Do not loosen the center hub nut. Keep trying. You must have a lot of rust around the center hub. It is supposed to just pull off (after you remove the caliper).

BlueCrush and Melders - thank you very much for the information and warm welcome!Now I can change the battery without any surprises afterwards. From what I have read in the discussion forums, GenVibe is a great website with a lot of valuable information from many knowledgeable members.Thanks again!

I just purchased a 2003 Vibe and have a question about the stereo's TheftLock. My car appears to have it. It has the blinking red light and stickers on the windows indicating that it has it. I want to change the battery and I am worried that the Theftlock will be activated. I did a search on this we...