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2006 New Vibe Owner
Posted: Fri Aug 25, 2006 11:47 am
by LMG
Just bought a new 2006 Platinum Vibe automatic late August. The great looks, functionality, comfort and 30mpg is awesome! I'm hoping the mpg gets better after a few thousand miles. Any performance mods for better gas milage is appreciated.Looking forward to hearing from you...
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Re: 2006 New Vibe Owner (LMG)
Posted: Fri Aug 25, 2006 11:59 am
by GMJAP
Hey nice ride! (I esp. like the color )Welcome to GV! As for mileage, the most impact will be from keeping tires at proper pressure, and how it gets driven.I've got a K&N filter, but the jury is still out on whether it's really helping mileage or not.
Re: 2006 New Vibe Owner (LMG)
Posted: Fri Aug 25, 2006 12:04 pm
by BlueCrush
Welcome to GenVibe! Your mileage will increase. Also, an OEM K&N Replacement Filter wil get you 1-2 mpg more.
Re: 2006 New Vibe Owner (LMG)
Posted: Fri Aug 25, 2006 12:04 pm
by MRCN RCE
welcome to the fam, and that's an excellent color
Re: 2006 New Vibe Owner (LMG)
Posted: Fri Aug 25, 2006 12:17 pm
by Toasted7
...what everyone else said.
Re: 2006 New Vibe Owner (LMG)
Posted: Fri Aug 25, 2006 12:45 pm
by slvrvibes
Welcome to Genvibe!Nice color.
Re: 2006 New Vibe Owner (LMG)
Posted: Fri Aug 25, 2006 12:46 pm
by ZubenElGenubi
Welcome to GenVibe!Lots of info on gas mileage here, but most common tips are: keep revs below 3000 rpm; check tire pressure weekly; fill up in the mornings; replace regular filter with a K&N or short ram (better) or cold air intake (best); use synthetic oil (ex Mobil One 5W-30).
Re: 2006 New Vibe Owner (ZubenElGenubi)
Posted: Fri Aug 25, 2006 2:49 pm
by 808 Vibes
Welcome and Congrats!!!!
Re: 2006 New Vibe Owner (LMG)
Posted: Sat Aug 26, 2006 4:11 am
by Merzbow
Nice vibe, welcome to teh forums
Re: 2006 New Vibe Owner (LMG)
Posted: Sat Aug 26, 2006 11:46 am
by jwalcik
welcome to the site!
Re: 2006 New Vibe Owner (LMG)
Posted: Sat Aug 26, 2006 9:42 pm
by ArcsVibe
Welcome to the family!!
Re: 2006 New Vibe Owner (GMJAP)
Posted: Sun Aug 27, 2006 12:38 am
by LMG
Thanks to everyone for the warm welcome and helpful tips. A couple more questions... 1. Are there any options to raise the center arm rest height for more comfort?2. Are there any options to get a 12v outlet in the center arm rest of my 2006 Vibe to recharge my cell phone?
Re: 2006 New Vibe Owner (LMG)
Posted: Sun Aug 27, 2006 1:25 am
by slvrvibes
To answer your question #1 you can order the toyota matrix console lid from
http://www.Toyotapart.com it is a taller lid. The info is as follows:DOOR SUB-ASSY, CONSO P/N: 58905-02210-B1I just ordered mine and it should be arriving next week.It was $71.46 + shipping
Re: 2006 New Vibe Owner (slvrvibes)
Posted: Sun Aug 27, 2006 2:46 am
by NascarXprt
welcome, just like slvr said you can get that arm rest and it will help raise the consol.
Posted: Sun Aug 27, 2006 3:02 am
by AKLGT
welcome. search is your friend. there are several threads about adding the 12v power access to the center console. came in the 03/04 models but no more in 05+. as for better gas mileage that also has performance? aside from just a drop in filter, not too much. a short ram or cold air intake adds a little better fuel economy ONLY if you can lay off the gas! not too many people can do that once that goes in. keep your RPMs low and below 3000 and you should definitely get the best mpg out there.. also, steady speeds are good too, city driving vs hwy driving is always lower.
Re: 2006 New Vibe Owner (LMG)
Posted: Sun Aug 27, 2006 9:53 pm
by ToolGuy
Welcome to the site!