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Pretty self explanatory

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Quote, originally posted by 09vGT Â»I have, but my stupid self put it on with some type of detailer that came with the kit. Of course it had a waxy residue. Do I use water with it or what? As far as I know, you use the spray that comes with the bar. For hardwater I imagine CLR would take care of tha...

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Quote, originally posted by 09vGT Â»Is there ANY way to remove carwash wax from the windows. I've tried about everything, even fingernail polish remover. Also, talking of cleaning the windows, is there a way to remove hard water stains from the windows. Mine are covered in them. Simple window cleane...

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I've a question regarding upholstry. My front seats are pretty dirty and I can't seem to get them clean. Mostly grime from work and stupid me spilled coffee on it once, and now theres spots I can't get out. I've tried Turtle wax upholstry cleaner but It does nothing. It's the can with the brush on i...

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After paying more attention to the area you mentioned, I think it may indeed be that valve. I can here it modulate when I use a stethoscope and it makes a sound quite similar to what I here. It does come and go with different RPM. This is not something that was always there. I've owned the car since...

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I'm unable to locate the sound as it's something I really only here when the car is cold and moving. It is a tick but a very fast tick. It really does sound like an electrical arc. Is the VSV filter the VVTi thing I've seen mentioned here or is that something different? Is the VSV something that is ...

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Goes away once temp comes up. ABout 10 mins. Sound is always there but very faint under relatively hard acceleration but always there when cold and under any kind of acceleration. Happens when car is in gear (auto). Cant duplicate it with a brake stand, but I can duplicate it when in neutral and I s...

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I've been chasing this damn ping for a very long time and it's really getting to me. I've changed the belt and tensioner pulley. The damper is fine. The car pings when the engine is cold. It's nothing I've heard before on any car. It sounds a little like detonation, but I'm sure it's not. I get no c...

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I need to change my rear bearings. The parts stores only have listings for FWD ABS and NON-ABS. There is no actual listing for AWD. Are the FWD rear bearings with ABS the same for both Vibes

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It was doing this when I had the snow tires on so its not a tire issue thats for sure. Before I changed the bearings it was a real loud an low growl sound, almost like hockey cards in bicycle spokes lol. It does this in neutral and it follows speed i.e it gets louder the faster I go. Its quieter wit...

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I have a 2003 AWD Vibe. I just changed both front end bearings due to a growling noise thats reminiscent of a bearing failure. Anyway the growl is still there, it's not quite as pronounced as it was but it's still there and very easy to here. Any idea as to what else may be causing this? Could it be...

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Are relays really required for the door lock and unlock triggers? I've tied in to the wiring in the kick panel and there working fine. The wires in the kick must be dealing with the doors via a factory relay as it is. Are they not just trigger wires as well?

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I've just installed a Prostart starter kit and it has the option of using a kill through a relay. Well I have the relay however I have no idea where the start wires that need to be cut and hooked up to the relay are. The manual is amongst the worst I've ever seen. Do any of you know what wires are r...

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Just as the topic title says, wondering if theres a sub in the '03

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On another note, I think I'm going to call GM's head office and file a complaint. I can't believe the dealership does not know what Type IV is? Had I not used this site or had the fore thought to investigate a little further, I would have used the Dexron 4. Thankfully the sticker on the dipstick put...

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All that being said, I agree with all of you about the Toyota fluid. Now, is Type IV different than +4, which there is a fluid at the parts store that lists a compatible +4 fluid that meets GM requirements, but I'm not sure if that includes the Vibe

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Just ordered four to replace the crappy blown factory ones. Just wondering how they perform with the factory moon & tunes setup. They are 2 Ohm as well.

jetmech727

I've an 03 AWD. I need some trans fluid so I called GM. They have no idea what the hell Type IV is, and said they list Dexron 4 as the proper fluid. Can you guys confirm this?

jetmech727

Well I found out the rear 5.25 speakers in my 6 CD factory unit were blown. I went and replaced them with 4 Ohm 6.5 inch units. I'm none to impressed by them. There not near loud enough, probably because there 4 ohm instead of the factory 2 ohm. I also just found out that the right front is blown as...

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There blown....dammit.

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I Have an '03 with the 6 CD changer. I just noticed that I have no base response from the rear at all. Sounds tinny. Both sides. Does not sound blown. I just put in an FM modulator but I'm pretty sure this problem was there before I removed the HU. I noticed something did not sound right yesterday, ...

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I can control my level as well, but the volume is quite low compared to regular FM, and theres a lot of static as well using the wireless version that came with the Sirius

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Does the Modulator help in volume levels as well?

jetmech727

You've made a good point there. No matter what it comes down to FM either way. All I know is right now it really sounds awfull

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It's a huge problem. Theres like two sations and there not that great. The Sirius unit uses the ant out connector correct? The Scoche uses the audio out I'm guessing? I really dont want to change my head unit as it is a 6 CD unit. If the Scoche will sound even that much better than the Sirius I woul...

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Thanks for the input. Is the Modulator far supperior to the regular ant connection? Mine sounds like bad AM right now

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I have a Sirius Sat and it sounds like hell using he FM ant setup I'd like to go with a Modulator. I found this one http://www.futureshop.ca/catal...23647#I found this as well: http://www.bestbuy.ca/catalog/...24923#What would you reccomend and why?Thanks

jetmech727

Just wanted to know if there is an AUX port on the back of the stock 6 pack CD changer style radio. Seeing as there is an AUX/ CD button.Thanks

jetmech727

Thanks for the help. When I said after the rad, I meant after the fluid had gone through the rad. My mistake on that one. One final question: Do these coolers have a top and bottom to them? Can they be positioned with the ports facing down? Just wanted to keep the hose's short.Thanks again.

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I have an '03 Vibe AWD. I'm going to be doing some towing with it to a max weight of about 900 Lbs. I just went out and purchased a Mr. Transmission Stacked Plate Design cooler. It's there mid-size unit that measures some 7 1/4" X 11" X 3/4" and is rated to 18'000 Lbs. Just wondering ...

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Just so I'm on the same page here, these coolers hook up after the radiator, so the radiators cooling is still in use? This is my first cooler so I just want to be clear on them. The cooler is supplemental cooling, correct? It's not meant to replace the original cooling?Thanks

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Is 1500 Lbs the actual weight of the trailer including the load? Is this a seperate weight limit in addition to what can be carried inside the vehical? i.e people, I get a little confused with the whole tongue vs trailer weight.

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I have an '03 AWD. I'd like to get a small utility trailer for it. Does anyone know what the limitations for the Vibe are regarding trialers?Thanks

jetmech727

DavidPIL, thats kind of what they sound like, only it never goes away.

jetmech727

It's simple to reproduce. I just need to hit the brakes. If I'm slowing down very gradually from say highway speeds, just lightly depressing the pedal to maybe a 1/4 way down, theres no problem. If I push a little harder, so stopping with more power but by no means a panic stop, the rumble starts. I...

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Well maybe warped is the wrong word. I'm not getting the typical pulsing pedal or shaking steering wheel. Theres just a very loud pulsing growl thats comng from both fronts. It stops dead straight. But it occurs litterally after One to Two applications of the brakes. And I'm not jumping on them by a...

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Hello,This is my first post on here so nice to meet you all.Anyway, just wondering if any of you are having trouble with your front brakes. I'm at 36'000 Kms and I'm on my 3rd set of rotors. After there changed, all it takes is one stop coming off the highway and there warped instantly. I'm not talk...

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Re: If you have detailing questions, feel free to ask me! (09vGT)

Re: If you have detailing questions, feel free to ask me! (09vGT)

Re: If you have detailing questions, feel free to ask me! (blackphoenix)

Re: (jetmech727)

Very strange pinging sound

Are rear wheel bearings same for FWD & AWD?

Front end growl, not bearings.

Do I really need relays for the door lock triggers? (auto starter)

Where are the wires for a starter kill?

Does '03 M&T have a sub?

Anyone have Infinity Refference as M&T replacement speakers?

Is type IV the same as Dexron 4?

Stock speaker replacement advice please

Re: Help with factory stereo. Rear speaker trouble (jetmech727)

Help with factory stereo. Rear speaker trouble

Re: (kunkstyle)

What FM Modulator do you recomend

Stock Radio question about the Aux CD button

Re: Need help installing tranny cooler ASAP! (BlueCrush)

Transmission cooler advice please

Re: Need help installing tranny cooler ASAP! (damronjr)

Re: Looking for some info on Trailer towing (djb383)

Looking for some info on Trailer towing

Re: 2003 Serious Brake issues (DavidPIL)

Re: 2003 Serious Brake issues (Mavrik)

Re: 2003 Serious Brake issues (joatmon)

2003 Serious Brake issues