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#2852 of 2955 Re: The Life expectancy of a vibe [ke4yyd2] by anaintn Aug 04, 2008 (7:49 am)
Replying to: ke4yyd2 (Feb 04, 2007 3:36 pm) Really?!?!?!?!? I have an 03 with 113,000miles and honestly I haven't had any problems, except my a/c isn't getting cold. Last year paid 1500 to replace the condensor and clutch and they want me to pay the labor cost 800 to install the warrantied one now. Was seriouly considering getting something newer. Still trying to decide. Never had anything done to it prior except tune up at 80,000, a couple of sets of tires, and consistant oil changes. Replies to this message: CapeCod (Aug 04, 2008 8:05 am) anaintn (Aug 04, 2008 8:17 am)
#2853 of 2955 Re: The Life expectancy of a vibe [anaintn] by CapeCod Aug 04, 2008 (8:05 am)
Replying to: anaintn (Aug 04, 2008 7:49 am) I also have 2003 Vibe. Were you ever able to overcome the cabin noise in the Vibe. I always thought it was the roof rack... noticed they removed the cross members in later models. Thought of removing them myself BUT you have to damn never remove the whole rack to get them off. Others have told me the weatherstripping at the windows is the weak link. I have noticed the weatherstripping will not remove frost or outside condensation from the windows when you roll the down then up in the morning. Maybe the sunroof adds to the noise. My other gripes have been the low speed fan noise on start up and the vibration noise at fast idle. Replies to this message: anaintn (Aug 04, 2008 8:17 am)
#2854 of 2955 Re: The Life expectancy of a vibe [CapeCod] by anaintn Aug 04, 2008 (8:17 am)
Replying to: CapeCod (Aug 04, 2008 8:05 am) The cabin noise really didn't bother me, I have window visors on mine which I think help deflect some of the wind noise. Not having other issues, just replaced the battery this morning and start up is fine. My grip is the a/c really doesn't run cold, and I have to pay for someone to look at it again. I don't understand fast idle, I don't get vibration noise at going fast.Took the car to the Rockies and New Mexico the year before last and the Smokies and Myrtle Beach last year. Ran smooth as I first got it.
#2855 of 2955 where would i find the how to by anaintn Aug 04, 2008 (8:52 am)
Saw this on previous post and copied it but couldn't find what I should take with me to a firestone shop.   took my Vibe in today and had them check the AC. I showed them the report from abelj and they looked it up. The ID 841682 isn't the bulletin number but the repair manual page for the temp cable. The mechanic was able to look up the bulletins and find it. He found the same problem on my Vibe, it was set incorrectly and allowed for warm air to mix in with the AC. My receipt reads "Adjust air/mix cable per bulletin 02-01-37-006 Cools to 43 degrees on Road"    THIS VME STATES IF HVAC SYSTEM IS NOT GETTING COOL ENOUGH TO REFER TO SERVICE BULLETIN 02-01-37-006. ( NHTSA ITEM NUMBER - 10003884 ) HVAC SYSTEM (HEATING, VENTILATION AND AIR CONDITIONING) SYSTEM DOES NOT GET COLD ENOUGH. ( NHTSA ITEM NUMBER - 10000188 ) Replies to this message: anaintn (Aug 04, 2008 12:18 pm)
#2856 of 2955 Re: where would i find the how to [anaintn] by anaintn Aug 04, 2008 (12:18 pm)
Replying to: anaintn (Aug 04, 2008 8:52 am) Never mind, just took the numbers it to the dealer and they printed the tsa. Then I went to the folks who "fixed" my a/c last year. It registers 60 but really does not feel COLD, but way better than it was. This board just saved me 800.00. THANKS FOR BEING HERE !!!!!
#2858 of 2955 vibe off-road? by sabrinad Aug 10, 2008 (10:21 am)
Hi, I'm in the process of purchasing a 2004 5-speed base Vibe, replacing a Subabru Outback and was wondering if anyone has epxerience driving these on dirt roads/camping with them?   I know I am not getting the AWD so I have to be a bit careful about getting stuck, but wanted the better MPG's. I've travelled all over the world and find alot of regular cars do just fine on dirt roads. Any suggested modifications? Problems with ground clearance?
#2859 of 2955 Power steering quits working in the rain! by deucead Oct 09, 2008 (2:13 pm)
Have a 2006 Vibe and anytime it rains the power steering seems to stop working and the battery light comes on. Has anyone else experienced this and if so, what to do? thanks, kim Replies to this message: CapeCod (Oct 09, 2008 2:48 pm)
#2860 of 2955 Re: Power steering quits working in the rain! [deucead] by CapeCod Oct 09, 2008 (2:48 pm)
Replying to: deucead (Oct 09, 2008 2:13 pm) There should be a shield to protect the belt pulley from the puddle splash. I thought I remembered an early recall regarding this issue? Belt could also be stretched so even a slight lessening of friction due to moisture causes the slippage. 2006 is a bit early for it to be a true worn out belt issue.
#2861 of 2955 press request by kirstie_h HOST Nov 03, 2008 (12:10 pm)
A reporter is interested in talking with satisfied owners of a 2003-2006 Pontiac Vibe who are also parents. If you are interested in commenting on your experience, please reply to jwahledmunds.com no later than Friday, November 21, 2008 and include your city and state of residence, the model year of your vehicle and the age of your child/ren.      Thanks for your consideration,      Jonathan Wahl Corporate Communications Edmunds Inc.

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