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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 2008 Pontiac Vibe AUTOMOBILES

Disc Brakes -> Toyota/GM Single Piston Caliper -> Tightening Specifications
Vehicle: 2008 Pontiac Vibe 1.8 L4 GAS

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DRIVELINE, U-JOINT & CV AXLES REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR 2008 Pontiac Vibe AUTOMOBILES

DRIVESHAFT, Replace
Vehicle: 2008 Pontiac Vibe 1.8 L4 GAS

  • Raise and support vehicle.
  • Remove tire and wheel assembly.
  • Remove rear brake rotor.
  • Remove and discard wheel drive shaft spindle nut. The wheel drive shaft spindle nut must not be reused. Replace wheel drive shaft spindle nut with a new nut whenever it is removed.
  • Using J 42129, CJ129 Universal Hub Puller - Snap-On, 7394 Universal Hub Puller - OTC or equivalent, disengage ...

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TIRE PRESSURE MONITORING SYSTEM PROCEDURES FOR 2008 Pontiac Vibe AUTOMOBILES

Relearn Procedures
Vehicle: 2008 Pontiac Vibe 1.8 L4 GAS

If replacing the TPMS control module, prior to removal, use a suitably programmed scan tool to read the registered transmitter identification number for all wheels and note them for relearn procedure.

If installing a replacement tire pressure sensor, prior to installation note the Identification number for use during relearn procedure.

  • Connect a suitably programmed scan tool to the DLC (Data Link Connector) located under the driver's side of the instrument panel and follow the instructions on the scan tool display.
  • Using the scan tool, read a...

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STARTER & ALTERNATOR REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR 2008 Pontiac Vibe AUTOMOBILES

Starter, Replace
Vehicle: 2008 Pontiac Vibe 1.8 L4 GAS

  • Disconnect battery ground cable.
  • Disconnect starter motor electrical connectors and positive battery cable.
  • Remove starter motor upper and lower mounting bolts, then start...

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CABIN AIR FILTER LOCATIONS & REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR 2008 Pontiac Vibe AUTOMOBILES

Cabin Air Filter Service -> General Motors Corp./Saturn -> 2003-09 Vibe
Vehicle: 2008 Pontiac Vibe 1.8 L4 GAS

Under normal operating conditions the cabin air filter should be inspected every 15,000 miles and replaced every 30,000 miles. In dusty areas change the cabin air filter more often.

  • Open the glove compartment door.
  • Remove the screw retaining the damper rod to the righthand side of the glove compartment door, then detach the damper rod.
  • Push inward at each side of the glove compartment door to disengage the retainers, then lower the door.
  • Through the glove compartment opening, depress the cabin air filter access cover retaining tabs, then remove the cover, Figs. and .
  • Remove th...

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MAINTENANCE LAMP RESET PROCEDURES FOR 2008 Pontiac Vibe AUTOMOBILES

General Motors Corp./Saturn Cars -> Air Bag Warning Lamp ->
Vehicle: 2008 Pontiac Vibe 1.8 L4 GAS

This lamp should light for a approximately 6-8 seconds when the ignition is turned on as a bulb check. If the air b...

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RADIATOR & HOSE REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR 2008 Pontiac Vibe AUTOMOBILES

Radiator, Replace
Vehicle: 2008 Pontiac Vibe 1.8 L4 GAS

  • Drain engine coolant into a suitable container.
  • Remove radiator inlet hose, then the outlet hose.
  • On models equipped with automatic transaxle,disconnect ATF cooler hoses at radiator.
  • On all models, disconnect fan motor electrical connectors, then the electrical harness clamps from shroud.
  • Remove radiator mounting bolts, then the radiator and cooling fan.
  • Recover air conditioning refrigerant.
  • Drain coolant into suitable container.
  • Remove battery and battery tray.
  • Remove upper radiator hose.
  • Remove ...

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SERPENTINE BELT SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 2008 Pontiac Vibe AUTOMOBILES

Serpentine Drive Belt, Replace -> Installation -> Removal
Vehicle: 2008 Pontiac Vibe 1.8 L4 GAS

Removal

  • Remove belt tension using a suitable wrench to rotate tensioner clockwise.
  • Remove belt with pressure applied to wrench and tension relieved from drive belt.

Installation

  • Raise and support vehicle.
  • Remove righth...

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COMPONENT LOCATION DIAGRAMS FOR 2008 Pontiac Vibe AUTOMOBILES

Component location diagrams for most 2008 Pontiac Vibe cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from 1990+.

Pedal Assembly Diagram for 2008 Pontiac Vibe  1.8 L4 GASPedal Assembly Diagram for 2008 Pontiac Vibe 1.8 L4 GAS

Components on diagram:
  • Stop Lamp Switch
  • Underbody Components Diagram for 2008 Pontiac Vibe  1.8 L4 GASUnderbody Components Diagram for 2008 Pontiac Vibe 1.8 L4 GAS

    Components on diagram:
  • Master Cylinder
  • 3-Way Valve
  • Brake Booster
  • Fluid Level Warning Lamp Connector
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    WIRING DIAGRAMS FOR 2008 Pontiac Vibe AUTOMOBILES

    OEM drawn wiring diagrams for most 2008 Pontiac Vibe cars and light trucks sold in the U.S.

    2008 Pontiac Vibe  1.8 L4 GAS Wiring Diagram2008 Pontiac Vibe 1.8 L4 GAS Wiring Diagram

    Components on diagram:
  • Instrument Panel Cluster
  • Ignition Key Alarm Switch
  • Remote Control Door Lock Receiver
  • Multifunction Alarm Module
  • LH Front Courtesy Switch
  • 2008 Pontiac Vibe  1.8 L4 GAS Wiring Diagram2008 Pontiac Vibe 1.8 L4 GAS Wiring Diagram

    Components on diagram:
  • Instrument Panel Cluster
  • Ignition Switch
  • Generator
  • Charge Indicator
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    TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETINS FOR 2008 Pontiac Vibe AUTOMOBILES

    OEM TSB listings for most 2008 Pontiac Vibe cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from 1985+.

    Document: GM of Canada New Vehicle Limited Warranty Tire Program
    Vehicle: 2008 Pontiac Vibe 1.8 L4 GAS

    Auto Systems:
  • Labor Times, Manuals, Warranty, Aids
  • Wheels, Tires, Wheel Bearings, Seals, Hubs
  • Document: Revised General Motors New Vehicle Tire Warranty Program
    Vehicle: 2008 Pontiac Vibe 1.8 L4 GAS

    Auto Systems:
  • Labor Times, Manuals, Warranty, Aids
  • Wheels, Tires, Wheel Bearings, Seals, Hubs
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    COMPONENT/PARTS SPECIFICATIONS FOR 2008 Pontiac Vibe AUTOMOBILES

    BRAKE SPECIFICATIONS: Brake drum, rotor, caliper, and related specifications for most 2008 Pontiac Vibe cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1970+.

    • Brake caliper mounting bolt torque
    • Brake drum runout, machining, & discard specs
    • Minimum brake lining thickness.
    • Brake rotor runout, parallelism, machining, discard, & finish specs

    A/C SYSTEM SPECIFICATIONS: Air conditioning refrigerant capacity and type as well as lubricant capacity for most 2008 Pontiac Vibe cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1980+.

    • Refrigerant capacity & type, compressor oil viscosity, total system oil capacity & compressor clutch gap

    COOLING SYSTEM BLEED: Cooling system bleeder valve identification, bleeder type and bleed procedures for most domestic and imported cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1986+.

    PREVENTIVE MAINTENANCE: Preventive maintenance recommendations and required services for most domestic and imported cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1980+. Includes severe and routine service schedules

    QUICK-LUBE and ILLUSTRATIONS: Fluid recommendations, capacities, drain plug torques, tire data, and severe service recommended preventive maintenance schedules. Information covers most 2008 Pontiac Vibe cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1980+. Engine and chassis service images.

    • Automatic transmission/transaxles capacities, lubricant recommendations
    • Differential/final drive capacities, lube recommendations, grades, & viscosities
    • Final drive fill & drain plug torques
    • Number of lubrication fittings & plugs
    • Power steering, brake, & clutch fluid recommendations
    • Manual transmission/transaxle capacities, lube recommendations, grades, & viscosities
    • Number of lubrication fittings & plugs
    • Power steering, brake, & clutch fluid recommendations
    • Engine oil capacities, API grade recommendations, SAE viscosity recommendations, drain plug torque
    • Severe service maintenance & interval recommendations
    • Tire sizes, wheel nut/bolt torque, pressures & rim sizes
    • Transfer case capacities, lube recommendations, grades, & viscosities

    TUNE-UP & DRIVEABILITY SPECIFICATIONS: Most tune-up specifications for most 2008 Pontiac Vibe cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1980+

    • Airflow sensor electrical specifications
    • Tensioning specifications for systems with automatic tensioners
    • Barometric pressure sensor specs
    • Battery group number and cranking performance
    • Crankshaft & camshaft position sensor resistance
    • Engine compression pressures
    • Coolant temperature sensor specs
    • Computer advance.
    • Diesel fuel temperature sensor resistance.
    • Distributor advance specifications
    • Ignition pickup coil resistance
    • Exhaust gas recirculation temperature sensor resistance
    • Engine fastener torque values
    • Firing order diagrams
    • Fuel system pressures
    • Generator (alternator) specs
    • Intake air temperature sensor specs
    • Ignition coil specifications
    • Fuel injector resistance
    • Engine idle speeds
    • Knock sensor resistance
    • Manifold absolute pressure sensor specs
    • Mixture control solenoid resistance
    • Voltage regulator specs
    • Spark plug applications & gaps
    • Starter motor electrical specs.
    • Tensioning specifications for systems without automatic tensioners
    • Throttle body temperature sensor resistance
    • Ignition timing in degrees at rpm
    • Transmission oil temperature sensor resistance
    • Throttle position sensor specs
    • Vacuum sensor valve specs

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