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by stoolin
Wed Jul 24, 2024 4:39 am
Forum: The Vibe Lounge
Topic: AC line, what's this part called?
Replies: 3
Views: 3097

Re: AC line, what's this part called?

Fantastic thank you!
These Matrix parts are the same for the 2004 Vibe?
by stoolin
Mon Jul 22, 2024 9:39 pm
Forum: The Vibe Lounge
Topic: AC line, what's this part called?
Replies: 3
Views: 3097

AC line, what's this part called?

2004 Vibe 1.8 About a year ago my AC conked out and the estimate I got from the mechanic was $1500 and maybe it will work, no guarantees. I said no thank you. This past weekend a mechanic friend looked at the AC and said just for fun let's try add some r134a refrigerant. The pressure held until it d...
by stoolin
Sun Jun 11, 2023 6:15 am
Forum: The Vibe Lounge
Topic: 2009 VIbe 170km, worth it?
Replies: 3
Views: 1280

Re: 2009 VIbe 170km, worth it?

Thank you for the reply. Some things to think about!
by stoolin
Sat Jun 10, 2023 10:53 am
Forum: The Vibe Lounge
Topic: 2009 VIbe 170km, worth it?
Replies: 3
Views: 1280

2009 VIbe 170km, worth it?

Seller is asking for $5000 Canadian. About $3700US. I currently own a 2004 Vibe with 280Km. I've really loved this car. Mechanically has been great, no major repairs. AC died a few years ago so that never got fixed. My question, is the 2009 worth this? Do the 2009 models have any issues from earlier...
by stoolin
Sat Jul 09, 2022 12:03 pm
Forum: The Vibe Lounge
Topic: Help diagnose odd sound coming from the engine
Replies: 1
Views: 509

Help diagnose odd sound coming from the engine

I've got a 2004 Vibe 1.8 270,000 km I've recently developed an odd engine noise that I can't quite diagnose. The noise only shows up while driving and only begins with speeds over 20-25km. The best way to describe the noise is a whining sounds, like a vibrating tensioned rope and the faster the car ...