I have a brother in law mechanic who does and is bad teacher. Are a shock and a strut the same? Can shocks struts and springs that lower the ride be bought as a single install unit. I really am quite smart just on a bit car learning curve. Best vendor choice for a combo of value and performance? Any...

Sorry Dave had a stupid moment. Told the whole rendition and left out that I have a 2005 Pontiac Vibe Base model 80k. Never a problem. All the maintenance done. Going to be taking pix tomorrow and looking for exploded view of lock assembly see if I can fix it. Any input where to go helpful.

What I need is a clear large schematic of the manual door lock open mechanism once you have removed the interior door panel. The original manual was "upgraded" for me by a friend as a b-day gift. Rear doors are stock. Hatch and front doors are automatic lock and open when car starts or is ...

2004 Vibe. Love car Best car I've ever owned. Bought the almost base model tight cash and should have had upgraded to convenience package. Had auto door locks and alarm put in on the cheap aftermarket. Shop out of business and solenoids that control locks have failed. Can't find replacements. Would ...

Real newby learning to do lots myself. Decided to join as I am always getting great instructions and advice just by reading. 2004 VIbe would like to do something about the rather limited headlight power/visibility that comes standard with the car. Can do the work just need product rec's on best head...