What kind of transmission fluid does a 2008 Pontiac Vibe use?
I changed the transmission fluid and filter on a 2008 Pontiac Vibe. 2003-2008 Pontiac Vibe’s share the same A246E Toyota automatic transmissions with the 2003-2007 Toyota Matrix (with VVT-i Engine). In this video I used Mobil 1 3309 Automatic Transmission Fluid, and a PowerTorque Automatic Transmission Filter Kit that includes the gasket.
Is the Pontiac Vibe rear drive shaft repairable?
The centre or steady bearing had worn to the point of defective. The part is not repairable replaceable, therefore a new rear drive shaft was installed. A two piece shaft, u joints and centre bearing were installed with a one year warranty from a supplier in British Columbia. Trans shuddered when attempting to come out of high gear lock.
What causes a Pontiac Vibe transmission to break?
2 of 3 screws holding/supporting the transmission case in place broke after hitting a bump. One ripped a piece if the transmission case out as well causing the car to leak oil and alerting us to the problem. Longer screws were inserted into the holes and the piece of casing was in JB welded in place.
What causes a Pontiac Vibe to leak oil?
One ripped a piece if the transmission case out as well causing the car to leak oil and alerting us to the problem. Longer screws were inserted into the holes and the piece of casing was in JB welded in place. An additional support was added under the transmission. Oil was changed.
When did I change the oil on my Pontiac Vibe?
– Ann -2003 Pontiac Vibe: Lava Two-Tone Mileage as of 10/15/07: 88,095Modifications: 2/3 on my floor, 1/3 on the car. THe last time I changed the tranny oil, instead of trying to put the oil in the side fill hole, I removed the side fill plug, but then I removed some plug fitting from the top of the tranny and dumped the oil in there.
How to do a manual transmission oil change?
Park on a level surface, turn the engine off, and do whatever is appropriate for safety since you will be sliding under the car.2. Remove the fill plug (doing now lets air in, helps the drain flow better)3. Remove the drain plug, drain out all the old4. Replace the drain plug5. Refill though the fill plug hole.
What kind of drain plug does a hi Vibe have?
Hi vibe-04There is a 24mm drain plug and either a 10mm hex fill plug or it’s some standard full plug. The 03’s aparently had a 14mm standard bolt type plug.Search for “Manual Transmission Drain”.
I changed the transmission fluid and filter on a 2008 Pontiac Vibe. 2003-2008 Pontiac Vibe’s share the same A246E Toyota automatic transmissions with the 2003-2007 Toyota Matrix (with VVT-i Engine). In this video I used Mobil 1 3309 Automatic Transmission Fluid, and a PowerTorque Automatic Transmission Filter Kit that includes the gasket.
One ripped a piece if the transmission case out as well causing the car to leak oil and alerting us to the problem. Longer screws were inserted into the holes and the piece of casing was in JB welded in place. An additional support was added under the transmission. Oil was changed.
2 of 3 screws holding/supporting the transmission case in place broke after hitting a bump. One ripped a piece if the transmission case out as well causing the car to leak oil and alerting us to the problem. Longer screws were inserted into the holes and the piece of casing was in JB welded in place.
How much does it cost to repair a Pontiac Vibe?
The repair cost chart excludes repairs made under warranty, do-it-yourself repairs, and repair trips that include maintenance. 158-horsepower 2.4L I4 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD needed a vehicle speed sensor. Dealer put in wrong sensor and had to go back and have it repaired again.
What kind of fluid does a Pontiac use?
Information about type and capacity fluid are for reference only. Reference book «Fluid type : automatic transmission Pontiac». Full capacity l. Service fill l.
What kind of engine does a 2003 Vibe GT have?
Justin 2003 Vibe GT – Mille Miglia Evo5 18×8 Wheels (now stock)- Magnaflow Cat-Back Exhaust (now stock)- Tein S-Tech Springs (now stock)- Injen CAI – Red Painted Calipers – Hella Supertone Horns – Polk Speakers – Bazooka RS8A-HP Sub – Kenwood Headunit – Still love my Vibe, but I’ve just turned it back into a basic daily driver.
When do I need to change my transmission fluid?
A large amount is stored in the transmission’s torque converter. So, just for the record, simply emptying the pan is not a proper fluid change. During service, technicians replace the fluid and filter.
When to flush and refill a transmission filter?
A qualified service technician should flush and refill the transmission. You should have the filter changed at the same interval to avoid plugging up and causing fluid starvation. Flushing is the process by which the new, fresh fluid forces out the old, using the transmission’s pump to do the pushing.
Where does the flushing fluid go in a transmission?
Flushing is the process by which the new, fresh fluid forces out the old, using the transmission’s pump to do the pushing. The transmission pan (the pan on the bottom side of the transmission) holds only one-third to a half of the fluid. A large amount is stored in the transmission’s torque converter.