Vibester!
Replies: 22
Views: 3052

Re: Potential New Vibester!

I would highly recommend you visit your bank and/or local Credit Unions to get an idea what their interest rates would be, so you know what kind of deal the dealer may present you with. They can also give you what they consider the Loan value of the vehicle. BUT don't have them all submit loan reque...
by DennisLee
Wed Sep 12, 2012 8:51 pm
Forum: Interior
Topic: Drivers seat lumbar support
Replies: 2
Views: 1169

Drivers seat lumbar support

I started having problems with my back after I had the Vibe for a couple months. I had taken to driving with a folded up towel behind my lower back. I stopped at a local auto upholstery shop last week to see if they had any ideas. Came back today, and for $75 they installed an additional foam suppor...
by DennisLee
Wed Sep 12, 2012 8:33 pm
Forum: The Vibe Lounge
Topic: Potential New Vibester!
Replies: 22
Views: 3052

Re: Potential New Vibester!

That's less than I paid a few months ago for my 2009 Base (auto, pw, pl, mags upgrades), and I thought I got a deal compared to what other dealers were asking for the car. It did have a clean CarFax. Don't forget, the 2009's (and, I think, 2010's) came with a 5 year 100,000 mile powertrain warrantly...
by DennisLee
Mon Sep 10, 2012 6:07 pm
Forum: Wheels & Tires
Topic: Flat tire & majorly damaged wheel :(
Replies: 41
Views: 16296

Re: (J_TO_ENVY)

In this case you should have INSISTED for them to provide you with the damaged parts (on your terms) WRITTEN up in the original proposal. Actually I believe whoever is paying for the repair gets the damaged parts. It's kind of like if your car is totaled, you don't get to keep both the check from t...
by DennisLee
Mon Sep 03, 2012 9:10 pm
Forum: The Vibe Lounge
Topic: What model Vibe do I own?
Replies: 23
Views: 7052

Re: What model Vibe do I own?

Pretty much the same thing I have, except for the roof racks and the color (mine is black) :D
by DennisLee
Mon Sep 03, 2012 5:22 pm
Forum: Exterior
Topic: New Way To Disable DRL's
Replies: 178
Views: 163559

Re: New Way To Disable DRL's

trondsenjd wrote:... My reason (other than the stalking) is the drive-in movies ...
People still go to drive-in movies?
by DennisLee
Mon Sep 03, 2012 5:17 pm
Forum: The Vibe Lounge
Topic: What model Vibe do I own?
Replies: 23
Views: 7052

Re: What model Vibe do I own?

Definitely Base model, the spoiler on the GT is a separate piece from the body and is the full width of the body. On the base, the 1SB package gives you the 2.4L engine along with the Rear Cargo Storage system and the fold down front seat back. Adding the Preferred Package brings Criuse, PW, PL, Key...
by DennisLee
Mon Sep 03, 2012 7:40 am
Forum: The Vibe Lounge
Topic: What model Vibe do I own?
Replies: 23
Views: 7052

Re: What model Vibe do I own?

I don't know what all the differences are but I don't think it is real easy to tell from the picture of the front. The "base" version also had options packages that included the 2.4L engine, fog lights and Alloy wheels (like mine). My understanding is that the GT came with the 18" whe...
by DennisLee
Sun Sep 02, 2012 12:50 pm
Forum: GenVibe Garage
Topic: Re: Mariachi's Vibe - Wheels Update Page 4
Replies: 174
Views: 53838

Re: Mariachi's Vibe

Any tips on what you had to do to pull the rears seats, and what was involved in pulling/replacing the covers? Did you recover your front seats as well? Or did you replace them?
by DennisLee
Sat Sep 01, 2012 2:04 pm
Forum: Audio, Electronics, Electrical
Topic: 110 volt outlet not working
Replies: 4
Views: 1504

Re: 110 volt outlet not working

I hate to sound real obvious, but you do know there is a switch to turn on the power to the outlet, just above the gear shift to that left, right?
by DennisLee
Thu Aug 30, 2012 7:44 pm
Forum: Exterior
Topic: how much can I pull?
Replies: 19
Views: 8533

Re: how much can I pull?

Btw, I was wondering how much torque you put on those bolts? The instructions that came with the hitch specified 65 Ft Lbs, as I recall. The install kit included washers with a slight cone shape, I think the idea was to torque the bolts until the washers were flattened. The hitch was a piece of cak...
by DennisLee
Wed Aug 29, 2012 4:13 pm
Forum: Exterior
Topic: how much can I pull?
Replies: 19
Views: 8533

Re: how much can I pull?

Don't know where you are located, but I was able to pick up a tap at Menards. I went with the Curt brand hitch because it pretty much hides everything except the receiver. Kind of like the stuff Hidden Hitch used to put out before they got bought up. Amazon has some good prices on the hitches and wi...
by DennisLee
Fri Aug 24, 2012 5:59 pm
Forum: Audio, Electronics, Electrical
Topic: Serius Antenna and Trailer wiring, 2009 Vibe GT
Replies: 26
Views: 7988

Re: (beemerphile1)

...I ran the wire to the battery beneath the carpet and through the grommet in the firewall for the brake pedal connection to the master cylinder. Star, Where exactly did you run the wire under the carpet (and how). I've still got to get my vibe wired (the hitch was easy after I picked up a tap fro...
by DennisLee
Fri Aug 24, 2012 9:16 am
Forum: Wheels & Tires
Topic: Flap of loose rubber on sidewall - serious?
Replies: 13
Views: 4765

Re: Flap of loose rubber on sidewall - serious?

LilFett wrote:
DennisLee wrote:...(altho I'd put the new one on the read for the next 5000 mi or so).
Wasn't sure what you meant here?
Sorry, typo'ed that. I meant to put the new one on the rear for a while so you'd have matched wear on the tires on the front until the new tire gets some road miles on it.
by DennisLee
Thu Aug 23, 2012 4:52 pm
Forum: Wheels & Tires
Topic: Flap of loose rubber on sidewall - serious?
Replies: 13
Views: 4765

Re: Flap of loose rubber on sidewall - serious?

Well, you've got your Road Hazard, and you have some kind of side wall damage. I'd go in there and tell them you hit something on the road (and not mention that it was the curb ;) ) and ask them if the tire is still safe. If they jump at the chance to tell you the tire has to be replaced, *then* I w...
by DennisLee
Wed Aug 22, 2012 7:31 pm
Forum: Exterior
Topic: Tongue weight of the Vibe 2009?
Replies: 12
Views: 3793

Re: Tongue weight of the Vibe 2009?

Page 9-78, under Weight of the Trailer

How Heavy can a trailer safely be?

It should never weigh more than 1500 lbs
by DennisLee
Wed Aug 22, 2012 3:25 pm
Forum: Audio, Electronics, Electrical
Topic: Serius Antenna and Trailer wiring, 2009 Vibe GT
Replies: 26
Views: 7988

Re: Serius Antenna and Trailer wiring, 2009 Vibe GT

I'll be interested in any answers as well. I've already go my hitch installed, but I still need to get the wiring hooked up. I thought the purpose of the module was so that it you had a short in your trailer wiring, it would not impact the normal tail light circuits but would trip the fuse that is i...
by DennisLee
Wed Aug 22, 2012 3:14 pm
Forum: Exterior
Topic: Tongue weight of the Vibe 2009?
Replies: 12
Views: 3793

Re: Tongue weight of the Vibe 2009?

Ya gotta love the way the manufacturers all state "The GVWR includes the weight of the vehicle, all occupants, fuel, and cargo.", but never quite get around to telling you what the estimated weight of the vehicle is. If it's anything like my Trib was, when they say what the tow capacity is...
by DennisLee
Thu Jul 26, 2012 7:19 pm
Forum: Maintenance Bay
Topic: 2010 Not Smooth at take off
Replies: 18
Views: 2975

Re: 2010 Not Smooth at take off

Tried this on my 2009 Vibe (2.4l, 5spd) this am before leaving for work. I don't know if it was this or if the car and I are finally starting to understand each other, but I seemed to be able to make smoother starts coming off of stop lights and such.
by DennisLee
Wed Jul 25, 2012 9:14 pm
Forum: The Vibe Lounge
Topic: 2007 Sliding Visors
Replies: 3
Views: 975

Re: 2007 Sliding Visors

....I'm not done trying and (removed) the idiots who removed sliding visors from the Vibe.... Vibramatic, did you ever get the sliding visors to work? My wite's new Optima has the sliding visors, it seems such a simple solution I can't see why more cars don't have them. Alho, I suppose if all the t...
by DennisLee
Wed Jul 25, 2012 8:44 pm
Forum: The Vibe Lounge
Topic: Random acts of Vibe love
Replies: 613
Views: 165184

Re: Random acts of Vibe love in MN

Stopped to get gas on the way into work yesterday .... next to a Matrix IMAG0228.jpg Got to work, parked the Black Beauty .... between an older vibe and a g6 IMAG0229.jpg Went out to lunch ... parked next to a Charcoal gray 09/10 IMAG0230.jpg Oh, and stopped to pick up some dog food on the way home ...
by DennisLee
Sat Jul 21, 2012 8:47 pm
Forum: Exterior
Topic: 09 pontiac vibe (spitfire) GT with ninja grillz :)
Replies: 16
Views: 3346

Re: 09 pontiac vibe (spitfire) GT with ninja grillz :)

If you buy a a black Vibe you automatically get matching color grills.... 8-)
by DennisLee
Wed Jul 18, 2012 4:52 pm
Forum: The Vibe Lounge
Topic: When your Vibe kicks the bucket...what will you get?
Replies: 51
Views: 10096

Re: When your Vibe kicks the bucket...what will you get?

Waaaay to soon to think about it, but it'd have to be something I can put a trailer hitch on. Most of the new sedans (Optima, Camry, Fusion, etc) are rated for ZERO towing. It may be that the days of a small hauler are gone.
by DennisLee
Mon Jul 16, 2012 8:32 pm
Forum: The Vibe Lounge
Topic: what did you pay for your vibe?
Replies: 90
Views: 13801

Re: what did you pay for your vibe?

Just picked up my 2009 Vibe Base (with 1sb? package?) with 69,000 miles a couple of weeks ago for $10,250. Its got the 2.4 l engine w/ 5 speed auto, pwr windows/locks, XM radio and 17 inch Aluminum wheels. Tires are fair, not sure if I'll have to replace them or not before Winter, but for now they w...
by DennisLee
Mon Jul 16, 2012 8:04 pm
Forum: The Vibe Lounge
Topic: New 2009 Vibe Owner
Replies: 11
Views: 1589

Re: New 2009 Vibe Owner

Here she is! Finally figured out how to embed a photo. I was looking for a Vibe/Matrix to act as kind of a mini SUV to tow my two wheel trailer and be able to haul some tools, but now that I have it I really like the looks! I think it looks a lot better than the Matrix front trim. It's got the 2.4L ...
by DennisLee
Mon Jul 16, 2012 7:51 pm
Forum: Exterior
Topic: road kill issues
Replies: 20
Views: 3932

Re: road kill issues

Raccoon bite! Do'an wanna hear about no steenking Raccoon bite

Now this heah's a real animal bite!

Image


RIP my little Trib, you were a good car.
by DennisLee
Mon Jul 16, 2012 5:47 pm
Forum: Wheels & Tires
Topic: Sick Of Low Profile Tires...Any Suggestions?
Replies: 9
Views: 4589

Re: Sick Of Low Profile Tires...Any Suggestions?

Have you tried searching for places that sell Used tires? Sometimes you can get a reasonable price on a couple of pairs from either salvage yards or places that specialize in selling upgraded aftermarket rims (selling the trade-ins). You won't get as much mileage as you would out of a new set but if...
by DennisLee
Tue Jul 10, 2012 9:16 pm
Forum: Tech Info & Do-It-Yourself Info
Topic: Experience with Curt 12234 Trailer Hitch
Replies: 2
Views: 1355

Re: Experience with Curt 12234 Trailer Hitch

bringjustn, What size tap is it? I've got that same hitch sitting in my garage now waiting for this weekend. Also, any tips on where to run the primary power wire for the trailer lights? I'm also thinking of mounting a 12v socket in the driver side molding, a few inches ahead of the driver side acce...
by DennisLee
Sun Jul 08, 2012 8:54 am
Forum: Maintenance Bay
Topic: Vibration/Rumble while braking/slow speeds - 2009
Replies: 4
Views: 2515

Vibration/Rumble while braking/slow speeds - 2009

OK, I picked up a 2009 Vibe a week ago. It's got less that 75,000 miles so they had to give me a 30 day/1000 Mile warranty so I need to figure this out asap. I'm getting some kind of vibration moving forward at slow speeds, kind of a low rumble like I was driving over really small rumble strips, or ...
by DennisLee
Sun Jul 08, 2012 7:35 am
Forum: The Vibe Lounge
Topic: The Official "Price You Paid For Gas" Thread
Replies: 1661
Views: 1532804

Re: The Official "Price You Paid For Gas" Thread

http://www.gasbuddy.com/" onclick="window.open(this.href);return false; - Get the Mobile app, it uses your phone GPS to get prices from the closest stations.
by DennisLee
Sat Jul 07, 2012 10:58 am
Forum: The Vibe Lounge
Topic: New to Gen Vibe!! and New Vibe Owner
Replies: 24
Views: 3601

Re: New to Gen Vibe!! and New Vibe Owner

So, is it just the 2010 that eats the radio knobs? Or do I need to worry about that with my 2009 as well?
by DennisLee
Fri Jul 06, 2012 10:46 am
Forum: Interior
Topic: 2009 Vibe ->Little Storage Compartment on left side of steering? Part number?
Replies: 49
Views: 12767

Re: 2009 Vibe ->Little Storage Compartment on left side of s

I popped open the little storage compartment by accident while looking for the hood latch the second day I had my 2009 Vibe (like, last Friday). it's full of change! it doesn't rattle if you get enough coins in there. Looks like most of it is pennies, but there was a 2 Euro piece.
by DennisLee
Fri Jul 06, 2012 10:18 am
Forum: Interior
Topic: 2009 spare tire insert?
Replies: 2
Views: 838

Re: 2009 spare tire insert?

OK, Thanks! I was thinking I could do something like that, but one of the local yards has a fresh 2009 Vibe in, if there was supposed to be something there I was going to run out there tomorrow AM and see if they still had whatever it was I was missing.

Saved me a trip, Thanks!