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by northvibe
Fri May 01, 2020 9:06 am
Forum: Tech Info & Do-It-Yourself Info
Topic: P0135 O2 sensor
Replies: 12
Views: 3569

Re: P0135 O2 sensor

OH MY GOSH. My "old" age must be catching up. I brought EVERYTHING except the thread knocker spray. I was able to back the o2 out about 1/4-1/2 a turn, then it wouldn't budge. UGH. need to get back and spend a day spraying it every so often so it cracks loose.
by northvibe
Mon Mar 02, 2020 10:29 pm
Forum: Tech Info & Do-It-Yourself Info
Topic: P0135 O2 sensor
Replies: 12
Views: 3569

Re: P0135 O2 sensor

freaking forgot the o2 sensor. However the weekend had no free time for me to work on the vibe. I'll probably have to make a special trip to fix.
by northvibe
Mon Feb 24, 2020 10:36 am
Forum: Tech Info & Do-It-Yourself Info
Topic: P0135 O2 sensor
Replies: 12
Views: 3569

Re: P0135 O2 sensor

ACDelco o2 sensor arrived the other day. I'll have the car this weekend to install. Need to just have the right parts on hand! 22mm wrench of that o2!
by northvibe
Fri Feb 14, 2020 10:40 am
Forum: Tech Info & Do-It-Yourself Info
Topic: P0135 O2 sensor
Replies: 12
Views: 3569

Re: P0135 O2 sensor

Running "rich" air/fuel ratios is defiantly bad for an engine. The excess fuel will wash down the cylinder walls, removing the oil from the upper piston ring. Since the piston ring is always spinning in the piston ring land, the top piston ring groove will wear out because the lubrication...
by northvibe
Thu Feb 13, 2020 8:04 am
Forum: Problems & Warranty Issues
Topic: 2010 2.4L FWD CEL P0138
Replies: 7
Views: 2700

Re: 2010 2.4L FWD CEL P0138

yeah, for sure!

New upstream o2 sensor should arrive next week. I'll also verify the wire for the down stream and make sure it didn't melt on the exhaust and ground out etc.

Once it doesn't have a CEL, I'll have my sister get it detailed and ready for sale.
by northvibe
Wed Feb 12, 2020 9:58 am
Forum: Tech Info & Do-It-Yourself Info
Topic: P0135 O2 sensor
Replies: 12
Views: 3569

Re: P0135 O2 sensor

My sister has a '10 2.4L however similar issue. THe cel was the downstream sensor, I replaced it, cleared the code, still came back with bad o2. I'm going to replace the up stream sensor now. If that still is bad, I'm wondering if it is a clogged/bad cat, maybe worth checking that. usually you woul...
by northvibe
Tue Feb 11, 2020 7:41 pm
Forum: Tech Info & Do-It-Yourself Info
Topic: P0135 O2 sensor
Replies: 12
Views: 3569

Re: P0135 O2 sensor

My sister has a '10 2.4L however similar issue. THe cel was the downstream sensor, I replaced it, cleared the code, still came back with bad o2. I'm going to replace the up stream sensor now. If that still is bad, I'm wondering if it is a clogged/bad cat, maybe worth checking that.
by northvibe
Tue Feb 11, 2020 5:12 pm
Forum: Problems & Warranty Issues
Topic: 2010 2.4L FWD CEL P0138
Replies: 7
Views: 2700

Re: 2010 2.4L FWD CEL P0138

here is a video for the upstream
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cb9_kzRNlqQ

downstream
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BnlnpcjEevk

they are from a toyota camery but same 2.4 and locations.
by northvibe
Tue Feb 11, 2020 3:16 pm
Forum: Problems & Warranty Issues
Topic: 2010 2.4L FWD CEL P0138
Replies: 7
Views: 2700

Re: 2010 2.4L FWD CEL P0138

Bank 1 = driver side. Sensor 1 = first sensor. Bank 2 = passenger side. Sensor 2 = second sensor. So bank 1, sensor 2. would be the downstream o2. You would never get a bank 2 since we only have one exhaust. :lol: Can his code reader pull live data from the sensor? If the second sensor has no data,...
by northvibe
Tue Feb 11, 2020 3:06 pm
Forum: Problems & Warranty Issues
Topic: 2010 2.4L FWD CEL P0138
Replies: 7
Views: 2700

Re: 2010 2.4L FWD CEL P0138

holy moly, didn't realize I never posted back up. Shame on me. So I did replace the o2 sensor, I think the downstream one as I was underneath the car. I cleared the code and it came back in a day or two. I will replace the front one, but also check that drain pipe too I suppose that was a TSB. Looki...
by northvibe
Tue Mar 05, 2019 8:50 am
Forum: Problems & Warranty Issues
Topic: 2010 2.4L FWD CEL P0138
Replies: 7
Views: 2700

2010 2.4L FWD CEL P0138

So my sisters vibe is throwing CEL P0138 and also has the traction control light on. My BIL scanned the code and it says O2 sensor Bank 1 Sensor 2, which I think is the o2 on the back/under side near the cat aka 2nd o2. I could not find a way to get to it via the inside of the car, but putting the c...
by northvibe
Mon Mar 04, 2019 1:55 pm
Forum: The Vibe Lounge
Topic: What years have 5 speed transmission issues?? Please read
Replies: 3
Views: 1348

Re: What years have 5 speed transmission issues?? Please read

Can someone remind me what the 5spd issues were?
by northvibe
Mon Mar 04, 2019 1:52 pm
Forum: Problems & Warranty Issues
Topic: 2010 fwd 2.4l - transmission issue
Replies: 10
Views: 3802

Re: 2010 fwd 2.4l - transmission issue

I take it that this did not just happen when she was driving to your house, that it has been acting up for a while. My wife drives our "09 vibe and I have checked into the WS fluid myself. At 54K, the fluid looks new so I have not changed it in her car. From what I have read about the WS spec ...
by northvibe
Mon Mar 04, 2019 1:46 pm
Forum: Tech Info & Do-It-Yourself Info
Topic: P0607, P0138
Replies: 2
Views: 4886

Re: P0607, P0138

Anyone know where the drain is ? My sisters 2.4l 2010 has the P0138 code and I was going to replace the rear o2 but looking into what else could be causing it. I also know the O2 metal near the nut cracks open, thus allowing water in.
by northvibe
Wed Jul 20, 2016 3:20 pm
Forum: For Sale/Wanted
Topic: 2006 AWD Pontiac Vibe with Bad Transmission
Replies: 7
Views: 3466

Re: 2006 AWD Pontiac Vibe with Bad Transmission

congrats on selling! Glad you got a 16' renegade. The 16' 9spd transmisison was fixed. 15' and before was bad design and programming. I've been eyeing up that rig since release, but the trailhawk doesn't come in manual.
by northvibe
Wed Jul 20, 2016 3:16 pm
Forum: Problems & Warranty Issues
Topic: 2010 fwd 2.4l - transmission issue
Replies: 10
Views: 3802

Re: 2010 fwd 2.4l - transmission issue

Update: normal mechanic shop wanted $4k to rebuild w/ 3yr warranty. OR 2500 for installing a used one. Sister got a hold of a cousin who is a mechanic and said he can get a used one installed for $1500. I told them to make sure to find a lower mile one and check the fluid before, change it and insta...
by northvibe
Tue Jul 19, 2016 6:56 am
Forum: Engine & Transmission
Topic: Helix Power Tower Plus
Replies: 114
Views: 31631

Re: Helix Power Tower Plus

madskillzmonkey wrote:Anyone please help me find a throttle spacer for 2003 pontiac base want to upgrade the Sri and jet flow maf with spacer but all 2005+. Anyone can take me the right site or direction to get one

What engine do you have? Most likely it will fit but just to verify......
by northvibe
Tue Jul 19, 2016 6:52 am
Forum: Problems & Warranty Issues
Topic: 2010 fwd 2.4l - transmission issue
Replies: 10
Views: 3802

Re: 2010 fwd 2.4l - transmission issue

I think you mean AISIN: http://www.aisinworld.com/products/drivetrain/ There is no lifetime fluid. Even our own blood gets replaced all the time. True, but this WS stuff is HALF of what the old 1st gen vibe trans can do, easily. Yeah, thats the brand of trans, Aisin. Kind of the odd one in the grou...
by northvibe
Mon Jul 18, 2016 7:06 am
Forum: Problems & Warranty Issues
Topic: 2010 fwd 2.4l - transmission issue
Replies: 10
Views: 3802

Re: 2010 fwd 2.4l - transmission issue

No one? If you have the base fwd w/ 2.4L engine and an auto 5spd you will need to make sure you verify all the trans parts as the part store messed up my filter/gasket. I can't find the model of the trans, but it is ASIN or ASISN? Trans model: 5 Speed U250E Here is the gasket filter kit ATM 3632409 ...
by northvibe
Sat Jul 16, 2016 4:42 pm
Forum: Problems & Warranty Issues
Topic: 2010 fwd 2.4l - transmission issue
Replies: 10
Views: 3802

2010 fwd 2.4l - transmission issue

Hey guys, Been a while, but my sister just drove up to my house and told me the car was acting funny. It wouldn't down shift for going up a hill. I got in the car, started it, went from P to R and it clunk/bang/jolted hard. R to N, D was fine. D going into sport mode and tap shifting 1-5 was fine as...
by northvibe
Tue Sep 10, 2013 8:28 am
Forum: Off Topic
Topic: anybody here use a low sugar nutrition drink they woudl recommend?
Replies: 8
Views: 2619

Re: anybody here use a low sugar nutrition drink they woudl

EAS carb control. Comes in 4 packs at Target and walmart etc.
by northvibe
Sun Sep 08, 2013 2:46 pm
Forum: For Sale/Wanted
Topic: FS: vibe 16" steelie covers in MN
Replies: 0
Views: 913

FS: vibe 16" steelie covers in MN

http://minneapolis.craigslist.org/ram/for/4054812753.html" onclick="window.open(this.href);return false; These have been sitting in our garage for years. I got these in a set of steelies, I used for snow tires. The covers never fit, so I never used them. 16" covers in pretty good cond...
by northvibe
Sun Sep 08, 2013 2:36 pm
Forum: US - North Central
Topic: FS: vibe 16" steelie covers
Replies: 0
Views: 2099

FS: vibe 16" steelie covers

Hey guys, These were off the steelies I got for snow tires. They did not fit over my lug nuts, so we never used them. That 2004 vibe is long gone. Need to clean these out of the garage. http://minneapolis.craigslist.org/ram/for/4054812753.html" onclick="window.open(this.href);return false;...
by northvibe
Sun Jul 14, 2013 10:56 am
Forum: Wheels & Tires
Topic: Will 15" wheel fit 2010 2.4L base vibe?
Replies: 2
Views: 1079

Will 15" wheel fit 2010 2.4L base vibe?

My sister has a 2010 2.4L base fwd vibe. It has the front and rear disc brake package. For a winter wheel setup, will a 15" steelie fit? Tirerack only lists 16" as the smallest. But I know on my MS3, 15" steelie would fit but just barely over the front caliper, but they did not list i...
by northvibe
Sun Jul 14, 2013 10:28 am
Forum: The Vibe Lounge
Topic: Helloooooo
Replies: 5
Views: 1604

Helloooooo

Hey! How are you crazy vibe owners? I haven't been on in a ....while...mmm oh when the server/look changed. I never activated my account. My sister totaled my 2004, but got a 2010 2.4 base fwd and I found a few 1.8L 1zz base parts in my parents garage to sell. Figured some MN vibers may want :) I'll...
by northvibe
Tue Apr 10, 2012 2:41 am
Forum: GenVibe Garage
Topic: PlastiDip on 09 Vibe GT hood
Replies: 13
Views: 3417

Re: PlastiDip on 09 Vibe GT hood (BlueCrush)

Quote, originally posted by BlueCrush »Looks pretty cool! I'm curious as to how it will hold up over time with the elements, mainly sunlight and extreme cold. Would you need to use some sort of conditioner to prevent fading, cracking?It will last no problem. It's done on wheels and stays if you do ...
by northvibe
Tue Apr 10, 2012 2:38 am
Forum: The Vibe Lounge
Topic: Eco Modding, any tips?
Replies: 16
Views: 3317

Re: Eco Modding, any tips? (colterk)

Quote, originally posted by colterk »Can that mess with the engine overheating? Or is that a fallacy? if you do not, block the lower grill and have a underbody pan you should be okay. If you start doing the underbody pan you will want to fence or box off the lower opening so air only goes on the ra...
by northvibe
Tue Apr 03, 2012 1:39 am
Forum: GenVibe Garage
Topic: BlueCrush - 2005 Vibe AWD "SUPERCHARGED"
Replies: 72
Views: 35519

hard and fast shifting is better on automatic I tuned my escape for performance with SCT and it make the shifts hard and quick, but then you get less slipping. So ya give and take. The older escapes auto trans are known to be weak if not taken care of though...hence why I firmed the shift points up.
by northvibe
Tue Apr 03, 2012 1:37 am
Forum: Off Topic
Topic: Pinball
Replies: 8
Views: 2639

hahha. I didn't know I was allowed out of MN Well I'm trying to sell Waterworld to make room for a new pin!Just got back from pinball circus in hopkins, mn this past weekend. Good times
by northvibe
Mon Apr 02, 2012 1:19 am
Forum: GenVibe Garage
Topic: BlueCrush - 2005 Vibe AWD "SUPERCHARGED"
Replies: 72
Views: 35519

Did you get any shift/trans upgrades?
by northvibe
Mon Apr 02, 2012 1:17 am
Forum: Off Topic
Topic: Pinball
Replies: 8
Views: 2639

Pinball

Yes...Pinball. I'm an addict so I'm going to see who else is crazy about pinball.Real actual pinball:I own two machine currently.1995 Gottlieb Waterworld199X Williams Fish TalesBoth in great shape. Currently selling (for sale ) Waterworld so I can get a different pin.Just went to pinball circus in H...
by northvibe
Mon Apr 02, 2012 12:35 am
Forum: Off Topic
Topic: iPhone 4S
Replies: 6
Views: 2285

I had 2g iphone and 3g. Miss them. Went samsung epic 4g, kept having major issues, got a new one, broke as I left the store. They got me a htc Evo as I did not want another samsung pos again. Well that broke a week after and I'm on my 2nd Evo in a year. My contract should expire when the iphone 5 hi...
by northvibe
Mon Apr 02, 2012 12:33 am
Forum: Off Topic
Topic: If you're into clubby music, here's some you might enjoy.
Replies: 7
Views: 2348

skrillex? BPM on xmradio is pretty decent. I get songs off that then make playlists.
by northvibe
Mon Apr 02, 2012 12:32 am
Forum: Off Topic
Topic: The NEW iPad
Replies: 7
Views: 2212

I got a ipad 3 16gb wifi. I have had 4 android phones in under a year because they keep breaking. I hate...HATE the android OS. It was all great on paper, then the actual use is pure crappy time for me. I'd rather run a BB or win7 mobile. I've never owned a tablet before, only borrowed an ipad(s). I...
by northvibe
Mon Apr 02, 2012 12:28 am
Forum: GenVibe Garage
Topic: BlueCrush - 2005 Vibe AWD "SUPERCHARGED"
Replies: 72
Views: 35519

BC is sc'd now!!! :D man I think it took years of us talking and finally its true! :D :D I'm glad you SC'd Brian. Welcome to the boost club if I had the MS3 we could create the boosted wagon mafia
by northvibe
Wed Mar 28, 2012 3:03 am
Forum: The Vibe Lounge
Topic: I'm back! :P
Replies: 12
Views: 2516

You better make the 2012 CED Meet then!!!http://www.cobaltss.net/forums...72398/
by northvibe
Wed Mar 28, 2012 3:02 am
Forum: The Vibe Lounge
Topic: I'm back! :P
Replies: 12
Views: 2516

manual or auto HHR SS?Did you get the gm stage 1 kit yet?Same engine as my SS :D I was thinking of tuning to 350whp...but I'll need new tires again to grip that crap.
by northvibe
Tue Mar 27, 2012 2:07 pm
Forum: The Others
Topic: Dodge gets into rally racing with Dart
Replies: 10
Views: 3137

This isn't just the stock engine with a turbo. This is fully built up fully forged to handle all the power and awd. Just like the fiesta and focus, not production what so ever.
by northvibe
Mon Mar 19, 2012 9:09 am
Forum: The Vibe Lounge
Topic: Maybe a new Vibe owner? Should I??
Replies: 6
Views: 1422

I had my fwd vibe in Duluth with snow tires and didn't have an issue. I think if you go with a FWD just get snow tires and you'll be set. TC is not as hilly as duluth so you don't have too much to worry about. But awd with snow tires is pretty awesome, have them on my 4x4 escape
by northvibe
Thu Jan 19, 2012 12:03 am
Forum: The Others
Topic: My 2012 GLI after 47 days (review)
Replies: 4
Views: 2166

man I haven't been around in a while, but didn't know you got a vw. At least you got a manual! :D
by northvibe
Mon Nov 21, 2011 10:02 am
Forum: The Vibe Lounge
Topic: Will snow tires/wheels from 2004 vibe fit a 2010?
Replies: 3
Views: 1013

uggghhhh ya she has the 2.4 so they used larger wheels didnt they. lame....well she is then selling the snow wheels. Thanks keithvibe
by northvibe
Mon Nov 21, 2011 1:47 am
Forum: The Vibe Lounge
Topic: Will snow tires/wheels from 2004 vibe fit a 2010?
Replies: 3
Views: 1013

Will snow tires/wheels from 2004 vibe fit a 2010?

My sister had my old 2004 base vibe with stock steelies w/ snow tires. That car was totaled and now she has a 2010 base vibe. Will those snow wheels fit her 2010? I have not looked into it as I'm studying hard for cisco but want to know as it finally snowed in MN.Thanks!
by northvibe
Sat Sep 24, 2011 3:06 pm
Forum: The Others
Topic: Euro Ford Focus coming to US in 2010.
Replies: 7
Views: 3100

I can't tell from those pics. The outside looks correct :/ People did have them imported. I know a guy that owned the MSF forum when I had my mazda did, $45k to do so..But it isnt unheard of to buy the parts to make it look euro. I googled and you can find the body kit etc. I bet it was a SVT with t...
by northvibe
Sat Sep 24, 2011 2:45 pm
Forum: The Others
Topic: Euro Ford Focus coming to US in 2010.
Replies: 7
Views: 3100

Did it have the turbo engine and AWD?
by northvibe
Sun Sep 11, 2011 6:31 am
Forum: The Others
Topic: My 2010-2011 mazda 3 mini review
Replies: 20
Views: 4672

if you get a mazda 3 get the 2.3l or the speed 3. You'll want that extra umph The MS3 was soooo amazing as a DD I miss it. Fantastic interior, smooth ride, good build quality.
by northvibe
Mon Sep 05, 2011 12:40 pm
Forum: Off Topic
Topic: Have a nice holiday
Replies: 3
Views: 1245

I worked today just so I didnt have to take some PTO hours and I was bored.... but hope everyone had a good day!
by northvibe
Mon Sep 05, 2011 12:39 pm
Forum: The Others
Topic: Nissan Leaf
Replies: 43
Views: 8987

are they even letting you BUY them outright or is it just a lease...??
by northvibe
Mon Sep 05, 2011 12:37 pm
Forum: Problems & Warranty Issues
Topic: Intermittent vibration problem---SOLUTION!
Replies: 15
Views: 6231

did you check the brake caliper pistons? I would get that when 1 caliber piston would intermittently seize up.
by northvibe
Mon Sep 05, 2011 12:32 pm
Forum: Off Topic
Topic: Anyone else tried Windows Phone 7 yet?
Replies: 6
Views: 2464

Ive had 2 iphones (2g and a 3g)BB 9700Android samsung epic 4gTried a epic 4g Tried a HTC win 7 phone on sprintso I have some experience. I'm a huge power user. I've broke the software on every phone I've used, by just using it. My android is driving me up the wall with its crappy samsungness.So win7...
by northvibe
Sat Sep 03, 2011 2:03 pm
Forum: The Vibe Lounge
Topic: My 2004 Vibe 1zz has been totaled out
Replies: 5
Views: 1606

I miss this forum! I was on so many car forums and tuning up my car for racing...then I just stopped. Now I have a pinball addiction...Making a pin cabinet w/ pc and tv's...haha That 2004 vibe was awesome. Bought it at 24k miles from hertz rental car sales. she had 136k miles on it when it was total...