Hello New to the Vibe World

VibeAWD · Post by **VibeAWD** » Mon Apr 18, 2011 1:35 pm

Hi, I just bought my wife a nice used 2003 Vibe AWD for Daily Driving. Has right at 100k Blue with Nice After Market wheels. Everything works & rides Nice So far. I dont really know Very much about Vibes So im learning as we go along. My wife was driving a 2004 Mustang Convertable & she says she likes this little car better?? HAHA! Any info to check or watch for will be greatly appreciated! Thanks!

NascarXprt · Post by **NascarXprt** » Mon Apr 18, 2011 1:38 pm

Welcome! also be sure to post pics of your new to you Vibe! we here love them pics

star_deceiver · Post by **star_deceiver** » Mon Apr 18, 2011 1:49 pm

Welcome to GenVibe!!!

808 Vibes · Post by **808 Vibes** » Mon Apr 18, 2011 2:29 pm

Welcome and congrats...you got the BEST color!

Blanco_Diablo · Post by **Blanco_Diablo** » Mon Apr 18, 2011 2:48 pm

Welcome to the family!

CAMOGIRL · Post by **CAMOGIRL** » Mon Apr 18, 2011 10:17 pm

Welcome! Yeah, I can see how your wife would like her Vibe a little better ;P Really.

lovemyraffe · Post by **lovemyraffe** » Mon Apr 18, 2011 11:27 pm

Welcome to GenVibe!

Salsa Guy · Post by **Salsa Guy** » Tue Apr 19, 2011 12:34 am

Welcome to genvibe. It being a AWD first check the Transfer case and rear diff seals ASAP. Then also do a fluid change in them , if it hasn't been done recently. Many use AMSoil or Redline. This will save you $$$$ in the long run. Also a Tranny check-up is also a good idea.

BlueCrush · Post by **BlueCrush** » Tue Apr 19, 2011 2:48 am

Welcome to GenVibe!

VibeAWD · Post by **VibeAWD** » Tue Apr 19, 2011 4:12 am

Ok.. cool i will have those checked out. I figured the AWD would be more maintenance.Also what size Gas Tank is in these? & about what MPG should she get on Avg.?Thanks! Everyone

BlueCrush · Post by **BlueCrush** » Tue Apr 19, 2011 5:25 am

11.2 gallon tank and you should average 25-30 depending on how you drive and how much of it is City vs. Hwy.

Salsa Guy · Post by **Salsa Guy** » Tue Apr 19, 2011 5:26 am

About 12 gal tank. The MPG on mine is about 26. But that's about 85% hwy 15% city. I also have a supercharger.

keithvibe · Post by **keithvibe** » Tue Apr 19, 2011 6:43 am

Quote, originally posted by BlueCrush Â»11.2 gallon tank and you should average 25-30 depending on how you drive and how much of it is City vs. Hwy.^^this... though I have seen my mileage as low as 20 and as high as 35mpg.

tpollauf · Post by **tpollauf** » Tue Apr 19, 2011 1:03 pm

Welcome One thing you'll notice is the Vibe will spend ALL of it's time in your driveway and NOT the shop Also I think it will be WARMER & quieter than your Mustang convertible You'll enjoy the ride for many years to come. Again ......................... Welcome

kostby · Post by **kostby** » Tue Apr 19, 2011 2:21 pm

Welcome to the GenVibe family! Enjoy your stay!

VibeAWD · Post by **VibeAWD** » Wed Apr 20, 2011 11:14 am

Thanks! To everyone!She got 27 MPG with the 1st tank. Ill check the next & see.I do hear a clicking sound in the dash when car is in Park when i touch the brake pedal, & Also sometimes when the heat is on hear a Click-Click sound? Curious...

star_deceiver · Post by **star_deceiver** » Wed Apr 20, 2011 12:05 pm

Your recirc vent is making the clicking noise... gears are chewed up.

jkm311 · Post by **jkm311** » Wed Apr 20, 2011 11:19 pm

Welcome, Bob!I know in my 2006 base, I have been able to fill up just beyond 12 gallons without forcing more, when the pump stops. The tank + fuel line/system = around 13 total, I believe. As far as city mileage, I really do not know. I just enjoy getting through a work week full of city driving and not having to fill up until the following Monday. Highway? A typical drive to see the in-laws of 155 highway miles, I am able to do that using only about 4.5 or 5 gallons. So, in the neighborhood of 33 or 34 MPG. And that's usually with 100 pounds of dog and luggage. Also, the clicking sound is not something my Vibe has experienced, but here is a helpful thread others assembled to explain the fix, appropriate parts, etc. http://forums.genvibe.com/zerothread?id=29575Best of all, it should cost you under $50, if you are able to this on your own.Good luck, and the SEARCH link in the top right is your friend. Not the Google one, just below that.

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