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by ebiv2003
Sun Sep 22, 2019 4:40 pm
Forum: Maintenance Bay
Topic: moonroof weatherstrip replace
Replies: 2
Views: 1700

moonroof weatherstrip replace

2003 vibe over 200k miles mostly stored outside. I know moonroof has drain tube system because seal concept is flawed but watching the leak rate with garden hose makes me wonder if a replacement weatherstrip might improve matters? my seal shows no damage but wonder if UV exposure over years could ha...
by ebiv2003
Sat Apr 06, 2013 11:54 am
Forum: Engine & Transmission
Topic: auto transmission leak mystery
Replies: 5
Views: 1482

auto transmission leak mystery

2003 FWD auto tranny, 148,000 miles, tranny fuild changed at 100k couple weeks ago rough shifting noticed, check dipstik low fluid, add two quarts, shifting improves but after few days fluid level dropping again, do usual cardboard under car drip leak test and visual inspection. no leak detected. Ta...
by ebiv2003
Wed Oct 08, 2008 9:37 am
Forum: Maintenance Bay
Topic: Front End Alignment
Replies: 9
Views: 4060

Re: Front End Alignment (CoolBunny)

i agree fully with CB here, watch the tire wear very carefully. i had costco rotate and balance my tires after about half wear and they strongly suggested an alignment (they do not do them), i kinda lost track of their suggestion partly because the car still tracked fine, but then next rotate the we...
by ebiv2003
Wed Oct 08, 2008 9:24 am
Forum: Problems & Warranty Issues
Topic: check engine light P0302 code
Replies: 5
Views: 3368

Re: check engine light P0302 code (Rator)

yes i solved my problem after some time, i had previously tried several majjor brand injector cleaners to add to gas tank with no luck. doing research i found the npr car talk guys specifically recommended two brands as being superior for this cleaning, one being TECHRON. got this brand from auto pa...
by ebiv2003
Mon Jun 30, 2008 12:11 pm
Forum: Maintenance Bay
Topic: EZ Chill Air Conditioner Recharge Kit
Replies: 11
Views: 19064

Re: EZ Chill Air Conditioner Recharge Kit (BluVibe03)

time has passed on this thread but it was only talk about ac recharge, well i just did the ez=chill on my 2003 just like above, being carefull to stay below the yellow pressure caution band, thought i was done and next thing the pressure is up in yellow and then into red, with compresssor cycling on...
by ebiv2003
Sat Mar 01, 2008 9:42 am
Forum: Problems & Warranty Issues
Topic: check engine light P0302 code
Replies: 5
Views: 3368

check engine light P0302 code

2003 vibe 80k miles, runs great no misfire or performance symptoms. yet have had chek light for thousands of miles, do code interorgate always same number 2 misfire. reset code and fairly soon returns to chek engine again. tried all new plugs and swapping cyl 1 & 2 IGNITORS. Dealer suggested som...
by ebiv2003
Thu Jul 13, 2006 1:54 pm
Forum: Audio, Electronics, Electrical
Topic: radio lights
Replies: 11
Views: 2820

Re: radio lights (RationPack)

thanks to everyone for contributing to my post, I will start by scavanging GMJAP's old radio and also look thru some local lamp resources for possible close subs. I will report back when i get some results.
by ebiv2003
Mon Jul 10, 2006 10:49 am
Forum: Audio, Electronics, Electrical
Topic: radio lights
Replies: 11
Views: 2820

radio lights

this is regarding 2003 radio single cd player, likely applies to other years as well. almost all the panel backlights have stopped working. i have read all the previous discussions and hope maybe someone by now has made some progress on fixing this issue. yes this fix requires precise radio surgery ...