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bendix gear inside the starter. It is happening to mine occasionally, even on my second starter in my warm climate. This is a well known problem especially with the Denso starters. I wouldn't replace it until it becomes a daily grind. It should not leave you stranded. Update: Replaced the starter an...

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Sounds like your title has been washed. https://www.carfax.com/press/what-is-title-washing If you suspect water was actually involved in the incident then it's worth your time to look under the carpet and inspect for mold. Even if the carpet is new. You replaced the engine, but did you flush the tr...

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I have the same issue with my 2009 Vibe. First, I replaced the gas cap, but the code came back so I decided to buy the vacuum leak smoke tester online. After ran the tester few minutes, I noticed smoke coming out from a hard plastic evap hose that goes from the top of the gas tank to the evap canist...

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Bought a 2009 Vibe GT from a small dealership with green title. The salesman told me that he bought a batch of vehicles from a fleet before they go to auction. He also told me this Vibe has engine knocks (sound like spun rod bearing) that needs to be addressed. I inspected the car and everything els...

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bendix gear inside the starter. It is happening to mine occasionally, even on my second starter in my warm climate. This is a well known problem especially with the Denso starters. I wouldn't replace it until it becomes a daily grind. It should not leave you stranded. Are you saying stay away from ...

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My 2009 Vibe GT starter makes a grinding noise only when cold start. The noise (for a brief second) sounds like you try to start the car while engine is running. Does anyone know the location of the starter relay? Same grinding noise from the video.
Thanks,
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cdR9_bRj6bo

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Rear defogger in My 2009 Vibe GT will not shut off until you manually turn it off. However, the defogger switch is on, but the rear window does not clear. Can the light (on the switch) stay on even though the defogger relay is bad?

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When I hit a bump, I can feel the shifter jolting even the vehicle is slowly rolling in neutral. What causes the shifter to shake like that?

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I just changed manual trans fluid in my son's 2009 Vibe GT. You need 24mm wrench and 2.5 quarts of 75W-90 oil. 1) Crack loose the fill plug 2) Remove the drain plug and drain the oil 3) fill oil until it overflows from the fill hole. 4) tighten the fill plug Note: I'd place a clear tube onto the fun...

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anyone knows if the 2009 Toyota Matrix with 2.4L engine gas cap would fit the Vibe? Amazon compatibility chart says they are not compatible, but they are the identical cars with diff. names.

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When I disconnecting the shift cables from the transmission, I noticed one of the rubber bushings dry rotted and had cracks. I decided to replace both. I am not sure the first gen Vibe, but the second gen, after you remove the airbox, you can see two cables attached to the transmission. it takes cou...

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Purchased bare KYB struts for 2009 Vibe GT. Front struts went smoothly like taking a walk in a park. However, the rear is a pain. First, you have to remove the sway bar links, and lower control arms. Then both lower M16 bolts did not budge even using a long breaker bar or Aircat impact gun. Spent $4...

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If the locknut is so tight, don't force it because you could break the plastic coupling. Detach the master clutch cylinder from the pedal and spin the plastic coupling counter-clockwise by hand then you will able to turn the locknut. I had the free play reduced by spinning the plastic coupling (on m...

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Update: After I did some research, I came to realize the reason that I can't put the belt on because the belt is 1.4" too short. The ebay engine shipped to me was removed from the Scion TC and not from the Scion XB as he stated. So if you swap an engine and having a problem putting on the drive...

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I replaced the clutch with LUK clutch set. Everything went well. Now, the clutch seems to engage as soon as I release the pedal (less than 1" of the floor). I'll bleed the clutch, but any adjustment in the clutch cable for this issue?

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look up a belt for that vehicle and see if it uses a different length belt. it's also likely the vibe AC compressor is a different size than the xB AC Compressor, and that different pulley size could be the issue. Or, potentially any other pulley. [/quote] My 2009 Vibe had spun bearing so I bought a...

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A second pair of hands is nice. Also easier to slide it over a flat pulley for the last one. Trying to get over the lip on grooved pulleys can be a pain. I compressed the tensioner all the way, but the belt seems not long enough. I bought the 2015 Scion XB engine from eBay, is there any bracket dif...

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Any trick to put on the belt? I spent more than 30 minutes trying to put it on, but gave up.

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doing the clutch and want to replace two axle seals but couldn't find part numbers. Rockauto lists bunch of part numbers, but don't know which ones that I need. Thanks,
Glene

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Couldn't find anything local so I purchased an engine from ebay. It's more expensive than I expected. Thanks all, Glene

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Oil ran low, lead to spun rod bearing, broke a rod and put a hole in the block. Ordered an engine from eBay and planned to swap it this weekend. Since the engine is out, I decide to change the clutch. Ordered a LUK clutch set from Rockauto (anyone has experience with LUK?). Wondering what are the to...

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2009 Vibe GT 5sp manual with 135k miles. Low oil and spun a rod bearing. Rod cap came off and put a hole in the block. This happened after 3,000 mile oil change.

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Let me know if you have a 2.4L 2AZFE engine for sale. Thanks,

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Hello everyone, it has been awhile that I post my last post. My 2009 Pontiac Vibe GT needs a new engine 2AZFE. Can I use the 2AZXFE engine from 2008 Toyota Camry Hybrid? Thanks,
Glen

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trying to disconnect the O2 sensor 4-way connector yesterday and couldn't able to do it. It's one hand operation, trying to push down the locking tab and at the same time pulling the connector but could not able to do it so I gave up after one hour. Any suggestion?
Thanks,
Glen

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I have exactly the same problem with my 2009 with 2.4L engine 5sp automatic. I got caught in a heavy rain few days ago, and my check engine light turned on and my VSC off light flasing. However, the lights turned off the next day. It rained again last night and the same lights turned on today. It st...

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cptnsolo77 wrote:Throttle body and MAF cleaning. I will just add a power steering flush for giggles. Easy to do with a syringe or turkey baster.

2009 Vibe uses electric powering steering so there's no fluid to change.

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I just purchased a 2009 Vibe 2.4L automatic for my teen son with 115K miles on it. I did the following: 1) brake fluid replaced --> $7 2) Trans fluid drained and filled twice ---> $35 3) Air and cabin filters ---> $15 4) 4 KGB struts ---> $250 5) Front/Rear brakes ---> $130 6) Spark plugs --> $15 7)...

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Hi,
I've a 2009 Pontiac Vibe 2.4L base. I'm the only driver of this vehicle. I adjust seat to the highest position, but it seems to drift down by itself. So every few days, I've to adjust the seat again. This happens since I purchased the car 6 months ago. Have similar issue?

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I have a 2009 Vibe with 2.4L engine (not a GT). Do I need to modify anything in order to install the hitch? Thanks,

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Just purchased a bike and now looking for a hitch. If you have a hitch for sale and fits 2009 Vibe, let me know. Thanks, Glen

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You can purchase Valvoline MaxLife Automatic Transmission Fluid at Walmart. Fluid is synthetic, it works great and compatible with Toyota WS fluid. For me, I have a Pela oil extractor. I use it when changing engine oil, transmission fluid, steering fluid, brake fluid or coolant. Just run the engine ...

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4 quarts is the correct amount. 2.4L owners should make an effort to check the oil level regularly. My story is: Changing oil in my son 2009 Vibe with 2.4L with 105K miles. Only two quarts of oil came out after 4,900 miles since last oil change. The engine is so clean so safe to assume the engine is...

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The car came with the original radio. I just need to wire the power amp and the woofer and make it works. Never done this before so just wondering anyone posted any instructions on here. Thanks,

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I purchased the Alpine 2/1 Channel Power Amplifier MRV-T503 500W and MTX Audio subwoofer and wanted to install in my son's 2003 Pontiac Vibe, but have no idea how to do it. Do you know any instructions? Thanks,

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Piston should move in and out freely and doesn't take that much effort to compress it. If it requires a huge effort, then your piston is seized up. You can rebuild it or get another caliber.

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28.8 ft lbs for upper strut mount is from Toyota/GM service manual. However, Monroe quick strut mount bolt will break at around 26ft lbs. I wish Monroe fixes this issues by using harden steel studs. Yes, Monroe struts provide softer ride, but many aftermarket struts also provide softer ride. For the...

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Got two new front Monroe quick struts. This time, I added a little lockite and torqued it to 22ft lbs.

29ft lbs is way too high Monroe upper strut bolts. OEM got to be using harden steel studs.

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Is those top three strut mount bolts serviceable? Look like they welded to the mount. I used Monroe quick struts on my SUV and Pontiac Vibe, but won't buy them again.

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Hi all, 2003 Pontiac Vibe with 100K miles I'm replacing the original struts (all four corners) with Monroe quick struts (purchased from advance auto parts). The rear went smoothly. However, the front gave me a problem. I set my torque wrench to 28 ft lbs, right away, I snapped the first bolt. I thou...

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I took everything (plastic pieces, spare tire, etc.. in the rear compartment) off the car. Only thing left is the hatch. Not a rattle, it's squeak and it irritates me. BTW, the rear glass was broken before the dealer delivered the car to me. The dealer removed the rear rim, and I am wondering if the...

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I have a squeak from the rear compartment, but could not able to pin-point the location. The more I listen to it, the sound seems like from the latch. Do anyone have similar problem? Mine is under 4000 miles.

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my 2009 Vibe GT with less than 4,000 miles on it. It has a rattle from the rear compartment (many plastic pieces back there) but I could not locate where. Any suggestions where I should look for.

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you should be fine. i changed oil in my car the first time this week. the manual says 4 qrts, but after I poured in 4 qrts and checked the oil level . It is about 1/3 inch over the level indicator. you don't have to worry about it.

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sorry, I was out of town and did not have access to the internet. I was already ordered a set of after market wheels online....no need for additional set. tx

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I purchased a 2010 Pontiac Vibe GT. The tires 215/45/18 came with the car. However, these tires are a little bouncy for my taste. I want to go down to 17" tires which come with the base 2.4L Vibe. Do the 17" tires fit my car ok? The 17" wheels are no bad looking either. Hope 17" ...

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I just purchased a 2009 GT Vibe with 5 speed auto with 500 miles on it so far. It seems like every time I give it a little gas, the transmission downs shift before it accelerates. Is this normal? Also, the brake rotors wear rough...Is it caused by the brake pads? Sure, it has a lot of brake dusts......

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