Thanks Keto, that worked perfectly, I didn't realize that they screwed on like that.As for the cross bars that run in the grooves, my 2004 came with them as well and the dealer put the utility rack and bike rack on over top of them. Maybe they got rid of them for 2005?thanks again.

Thanks Psycho but I actually meant the Utility bar which sits on top of the factory roof rack and allows you to mount a bike rack.I did a search and came up empty.Anyone?

Anyone ever removed a utility bar (roof rack) from a 2004 Vibe? I unlocked each end piece and removed it but after that, I'm stumped.I have a bike rack attached to it but I'd rather just take both pieces off at the same time and store them until spring.thanks,K