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I've noticed another small detail, our 04 has a threaded screw-in gas cap. My 05 has a twist & click cap, but then when my wife bought her 05, I noticed it has the threaded cap like the 04......early 05 maybe? I also removed 2 grab handles from the parts car & cut the holes in the headliner...

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Mark, I am referring to Google Drive, not Google Photos.

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Nice fleet. One of these days I will have to snag some new pics of our fleet. We are currently at 6. But we were at around 10-- sold 2, and gave 2 to other family members.

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My 07 has a similar dent, but on the drivers side. Maybe I'll have you come fix it...and the rocker rust.

Great work though! Very impressive.

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I've never had any luck linking to google photos, if you figure it out please post how you got it to work. It could be a size issue I think, I'm able to post a pic by downloading it and then resizing to less than 1Mb. I uploaded them to my Google Drive.. Then using the IMG button above, copy and pa...

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I'm in the Binghamton area. Do you ever experience any clutch chatter starting from a stop? I do, depending on how high I have the RPM's and how long the clutch is left at the engagement point. (to me that seems like a clutch problem) Above 2000 it generally won't happen, but that seems like a lot ...

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Posting pictures here is a challenge. We are limited to 1MB (I believe). As such, most will post them elsewhere, and link to them here. I recently have realized I can upload them to my Google Drive and then link the pictures. Kinda a happy medium so I still have access to them easily, and then they ...

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The sensor was my first guess, as well. However, we recently acquired an '05 that's doing similar things. Once the subframe is back in and together, I am going to try to investigate it.

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It's kinda ugly, tbh.

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Sooo. Is that Jamestown, NY? Because we might be neighbors. LOL. I am in Warren, PA.

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Gotcha. Thanks for the info. Keep me posted in pricing for those, as I could be convinced to pick them up from ya.

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Welcome to the best group on the internet. Kudos for the great info on the years, colors, and mileage. Impressive taking the '05 from 5500 miles to nearly 350k miles! There are several members in Ohio. In fact, one is a few hours southeast of you near Portsmouth. He is primarily on Facebook these da...

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I tried to find the headlights myself by just looking them up on the website you provided but I believe they're either gone off the website for sale or I'm stupid as hell lol, but I have two headlights that don't work with my lights and i know i can just send them back but could you link all the pr...

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I could be interested in the Tokico Struts. How many miles do you speculate are on them?

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Welcome to GenVibe! We like pictures of your ride. How many mile are on the car? To me, it sounds as if you just need to adjust to the sweet spot of where the clutch engages. My old '03 GT clutch engaged near the top of the pedal; my current '04 is closer to the middle. However, depending on mileage...

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ZZvroom wrote: ↑Fri Jan 03, 2020 6:42 pm By subframe you mean something above the trailing arms?

Yes. Here is the write up. viewtopic.php?f=28&t=47305

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At https://parts.scarboroughtoyota.ca/ the cost is $80 CAD ($60 USD). Even if you had to pay shipping, you're already $200 cheaper than US pricing.

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GT/XRS Rear Left Backing Plate/Dust Shield: Toyota 46504-20070 https://parts.conicellitoyotaofconshohocken.com/oem-parts/toyota-backing-plate-4650420070?c=Zz1icmFrZXMmcz1yZWFyLWJyYWtlcyZsPTUmbj1TZWFyY2ggUmVzdWx0cyZhPXRveW90YSZvPW1hdHJpeCZ5PTIwMDMmdD14cnMmZT0xLThsLWw0LWdhcw%3D%3D GT/XRS Rear Right Ba...

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New to the group. I've got about 142,000 on my 09 base model. Only have had it since November. Any suggestions on seat covers for the rear bench that will actually fit. welcome to the best forum on the internet! feel free to make a separate introductory post and show us some pictures of your ride. ...

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cptnsolo77 wrote: ↑Thu Jan 02, 2020 2:52 pm I just used black cable ties.

same!

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ZZvroom wrote: ↑Thu Jan 02, 2020 8:57 pmI'm more concerned about the rust deterioration of the backplates. I understand they are made from unobtanium.

If you know anyone in Canada, have them buy the backing plates/dust shields from Toyota of Canada. They are a fraction of the price compared to the US.

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Hi y'all. This is my first post on this forum. I have a 2006 Vibe and this morning when I got to work it's showing 211,125 miles. We bought the car with 33,000 miles and we're the second owners. And we haven't had any major repairs. The only thing it needs is a new paint job and new radio so I conn...

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I'll get straight to the point... The rear subframe on the 03-06 AWD Vibe/Matrix is notorious for rotting out. Garages quote over $2500 to replace. Bad news?! Car isn't worth that, so many send them to the scrap yard. Good news?! You can replace it yourself with this fancy how-to. I probably missed ...

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I obviously hit a nerve. I was asking here since it was a bunch of Vibe guys. I only had to add one circuit and delete another and it’s working fine. Again no need to start all the over if you take the time to trouble shoot. I was just hoping someone else maybe had the same issue that could point m...

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P0420 typically means your converter is below efficieny thresholds. If you have a bluetooth code reader, hook it up and look at the o2 sensor graphs. If they make nice "waves" the o2 sensors are fine. It would then be your cat. I see you have an '05...Magnaflow 99205HM is a great fit on al...

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New year, new subframe. Installing a replacement subframe in an '05 AWD we picked up. Old one is out, new one is going to get media blasted soon, then we will paint it and install.

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tpollauf wrote: ↑Tue Dec 31, 2019 6:43 pm
navydave wrote: ↑Tue Dec 31, 2019 5:04 pm
Haha! Good idea. Gotta join the Facebook page. Didn't even know about it. Thanks for the heads up.
Dave .... just don't forget about us here at the original GenVibe like the vast majority of others have, once you join up. Thanks

true story, plz come back!

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I kinda wish I could find something in that condition, to put together a spare car. That's basically our intention. Father-in-law is in need of a car at the moment, so we will give him our '07 since we know the condition of it. My wife will then drive this until we upgrade her to an SUV sometime th...

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Nice. An AWD with moons & tunes, black, body panels look good! I thought I was bad at collecting Vibes (wife yells at me all the time) :o Mileage/year? I admire your determination and wish you success on this subframe swap. Take LOTS of pics so we all see what is involved. Good luck ;) It's an ...

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The Philips RacingVision +150% are a very highly rated bulb. Many on the GenVibe Facebook page also recommend these and have ran them for a few years with good success.. Agreed on the Silverstar bulbs. They are junk and burn out pretty quickly. Good news is, they have a 1 year manufacturer warranty....

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Out of curiosity, are you running premium? 91+ Octane. How's the oil condition and/or level? A few other forums recommended this NewCelica guide for cleaning the lift filters/screens. If you don't hit lift often, don't drive it often, do extended oil change intervals, etc. it is possible those filte...

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I will be posting a semi-formal write up on how to remove and replace the rear subframe on these cars. Of course, I will likely miss little steps, and probably not call out all of the info, but it will be a general guide that should be helpful.

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...Facebook Marketplace can be a bad place lol. We found this fella for $500 right in town where we leave. All it needs is a rear subframe, and a little bit of work on the rocker panels. Seller was quoted $2500 to find and replace the rear subframe. We have already sourced a new one, and are working...

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So long as you are purchasing for the same year/trim, the GM and Toyota mounts would be the same.

The only things different between the Vibe/Matrix are the body panels/headlights/taillights, HVAC system, and the radio (05+).

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Did you have any trouble installing with the clips securing them in the housing with the heat sink in the way or did they fit right in? Also, what's your opinion of these, now that you've had them for a while? Thanks. The clip will be a PITA to get over the heatsink, speaking from a similar experie...

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If you have this wheel (or the optional 17" that is similar to this), you need the flat lug nuts. OEM 16 Inch Rim https://smhttp-ssl-48880-live.nexcesscdn.net/media/catalog/product/cache/1/image/9df78eab33525d08d6e5fb8d27136e95/W/W6558S.jpg OEM 17 Inch Rim https://www.wheelstiresandmore.com/ima...

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03-04 Vibe/Matrix share the same radio. For 2005+, Toyota used their own radio components as the GM radio is trash. That side, the sub and whatnot are likely interchangeable. Though, I highly doubt there's any significant difference. Given that the Matrix was built in Canada, it's possible JBL was c...

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nerdydaddyo wrote: ↑Thu Dec 26, 2019 8:34 am Highly recommend the 6 speed trans over rebuilding the 5. Still going strong almost 5 years later.

Agreed. Get a used 6 speed for ~$500-800, and a weekend with some friends installing, adult beverages, and call it a day. Much faster, cheaper, and more reliable.

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P0125 typically signals low coolant level, or a possible bad thermostat. https://www.obd-codes.com/p0125 IF it is leaking from the radiator cap, you could replace it and see if that resolves your issue, though it is unlikely too. But, if it is leaking from that, that does need addressed anyways. Che...

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Merry Christmas backatcha!

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I have never heard of these mounts being liquid filled.

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I will one up Mark. Welcome to THE best forum on the internet. :D However, Joatman and Mark both covered it well. These cars are known for a quality build. The plastics are hard and can become brittle on their old age, but they are reliable. The steering wheel does get...weird when used a lot too. J...

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I think the auto tranny used in the 2003 Matrix XRS was a different auto tranny than was used in the Matrix/Matrix XR/base Vibe, but I can't confirm that. Seems likely, but I don't know if Toyota used the same tranny in other models. Almost all of the 03 XRS's were 6 speed manuals, so if they only ...

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This is the belt layout for the 2.4L, 2AZ https://cars-fault.blogspot.com/2015/01/toyota-camery-2003-to-2011-belt.html The one to the left of the alternator and AC compressor (very bottom) would be your water pump. The grooved one to the left of that is the belt tensioner assembly pulley. Then in th...

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This website has a few pictures of the AC compressor and associated pulley. There is one screw holding the compressor clutch on, then usually a snap ring holding the pulley on. I'd find it weird for it to be that, but I've heard of stranger things. https://www.buyautoparts.com/buynow/2010/Pontiac/Vi...

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Only the '03 Matrix XRS came with an auto trans. Swapping a 1ZZ for a 2ZZ is a fair amount of work, let alone swapping auto to manual. You'd need a donor car for the engine, trans, ECU, engine bay wiring harness, slave cylinder, shifter cable, clutch pedal, master cylinder, etc. Honestly, your best ...

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Agreed with tpollauf. I also need to look into this on my '04 GT (we are twins

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This info is helpful in the event I need to replace the module.

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I will ask a few stupid questions, because I've seen it happen with my brother lol. Are the caliper bolts torqued down? Are you missing any of the pins/springs that hold the emergency brake shoes on? How are the rear pads in the caliper? There shouldn't be any thumping noise, so I would just double ...

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Crutchfield is the best source for radio bits and pieces and to determine what may or may not work.

I know on the first gen, the radio, HVAC system, and body panels are specific to each manufacturer. Not 100% positive on the second gen, so cannot confirm if the matrix radio stuff would work.

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remanned calipers are pretty cheap, honestly. Why not just replace the whole caliper and call it a day?

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