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by wonderdog
Thu Mar 25, 2021 1:43 pm
Forum: GenVibe Garage
Topic: Just bought my 2009 Vibe GT
Replies: 8
Views: 5342

Re: Just bought my 2009 Vibe GT

Has anyone else noticed that the paint peels on these 2009 models? I have seen it on a couple now.
by wonderdog
Thu Mar 18, 2021 5:26 pm
Forum: Tech Info & Do-It-Yourself Info
Topic: Engine swap on a FWD to an AWD car
Replies: 32
Views: 24187

Re: Engine swap on a FWD to an AWD car

Thanks, I really can't see it well while installed and I just don't see the point of pulling an engine (or 2) that won't work. I saw a nice bracket that someone made but I have no idea how well it held up or where to get one made. If someone made an adapter for sale it would lead me to proceed, but ...
by wonderdog
Thu Mar 18, 2021 5:00 pm
Forum: The Vibe Lounge
Topic: New’04 owner (late to the party!)
Replies: 8
Views: 1561

Re: New’04 owner (late to the party!)

GREAT Find. I would LOVE to get a 2004 with that low of mileage. It was a very good year. I've had 4 different vibes and the 2004 was my favorite. Got wrecked by my daughter so :cry:
by wonderdog
Mon Mar 15, 2021 3:21 pm
Forum: Tech Info & Do-It-Yourself Info
Topic: Engine swap on a FWD to an AWD car
Replies: 32
Views: 24187

Re: Engine swap on a FWD to an AWD car

Anyone have an idea if a 2004 fwd engine would work? I have a 2004 fwd with a good engine (120K) and a 2003 awd with 240K. I see the problem with 2003 and will do some more looking tomorrow (weather permitting) for the mounting but it was pretty hard to see today.
by wonderdog
Mon Jan 20, 2014 11:21 am
Forum: Exterior
Topic: I need some help with an exterior trim problem
Replies: 8
Views: 3835

Re: I need some help with an exterior trim problem

I think the moulding clips slide into the moulding and snap into the body. I'll be looking at this same job in a few weeks and let you know what I find..
by wonderdog
Sat Jan 18, 2014 7:04 pm
Forum: For Sale/Wanted
Topic: Want-Silver 2004 passenger door black handle/moulding
Replies: 3
Views: 855

Re: Want-Silver 2004 passenger door black handle/moulding

Yes! Thanks, is this your listing? Much appreciated help. I will order from you direct or through e-bay.
by wonderdog
Sat Jan 11, 2014 11:13 am
Forum: Exterior
Topic: painted 2 tone gray plastic cladding
Replies: 25
Views: 10496

Re: painted 2 tone gray plastic cladding

I just bought a product called BONDO black that's supposed to be for this use. Anyone ever tried it? I really like how IBYTRUX's looks but I'm not sure what PLedge product was used. I don't want like to use a spray can unless I'm going to complete the job during that session, I have a lot of pluggin...
by wonderdog
Fri Jan 10, 2014 4:27 pm
Forum: For Sale/Wanted
Topic: Want-Silver 2004 passenger door black handle/moulding
Replies: 3
Views: 855

Want-Silver 2004 passenger door black handle/moulding

2004 silver vibe in an accident, the crook I took it too replaced the door and transferred my old mirror but not the handle or moulding. I was recovering from an illness when the car was returned and didn't know until days later. Of course once the check cleared I was on my own. The parts are a flat...
by wonderdog
Thu Dec 26, 2013 5:41 pm
Forum: Audio, Electronics, Electrical
Topic: Factory Radio Display
Replies: 9
Views: 2843

Re: Factory Radio Display

I have a similar but different problem, removed radio and after reinstall it stays on when I turn car off. Might be similar issue, might not. I'm thinking power is being cutoff at ignition but who knows, certainly not me. :o
by wonderdog
Thu Dec 26, 2013 5:38 pm
Forum: Audio, Electronics, Electrical
Topic: 2004 vibe radio/security light
Replies: 5
Views: 1466

Re: 2004 vibe radio/security light

Don't lose your password! I checked again after removing the radio and CAREFULLY reinstalling. Very strange stuff going on. My radio worked more or less normally that morning (turn off car and security light on clock off) but the next day after doing some more work back to misbehaving, clock/radio s...
by wonderdog
Sun Oct 27, 2013 8:35 pm
Forum: Audio, Electronics, Electrical
Topic: 2004 vibe radio/security light
Replies: 5
Views: 1466

Re: 2004 vibe radio/security light

I'll do more checking but I don't think so.
by wonderdog
Mon Oct 14, 2013 8:39 pm
Forum: Audio, Electronics, Electrical
Topic: 2004 vibe radio/security light
Replies: 5
Views: 1466

Re: 2004 vibe radio/security light

I have 2 vibes, a 2004 and a 2009. The 2004 has the radio problem, it also seems to be draining the battery. It was sitting awhile waiting for parts. Don't understand this electrical problem at all.
by wonderdog
Sat Sep 14, 2013 5:01 pm
Forum: Audio, Electronics, Electrical
Topic: 2004 vibe radio/security light
Replies: 5
Views: 1466

2004 vibe radio/security light

I removed the radio looking for something and left it out for awhile. I replaced the radio but now it stays on when I turn the car off, also the security light doesn't turn on and blink. Does this have to be reset? Whatever happened my battery is rained overnight. Any suggestions?
by wonderdog
Sat Sep 07, 2013 1:07 pm
Forum: Audio, Electronics, Electrical
Topic: 2009 Radio Knob revisited
Replies: 23
Views: 8319

Re: 2009 Radio Knob revisited

I replaced mine, not to bad a job but come on why make it so difficult in the first place. Now if it were me and I never intended these knobs to be replacedI would have made them solid for an extra 2 cents. :cry:
by wonderdog
Sat Sep 07, 2013 12:12 pm
Forum: Audio, Electronics, Electrical
Topic: Air Bag Light
Replies: 2
Views: 866

Re: Air Bag Light

I have the same issue. 2009 vibe with intermittent air bag light that responds to steering wheel position consistently.I'm looking to replace the clock spring also and would welcome suggestions on sources including used. Thanks :cry:
by wonderdog
Sat Aug 24, 2013 6:05 pm
Forum: Problems & Warranty Issues
Topic: 2009 vibe airbag light on when headlights on
Replies: 0
Views: 744

2009 vibe airbag light on when headlights on

Very weird problem on my 2009 Vibe. I was trying to figure out why the airbag light would stay on. What I have is the airbag light goes through its regular cycle then turns off when the headlights are OFF after starting but when the headlights are ON or in AUTO the airbag light remains lit. Anyone e...
by wonderdog
Sat Aug 24, 2013 5:59 pm
Forum: Audio, Electronics, Electrical
Topic: Airbag light on when headlights on
Replies: 0
Views: 730

Airbag light on when headlights on

Very weird problem on my 2009 Vibe. I was trying to figure out why the airbag light would stay on. What I have is the airbag light goes through its regular cycle then turns off when the headlights are OFF after starting but when the headlights are ON or in AUTO the airbag light remains lit. Anyone e...
by wonderdog
Sat Aug 24, 2013 5:55 pm
Forum: Audio, Electronics, Electrical
Topic: Volume/Tune Knob Reinforcement + Repair Insert POLL!
Replies: 25
Views: 5663

Re: Volume/Tune Knob Reinforcement + Repair Insert POLL!

Having just replaced my radio knobs (both!) I want to thank gmwrench and others for the advise. I thought about modifying them by cutting the flared base off but decided to give them one last chance. Its odd that the metal inner piece wasn't glued to the plastic shaft, seems to me that even if the p...
by wonderdog
Sat Aug 24, 2013 5:24 pm
Forum: Interior
Topic: Center console removal/handbrake adjustment (2009)
Replies: 13
Views: 6537

Re: Center console removal/handbrake adjustment (2009)

BLINDMAN is wrong or blind... 2009 vibe center console has two (2) 10mm nuts in deep-well under velvet liner. It also has two (2) Phillips screws located behind lighter/power plug. To get at brake you may not need to remove the entire console but it will give you more room. To remove console you wil...
by wonderdog
Sat Aug 24, 2013 5:18 pm
Forum: Interior
Topic: Center console removal/handbrake adjustment (2009)
Replies: 13
Views: 6537

Re: Center console removal/handbrake adjustment (2009)

DO NOT FOLLOW THE POST THAT SAYS THE CONSOLE PULLS RIGHT OUT AFTER REMOVING THE BOLTS THEY ARE WRONG!!! :(