2005 pontiac vibe alternator8/18/2023 ![]() But due to mileage?, was no longer covered under warranty. After about a yr & a half, compressor failed again. "1st time was covered under extended warranty which owner purchased. "Air conditioning did not work and AC compressor needed to be replaced" "Compressor slowly failed and had to be replaced." ![]() Problem was insufficient Freon although leak detector didn't show any leaks." "Cooling system didn't work after the winter. "The pipe over the rear suspension.Cost $40.00 to repair" ![]() Fortunately I've found that Ralph's Muffler in Avon, IN is able to custom repair my exhaust pipes." It's the pipes that seem to have the issue. I've NOT needed to replace the muffler or catalytic converter. About every 2 years or so I need to have a piece of the exhaust pipe replaced. I once heard that Toyotas eat through exhaust systems. "The Pontiac Vibe is a rebranded Toyota Matrix. I had to have half of the exhaust system replaced. "Because of the age of the car, the exhaust pipes developed holes. "Had to replace exhaust system under car due to rusting." "Flex pipe between segments developed leak. "All original pipes had to be replaced but not the muffler" Drilled new holes and installed stainless screws" "Screws holding shield in place rusted thru. The heat shield was loose because of a corroded bolt. "While on the highway had the rattling noise. "Heat shield fell down causing minor muffler damage which was repaired. "Gasket between the catalytic converter and the header was leaking"
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