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Hi all. 2009 Pontiac Vibe (Toyota Matrix) 2.4L I noticed something perplexing. Per the Fram and Walmart websites, every Fram oil filter with model numbers ending in 4967 are slated to fit my engine, except for the Fram Endurance (FE4967). Oddly, the FE4967 is recommended for the Scion TC...

Hi all. 2009 Pontiac Vibe GT 2.4L (Toyota Matrix XRS). I’ve discovered the blown fuse (ECU-IG 2) is associated with the field coil of the alternator (wire labeled “F”). The fuse blow consistently, but sometimes when the car is turned on (no start), sometimes right after the engine is started, or...

(2009 Pontiac Vibe GT) Hi all. I had this problem before where a fuse blew along with a P0705 code. I replaced the fuse, and everything was fine for several months, if not a year. Today, the fuse blew again, but the replacement fuse blew as soon as I started the car (two fuses, both blew...

Hi All. 2009 Pontiac Vibe GT 2.4l 260k I've been chasing this noise for a few weeks now. Earlier today, I had the belt tensioner replaced (which was needed) and drove home with no noise. Later today, I went driving, and the noise came back. It's inconsistent in both sound and when it occurs...

Maybe the dumbest thing I've ever done. Hey everybody. 2009 Pontiac vibe GT (matrix XRS) I've been hearing squealing and knocking coming from my engine lately, then my engine started running hot, and when I opened the hood, I saw that there was water sprayed everywhere. So, I figured it had to...

Hi all. 2009 Pontiac Vibe GT (Toyota Matrix) 2.4l The sound is intermittent and I thought it was my AC compressor, but I bypassed it with a shorter belt, but it didn't work. All the pulleys spin freely and quietly by hand. It sounds like it's coming from the top of the engine/exhaust manifold...

Hi all. 2009 Pontiac Vibe GT. There is an intermittent chirping sound coming from my AC compressor. It's about 4 years old. Sometimes it's quiet at idle, and sometimes it chirps/squeaks. I usually hear it when coming to a stop or accelerating from a stop. The AC still works and running the AC...

Hi everyone. My 2009 Vibe GT (Toyota 2.4L) did something odd earlier tonight. I was at a red light and the engine started revving higher than it should, my turn signals stopped working, the airbag light came on, and the digital gear indicator on my dash went blank. P0705 (PRNDL Input-Engine and...

Hey fam! 2009 Pontiac Vibe GT, 238k miles. I stopped to get gas and noticed my car was idling high and the battery light was on. I got gas, car started back up fine, light still on. OBD said the battery voltage was 11.7-11.8 while driving. On my way home, the light just went off and my battery...

I'll spare you all the story on why I have both of these, but I need to return one of them. They both seem flawlessly made. The NPW came with a substantial paper-like gasket, which is nice. The Aisin says to use form in place gasket/sealer and is OEM for my car. One will be going on the Vibe in...

I replaced a bad Idler pulley and all was well for about a month. Then, this "sh sh sh/ch ch ch" sound came out of the blue. I replaced the belt and checked the pulleys, which all turned quietly by hand with no excess play. The speed of the sound is about 432 chirps per minute at 720 RPM and...

If I'm reading this correctly, the SDS mentions MMT and Naphthalene above exposure limits. Also this isn't listed on the EPA list of approved additives. Interesting for a product that's intended to clean emissions equipment /exhaust. Any thoughts on this stuff? 3. Composition/information on...

Hi all. Re. the Vibe/Matrix in my signature, 2AZ-FE 2.4L engine. I've posted about this before, but it still isn't resolved and I'm confident it's a MAF sensor issue now. I'm on my second MAF in about two years. The first one was a Denso first time fit and the second (current) one is OEM...

Hi all. I recently received an Ecogard S4477 filter from Walmart.com and I am not impressed. First, even though the base plate was wrapped in plastic, the threads were full of crud (possibly metal shavings, too) and also burred/irregular. Second the filter makes a clunking/rattling noise when I...

Hey gang. I recently picked up a screw? bolt? something in my rear passenger side tire. I discovered it from the noise it was making that would get faster as I drove faster. It's right in the middle of the tread. The tire didn't lose any air, but obviously needs to be fixed or replaced. I have...

Hi all. The Pontiac Vibe in my signature has recently started losing oil. I can't find any leaks, but there are some tiny greasy spots on top of the valve cover above where it seals (dry all around the perimeter). I've lost about a quart in 1500 miles, which is a lot for no visible leaks. I...

I replaced my valve cover gasket today. I took some pics just for posterity. How does it look? Looks good to me, clean anyway :)

Hi all. When I replaced the torn boots on my coils, the kit came with new springs. Does anyone know how to remove/install these things? These are the Denso coil packs that are on most Toyota's since the early 2000's.

My car seems confused. Whenever it's running poorly or differently, I find something with my OBD reader that isn't right. I recently installed an OEM MAF sensor after semi-frequent issues with the old one. But, just like the old one, it worked great for only a few days. Fuel trims were right at...

I replaced my front brake pads last week and noticed one of the inner pads was worn all the way down, but the all the others had about 1/3 left. I took the car to my mechanic down the street and he said the guide pin was sticking. I asked him if he could fix it and he said no. He didn't seem...