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What a pain!Very carefully pried and pulled, wiggled and giggled. Finally got one to pop off. So started in on the other side. Got it lose. But cracker the stand that holds the clip. I little JB weld seems to be holding that just fine. But I am gonna grab extras net time I'm at the u-pull it yard.

GOF

Thanks. Going to attempt it tomorrow.
I'll let you know what happens.

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How the heck do you get them off?!

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Today's trip was for a blower motor and the connector for it. Wife said the A/C wasn't working. Turns out it was. But the blower wasn't. Not sure why, but the connector was burnt. Going with the theory that the motor must be drawing to much power. Parts $15.

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Not often that I see a vibe or matrix in this yard. But there are two now. One with some significant front end damage. Just chased down a blower motor issue on ours. Seems the connector at the motor is burnt. Time for another run to the bone yard! I'll replace the blower motor as well as the connect...

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Two Vibes in the local U-Pull-It junk yard. Got me a front fender flair and roof rack cross bars for $13.32

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So today I rotated the tires, painted the steel wheels, and installed some cheap black wheel covers. Nothing special. But I think it looks better.

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Usually when a section of the radiator is clogged you'll see cool spots. This is caused by the hot coolant NOT circulating through blocked tubes.

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Hi Mike,

Did they say why the radiator should be replaced? Is it leaking, corroded, plugged? Some other issue?
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Wow! That's an odd one. Thanks for updating the thread.

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Let us know how it goes.

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Best to hook up the cables and let the battery charge for a bit. Then start the car. Not a fan of leaving the cables hooked up after the car has started.

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I wouldn't replace the seals.
http://www.ebay.com/itm/New-Power-Steer ... 9a&vxp=mtr

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Do keep in mind that charging problems can have a detrimental effect on a battery. It is possible that the battery can be going bad in addition to a failure of the alternator. But the CCA (cold cranking amps) only comes into direct play when starting. The lower CCA wouldn't really be a problem while...

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Yeah, What he said.
New seal and check for bearing play.

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I would be willing to bet that the alternator was the issue. I wouldn't bet the a case of beer, but would certainly risk a six pack. There is a small chance that the battery could have shorted internally and dragged the whole system down. But that is unlikely. I would expect the battery to burn itse...

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Take it to a muffler shop. They usually have ways to fix things like that. Usually something like this.

http://www.ebay.com/itm/2-1-8-Exhaust-R ... 1312062179

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Not sure what it would cost. But Buffalo isn't that far from you. I'm sure it would be cheaper here.

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Oh crap! Is that all?

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I once owned a 1975 Chevy Suburban. Had just short of 200k on the clock when I acquired it. At 425k miles I had to let go. The rot had gotten to the point where hitting a pothole opened the back door. I loved that truck! But there comes a point where you just have to say goodbye. It is sad, but true...

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So I went and checked this out today. Seems that the regulator is mangled. Twisted like a pretzel. I guess that's what happens when you keep trying to force a frozen window to open.

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Host them someplace like Photobucket. Then copy the link and paste it between the Img tags.

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Any sounds with this? It almost sounds like a wheel bearing. Heats up at highway speed causing the vibration.

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Thanks guys. Things to check before I order anything.

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Wow! That could have been tragic indeed! I would consider parking outside for a while. Just to be sure. And contact the manufacturer. Perhaps report it to the CPSC or maybe the NHTSA?

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Just got a call from my wife's brother. Nice guy. But mechanically dangerous to himself and others. So he tells me that his wife's 2003 Vibe has a problem with the drivers door window. Says it is "off the track". Not having had one of these apart I want to say it needs a regulator. So my q...

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Thank you.

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Is there a diagram that shows what wire on the factory harness to power up with the power antenna wire?

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I wonder what condition the belt and tensioner are in.

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Do you know the manufacturer? Check their website for the diagram.

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Pay close attention to power steering components. I have seen this when ps quit. The sudden lose of steering assist makes it seem like the steering locked.

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I have always, well since they started using these sealed rollers, replaced the bearings in pairs. If one is bad the other side is likely close.

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Today I got around to installing the remote start. With the information here and a bit of prior experience it wasn't too bad. Finding a pinout of the ecm would have been helpful. Bu I pushed on and got it done.

Yesterday I put on front brakes. Drilled rotors and ceramic pads from ebay.

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They thread into the bracket, not the knuckle. Take a bracket with you to the hardware store. Measure the thickness of the knuckle and add that to a bolt length.

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Nasmfell wrote:
gtv237 wrote:
Nasmfell wrote:Maybe be better to rent a car or Suv
No way.

Well it would save wear and tear on your Vibe

Sure. But he will probably have to sell the Vibe to pay for the rental.

GOF

A helpful link to see if your car has been recalled and if the repair has been made.

https://vinrcl.safercar.gov/vin/

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Try driving a cube van for a few years. This thing is like driving a fishbowl compared to that.

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Do you have a welding specialty shop in town? It can be done. But it takes someone who knows what he is doing.

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Someone just posted a link to this thread elsewhere.

Man, I gotta ask. How the HELL did the previous owner get it that dirty?

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The local detail shop wants $50 to shampoo the carpets and seats. I'm gonna let them do it. I have better ways to spend an afternoon.

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My wife's new to us 2008 base suffers the same mess. Asked why they wanted to get rid of the Vibe the answer was "We are expecting again. No place for the third car seat."

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Did you return to the car wash? If it left the car there they may still have it. You could try complaining about the damage to your car. But not sure how much luck you'll have.

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I have, somewhere around here, a straight spark plug boot stuck to the end of a longer bolt. It has the flexibility to start plugs in tough to reach places while still being able to slip on the plug if you didn't get it started right. No cross threading. Just a simple silly home made rig that I got ...

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gtv237 wrote:
GOF wrote:3:24pm. Usually on a Thursday.
You mean you have to change oil?

Have to? I just do it to get away from the wife for half an hour.

GOF · Re: When do you change your Vibes oil? 3:24pm. Usually on a Thursday.

3:24pm. Usually on a Thursday.

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Sorry. I am not well versed in sunroofs. I would look at the linkages that operate the deflector. If you can't find anything loose perhaps a small piece of stick on weatherstrip placed strategically so that the deflector rests against it?

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Have you pulled relays to see if any of them are welded shut?

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It isn't hard. Just print the instructions and have a seat. No need to rush. Take it one step at a time and it goes quick.

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Look for car audio shops in your area.

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