I found the Ignition Pin by turning the key on, and probing all of the sockets in the OEM connector until I found one with 12 Volts. Then I turned the key off, and verified the voltage went away. I had to remove the pin with the Red wire from the Metra connector, but I broke the pin in the process. ...

I took the RED wire (12 volts Switched Power) at pin#1 connection in the Metra connection and relocated to match up with Pin #13 of the X1 connection of the OEM connector plug. (the ignition voltage) The Metra connector plug has a white plastic "locking pin" running through the case, if y...

I have an 2009 Vibe, and the Volume Control is bad. I plan to replace the unit with an aftermarket unit. I tried to remove the factory unit, but cannot disconnect the antenna from the back. I don't want to pull too hard, and break something. Is the antenna connection just tight, or is there somethin...

2009 Pontiac Vibe 2wd 2.4L I want to make my Cigarette Lighter outlet 'Always On', so I can use it to charge my USB devices with an USB adapter. I have several questions. 1. How do I remove the outlet from the console to get to the wires? I removed the radio & shifter bezels, but can't get the b...

2009 Pontiac Vibe 2wd 2.4L I want to make my Cigarette Lighter outlet 'Always On', so I can use it to charge my USB devices with an USB adapter. I have several questions. 1. How do I remove the outlet from the console to get to the wires? I removed the radio & shifter bezels, but can't get the b...

I need to supply a 12 Volt Always 'ON' power source to charge devices while my 2009 Pontiac Vibe is parked.The 12 Volt Recepticle in my 2009 Vibe is 'OFF' when the Ignition Switch is off.How can I supply a 12 Volt power source to my devices when the Ignition switch is off?Can the existing recepticle...