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Maybe this thread with help:

http://www.toyotanation.com/forum/326-1 ... doors.html" onclick="window.open(this.href);return false;

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The cap for the rear wiper went missing on my 09 Vibe. I was getting my oil changed at the local Toyota dealer and decided to order one for a 09 Matrix. Guess what? It fits.

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Here is the before: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EVC3KrcI-G0" onclick="window.open(this.href);return false;

Here is the after: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-YwCFlOkQoU" onclick="window.open(this.href);return false;

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I was installing my winter wheels today (09 Vibe Base) and decided to have a look under the fender liner. The only wires I could see where the ABS sensor wire and the hood release cable.

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Here is the before: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EVC3KrcI-G0" onclick="window.open(this.href);return false;

Here is the after: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-YwCFlOkQoU" onclick="window.open(this.href);return false;

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Aftermarket horns installed today. I like the tone of this horn much better. It is hard to tell but I'd say it is at least twice as loud. I bought it on eBay for about $80 with the wiring harness. The install was pretty straight forward. The oem wire uses a blase connector so I can easily revert bac...

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I have been thinking of installing heated mirrors in the Vibe. Apparently this was an option on the Matrix. Does anyone know if the mirrors are interchangeable on our vehicles? I'd rather replace the whole mirror assembly than take it apart and glue on an element. Amazon does not think it would fit ...

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I installed Camry lights on my 09 Vibe. They connected to wiring harness and to the bumper just fine. They don't fit 100% flush as the OEM Vibe fog lights though. There is a tiny gap between the glass and bumper. I'd say they are a 95% fit.

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Good tip! I bough a used a multifunction switch (for fog lights) and intermittent wiper switch from an 08 Prius for my 09 Vibe. They both work perfectly.

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I bought a set up from ProClip USA. I should have bought this a long time ago. The fit and quality are very good.

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I replaced the rotors and pads last weekend. I bought them locally since shipping to Canada and paying duty would probably end up costing the same. I ended up paying about $525 with taxes. Front disc: 43512-02240 $79.95 each (you need 2) Rear disc: 42431-02200 $79.95 each (you need 2) Front pads: 04...

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I bought mine at the local dealer:
88975659 left outer cover list price 24.97
88975660 right outer cover list price 24.97

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Here is what I posted in the other thread: Disconnect battery pop the top and bottom covers off Remove a couple of screws from behind which attach to the air bag Pull the air bag (unplug the wires) Make a scribe mark so the steering wheel in correct placement Remove bolt or nut I wiggled the steerin...

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Great looking Vibe and thanks for sharing!

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I bought the flexible chin spoiler from this Ebay seller: comtechknowledgies It was round $35 and I think the quality is very good. Installation wasn't too hard but I needed a second set of hands. Getting the curves right was a little tricky. Pulling the steering wheel wasn't much trouble at all. If...

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More pics from the heated seat install:

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The heated seat kit was universal (eBay Seller: heatedseat). I'm pretty happy with the result. Here are some pics:

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Fog light kit was for an 07+ Camry (eBay Seller: meautopart). I did not use the the wiring harness, bezels, relay or switch that came with the kit. I bought a multifunction switch from a Prius and a used Toyota relay.

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Thanks! I picked up those wheels and tires on Kijij for $450. They were silver but I gave them a coat of grey. I also bought the center cap stickers on ebay. The remote start brand is Nordic. It was installed at Futureshop. I'm a little fuzzy on the details but I remember needing to purchase a bypas...

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Hello GenVibers, I've been creeping this forum for a couple of years and figured I should introduce myself. Back in November 2009 my wife and I traded our black 5-speed 2002 Mazda ProtÃ©gÃ© 5 for a white automatic 2009 Pontiac Vibe. I worked as a Toyota technician in 2007 so I was already quite fami...

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Not an exact answer to your question but I weighted one of my 16" steel wheels off my 09. It weighs 44 lbs w/studded winter tire installed. My aftermarket 17" alloy wheels weighs 40 lbs w/summer tire installed.

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You are in luck. I saw some posted today in Moncton.http://newbrunswick.kijiji.ca/...14062

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I installed Camry fog lights from eBay on my 09. I used one self-tapping screw to hold each fog light in place (not included with eBay kit). Attached is a picture showing the location. One of the mounting holes in the fog light lined up with the location shown in the image.

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I installed the ebay Camry fog lights lights. They fit but not exactly the same as the oem ones do. I doubt anyone would notice though. I tested them yet but they connect to the factory harness. I also bought a used relay for about $5 on ebay. I think my local Toyota dealer wanted around $75. It is ...

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Just to follow up. I ended up bringing my car to the dealer and they insisted that the door panel be repainted rather than replaced. I got tired of arguing with them and let them do it. I'm not sure what is better: the peeling paint or the fact that they painted the whole panel and now it looks diff...

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Does anyone know the reason why the 09/10 Vibe owners manuals say we need to change the oil every 8,000K or 3 months? I asked my local dealer and they told me that I only needed to change it when the light comes on. That answer made me feel better about getting my service done elsewhere. (On a side ...

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I stumbled across this today:http://www.nextgentuning.com/I....html

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I had PT cruiser factory alloys for winter rims on my 09 (before I sold them). The bolt pattern and tire size was the same but the hub is little bigger on the Vibe. Nothing that a set of hub centric rings wouldn't fix.

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What parts ended up being replaced? I have paint peeling on my driver's side panel. I'd like the dealer to replace it under the warranty but would like to go in with as much knowledge as possible. I don't have much faith in the dealer in Moncton, New Brunswick.

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They are a little on the expensive side but If don't mind the price, try proclipusa.com

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I am waiting until spring before to tackle this job. The round aftermarket light does not match up perfectly with the bezel but that doesn't mean it won't fit. I would love to see how the oem light fits insde the bezel.

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I used to own a Protege5, and I am certain it was a different bolt pattern than the Vibe. I would test fit those wheels before you buy them.http://www.vehicle-bolt-patter....htmlshows them as 5X114.3 not 5X100I agree that those wheels would look good on the Vibe.

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Hello all,My name is Jason and I live in New Brunswick. I actually joined almost a year ago when I bought my 09 white base vibe. I've been creeping on this forum ever since and thought it was about time I should introduce myself.So far I've put on a stubby antena (took it off my old car), tinted the...

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I also bought a fog light kit on ebay (bling lights) for about $80 CAN. I comes with everything: fog lights, bulbs, harness, relay, switch, fuse, etc. I'll take some proper pictures whenever I get around to installing them. Maybe I'll be able to use the factory wiring harness with aftermarket lights...

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I bought the bezels from a local GM dealership today for about $60 CAN.I used the part numbers found in this thread. 88975659 and 88975660.I have a attached a picture of them... it might be hard to see but they are very shiny.

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Could be pieces of the water pump impeller. I had an old ford Countour that was overheating and when I pulled the pump the impeller was almost decintegrated. Maybe just keep an eye on the temperature and see if it higher than normal.

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For $897 they must be giving you a harness for the entire car. I wonder if you could just use one of the ebay kits from blinglights since they come with wiring and lights. What do the bezels look like? Do you have to paint them?

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How much did the kit cost? Was the installation easy?

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