Hi everyone,
A couple weeks ago we purchased a red 2009 Vibe GT with 93,000 miles - we love it! It was missing a few parts (jack and handles, cup holders, etc.). I was able to get some replacement parts at a salvage yard for cheap.
As I'm getting to know the Vibe better, I have a few questions...
-- The climate control knobs turn hard (the middle one (fan speed) turns easily), but the other two knobs seem to be difficult to turn; not "sticky", but just tough to turn. Is this normal? Or is there a way to make them turn easier?
-- Is there some type of cover for the cargo area that pulls over the hatch/trunk area to cover any "goods" that are put back there? I don't mean the hard cover over the spare tire area, but a soft cover that pulls over or covers the actual cargo area.
-- Is there something to hold the jack in it's place? It looks like there are a couple "hooks" molded into the plastic next to the jack holding spot, but I must be missing the part that goes into or around the hooks to hold the jack firmly in place (otherwise, you can hear the jack bounce around when going over bumps).
-- There are a few missing rivets that should be helping to hold the front bumper/fascia to the underside of the car. Can I purchase these somewhere, or use something else in their place?
-- Also, I noticed the front leading edge of the sunroof does not sit flush with the top of the car (no leaks noted, though). I pulled back the rubber around the front of the sunroof and it's very rusty, and the rusted metal is "swollen" and irregular from the rust. Is this something that can be fixed, or do I need to buy a whole new sunroof glass/metal trim setup to install?
Thanks for any advice, and I look forward to being part of the Vibe group!