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by 21Rouge
Thu Dec 29, 2022 5:01 am
Forum: The Vibe Lounge
Topic: 2005, Original Owner, 201k km/125k miles
Replies: 3
Views: 603

Re: 2005, Original Owner, 201k km/125k miles

Sorry. This Vibe isnt for sale. I just posted to further illustrate the reliability of this vehicle.
by 21Rouge
Sun Dec 11, 2022 12:17 pm
Forum: The Vibe Lounge
Topic: 2005, Original Owner, 201k km/125k miles
Replies: 3
Views: 603

2005, Original Owner, 201k km/125k miles

It has done admirable service for our family.

We havent put on many miles on it in the past decade but it still gets used reasonably regularly.
by 21Rouge
Mon Mar 26, 2018 5:45 am
Forum: The Vibe Lounge
Topic: How many miles on your Vibes?
Replies: 1042
Views: 1305533

Re: How many miles on your Vibes?

We purchased our 2005 Vibe new; it shows about 192k km right now (115k miles).
by 21Rouge
Fri Dec 11, 2015 7:49 am
Forum: Problems & Warranty Issues
Topic: Driver's side wiper won't go all the way to the left
Replies: 2
Views: 885

Re: Driver's side wiper won't go all the way to the left

joatmon wrote:If it's just not properly aligned, you should be able to remove the nut, and reposition the arm on the splined shaft
Thanks for taking time to respond joatmon.

I did just that and all seems fine.
by 21Rouge
Tue Dec 08, 2015 7:34 am
Forum: Problems & Warranty Issues
Topic: Driver's side wiper won't go all the way to the left
Replies: 2
Views: 885

Driver's side wiper won't go all the way to the left

I just noticed recently this happening.

And as far as I can tell everything else seems fine regarding this wiper's path across the window.

Any ideas?
by 21Rouge
Sat Nov 14, 2015 4:04 am
Forum: Problems & Warranty Issues
Topic: P0171b?
Replies: 13
Views: 2334

Re: P0171b?

Thanks for the help everyone.

Replacement of the MAF sensor seems to have resulted in a lower idle...about 900 rpm (colder days).
by 21Rouge
Thu Nov 12, 2015 2:53 pm
Forum: Problems & Warranty Issues
Topic: P0171b?
Replies: 13
Views: 2334

Re: P0171b?

circuitsmith wrote:Perhaps leaky intake manifold gasket.
The mechanic replaced just today the intake manifold gasket (hard and cracked and leaking oil)
by 21Rouge
Thu Nov 12, 2015 2:50 pm
Forum: Problems & Warranty Issues
Topic: P0171b?
Replies: 13
Views: 2334

Re: P0171b?

Does the 05 Vibe have an air intake temperature sensor or is it incorporated with the maf sensor?
by 21Rouge
Thu Nov 12, 2015 12:52 pm
Forum: Problems & Warranty Issues
Topic: P0171b?
Replies: 13
Views: 2334

Re: P0171b?

vibrologist wrote:warm idle should be near 800 rpm, maybe as low as 750 rpm. My automatic does 800 when I shift into N.
I guess it makes no difference manual vs automatic?
vibrologist wrote:If there are no vacuum leaks, check the fuel pressure and injectors.
Can be a pain solving a high idle :(.
by 21Rouge
Thu Nov 12, 2015 9:17 am
Forum: Engine & Transmission
Topic: "Normal" idle for a 2005 Vibe?
Replies: 1
Views: 841

"Normal" idle for a 2005 Vibe?

My mechanic, after doing some work ie cleaning MAF and replacing the intake manifold gasket, thinks the idle is too high ie 1200 rpm.

What is considered the usual idle for an 05 MT VIBE?
by 21Rouge
Thu Nov 12, 2015 8:25 am
Forum: Problems & Warranty Issues
Topic: P0171b?
Replies: 13
Views: 2334

Re: P0171b?

It means that either unmetered air is entering the engine or there is a lack a of fuel. Thanks for the quick reply 'gtv'. In the little that I drove it after seeing the light there were no driving issues at all. What would you suggest one check re either of these seemingly unrelated issues? (What i...
by 21Rouge
Thu Nov 12, 2015 8:09 am
Forum: Problems & Warranty Issues
Topic: P0171b?
Replies: 13
Views: 2334

P0171b?

I had a solid yellow engine light come on earlier this week (2005 Vibe MT)

I left it with my independent mechanic and he emailed me that the code shown is P0171b system lean bank.

(He says the idle is at 1200 rpm).

Can someone tell me what specifically what this code refers to specifically?
by 21Rouge
Fri Jul 10, 2015 8:56 am
Forum: Engine & Transmission
Topic: emergency brake too "loose"
Replies: 2
Views: 1438

emergency brake too "loose"

We have a 2005 MT Vibe and there is no doubt that the Ebrake needs to be...tightened ie one needs to pull it way up to do its thing.

What is involved in adjusting it?
by 21Rouge
Tue May 21, 2013 4:07 pm
Forum: Audio, Electronics, Electrical
Topic: TPS light on all the time
Replies: 1
Views: 1338

TPS light on all the time

I have an 05 Vibe and not long after changing over from winter to all season tires the TPS light comes on w/o cause. What is involved in replacing the module/sensor?
by 21Rouge
Tue May 14, 2013 9:09 am
Forum: Canada - Ontario
Topic: Need a shop/technician for a clutch replacement (Markham)
Replies: 1
Views: 2108

Need a shop/technician for a clutch replacement (Markham)

I am in need of a clutch replacement: http://forums.genvibe.com/phpBB3/viewtopic.php?f=12&t=40957&p=482210#p482210" onclick="window.open(this.href);return false; I am hoping to get a recommendation of an independent shop or a mechanic in Markham/Richmond Hill area to do a complete ...
by 21Rouge
Tue May 14, 2013 8:45 am
Forum: Engine & Transmission
Topic: What parts for a "clutch replacement"?
Replies: 4
Views: 1399

Re: What parts for a "clutch replacement"?

you want to make sure they replace the throwout bearing. Pressure plate should be ok. They may want to resurface the flywheel, depending on how it looks. Some say they should use new bolts to reattach the flywheel to the crank. Thanks for this. I will be sure to ask for this so that each quote is c...
by 21Rouge
Tue May 14, 2013 5:06 am
Forum: Engine & Transmission
Topic: What parts for a "clutch replacement"?
Replies: 4
Views: 1399

What parts for a "clutch replacement"?

We are the original owners of a 2005 1.8L Vibe. It just passed the 130 000 km mark (80k miles) and it does need a clutch replacement. I am just starting to get some cost estimates on such work and they vary greatly...from $1700 + tax at a GM dealership to less than half that at independent garages. ...
by 21Rouge
Sun Jan 13, 2013 1:13 pm
Forum: Audio, Electronics, Electrical
Topic: replacement of backlight for air circulation dial?
Replies: 2
Views: 719

Re: replacement of backlight for air circulation dial?

I did remove the radio but it was so long ago that I had forgotten all the details. So thanks very much kitt for that 'step by step' reply.
by 21Rouge
Sun Jan 13, 2013 8:38 am
Forum: Audio, Electronics, Electrical
Topic: replacement of backlight for air circulation dial?
Replies: 2
Views: 719

replacement of backlight for air circulation dial?

Recently the lighting for the left most rotary dial has 'burned out' (MY 2005). It appears that the front 'plate' is held in with a screw behind the middle dial. What is involved in removing the entire front plate and replacing the corresponding...bulb?

Thanks for your experience.
by 21Rouge
Wed Mar 30, 2011 7:34 pm
Forum: Engine & Transmission
Topic: which M1 filter is the longer one?
Replies: 1
Views: 748

which M1 filter is the longer one?

In the past I have made use of the YZZF1 on my base 05 Vibe. The extra capacity allows me to put a full 4L in the sump.I was going to pickup an M1 filter and wanted one of the same longer size. I had thought it was going to be the M1-103 but this is the smaller OEM size. The M1-102 was in a sealed b...
by 21Rouge
Tue Dec 21, 2010 12:20 am
Forum: The Vibe Lounge
Topic: How many miles on your Vibes?
Replies: 1042
Views: 1305533

Re: (21Rouge)

Quote, originally posted by 21Rouge »Just passed 50k km (or 30k miles) yesterday. (My son was shocked that I actually pulled over to snap this pick...definitely a Vibe moment ).It is a 5 speed 2005 Vibe bought new in May 2005.Just this past week this same Vibe rolled over 100k km.
by 21Rouge
Thu Oct 14, 2010 5:53 am
Forum: Audio, Electronics, Electrical
Topic: ScanGauge II and oil pressure and oil temp?
Replies: 4
Views: 1342

Re: (Old Tele man)

Quote, originally posted by Old Tele man »...the ScanGauge-II can only display what information the computer passes along, and then only if the engine has the senor(s) to collect that information in the first place.I understand. So I am wondering if any Vibe owners have been able to display oil tem...
by 21Rouge
Tue Oct 12, 2010 4:10 am
Forum: Audio, Electronics, Electrical
Topic: ScanGauge II and oil pressure and oil temp?
Replies: 4
Views: 1342

Re: (Water boy)

Quote, originally posted by Water boy »Google is your friend.Of course but I am interested in the oil pressure and oil temperature for a Vibe. And as this is the forum for all things Vibe I thought it might be likely that someone here has used XGauge successfully in this regard.
by 21Rouge
Sun Oct 10, 2010 10:08 am
Forum: Audio, Electronics, Electrical
Topic: ScanGauge II and oil pressure and oil temp?
Replies: 4
Views: 1342

ScanGauge II and oil pressure and oil temp?

I see on the ScanGauge website that with the latest software one has access to the XGauge features i.e.http://www.scangauge.com/support/xgauge.shtmlFor those of you with this software can you tell me if your ScanGauge II is able to display the oil temperature in degrees F and oil pressure in PSI?Tha...
by 21Rouge
Sat Sep 18, 2010 3:10 am
Forum: Maintenance Bay
Topic: Anyone else use xW20 oil in their 05 or earlier Vibe?
Replies: 9
Views: 2529

Re: (jasonvibe)

Quote, originally posted by jasonvibe »Yes, 5w20 and 0w20 better cold starting And that is important.Quote, originally posted by jasonvibe »In fact any mechanic knows a 0w20 cannot protect like a 5w30 in hot weather. On the contrary, Actually most mechanics know very little re PCMO...beyond what may...
by 21Rouge
Tue Aug 24, 2010 8:11 pm
Forum: Maintenance Bay
Topic: Anyone else use xW20 oil in their 05 or earlier Vibe?
Replies: 9
Views: 2529

Re: (stagwag86)

Quote, originally posted by stagwag86 »I use the 5W-20 because of what I read in the below TSB:Except this backspec is for 06 1ZZFE and newer. That's what makes it a bit interesting using xW20 for our 05.
by 21Rouge
Tue Aug 24, 2010 4:02 am
Forum: Maintenance Bay
Topic: Anyone else use xW20 oil in their 05 or earlier Vibe?
Replies: 9
Views: 2529

Re: (stagwag86)

Good to see stagwag. Just curious as to why you switched to a 5W20?
by 21Rouge
Wed Aug 18, 2010 8:49 pm
Forum: Maintenance Bay
Topic: Anyone else use xW20 oil in their 05 or earlier Vibe?
Replies: 9
Views: 2529

Anyone else use xW20 oil in their 05 or earlier Vibe?

Our 05 Vibe generally experiences short tripping (less than 2 miles to the train station in the morning, parked all day then return home at night). Of course OEM 5W30 is (more than) good enough but I still wanted thinner (especially helpful in the winter) so last week as part of the oil change I rep...
by 21Rouge
Fri Aug 13, 2010 5:42 am
Forum: Maintenance Bay
Topic: Spark plugs replaced
Replies: 7
Views: 3116

Re: Spark plugs replaced (BlueCrush)

You might be right Blue Crush. But I guess I take some consolation in that it will be the last time I replace the plugs in this vehicle.
by 21Rouge
Fri Aug 13, 2010 5:33 am
Forum: Maintenance Bay
Topic: Spark plugs replaced
Replies: 7
Views: 3116

Spark plugs replaced

OEM plugs removed today from our 05 Vibe with 59k miles.Although they look fine I still replaced them .

Attached files
by 21Rouge
Thu Aug 12, 2010 4:29 am
Forum: Maintenance Bay
Topic: PCV Valve?
Replies: 34
Views: 19973

Re: (ToolGuy)

Quote, originally posted by ToolGuy »same torque if you wanted or care about that. 27 nm (13 lbs. ft) But 27 nm doesnt equal 13 lbs.ft...does it?
by 21Rouge
Mon Jul 19, 2010 12:13 am
Forum: The Vibe Lounge
Topic: 2010 manual oil recommendation error?
Replies: 11
Views: 4016

Re: (lovemyraffe)

Quote, originally posted by lovemyraffe »I don't think there is a difference between the two. But then the question naturally arises i.e. why didn't Toyota backspec the use of a 20 grade oil to 2005 (and earlier) cars having a 1ZZFE engine?
by 21Rouge
Sun Jul 18, 2010 9:09 pm
Forum: The Vibe Lounge
Topic: 2010 manual oil recommendation error?
Replies: 11
Views: 4016

Re: (oriden)

Quote, originally posted by oriden »i used 5W20 in my 2005 I have had a 2005 standard transmission Vibe since 2005 and am considering using a 0W20 this fall as the car gets very short trips, rarely getting up to operating temp so a thinner oil might be yield slightly better protection. I am just cur...
by 21Rouge
Fri Jun 25, 2010 3:39 am
Forum: Off Topic
Topic: lost PS3 power cable
Replies: 4
Views: 1585

Re: lost PS3 power cable (chevelle_lover)

Quote, originally posted by chevelle_lover »Give me a few minutes I will see if I have one and look at getting it to you.Where do you want it sent to? I have one.For sure generous but if the power cord is simply a generic power cord which can be used for a computer I can easily get one of those. Th...
by 21Rouge
Fri Jun 25, 2010 1:22 am
Forum: Off Topic
Topic: lost PS3 power cable
Replies: 4
Views: 1585

lost PS3 power cable

To make a long story short I lost the AC power cable to kids' PS3. I am trying to obtain one as simply and as cheaply as possible. Is it actually just the same as a power cable used for most any computer? So is the brick built into the console?
by 21Rouge
Wed May 12, 2010 10:28 am
Forum: Canada - Ontario
Topic: $14k for a brand new 2010 Vibe
Replies: 3
Views: 2185

$14k for a brand new 2010 Vibe

From GM website- $4k rebate for cash purchasers.http://www.gm.ca/gm/english/ve...rview2010 Pontiac Vibe $16,865 1SA Package $0 Colours & Wheels Change Exterior: Jet Black Metallic $0 Interior: Ebony w/Cloth Seat Trim $0 Seats: Front Reclining Bucket Seats Incl. Wheels: 16" Steel w/Bolt-On C...
by 21Rouge
Sat Apr 24, 2010 8:38 pm
Forum: Tech Info & Do-It-Yourself Info
Topic: Oil
Replies: 6
Views: 1702

Just a thought: I have used only *0*W30 in our Vibe for several years. There is no downside to using a 0W30 over a 5W30 in terms of performance (it generally flows better at cooler temps (the "0") and acts just like the "30" at high temps. In fact most 0W30s are 'lighter' and so ...
by 21Rouge
Tue Mar 16, 2010 7:23 am
Forum: Engine & Transmission
Topic: oil loss
Replies: 18
Views: 7189

Re: oil loss (joatmon)

Quote, originally posted by joatmon »2003 base 1ZZ 5 speed 214K miles. Bone stock. Overall, the engine runs great, smooth, no loss of power or pep.I'm losing a quart of oil about every 1500 miles. Bryce who doesnt post often but had 3 Vibes as part of his taxi service and each went well over 200k m...
by 21Rouge
Tue Mar 16, 2010 6:58 am
Forum: Wheels & Tires
Topic: need new all seasons this spring
Replies: 7
Views: 1761

Just an update:On this too nice March 16th day I had installed a new set of four Yokohama Avid T4 (205/55R16). Total price with taxes was $465 CDN.
by 21Rouge
Sat Feb 27, 2010 12:55 am
Forum: Maintenance Bay
Topic: How often do you change your oil? POLL
Replies: 35
Views: 19210

Re: (Cougar Vibe)

Quote, originally posted by Cougar Vibe »Every six months,I do similarly i.e every six months with the accumulated mileage only about 3k. But technically this may not be warranty permitted? I just pulled out my 05 Vibe manual and it reads:The 3 month/3k miles is required if the car experiences any o...
by 21Rouge
Mon Feb 15, 2010 8:36 am
Forum: Wheels & Tires
Topic: need new all seasons this spring
Replies: 7
Views: 1761

Re: need new all seasons this spring (Caretaker)

Quote, originally posted by Caretaker »There is only one tire to buy: Michelin Primacy MXV4's. They plow through snow....Thanks for the recommendation but I don't need the replacement tires to be good in snow as I have dedicated snow tires in a set of four 15" NOKIAN RSIs.
by 21Rouge
Sun Feb 14, 2010 11:30 pm
Forum: Wheels & Tires
Topic: need new all seasons this spring
Replies: 7
Views: 1761

need new all seasons this spring

Our 05 Vibe has the original RSAs that I will replace this spring. It isnt as bad as you might think as we use dedicated winter tires for about 6 months of the year. I guess I am wondering what quality all seasons tires are genvibers buying these days.
by 21Rouge
Thu Jan 28, 2010 9:15 am
Forum: The Vibe Lounge
Topic: I did it...I DID IT! I HIT THE 400,000 MILE MARK ON MY 2004 VIBE!!!
Replies: 50
Views: 23777

Re: (northvibe)

Quote, originally posted by northvibe »someone on here was a taxi driver with insane amount of miles...forgot who though.. It was "Olympic" who ran a taxi service in Saskatoon Saskatchewan. He had Vibes with over 500, 000 kms i.e. 300,000 miles!
by 21Rouge
Mon Jan 25, 2010 2:23 am
Forum: Tech Info & Do-It-Yourself Info
Topic: So that is where the manual was all this time!
Replies: 2
Views: 1131

So that is where the manual was all this time!

So today with the weather being (too) good I replace the cabin air filter. I think this is the third cabin filter in this 05 (OEM then I replaced and now the 2nd replacement). Anyways removing the glove box I find wedged in *behind* it the owner's manual that I had misplaced a couple of years earlie...
by 21Rouge
Thu Jan 21, 2010 10:50 am
Forum: Maintenance Bay
Topic: 3 Consecutive Oil Analyses for an 05 Vibe
Replies: 5
Views: 1423

Re: 3 Consecutive Oil Analyses for an 05 Vibe (djkeev)

Quote, originally posted by djkeev »Give us a baseline to make comparisons.Are these good numbers?Are these bad numbers?I have uploaded the file showing universal averages in the final column i.e. average wear #s for the same engine with a similar interval of mileage.
by 21Rouge
Thu Jan 21, 2010 8:12 am
Forum: Maintenance Bay
Topic: Manual Transmission Oil Change
Replies: 32
Views: 42362

Re: (K-NINE)

Quote, originally posted by K-NINE »I was curious what brands of gear oil others here have used. I am currently using 50 50 of RL MT90 and MTL. In the past it was Castrol Syntorq and Amsoil and Speciality Formulations.
by 21Rouge
Wed Jan 20, 2010 8:04 am
Forum: Maintenance Bay
Topic: 3 Consecutive Oil Analyses for an 05 Vibe
Replies: 5
Views: 1423

3 Consecutive Oil Analyses for an 05 Vibe

I have done many UOAs for a variety of oils in my 05 5 speed Vibe. Here are the most recent 3; each about 6 months in length."GC" is German Castrol and "PP" is Pennzoil Platinum (both are considered high quality synthetic oils) Attached files VibeOilReportswithUNIVERSALaverages.p...
by 21Rouge
Wed Jan 13, 2010 11:10 am
Forum: Tech Info & Do-It-Yourself Info
Topic: Fumoto sits too low?
Replies: 7
Views: 1681

Re: Fumoto sits too low? (keithvibe)

Quote, originally posted by keithvibe »because a wrench is too much to use, to remove the bolt? I very much like the obvious advantages of using a Fumoto i.e. easier and much less messy oil change. I use it successfully with my other vehicle. I was just surprised that the valve installed on my 05 V...
by 21Rouge
Wed Jan 13, 2010 7:17 am
Forum: Tech Info & Do-It-Yourself Info
Topic: Fumoto sits too low?
Replies: 7
Views: 1681

Re: Fumoto sits too low? (21Rouge)

No other Vibe owners using a FUMOTO?
by 21Rouge
Tue Jan 12, 2010 6:17 am
Forum: Canada - Ontario
Topic: GTA dealers that are closing
Replies: 7
Views: 7867

Re: (gimmegimme)

Quote, originally posted by gimmegimme »Unionville Motors in Markham said they were in talks to go with another manufacturer by the end of the year.There was talk that it would become a Chrysler dealership but I have seen no evidence of that yet. I drove by just yesterday and it is looking pretty p...