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In addition to never filling the tank past the first click, my mechanic also suggested skipping the underbody wash option at the automatic car wash. Just to clarify, the prices that were being quoted from the OP was due to higher prices in Canada. I bought the canister from Amazon for less than $15...

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In addition to never filling the tank past the first click, my mechanic also suggested skipping the underbody wash option at the automatic car wash. Just to clarify, the prices that were being quoted from the OP was due to higher prices in Canada. I bought the canister from Amazon for less than $150...

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Received my recall notice today regarding the spiral cable today. Notice says I will be notified when parts are available.

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As far as urgency, I would place it at pretty low. You will notice very little difference in performance. The only real urgency is dependent on how much the CEL bothers you and whether you have to pass an emissions test anytime soon.

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I threw the same codes on my 2010 Vibe. Spent a fair amount of time researching the issue and it's likely water/gasoline in the charcoal canister. Second most likely reason is the vapor canister purge valve is plugged or broken. Cheapest place I found the canister was on Amazon. Right now the AC Del...

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I believe it's usually done between 5 to 8 hours after the vehicle was last run. My vibe was continually throwing an CEL with an EVAP code from the emissions test. It would never throw the code during the day since I would go out for lunch (usually around 4 hours after last use), but if the car sat ...

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Toyota engine and Toyota Matrix manual specifies 5w20. GM for whatever reason chose to specify 5w30. Bottom line is if Toyota is specifying 5w20 I wouldn't have any problems in putting in 5w20, but put in 5w30 if it makes you feel comfortable.

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Same thing happened to my radio. Eventually, the whole display went dark. I asked the same question and was told there is nothing you can do except replace the radio.

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Just did the install on my 2010 base Vibe. Very simple. Below is the parts list from when I ordered the parts from gmpartscenter.net where the parts cost me about $89 delivered. The Steering Wheel Plug (Trim Piece with pre-cut hole for Cruise stalk) I think can be bought from Toyota for probably abo...

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My 2010 Vibe threw the same codes P043E, P2419, P2402, P2401, P043F. Did a little research and the charcoal canister seemed to be the most likely suspect with probably water or gas in the canister. Did a little more research and found that my issue of occasional problems fueling my Vibe where the st...

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Lightning Deal Price is $124.99 and they are going quick
http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B000AA ... 1416111582

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If anyone's in the market for the Scangauge II, Amazon will have it on sale as a "lightning deal" starting at 12:00 Eastern. Around this time last year they did something similar and it was selling between $120 and $130. So I would assume their price will be something similar this year, wh...

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The best used vehicles for under $20,000 per Consumer Reports April 2011 issue has all model years of the Vibe listed as recommendations. Not very many models make the cut for the consumer reports recommendation but the Vibe comes through with flying colors http://www.consumerreports.org...x.htm$4,0...

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Article about the results from the governments investigationhttp://finance.yahoo.com/news/...l?x=0Quote from article"We enlisted the best and brightest engineers to study Toyota's electronics systems and the verdict is in. There is no electronic-based cause for unintended acceleration in Toyota...

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Good guess, but that isn't correct.Another quote from the same movie"You stink. You smell like beef and cheese! You don't smell like Santa."

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Have you seen these toilets? They're GINORMOUS!

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My vibe was turning over a little harder the past week, I finally checked the water levels in the battery and they were very low. Hopefully this battery gets me through the winter.

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I finally got around to doing a full grille block on my 2010 Vibe. Used a foam exercise mat. It took awhile to cut out all those stupid hexagons. I only have about a 4 mile commute so I'm not worried about overheating during the summer and winter will be here soon.

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Just filled up and got my personal best of 47.5 mpg. I know there's a chance that the pump may have turned off earlier then normal, but my scangauge has been running pretty accurate and it was showing 46.1 which still would've been my personal best.I'm following a lot of hypermiling tips. This past ...

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I think it changed with the 2009-10 models. I have a 2007 vibe that has max 44 psi and a 2010 vibe with max of 51 psi

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Quote, originally posted by PHXLavaVibe Â»Quote: "I'm sorry! Did I break your concentration?"Pulp FictionQuote: "I don't know what you're looking for,but it's a little to the right."

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Over 15 years ago a friend of mine gave me this advice right before I got married.Each morning when you wake up, snuggle up close to your wife, softly stroke her cheek, gently run your fingers through her hair, and finally whisper in her ear "I'm sorry for whatever I'm going to do today that is...

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How did you get the 20oz bottles for that price?

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Quote, originally posted by ab2cmiller Â»I checked with the Ziebart in Fort Wayne and he said he could do 35 on the front and 20 in the back although from what I can tell the law for the back is also 30 in Indiana. Those two levels were the only ones that he offered, so I don't think they do 30.Out ...

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I checked with the Ziebart in Fort Wayne and he said he could do 35 on the front and 20 in the back although from what I can tell the law for the back is also 30 in Indiana. Those two levels were the only ones that he offered, so I don't think they do 30.Anyhow, he said he had a special right now an...

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Buy one ($7.99) get one free at Advance Auto Parts good through March 31st http://shop.advanceautoparts.c...C____

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Interesting article about complaints of sudden acceleration AFTER people had recall work performed.Toyota's fix is a bust, owners claimNew complaints allege sudden acceleration and other problems after recall work. http://www.latimes.com/busines...k=rssI guess I'm to the point where I am not convinc...

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Thanks for the info. I was wondering what GM was going to do about this.

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Quote, originally posted by SinisterMind Â»There is thread in Edmunds' forum about issues with the 5speed on the Matrix. I didn't read it because I didn't own a manual Vibe.http://townhall-talk.edmunds.c...d9b0eI read through the postings that were made in that forum over the last year and there doe...

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I live in Fort Wayne. One thing you will hear over and over from those that live here is "It's a great place to raise a family". Fort Wayne is large enough that there is plenty of things to do (shopping, sporting events, attractions, etc.) but it still has that small town feel to it.Shoppi...

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Up to 7th

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I would like to echo everything that safooma said.I would have to say that I was a little reluctant to try FAS at first. But once you try it a few times, you obtain a comfort level knowing how your car will react. For those of you who have a stick and are curious enough to try a FAS, go to an empty ...

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Quote, originally posted by Burns1210 Â»If the owner's manual says the car can be towed flat, then what's the harm? I don't know what the Vibe says though, haven't checked.You are correct. If the manual says it can be towed flat, then it should be ok.My 2007 Vibe Auto cannot be towed flat. I'm assum...

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Daox,It looks like you almost made it to 50 mpg on your last tank. Any new mod's or techniques you are implementing or are you simply perfecting exisiting techniques?

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Please do not try engine off coasting in an Automatic. Even if you shift into neutral, you run a great risk of screwing up your transmission.This is the quote from the 101 mileage tips from the link posted earlier in the thread."Also, most vehicles with automatic transmissions are not designed ...

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Amazon fluctuates their prices all the time. I'm guessing they lowered their price to relieve some inventory and bumped it back up the next day. I didn't figure that they would leave the price at 139.99 very long. I doubt very much it was a typo

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I've been wanting to purchase a Scangauge for some time, but never could pull the trigger. Well, today Amazon has the Scangauge for 139.99 shipped. Best price I've ever seen, including group buys.Link to Amazonhttp://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B000AAMY86 Link to discussion on slickdealshttp://forums....

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I purchased my Vibe about a month ago and appeared to have settled in around 34 to 35 mpg.You can click on the gassavers.org image in my signature and you can follow the link to my mileage logs.I agree with zionzr2. It's a pretty neat site, especially for those looking for ideas to increase fuel eff...

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Any progress updates Daox?

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See Buckwheat Live? OOOOTAAAAYYY!

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I didn't see anything that matched up .... but that Christopher Cross concert sounds hot...... sailing takes me away .........

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See Sesame St. Live ..... wooo hooo ... you go boy.

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ZubenElGenubi,I saw your Graph from data using the ScanGaugeII. How do you like it? Is the ScanGaugeII worth the $170? Can you please give any additional information that might help me decide wether to purchase this product.Thanks

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Long article but pretty entertaining. Talks about people (hypermilers) who go to extremes to get better mpg. Here's a small excerpt.Drafting 18-wheelers with the engine off, taking death turns at 52 miles an hour, and other lessons learned while riding shotgun with the king of the hypermilers Here's...

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Quote, originally posted by jake75 Â»These things vary by location but there are usually items on the invoice (that the dealer has to pay) that you don't see on KBB or Edmunds. On my 2001 PT cruiser the invoice included--Advertising fee $415-Gasoline $18 -Recall notice fee $20-Administration fee $60...

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Holy Crap Jim. That's an even better deal then mine. NICE!!!!

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I pay the balance off each month on my card. I'm not sure if I will continue to use the GM card in the future. Even though I got a good deal this time, it was only because of a "perfect storm" of circumstances. I may just look to buy used next time.Anyone have any thoughts on the GM card???

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As of today, I am a Newbie. I just bought my Vibe and I'm so excited to not only have a new Vibe but I'm just as excited about the deal I got.The dealer sold it to me for $50 under invoice less the $2,000 regular rebate and less my $3,500 GM Card Rebate. That means I paid $12,270 plus tax for a vehi...

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