Wasn't sure where to put this. But, if you've ever seen the annual Alaskan 4th of July car launch, it's about as 'Merica as one can get. Anyways, was watching 1320's vid of this years event, and spotted what I'm fairly certain is a 1st gen Matrix. If you don't want to watch the full 22 minute video...

UPDATE:
I had to drill out the first 5mm bolt, do a clean out, and replace with a 100a I grabbed from junkyard and definitely made sure not to over tighten both bolts!!
Thanks for ALLL the feedbacks! Much appreciated!
Now onward to my next problem….

Turn your head to view… very awkward position lol
Pink fuses =30A
Green fuse =40a

I really appreciate your help today joatmon!! I didn’t see them when I was last under there changing the mini fuses lol! ONE thing I noticed….that the fuses weren’t in the same order as shown in the diagram. ( see pics below) Not sure but—- I put the new 30a’s back the way I pulled them out. The 40a...

Thanks you so much joatmon for the diagrams heading outside to see if I can find it... keep you posted!!

Thanks new member for replying back! Apologies I proofread my messages and check for clarity and errs just to make sure one could follow along..anywho UPDATE: I went to local pullapart and grabbed 100A fuse 5mm bolt and starter relay ... My car is now drivable (removed) still NO POWER WINDOWS AND NO...

GREAT you got your car fixed!! You and your daughter BE safe and enjoy!

blitzjon thanks for the info! I went back with the same bolts and made sure I hooked the ring. if I ever have to go back in there I’ll be sure to use bolts that’s easier! I went to PULLAPART and picked up the 5m bolt and starter relays switch and 100A fuse. I put everything back together and my powe...

Thanks for reaching out! I’ve had her for 5 years now and I’ve driven her originally from MN to GA back to MN and now she’s here in GA/SC. This is my first time having to spend money for a starter, 100A fuse, and starter relay switch plus mini fuses. I’m on second battery and the first one I had it ...

Roll call I’m here! GA
You still got that VIBE??

I must be the only one in this region still driving a VIBE! Haa

Hello there Last June 2023 my 2003 Vibe had a NO CRANK NO START power windows down! So I went under hood checked fuses replaced all the mini fuses, 30s 40s and low and behold seen that 100a and snatched it out! Found out after the fact two bolts holds it in! Went on YouTube found out how to really r...

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Hello there Hello there Last June 2023 my 2003 Vibe had a NO CRANK NO START power windows down! So I went under hood checked fuses replaced all the mini fuses, 30s 40s and low and behold seen that 100a and snatched it out! Found out after the fact two bolts holds it in! Went on YouTube found out how...