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by blue_can
Sun Jun 26, 2022 4:08 pm
Forum: Engine & Transmission
Topic: Power Steering Fluid
Replies: 2
Views: 542

Re: Power Steering Fluid

Mark wrote: Sat Jun 25, 2022 9:16 pm The manual for my 04 and 05 both specify Dexron-III

Haven't done a flush, I just suck what I can out of the reservoir with a bulb baster and add fresh to replace it.
ok thanks - I guess I will use Dexron III.....
by blue_can
Sat Jun 25, 2022 9:42 am
Forum: Engine & Transmission
Topic: Power Steering Fluid
Replies: 2
Views: 542

Power Steering Fluid

Thinking about flushing the power steering fluid - no issue but thinking about doing it as it has never been done and the fluid is quite dark now and some dark residue in the reservoir. According to the service manual the fluid is Dexron III - is this correct? Since this is a Toyota engine I was not...
by blue_can
Sun Mar 27, 2022 5:40 pm
Forum: Engine & Transmission
Topic: Starter Issue?
Replies: 16
Views: 1453

Re: Starter Issue?

So the non-start happened again just as I was about to drive to Las Vegas for an event. A hammer brought it back to life and thankfully no other non-starts for the rest of the trip. I did carry a hammer with me. Took it apart and sure enough it was the brushes. There were unevenly worn - two were mu...
by blue_can
Tue Mar 15, 2022 1:15 pm
Forum: Engine & Transmission
Topic: P0171 - driving me nuts.
Replies: 33
Views: 4087

Re: P0171 - driving me nuts.

I have yet to work on the Vibe fuel system. But I have worked on other vehicles without a pressure access port. What I've done is to pull of the hose to the fuel rail attached to the supply line from the tank and then use the tee supplied with the fuel pressure gauge to tee off the line. It's been a...
by blue_can
Mon Mar 14, 2022 10:15 pm
Forum: Engine & Transmission
Topic: P0171 - driving me nuts.
Replies: 33
Views: 4087

Re: P0171 - driving me nuts.

Unfortunately this might be an intermittent fault which will be really tricky to track down. I'm not familiar with BlueDriver - I have an Innova scan tool - but since it says it can display live parameters you should be able to use it to look at live sensor data. Does the module have a Bluetooth lin...
by blue_can
Mon Mar 14, 2022 6:30 pm
Forum: Engine & Transmission
Topic: P0171 - driving me nuts.
Replies: 33
Views: 4087

Re: P0171 - driving me nuts.

Have you checked the sensors - specifically MAF, ECT and TP - with an OBD2 scan tool? Assuming this engine is the same as the 07 Vibe (I looked at your thread in the lounge) it would be worth following the troubleshooting chart for P0171 in the Vibe service manual.
by blue_can
Mon Mar 14, 2022 1:51 pm
Forum: Engine & Transmission
Topic: Starter Issue?
Replies: 16
Views: 1453

Re: Starter Issue?

On my 03, I replaced the starter twice in 300,000 miles. On my 07, I changed the starter once in 212,000 miles. However, the clip that holds the wire to the starter solenoid can and _will_ break, due to heat (brittle). I started to have problems with my 07, including a beat the starter to start it,...
by blue_can
Fri Mar 11, 2022 3:33 pm
Forum: Engine & Transmission
Topic: Starter Issue?
Replies: 16
Views: 1453

Re: Starter Issue?

Looks like my starter might be an outlier if other's starters are lasting much longer. Right now I'm suspecting the brushes. Unfortunately I did not investigate the non-start while it was happening as I was more concerned with getting my groceries home. However it sounded like only the starter relay...
by blue_can
Tue Mar 08, 2022 8:37 pm
Forum: Engine & Transmission
Topic: Starter Issue?
Replies: 16
Views: 1453

Re: Starter Issue?

I may be an exception rather than the rule, but, I got about 200k MILES out of my starter, I proactively changed the brushes in it at 180k miles and then at about 210k miles, it finally crapped out on my ,..... the solenoid had an issue... I got an Autozone rebuilt and it seems to be working fine ....
by blue_can
Tue Mar 08, 2022 8:20 pm
Forum: Engine & Transmission
Topic: Starter Issue?
Replies: 16
Views: 1453

Starter Issue?

I'm curious what the average life of a starter is on these vehicles. I have a 2007 vibe with just over 100K miles. So far it has been reliable with no issues. The other day it refused to start while I was at a mall Tried multiple times and could only hear clicking. The mall is within walking distanc...
by blue_can
Tue Jun 11, 2019 10:10 am
Forum: Interior
Topic: Parcel Tray
Replies: 5
Views: 2018

Re: Parcel Tray

Thanks guys - I will investigate and see if I can find anything online. zbyers - thanks for the offer. Unfortunately I won't be coming - I was not even aware there was a meet until you mentioned it and saw your sig. If it were local (ie SoCal) I could have stopped by but due to the distance won't be...
by blue_can
Mon Jun 10, 2019 7:43 am
Forum: Interior
Topic: Parcel Tray
Replies: 5
Views: 2018

Re: Parcel Tray

I mean a cover for the cargo area when the seats are not down. They typically are attached to the hatch and move up when you lift the hatch. When the hatch is down the cover comes down concealing view into the cargo area.

Hopefully that described a bit better when I'm looking for.
by blue_can
Sun Jun 09, 2019 11:04 am
Forum: Interior
Topic: Parcel Tray
Replies: 5
Views: 2018

Parcel Tray

Does one exist for the Vibe and if so any suggestion on where to find.

This is for an 07 base model.
by blue_can
Tue Apr 30, 2019 5:44 pm
Forum: Engine & Transmission
Topic: A246E diagnostics
Replies: 3
Views: 977

Re: A246E diagnostics

Weird - this is from the '07 manual although I cannot imagine much if any difference between the '03 and '07 model. The text that is partially obscured says - "remove the pressure tap bolt from the rear of the transaxle". I assume you've viewed it from the rear and don;t see it - and does ...
by blue_can
Mon Apr 29, 2019 8:24 pm
Forum: Engine & Transmission
Topic: A246E diagnostics
Replies: 3
Views: 977

Re: A246E diagnostics

Here you go. I've not done a line pressure check on the A246E so I cannot tell you exactly how to find it but hopefully this photo will help. It looks like it is next to one of the servo pistons (the cylinder on the left). It's usually close to the bottom near the pan since the tap comes off the pri...
by blue_can
Fri Apr 12, 2019 4:00 pm
Forum: Engine & Transmission
Topic: Odd Transmissin problem
Replies: 6
Views: 1259

Re: Odd Transmissin problem

With most transmissions (cannot speak about yours specifically since the design could be different) manually shifting into a gear is different to shifting into it from "D'. 2nd from "D" is electronically controlled. If you move the shift lever to "2" the second gear is engag...
by blue_can
Thu Apr 11, 2019 9:31 pm
Forum: Engine & Transmission
Topic: Odd Transmissin problem
Replies: 6
Views: 1259

Re: Odd Transmissin problem

I would say it is likely a coincidence and nothing to do with a wheel swap. In this context what do you mean by "lost". Do you lose drive completely in 2nd and 5th or does it stay in a higher or lower gear? What happens if you manually shift into 2nd for example. Can you get 2nd back. If y...
by blue_can
Wed Apr 10, 2019 12:44 am
Forum: Engine & Transmission
Topic: 03 vibe diagnosing and replacing motor mounts?
Replies: 32
Views: 6416

Re: 03 vibe diagnosing and replacing motor mounts?

The engine is not being removed from the vehicle, nor are all mounts being removed at the same time. you could remove 3 of the 4 mounts (usually i leave the passenger side mount in) and let the engine rest on the subframe while you're doing what you need. this is exactly how i've replaced the clutc...
by blue_can
Fri Apr 05, 2019 12:48 pm
Forum: Engine & Transmission
Topic: 03 vibe diagnosing and replacing motor mounts?
Replies: 32
Views: 6416

Re: 03 vibe diagnosing and replacing motor mounts?

I would not rely on a jack to hold up the engine while doing this if that is what is being suggested. I would suggest getting and using an engine support beam. There should be a hook on the engine designed for lifting the engine out which you can attach the beam to. You can use the jack as a seconda...
by blue_can
Mon Mar 25, 2019 5:36 pm
Forum: Engine & Transmission
Topic: Power Steering Fluid Change Schedule
Replies: 4
Views: 1125

Re: Power Steering Fluid Change Schedule

I've never changed it to date (currently 87K miles) - and without a listed schedule It's not clear what to do. The fluid looks like an amber color - not sure if that's normal or if it means it is contaminated. Overall it does not look too bad. From the FSM it seems like the replacement fluid is Dexr...
by blue_can
Fri Mar 22, 2019 5:18 pm
Forum: Engine & Transmission
Topic: New member, correct board for transmission problems?
Replies: 3
Views: 969

Re: New member, correct board for transmission problems?

Regarding the transmission - I would start with a fluid and filter change. When was the last time the transmission was serviced? If it has been a long time the friction material from the clutches and bands can collect inside the valve body and cause shift issues. If the fluid change does not help yo...
by blue_can
Fri Mar 22, 2019 9:45 am
Forum: Engine & Transmission
Topic: Auto Tranny
Replies: 3
Views: 923

Re: Auto Tranny

Really depends on your driving style - assuming the question is about rebuilding a tranny due to excessive wear of the friction material on the clutches and bands. A lot of the wear occurs during engagement so city driving/short trips with a lot of gear changes will result is more wear than say high...
by blue_can
Fri Mar 22, 2019 9:38 am
Forum: Engine & Transmission
Topic: Power Steering Fluid Change Schedule
Replies: 4
Views: 1125

Power Steering Fluid Change Schedule

Is there one? I don't believe I see any recommended change intervals in the manual? What do other do?
by blue_can
Sat Mar 10, 2018 12:14 pm
Forum: Engine & Transmission
Topic: P0741 Causing Check Engine Light
Replies: 11
Views: 6464

Re: P0741 Causing Check Engine Light

I had the same CEL on my 2005 Base Automatic with 205k miles. I changed the transmission fluid and filter and the light went away. It was pretty easy t to do. The Toyota dealer had Type-IV transmission fluid for $5 a bottle (capacity is 3.2L), and the filter and gasket were only about $15. Sorry to...
by blue_can
Thu Feb 15, 2018 5:28 pm
Forum: Engine & Transmission
Topic: Auto Transmission Fluid Change
Replies: 3
Views: 1400

Re: Auto Transmission Fluid Change

andrewclaus wrote:Just over 3 qts worked for me when I did it recently. I got mine on sale at Napa for $5.

Thanks for finding the dry fill spec, by the way.
Thanks for confirming.
by blue_can
Thu Feb 15, 2018 4:05 pm
Forum: Engine & Transmission
Topic: Auto Transmission Fluid Change
Replies: 3
Views: 1400

Re: Auto Transmission Fluid Change

nevermind - found the answer in the factory manual - 3.25 qts drain and refill - 7.75 qts dry fill
by blue_can
Thu Feb 15, 2018 1:24 pm
Forum: Engine & Transmission
Topic: Auto Transmission Fluid Change
Replies: 3
Views: 1400

Auto Transmission Fluid Change

Does anyone know the quantity of ATF needed for transmission fluid change taking into account what will be left in the torque converter. This would just to drop the pan and refill with fluid and clean out the magnets and filter.
by blue_can
Sat Feb 18, 2017 4:48 pm
Forum: Exterior
Topic: Plastic Panel Clips
Replies: 9
Views: 3647

Re: Plastic Panel Clips

Based on the part number and some searching I finally settled on the following - it was hard to figure out if any of the ones I located would even fit. https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B003UPVRMM/ref=od_aui_detailpages00?ie=UTF8&psc=1 Not exactly cheap but as a prime member there was no shippin...
by blue_can
Fri Feb 10, 2017 9:20 am
Forum: Exterior
Topic: Plastic Panel Clips
Replies: 9
Views: 3647

Re: Plastic Panel Clips

petervivian wrote:Just like this
Great suggestion - did that and can see several cheap replacements on eBay and Amazon. The ones on Amazon also have dimensions so I will check the hole diameter with my calipers just to double check before ordering.
by blue_can
Wed Feb 08, 2017 4:08 pm
Forum: Exterior
Topic: Plastic Panel Clips
Replies: 9
Views: 3647

Re: Plastic Panel Clips

Thanks guys - interesting idea about zip ties - never thought about that - might try it. I think I will measure the hole diameter with my digital calipers and based on that see if I can order a match from an online source. Getting the correct fit is part of the challenge - in the past I've often had...
by blue_can
Mon Feb 06, 2017 7:09 am
Forum: Exterior
Topic: Plastic Panel Clips
Replies: 9
Views: 3647

Plastic Panel Clips

I was recently under the car and noticed that several of the plastic panel clips such as the clips on the splash shield were missing - looks like they just popped out at some point. Does anyone know the correct size of these clips and a good source for them. The local auto parts store has many sizes...
by blue_can
Thu May 19, 2016 12:05 pm
Forum: Engine & Transmission
Topic: Engine advice, ran engine without oil.
Replies: 15
Views: 4513

Re: Engine advice, ran engine without oil.

Hard to believe that all the oil came out in one go without being noticed - smoke or big puddles, dribbling oil along the road etc. The shop may well have been responsible - maybe cracked something which caused a slow leak over a month. But proving that would be near to impossible. I'm also curious ...
by blue_can
Mon Feb 22, 2016 8:28 am
Forum: Engine & Transmission
Topic: P0741 Causing Check Engine Light
Replies: 11
Views: 6464

Re: P0741 Causing Check Engine Light

We own a 2007 Vibe with over 180k in miles.[/b][/b] The check engine light kept coming on, then goes off, then comes back on again., then goes off, ect. I joined HUM by Version and installed the OBC module during an "off" period. When the light came back on I got an email telling me it wa...
by blue_can
Mon Feb 22, 2016 8:09 am
Forum: Engine & Transmission
Topic: Rough Idle
Replies: 14
Views: 3995

Re: Rough Idle

My car has a rough idle after I disconnect the battery. Usually takes a few days for the car to reset its settings in the engine to run well again. My car feels like it will stall at a stop light. I have put it in neutral to rev it up - its never actually stalled on me though. After a couple days i...
by blue_can
Mon Feb 22, 2016 8:06 am
Forum: Engine & Transmission
Topic: Rough Idle
Replies: 14
Views: 3995

Re: Rough Idle

The new fluid is at the tip of the funnel. The old fluid looks dark on the paper but it was solid black when it drained into the bucket. The manuals are getting more confusing every year. The reason is they are written by lawyers to protect the manufacturer. Some manufacturer's talk about "lif...
by blue_can
Sun Feb 21, 2016 9:57 am
Forum: Engine & Transmission
Topic: Rough Idle
Replies: 14
Views: 3995

Re: Rough Idle

I have done the drop the pan ATF replacement using Toyota T-IV fluid. There are 2 magnets in the pan. I think I didn't have the correct definition for stall speed in mind. What I intended to say is that the fluid being old may cause the converter to grab at lower rpm and therefore tug a bit more on...
by blue_can
Sun Feb 21, 2016 9:54 am
Forum: Engine & Transmission
Topic: Rough Idle
Replies: 14
Views: 3995

Re: Rough Idle

Yes, there are magnets. Have you let the car run for a long while? When the battery is disconnected, the fuel trims saved by the ECM all get cleared and need to be "relearned." Takes 15-30 minutes, usually. You may also want to clean the throttle body. A clean throttle body and sometimes ...
by blue_can
Sun Feb 21, 2016 8:53 am
Forum: Engine & Transmission
Topic: Rough Idle
Replies: 14
Views: 3995

Re: Rough Idle

The AFT has never been replaced. Whether it needs to be done or not is unclear to me based on the service schedule. Do you know if there are magnets in the pan to catch waste clutch material - if so I guess it would be a good idea to do this at some point and clean the magnets before they become sat...
by blue_can
Sat Feb 20, 2016 11:24 pm
Forum: Engine & Transmission
Topic: Rough Idle
Replies: 14
Views: 3995

Re: Rough Idle

Checked the spark plugs today - looked healthy and all gaps within spec. Also checked the PCV valve and that tested fine as well. I'm starting to wonder if this is an engine/transmission mount issue. I went through the test again and the vibration is really only noticeable in "R" or "...
by blue_can
Fri Feb 19, 2016 4:09 pm
Forum: Engine & Transmission
Topic: Transmission doesn't want to go into reverse (sort of)
Replies: 13
Views: 5036

Re: Transmission doesn't want to go into reverse (sort of)

Did anyone find the problem yet? My vibe is starting to do this. 150k On the odometer. Its hesitates once I put it into reverse, if I give it a little gas it will rev up then slam into gear. Late reply but this is symptomatic of either a sticky valve, low line pressure in reverse or sticking clutch...
by blue_can
Fri Feb 19, 2016 2:00 pm
Forum: Engine & Transmission
Topic: Rough Idle
Replies: 14
Views: 3995

Re: Rough Idle

Good point - did not check the spark plugs and never looked at them. Vehicle is 07 and now has about 71K miles and I thought they were supposed to be changed at 100K so I have yet to take a look at them.
by blue_can
Fri Feb 19, 2016 1:16 pm
Forum: Engine & Transmission
Topic: Rough Idle
Replies: 14
Views: 3995

Rough Idle

Wonder if anyone can help me troubleshoot this or experienced something similar that they fixed. I disconnected the battery while replacing the recirc air actuator a while ago. I cannot recall exactly why but I did remove the airbag so it may have been part of the procedure to disable the airbag. Sh...
by blue_can
Tue Jan 26, 2016 8:11 am
Forum: Maintenance Bay
Topic: Coolant drain and fill tips -1ZZFE / 2007 base
Replies: 14
Views: 6842

Re: Coolant drain and fill tips -1ZZFE / 2007 base

Great post by the OP. My 07 Vibe was overdue for the coolant change which I finally got around to doing about 2 days ago. I did come across this thread a bit earlier and remembered the part about the spill free funnel. Never heard of it but decided to get it and it did make things much easier. On th...
by blue_can
Mon Jan 25, 2016 3:18 pm
Forum: Interior
Topic: the vibe can haul........
Replies: 227
Views: 179850

Re: the vibe can haul........

This was a few years ago.

900lbs of Travertine tile.

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by blue_can
Tue Nov 24, 2015 5:51 pm
Forum: Maintenance Bay
Topic: A dealer offer you can/should refuse
Replies: 18
Views: 4268

Re: A dealer offer you can/should refuse

When I took my Vibe in for the PCM recall I was also presented with a list of things that needed doing. I simply told them to do the warranty work and leave everything else to me. Sometimes even dealers make up stuff. I took another car to a Chevy dealer some years ago for some repairs under warrant...
by blue_can
Tue Nov 24, 2015 12:43 pm
Forum: Problems & Warranty Issues
Topic: Latest airbag recall is out
Replies: 74
Views: 19157

Re: Latest airbag recall is out

Did you go through a Buick/GMC Dealer (that likely used to sell Pontiac)? Mine had plenty of parts on hand...If you used a Chevy dealer, I'd imagine they wouldn't stock the parts normally. Yes good point - did not really think of that. You are correct - It is actually a Chevy dealer. Not a lot of B...
by blue_can
Mon Nov 23, 2015 11:54 am
Forum: Problems & Warranty Issues
Topic: Latest airbag recall is out
Replies: 74
Views: 19157

Re: Latest airbag recall is out

I got my letter about the passenger side airbag safety recall in July. The recall number listed is 15406. I did not do it right away but called a dealer nearby and setup the process about 2 weeks after getting the letter. Weeks went by with no callback so after about almost 2 months called the deale...
by blue_can
Sun Nov 22, 2015 3:51 pm
Forum: Interior
Topic: Interior/Exterior air selection actuator replacement
Replies: 4
Views: 2212

Re: Interior/Exterior air selection actuator replacement

Well got it done today by pulling the airbag out. Here's a photo of what you see of the top screw once the airbag is out.
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by blue_can
Sat Nov 21, 2015 9:20 pm
Forum: Interior
Topic: Interior/Exterior air selection actuator replacement
Replies: 4
Views: 2212

Re: Interior/Exterior air selection actuator replacement

Thanks guys - have not visited the forum in quite a while and have not been following threads regularly. After I posted this I discovered the thread about this issue in another section so I linked my post here to that thread. I had no idea this was common problem but looking at the cheap plastic gea...
by blue_can
Sat Nov 21, 2015 5:22 pm
Forum: Tech Info & Do-It-Yourself Info
Topic: HVAC Damper Door Actuator Motor UPDATE 08/2014
Replies: 28
Views: 19298

Re: HVAC Damper Door Actuator Motor UPDATE 08/2014

I just posted about about this in the "Interior" section not realizing it is a common problem. http://forums.genvibe.com/phpBB3/viewtopic.php?f=29&t=44859 My question was about about installing the top screw but I see the suggestion about removing the airbag to do this. My car is due f...