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jeff_j1701

Hello,

The hood release cable on my 2007 Vibe snapped a couple of years ago.

I was finally able to find a new cable. Right now I've been popping the hood with a peice of coat hanger I had jury-rigged to the release.

To install the new cable do I need to hoist up the car?

jeff_j1701

If you got a core Vibe with the 1.8l and 4 speed, the Matrix equivalent trim is the STD auto. I think those were more common than the XR trims (auto and manual), so hopefully that's not discontinued. It should be an exact match, unless someone wants to correct me (I've got the 09 model and had good...

jeff_j1701

Hi, I hope this the the appropriate thread for this. I think I posted this in the wrong thread earlier. 😀 I have an '07 Vibe. The heat shield between my exhaust and gas tank has somewhat deteriorated where it attached. It looks like I need a new heat shield. Problem is, my mechanic can't seem to fin...

jeff_j1701

Hi, I hope this the the appropriate thread for this. I have an '07 Vibe. The heat shield between my exhaust and gas tank has somewhat deteriorated where it attached. It looks like I need a new heat shield. Problem is, my mechanic can't seem to find one. The toyota dealership in my town has them for ...

jeff_j1701

Hello, I bought a hood prop for my Vibe a few months ago, and I didn't put it in because was waiting for the clip and gasket. Now I have the clip and gasket, but I seemed to have misplaced the hood prop. lol I grabbed it from a Matrix at a junk yard, so no big loss if I can't find it. Will the hood ...

jeff_j1701

This is a sad sight.

Not as sad as seeing burnt bacon...but still a sad sight.

jeff_j1701

Hey all! I have an '07 Vibe and I had the factory radio replaced about 10 yrs go with a new radio. The radio is a single DIN. This radio is now pretty much dead and I want to replace it. My question... Do I need a new wiring harness or can I use the wiring harness that was used the 1st time I replac...

jeff_j1701

Ah that sux!!

How about trying to get the parts at a scrape yard?

jeff_j1701

Thanks all!!

I really hope my Vibe lasts a long time, but I know it's probably closer to the end of it's life than the beginning of it.

I really like the Chevy Trax, Toyota RAV4 or the Toyota Cross.

Hopefully I won't have to make a decision for many years.

jeff_j1701

I think GM cars are money pits after 50K miles. I've had a few that prove me right. I would stay in the Toyota / Lexus family myself. If you are buying new I would look at the Corolla Cross or Corolla wagon. The Cross has more room if you are a large person. If you are buying used, I would search t...

jeff_j1701

I haven't been looking at available cars for a bit now, but one thing I saw doing a quick check was that the Trax is supposedly rated at 32 mpg highway (7.35 l/100km) where the Corolla hatchback is rated at 41 mpg highway (5.74 l/100km) I don't know if an EV fits your circumstances, but that seems ...

jeff_j1701

Hello all! I'm not sure which topic this should be in. I have an '07 Vibe and it won't last forever unfortunately. I've always been partial to GM (GM factory in my city) but after the Vibe, I am partial to Toyota because of the superior engine. The Vibe is a good size, as I drive a lot for work and ...

jeff_j1701

Hello,

Has anyone had any experience with joyroad tires?

I've done a google search and they are an "economy" tire but I haven't seen too many negative reviews on them.

Thanks.

jeff_j1701

Hello, I have a 2007 Vibe with over 330,000 km on it (approx 250,000 miles) and just this year I put in a new starter, alternator, and battery; last year I had 2 front struts put in. I now have a "rough" sounding exhaust; could be the muffler, a degraded flange/gasket, hole in the pipe? I ...

jeff_j1701

In addition to temperature, it's also a matter of how many charge cycles and how deep. I kept a battery working for 13 years in my old Subaru. I don't drive it much, it's a manual transmission and I usually park on a hill, so I seldom use the starter motor. If you have a security system or keyless ...

jeff_j1701

I haven't had issues with my battery, other than a little corrosion, but I am wondering if I should change it. The reason why I ask...the last time I changed the battery was about 8 years ago. Should I have the battery tested? For a battery that old, what should I look for in terms of voltage? I'm i...

jeff_j1701

Ok np.

Thanks.

jeff_j1701

Thanks.

Did you install the cable yourself, and was it hard to do?

jeff_j1701

I'm having a hard time finding a hood release cable for my 2007 Vibe.

Besides a Matrix, will any other car cable work?

Or do you know a shite that has a cable for a 2007 Vibe? I'm in Canada but frequently order from the US.

Thanks.

jeff_j1701

TBH, I don't know an exact figure for the gas usage. I just know I seem to be using more gas for the same distance travelled. And yes, I've been research new cars. DAMN YOU, GM for discontinuing Pontiac and the Vibe! I'd love to talk my wife into the Matrix, but I know that will be a losing battle. ...

jeff_j1701

Hello, I have an `07 Vibe with over 314,000 km (over 215,000 miles) and in the last 6 months I`ve noticed that I am burning more gas than usual. A few years ago I had the catalytic converter, exhaust manifold, and downstream o2 sensor replaced. My driving habits have not changed, and I when I do go ...

jeff_j1701

Hi all.

I have an '07 Vibe with over 315,000km (about 195,000 miles) and I need new spark plugs.

For such an old (and well used) car, would Iridium or Platnium spark plugs be better?

The originals were Iridium but changed them with Platnium before.

Thanks.

jeff_j1701

Hello,

The left fender on my '07 Vibe is coming detached and I was wondering if there are some clips that I can use.

I tried a 3M adhesive but it didn't work; perhaps because the area is too thin for a good hold?

Any other suggestions? Goop or something similar?

jeff_j1701

I have a feeling they were stolen, but I could be wrong.

jeff_j1701

Hello, I know this is an old topic, but I have the same issue; I didn't want to create a new thread. Are there any tools required to install the lower grills? I have all three lower grills (left, centre, right) in my '07 Vibe that "disappeared" years ago. I plan on going to the local "...

jeff_j1701

From the sounds of it, it's probably the downstream sensor that may be the issue. I found Denso 234-4209 on Amazon for $57 (without connectors) would it be ok to use my current connectors or get a sensor with the connector? I don't know enough about cars to know the difference. I might as well repla...

jeff_j1701

TBH, I forget what catalytic was put it. All I remember was it was a Walker. How do you pull live data from it, and what would that show?

I didn't know you could clean o2 sensors.

jeff_j1701

It was replaced almost 2 months ago, and it was cleared by him and me.

When it came back on, I just left it until I had the new manifold put it; cleared it 3 times since.

jeff_j1701

Hello, Is it difficult to replace the 02 sensors in a Vibe? I recently had the exhaust manifold and catalytic converter replaced in my '07 Vibe (FWD) and I am still getting a P0420 code. The mechanic said not to bother changing it on an old car (he has an '05 Vibe) as the car is still very driveable...

jeff_j1701

Hello, The driver's window won't will only go down about half way. It feels like the window wants to go down further, but it doesn't; I can even feel a bit of pressure on the inside of the door when it stops. Does anyone have any ideas? All the YouTube videos I've found don't address the window only...

jeff_j1701

Hi.. yes it is exhaust. I take my vibe in for an inspection every 6 month at the dealer, and they told me i had a leak. Went to another shop for a 2nd opinion, and they showed me the leak. I lent my obd scanner to a friend, so i dont know the code right now. I don't know if JB Weld or some other ste...

jeff_j1701

Check engine light on at time but mainly off. The gasket appears fine.

I never knew about UV light thing. I will look into it.

Thanks.

jeff_j1701

Hello, I recently had a new catalytic converter replace in my '07 Vibe. The mechanic thinks there is a hair-line crack in the manifold; he can hear it but he can't see it. He suspects its where the individual pipes come together though. I'm wondering if it could be along weld joints. Is there any wa...

jeff_j1701

My mechanic said a univerasal would need fabrication and he isnt equiped for that.

What does he mean by that?

jeff_j1701

Ya just the cat; pipes are fine.

I found a few online for under $150; my mechanic said to get a direct fit instead of a universal.

Thanks for the suggestion!!

jeff_j1701

Hey all! My 2007 Vibe needs a new front catalytic converter, as mine has a hole in it. Apparently Vibes are known for that, but I don't know much about exhaust systems. Will steel putty work on sealing it? Or should I just replace it? Are there any manufacturers/brands I should stay clear of? Is thi...

jeff_j1701

I only need 1 tire, so will put 2 new on the front.

My rears are also 215/50/r17 and I thought you shouldn't have R17 and r16 on the car at the same time.

jeff_j1701

Hello,

My Vibe is an '07, and it is a front-wheel drive.

jeff_j1701

Hello, I had a snow tire blow on me on Friday so I need to get a new one. I'll probably get 2 because having a new and an old on the same axel isn't a good idea. However, I am having a hard time finding the right size tire, so I was wondering if another size will suffice? Current tires are 215/50/R1...

jeff_j1701

ya...my mechanical skills depend on whatever YouTube video I can find

it appears that I take a long time...so spending a few bucks might be worth it for me lol

thanks.

jeff_j1701

Hello, I've only replaced the front brakes in my '07 Vibe once...and it took me about 2 hrs to do. Is this a normal time-frame? I know a mobile mechanic who will replace them for $70 (only need the fronts) if I supply the pads & rotors. I'm thinking I might as well save myself the time and go th...

jeff_j1701

Hello all! The power lock & windows buttons seem to have become detached from the panel cover. Whenever I press the buttons, the buttons get depressed from the control panel cover. Does anyone know if there are clips that keep these attached to the cover? If this has happened to anyone, is it an...

jeff_j1701

Hello,

I have some trim that is coming off of my '07 Vibe.

The GM dealers in my area are out of clips, so I'm looking for a good adhesive that I can use to secure the trim.

Any suggestions?

Thanks!!

jeff_j1701

Hi all! I don't know how this happened, but somehow the mounts in my engine's cooling fan (that hold the fan blades on) have busted. I've never hit anything or rear-ended someone, so don't know how they broke. Can they be fixed, or do I have to buy a whole new cooling fan? I called various scrap yar...

jeff_j1701

Hello,

I'm just wondering what everyone thinks is the best brand of treatments/additives out there.

Fuel system cleaner, fuel injector cleaner, gas treatment, etc.

I have an '07 Vibe and I've used Lucas and STP. Mainly STP because of the price.

jeff_j1701

The same thing just started happening to my '07 Vibe, and when I looked it on the weekend, I noticed that the fan has now separated itself from the assembly that holds it in place.

It all looks plastic to me, so I was wondering if the fan shaft can be adhered back into place somehow?

jeff_j1701

Hi all, The passenger side headlight in my '07 Vibe isn't working. I thought it was the bulb but it isn't, as it doesn't work with a new bulb either. With both the old and new bulbs, the high-beams are working but not the low-beams. Does anyone has any ideas? Do the highs and lows operate on the sam...

jeff_j1701

I took my car to a mechanic and he suggested that he weld a new gasket on. So I asked him why can't we just weld the old one back together. He thought about it, and said that it was a good idea. Cheaper alternative too, and he didn't see a problem. So that's what he did. Cost me $50 and it works gre...

jeff_j1701

I got lucky!! I was able to jack up my Vibe and discover that most of the exhaust is fine. However, and I could be getting the name wrong as I'm not very mechanically inclined, there are 2 flanges bolted together with a gasket in between that is connecting the exhaust pipe to the pipe leading into t...

jeff_j1701

Hello,

Just wondering if someone has a ball-park figure on how much a new muffler, tailpipe and manifold would be to have replaced on an '07 Vibe?

Not too sure if the manifold is bad, but just in case...

About how long should this job take?

Thanks!

I'm near Toronto ON.

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