FlyHappy, your story got me energized (heh) to try a few diagnostics tonight! What a great tale. Glad you got things working! So on my 06 base: with the engine off, no key in the ignition, I tried rotating the plate at the end of the AC clutch. It does not move at all. I tried pulling the relay (und...

Thanks so much KingKrab! Great advice here. I'm moving this weekend, gonna try knocking out a speaker upgrade this morning while I'm still close to my dad's shop space. The AC is on my list along with spark plugs...will hopefully find some time in a weekend or two. Full-time work has got me slammed ...

Nice, thanks! I'll keep my eyes open...also I took a look at the site and found the likely part: https://parts.conicellitoyotaofconshohocken.com/oem-parts/toyota-lift-gate-bumper-6729312100?c=bD02Jm49U2VhcmNoIFJlc3VsdHM%3D But for some reason, shipping to Seattle starts at $231!!!! :o No clue why th...

Looking for the small black rubber nubs (about the size of a stack of 6 quarters) that help keep the lift gate isolated from the car body when closed. They are at the bottom of the gate. Mine have worn down (as well as the corresponding / mating surface on the body itself) and it makes the lift gate...

Awesome, thanks so much! Now, to find time in my schedule...

Ok, thanks! I understood most of that, lol. And can figure out the rest. I used to fix laundry machines for a living, which involved a lot of this sort of thing... So basically, as long as the parts are working and the refrigerant is charged & not leaking, I should be good to go? I think I need ...

Nice! I hope to follow your example what do you mostly use the car for?

It was a long search for the right hatchback for me...looked at plenty of Golfs, and a Kia Rio, but just didn't quite feel right. Hoping this is it! I'm already attached...

Howdy folks, I'm new here and excited about my Vibe! I paid $3500 the other week and took her home. Pics coming soon — the previous owner did not take great cosmetic care of the vehicle, but mechanically he was diligent. 153k miles. I'm hoping to get another 100k at least... I'm halfway through a st...

Hi folks, I just bought an '06 base Vibe and I'm stoked! It needs a bit of TLC, which I have been providing. On my list is fixing the A/C — the previous owner just did without for 8 years(!). I live in Seattle, so typically it's not necessary, but given the heat waves we've had recently, it may come...