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by akflyboy
Fri Feb 03, 2012 9:58 pm
Forum: Engine & Transmission
Topic: Strong Vibration
Replies: 23
Views: 9046

Re: (djkeev)

Mine is not vibrating, it's rattling. I am not the original poster. My mechanic said nothing about plugs, in fact i said i had mine changed...wires and all. I think you confused the posts. You quoted mine, but i never said anything about vibrations. It sounds like my vibe is experiencing the same no...
by akflyboy
Fri Feb 03, 2012 11:38 am
Forum: Engine & Transmission
Topic: cataylytic converter
Replies: 15
Views: 4058

Re: cataylytic converter (cegarbage)

Do you have an aftermarket brand or OEM? I was also told my O2 sensors could have something to do with it. Either way I think you will be fine.
by akflyboy
Fri Feb 03, 2012 11:34 am
Forum: Engine & Transmission
Topic: Strong Vibration
Replies: 23
Views: 9046

Re: (09vGT)

hmmm....I'm very meticulous in my maint schedule. I'm at 107,000 miles and have done all the fluid flushes, plugs, ac charge, tires, etc... plugs would involve more of a misfire or something more internal. My rattling is something more external. I don't think mine is a huge issue, I just hate hearin...
by akflyboy
Fri Feb 03, 2012 9:26 am
Forum: Engine & Transmission
Topic: Strong Vibration
Replies: 23
Views: 9046

Re: Strong Vibration (09vGT)

I have the EXACT same problem. It's most prevailant in he mornings or cold. Sometimes it sounds like a plate underneath, like a differential cover or something, and everytime I swing by the mechanic it's warmed up and stops. They've mentioned the motor mounts as well. Have you figured this out yet?
by akflyboy
Fri Feb 03, 2012 9:23 am
Forum: Engine & Transmission
Topic: cataylytic converter
Replies: 15
Views: 4058

Re: cataylytic converter (cegarbage)

Newbie here...first post actually. I have a 2003 lava vibe. I had the check engine light about 2 years ago come on. Replaced the catalytic converter (Midas did actually) and the problem was solved. 3 months ago the light came on again, 2 days after emission inspection. Took it back and they said the...