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Sent a PM just in case... but looking for a headlamp retainer clamp. It's the metal bendy thing that holds the bulb in place.

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If you search Vibe radio wiring diagram on google you'll find some helpful images of what color wires goes where. Also, make sure you get the Scosche brand dash kit if they make one that is double din. The other manufacturer that makes install kits for our cars is subpar, at least the single DIN one...

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Death rattle?

You have to tell us what is rattling. This post is is vague, no one knows what you're talking about

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It's not the shop's fault, look at how long it ran. If you don't check your oil, it's not someone else's fault. On my car, the oil sender failed, allowing the oil to leak, rapidly, when the car was running. No leak when sitting. This went for two days. One more day, and my car would have run dry. I...

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Was it the shops fault the engine ran out of oil? Was the plug loose? Also recommend getting a junk yard engine out of a crashed vibe/matrix with lower miles. If you call around to a bunch of shops you can usually find a small shop that will do the swap for a reasonable price. Just had a tranny swap...

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You'll likely need a power wire to turn on the amp. This wire goes from the amp to the radio. When the radio powers on, it sends a signal to the amp to turn on. I have the Alpine MRV-500w amp - similar amp to yours. I can check if you can't figure out which color wire to use. Also - i have a alpine ...

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Break out the tape measure and see how wide you can go. Then stop into the store any measure up the max battery size you can fit. You might need to temporarily remove the battery to get a good look at the clearance. But you should be able to go bigger

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Chiadog wrote:Have you inspected the systems components? I'm guessing it won't be this easy to diagnose! But should be an easy diagnosis for a mechanic who regularly works on Corolla's.
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HAHA! I'll take a look at it maybe this weekend.

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circuitsmith wrote:
samsonite wrote:Where to start? No check engine light/ no codes.
So what's the problem? Symptoms?

Gas pump clicks off constantly. It's really hard to fill. It clicks off nearly 40 times before i get to the full mark. Just bought this Vibe with 63,000 miles

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What do you expect to gain by doing this? Trying to avoid fixing a broken EVAP system? Besides more pollution you'll decrease your MPGs slightly; and your gas will evaporate and go stale faster if you don't allow the tank to build slight pressure. Yeah, fix the problem by removing it. :lol: I guess...

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I want to completely remove the EVAP system on my car and just have it vent to the atmosphere. Is there anyone here who could remove the codes from the PCM so they don't appear?

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Both are 1.8l engines. My '07 has issues with 3rd gear. When you punch the gas, it just revs and doesn't accelerate. Like it's no longer in gear. Otherwise it shifts and drives normally. Found an '05 tranny out of a FWD with low miles thinking of swapping it. Any compatibility issues i should know a...

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Confirmed - M10x1.5 i pulled the plug last night.

Spent way too much time calling around and checking online when it only took me 10 mins to pull and drain. Was able to pour the fluid back into the tranny.

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Crap. I called around and NAPA said it might be the same size as the oil drain plug. M12x 1.5

That forum link looks like it's for a Tundra?

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Anyone know the thread size of the tranny drain plug on automatics? This happens to be a 2006 auto, A246E tranny i believe

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I just used a 3m Heavy Duty headlight restoration kit on some very hazed headlights. Used each sanding disc for about 10mins on each lense. These things look so awesome now. Almost new! I highly recommend the 3m heavy duty kit.

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These were an option or standard on the Pontiac G6 but the bolt pattern doesn't work on the Vibe. Looking for something similar. Love the steel look!

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Curious if there is a method for quickening and/or firming up shifts? I might be doing some towing with my Vibe in a few months when I move. I have a 1.8l fwd '04

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Could it be that the speaker is blown? Do you have a volt meter? Check the wires going to the speaker in the back and see if they're getting power. Might not be a bad time to upgrade your head unit too. They're a big improvement sound-wise for not a lot of dough. And having HD radio and the ability ...

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Wondering if the AWD model has any quarks I should be worried about. I'll be driving in the mountains and plan on driving it fairly hard.

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Samsonite, due to your sub size, are you unable to keep the speaker face flush with the interior paneling? Yeah, there isn't enough depth for this sub to make it flush. I think i'm done with this project. I could make it more eye pleasing but i don't have to look at it everyday. It would annoy me i...

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Given what you have done here, do you think an Infinity kappa perfect 12d vq, with a mounting depth pf 7", would fit into the subwoofer panel like you have mounted your 8"? So I measured tonight and I have 3/4" of an inch of clearance from the spare tire lid. Considering the Infinity...

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Given what you have done here, do you think an Infinity kappa perfect 12d vq, with a mounting depth pf 7", would fit into the subwoofer panel like you have mounted your 8"? I think I'm only about an inch from hitting the spare tire cover when I open it. i want to say no but I'll check tom...

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The factory jack is dangerous to use. The base on it is SO tiny it's prone to tipping over. Or, if that doesn't happen, the thinly stamped metal will probably fold in on itself. I've seen both situations happen and it's scary. Anyways, I cut out the factory mount and fabbed up a sheet metal part whi...

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The duct seal compound worked a little too well, quieting the box down too much. So i pulled half of it out until i got the sub tuned to where i thought it sounded best. Looking back, i should have just put the duct seal behind the subwoofer on the inside of the box and some of the areas of the outs...

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Well after a week of using the sub box i went back to take care of some resonance problems at certain frequencies. I could have read a 100 different ideas on deadening the box, but I decided to give molding clay a try. A tech from Parts-Express recommend it. So I went to Home Depot and picked up 2lb...

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Hey if money is no object... lol.

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I put a layer of batting into the original box after seeing derf's mods. I really think it helped. But I don't know for sure because I also sound proofed the whole trunk area. Nice. Yeah, i guess i'd recommend this if you're looking to expand what you hear. The 6.5's, even aftermarket ones, wont hi...

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Powered up the sub tonight. WOW! I'm not normally impressed with car audio speakers, but this Infinity Reference 860w sub is really accurate and has just enough bass with 400 watts running through it to shake things and rattle the license plate. I wasn't sure how the plastic box would hold up to the...

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The best handling upgrade you can make without increasing the harshness like lowering springs will do, is to get a front and rear swaybar package. They really help to control the sway of the vehicle when going around corners. The factory swaybars are a joke. Then do tires... don't go cheap on tires....

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Getting closer. I ended up using wood and fiberglass on the backside. It's nice and strong. I didn't trim the fiberglass mat in case I end up glassing in the whole box, which i still might do but I'd like to test everything out first. I'm really missing not having a sub. It's like i'm missing 1/3 of...

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Looks good thought about the same when I had the rear cargo area apart. The 6.5" OEM woofer is ok, but 8" would definitely be a better match. Are you going to add anything in or around the plastic box to minimize resonance? The odd shape of the OEM box seemed to create peaks in the bass c...

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My car came with a 6.5" speaker box. I'm modifying it to support a 8" subwoofer. I'm going to use Bondo-Glass 272 Fiberglass Reinforced Filler to fill in the holes. The subwoofer that i'm using is an Infinity Reference 860w - which is a fairly deep 8" sub (5-3/16"). After mocking...

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Kenwood KDC-HD548U Peak: 50 watts x 4 channels, RMS: 22 watts x 4 channels Right now I feel like i could blow my speakers if i maxed out the volume. Or my ear drums. So maybe i'll just bypass the amp. I'm looking into sound deadening right now. So much info out there. Any recommendations for value?

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Does the factory amp hindering sound quality? Like, good music goes in, crap comes out? I've upgraded everything except the factory Moon and Tunes amp. My JBL GTO component speakers run fine with the power of my Kenwood HU and the factory amp. They get louder then i ever need them to. I'm wondering ...

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Not for sale anymore.

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It's out of a '07 but i'm pretty sure it will work on '09+ I'll know for sure tonight. I'm going to test it.

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Will fit all years Vibe/Matrix. Easy install. I'll include install bolts. $40 + shipping or pick up in Minneapolis

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Removing EVAP, any computer tuners here?

'05 FWD auto tranny in my '07 FWD?

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Shift kit for automatics? Or way to firm up shifts?

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