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by Blue06B
Sun Apr 15, 2018 8:29 pm
Forum: The Vibe Lounge
Topic: 06 Vibe Base 185.5k: new owner, what maintenance should I do?
Replies: 14
Views: 3920

Re: 06 Vibe Base 185.5k: new owner, what maintenance should I do?

vibenvy wrote:Welcome (back?) to GenVibe! Post some pictures of your "new" Vibe when you get a chance ;)!
Will do! We're in the process of tinting the windows so once we're done I'll take some!!!

Thanks for the info on AT change, andrewclaus!!
by Blue06B
Fri Apr 13, 2018 11:16 am
Forum: The Vibe Lounge
Topic: 06 Vibe Base 185.5k: new owner, what maintenance should I do?
Replies: 14
Views: 3920

Re: 06 Vibe Base 185.5k: new owner, what maintenance should I do?

When I saw the filter, I was glad I dropped the pan to replace it. The filter and gasket kit cost about $15 at my local parts store. The bolts are low torque, easy access. I got about a half quart more fluid out by dropping the pan and filter. And there are magnets in the pan and it's probably a go...
by Blue06B
Thu Apr 12, 2018 6:38 pm
Forum: The Vibe Lounge
Topic: 06 Vibe Base 185.5k: new owner, what maintenance should I do?
Replies: 14
Views: 3920

Re: 06 Vibe Base 185.5k: new owner, what maintenance should I do?

If you do the AT fluid change, it's pretty easy on this car. The Vibe is the first one I've done. It has a drain plug in the pan, which minimizes the mess. An old cardboard box under your pan will catch all the drips. Be sure to get the right gasket and filter kit by counting the bolts. The job cos...
by Blue06B
Thu Apr 12, 2018 2:41 pm
Forum: The Vibe Lounge
Topic: 06 Vibe Base 185.5k: new owner, what maintenance should I do?
Replies: 14
Views: 3920

Re: 06 Vibe Base 185.5k: new owner, what maintenance should I do?

We do all of our own maintenance when we can, so thanks for the resource!!! :D
by Blue06B
Tue Apr 10, 2018 3:00 pm
Forum: The Vibe Lounge
Topic: 06 Vibe Base 185.5k: new owner, what maintenance should I do?
Replies: 14
Views: 3920

Re: 06 Vibe Base 185.5k: new owner, what maintenance should I do?

vibrologist wrote:Sounds like you made a nice catch, Blue06B!

Check the cabin air filter.
Check the engine coolant.
You'd be surprised by how many people don't even know there is such a thing as a cabin air filter!!! That's definitely on my list, thanks!
by Blue06B
Tue Apr 10, 2018 2:44 pm
Forum: The Vibe Lounge
Topic: 06 Vibe Base 185.5k: new owner, what maintenance should I do?
Replies: 14
Views: 3920

Re: 06 Vibe Base 185.5k: new owner, what maintenance should I do?

Check the spark plugs and ignition coils, unless your mechanic did that in the inspection. AT or MT? Change fluid, since you most likely don't know its age. Flush brake fluid if it's darker than honey. Clean the MAF sensor. Change PCV valve. Have a trustworthy alignment shop evaluate the struts, sh...
by Blue06B
Mon Apr 09, 2018 7:04 pm
Forum: The Vibe Lounge
Topic: 06 Vibe Base 185.5k: new owner, what maintenance should I do?
Replies: 14
Views: 3920

06 Vibe Base 185.5k: new owner, what maintenance should I do?

The very first vehicle I drove and loved was a vibe, and I don't know how I forgot about them all these years! Hubby was looking for a midsize SUV and when I saw a listing for an 06 base, I had to check it out. Now it's ours, and I want to make sure we take care of it so it lasts forever! It's sitti...
by Blue06B
Mon Apr 09, 2018 6:50 pm
Forum: The Vibe Lounge
Topic: How many miles on your Vibes?
Replies: 1043
Views: 1410186

Re: How many miles on your Vibes?

Just bought a beautiful 06 Vibe Base with 185,500 miles for $3200, this thread has definitely helped reinforce my decision to buy it! I was hoping to get at least 4 years/50k miles out of it, and from what I've read here I think that's a reasonable expectation! It's in excellent condition, I took it...
by Blue06B
Mon Apr 09, 2018 1:59 pm
Forum: Audio, Electronics, Electrical
Topic: 06 Vibe Base, dreaded no audio issue
Replies: 3
Views: 1175

Re: 06 Vibe Base, dreaded no audio issue

It worked!!! The blue/white wire from the adapter has to be matched with the solid blue wire from the new harness that goes to the new stereo, so hopefully anyone else with this issue in the 06 will stumble across this forum. Can anyone tell me what the 12 pin oem harness is for? I'm really curious;...
by Blue06B
Mon Apr 09, 2018 12:46 pm
Forum: Audio, Electronics, Electrical
Topic: 06 Vibe Base, dreaded no audio issue
Replies: 3
Views: 1175

06 Vibe Base, dreaded no audio issue

Hey all! Love the forum! So we just bought a beautiful 06 Vibe Base, and hubby's first order of business was to replace the oem radio with a dual aftermarket stereo. Got everything hooked up, no audio. Hours of googling resulted in information about the monsoon/moon and tunes package, which, in turn...