Why is my engine revving in idle?
If an engine is not getting enough fuel (this is called “running lean”), due to fuel pressure (regulated by the fuel pump and regulator), restricted fuel injectors, a vacuum leak or really anything that throws off the fuel mixture going in to the engine, this can cause the surge.
What should a Pontiac Vibe idle at?
Typically, the idle speed will be set at a value in the range of 600 to 800 RPM, but the exact value will depend on the number of engine cylinders and whether the vehicle is equipped with a manual or automatic transmission.
What kind of engine does a 2003 Pontiac Vibe have?
The standard model is powered by a 1.8L/130-hp DOHC four; the sportier GT version packs a 1.8L/180-hp four, which employs Toyota’s variable-valve timing and lift (VVT-i) and boasts a six-speed manual transmission.
What kind of engine does a Pontiac Vibe have?
Powertrains available for this car are a Toyota-built 1.8 L straight-4 16-valve engine producing 126 hp (94 kW) on the base model ( manual or automatic transmission ), 118 hp on the all-wheel drive model (automatic only), or a version with VVTL-i producing 164 hp (122 kW) for the GT (manual 6-speed only).
Why was the Pontiac Vibe discontinued in 2006?
Engine power claims were decreased for 2006 as a result of Toyota’s re-testing of its engines for the new Society of Automotive Engineers (SAE) ratings standard. The GT and all-wheel-drive trims were discontinued for the 2007 model year due to poor sales and new federal emissions standards. The front fascia was freshened in the 2005 model year.
How many miles on a 2003 Pontiac Vibe?
Slept in it, camped in it, drove 4×4 mountain roads in The Grand Tetons. 310,000 miles on car so far. It won’t die. The little car that could. I have been driving this car for over 13-years and it has never failed me.
When did the Toyota Auris replace the Pontiac Vibe?
With just over 10,000 units sold, Toyota ended sales of the Voltz with the Toyota Auris as its closest functional successor. The Vibe was redesigned, along with the Matrix, for the 2009 model year, and debuted at the December 2007 LA Auto Show.