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Thanks for the info. I had thought about removing the light housing from the body to change the bulbs, but I couldn't see the final hold down after removing the two bolts o top. I figured the battery was probably to be removed, the washer fluid container is the barrier on the passenger side. Thanks ...

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I was looking at changing the bulbe in my 2005. How do you remove the bulbs? I am afraid of breaking something and can't get my hand behind the housings. HELP!!

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I was told Mercron V synthetic can be used in the Vibe. It says it is compatable with the Toyota T-IV fluid. Thoughts?

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Thnaks, I appreciate the info.

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How is this cleaned and with what?

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Thanks Cougar Vibe. I have used both M1 and currently using PP. Keep me posted on the ST from Wallyworld. Would WPP produce anything I would be familiar with in the Midwest? I have been told Quaker State produces the ST oils. If anyone knows different please advise.

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Thanks Ragingfish and djb383. Looks like all the oils in the list you sent comply with the GM6094, if I read this correctly. Is that your take on it ragingfish?

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I have been trying to research the GM6094 spec to assure the oil I am using is correct. I have been using synthetic oil and have only found a couple that list this spec on the bottle. I was thinking of using Supertech synthetic which I believe is produced by Quaker state, however I don't see this sp...

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Wimpy horn is correct. I installed an air horn, people now hear what they couldn't.

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Just installed FIAMM air horns on our Vibe. HUGE difference! $14 at Harbor Freight. Bought a "T" bracket and removed the original horn and mounted the new ones where the old one was. Mounted the compressor on the center support where the hood latch is.

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I will add a 20A fuse as shown in the diagram off the battery also, I always fuse lines off the battery.Thanks again!

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Thanks for the info, I thought that was how it went, wanted to make sure. Stang2vibe was also helping.Thanks much!!

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Just purchased FIAMM air horns and was looking at the wiring diagram. On the relay the original horn wire hooks to Terminal 85. Terminal 87 goes to the compressor, (I have two 87 terminals, don't know why). The compressor is also grounded. Terminals 86 and 30 are fused and go straight to the battery...

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OK, we want to fix the hood chips on our 2 month old car. Don't want globs, any suggestions? Thanks in advance everyone.

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Welcome! We purchased an '05 automatic on 10/30/04. We get an avg of 30 mpg. Our driving is mostly stop & go, no real highway. Traded a 2000 Durango because we commute 70 miles a day and gas was killing us. Overall we are pleased. It is much easier than most small cars to get in and out of.

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Yes, the annoying drip on the drivers side with a 20" winter blade (Had one on hand, decided to use it). Now have a winter 22" blade on the drivers side and winter 18" blade on the pass side. MUCH better! They do really help in foul weather.

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Sounds like this store is one to stay away from. Sorry for your probs, hope you get things straightened out. You shouldn't have to pay for services you didn't ask for. Good luck!

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Not much Christmas in our house, bought for the kids (age 27 & 23) their husbands and the grandkids. Our current kids, the dog & cat get their presents also. Wife and I save our money to take a scuba trip. We have a friend (Ron Lambuth) that was deployed to Iraq this week and would like to a...

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Not much Christmas in our house, bought for the kids (age 27 & 23) their husbands and the grandkids. Our current kids, the dog & cat get their presents also. Wife and I save our money to take a scuba trip. We have a friend (Ron Lambuth) that was deployed to Iraq this week and would like to a...

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Did my first oil change tonight at 2300 miles. No problem at all getting the original filter off. Thought the whole process was very easy. Only problem was I could not get under the car far enough to see the filter, but it was very easy to reach. Used a cap type oil filter wrench with 3/8 rachet, br...

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Did my first oil change tonight at 2300 miles. No problem at all getting the original filter off. Thought the whole process was very easy. Only problem was I could not get under the car far enough to see the filter, but it was very easy to reach. Used a cap type oil filter wrench with 3/8 rachet, br...

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Did my first oil change tonight at 2300 miles. No problem at all getting the original filter off. Thought the whole process was very easy. Only problem was I could not get under the car far enough to see the filter, but it was very easy to reach. Used a cap type oil filter wrench with 3/8 rachet, br...

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Installed new horn tonight, extremely easy. Left the original and wired the new one into the same harness. TWO horns now!!!Hope people can hear it now if need be. Not a big horn person, but if you need one I do want one you can hear. Thanks for the help everyone!

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Welcome fellow Salsa Vibe owner. We have 2300 mi on our 2005 and are very pleased in our 70 mi daily commute.

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OK, the horn on the 2005 SUCKS! LAID on the horn because an old man was backing out into me as I was driving up to him, he never heard me! I got stopped and he backed out in front of me, no accident. Pays to be observant! Time to upgrade, any suggestions?

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I prefer the Weathertech ventshades. They come in two shades (light & dark) and fit inside the window channel. Will be ordering for our Vibe soon.

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Looks nice. How difficult was/is it to install? We would like to get a top spoiler in Salsa.

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We don't really think one is necessary. Additional noise is not that bad and gives you a reason to enjoy the radio!

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We like th pinstripe on our 2005 Salsa w/gold pinstriping.

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Purchased our '05 on 10/30/04. Owned trucks & SUVs previously. Needed the gas mileage as we commute 35 mi one way daily. Gas mileage has averaged right at 30 mpg, which we are happy with considering most of our driving is stop & go, no highway. A couple of small probs which were handled quic...

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Hey Cindi! New here myself, we purchased a 2005 on Oct.30. Got a good trade, 7yr-100,000mi warranty, health and life insurance, $217mo for 60 mo, extended the payments for ease.Welcome

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Treating us well thanks, wife loves the car! Wish the armrests were higher though.

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Ok, Dremel for the hole, High temp sealant to hold the bulb socket in? Would like to install some kind of bulb socket that is removable to access the bulb if it burns out. Some bulbs pop into a hole and lock with a twist or ears. Wiring worries me as far a overloading the stoplight switch or the cir...

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First post and proud owners of new 2005! I was wondering if lights could be added easily to the bottom of the tailights of the 2005? I noticed there are no lights in this area, and looks large enough to accomodate some kind of bulbs. Possibly to wire to work the same as the top red portion of the ta...

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Made the trip to Lowes, made a template with paper, taped it to the matting, cut it, perfect fit!! Great idea! Thanks

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How do you change the headlights?

Automatic Transmission Fluid?

Cleaning the MAF sensor?

GM6094M oil spec-what is it?

Re: Regular Hella horns VS Hella air horns (Ponyota)

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Help wiring FIAMM air horns?

Best way to fix paint chips?

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Re: Wiper replacments.... (spoonman)

Re: Oil change. Should they have done this? (Stone)

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Re: Installing new horn (UWAdventurer)

Re: New Vibe owner saying hello (Zalmaxiss)

Installing new horn

Re: Ventshades? (DopeVibeGT)

Re: Added the top spoiler (Celtic_Curse)

Re: Does anyone have or use a sunroof spoiler ? (fjf511)

Re: How many like vehicle pin striping? (MiVibe-ToolGuy)

Re: Any reason not to buy a Vibe? (Five_By_Five)

Re: New to Vibe, Hi to all (cindi2)

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Adding lights to bottom of taillights on 2005

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