🏷️ Basic Information Identification Make: Pontiac Model: Vibe Year: 2007 Codes Vin Prefix: 1G Chassis Code: Toyota MC Platform 👋 Introduction Market Position Segment: Compact hatchback/wagon Rebadging: Rebadged Toyota Matrix/Corolla Competitive Analysis Competitors: Honda Civic, Mazda3, Ford Focus, Subaru Impreza Key Features Platform Sharing: Benefits from Toyota's renowned reliability and engineering Engine Options: Fuel-efficient 1.8L and more powerful 2.4L engines Practicality: Hatchback utility, foldable rear seats for cargo space 📋 Manual Details Coverage Areas Primary Coverage: 2007 Pontiac Vibe Engine Coverage: 2.4L 2AZ-FE I4 (Toyota) Page Count Estimated Pages: 1000+ Manual Type Type: Factory Service Manual (FSM) Language Language: English Format Digital Format: PDF Download 📖 Manual Coverage Systems Covered Powertrain: Engine, Transmission, Drivetrain, Exhaust Chassis: Suspension, Steering, Brakes, Wheels & Tires Electrical: Ignition, Lighting, Power Accessories, Instrumentation, Body Control Module (BCM), Audio System Body: Body Panels, Doors, Windows, Seats, Interior Trim, HVAC System Procedures Included Maintenance: Scheduled maintenance, Oil changes, Filter replacements, Fluid checks and changes Repair: Component removal and installation, Overhauls, Component-specific repairs Troubleshooting: Diagnostic procedures, Fault code interpretation, Symptom-based troubleshooting guides Diagnostics: OBD-II diagnostics, Sensor testing, Actuator testing Technical Depth Depth: Comprehensive factory-level detail, suitable for professional technicians and advanced DIYers 📊 Manual Specifications File Format File Type: PDF Searchability: Likely text-searchable (typical for factory PDFs) Print Quality Printability: Printable (single pages or full manual) Image Resolution: High-resolution photos and diagrams Binding Type Binding: N/A (Digital PDF download) Paper Type Paper Type: N/A (Digital PDF download) ⚙️ Engine Specifications Primary Engine Engine Code: 1ZZ-FE Configuration: Inline 4-cylinder Displacement: 1.8 Liters (1794 cc) Bore X Stroke: 3.15 in x 3.43 in (80.0 mm x 87.0 mm) Compression Ratio: 10.0:1 Horsepower: 126 hp @ 6000 rpm Torque: 122 lb-ft @ 4200 rpm Valve Train: DOHC, 16 valves, VVT-i (Variable Valve Timing with intelligence) Fuel System: Electronic Fuel Injection (EFI) Emission Control: Catalytic Converter, Oxygen Sensors Secondary Engine Engine Code: 2AZ-FE Configuration: Inline 4-cylinder Displacement: 2.4 Liters (2362 cc) Bore X Stroke: 3.50 in x 3.07 in (88.5 mm x 78.0 mm) Compression Ratio: 9.8:1 Horsepower: 158 hp @ 6000 rpm Torque: 162 lb-ft @ 4000 rpm Valve Train: DOHC, 16 valves, VVT-i Fuel System Fuel Type: Unleaded Gasoline Recommended Octane: 87 Octane (Minimum) 🔧 Transmission Standard Transmission 1.8L: 5-speed Manual Transmission 2.4L: 4-speed Automatic Optional Transmission 1.8L: 4-speed Automatic Features AWD Availability: Available with 2.4L engine (with automatic transmission) Fluid Specs Automatic Transmission Fluid: Toyota ATF WS (World Standard) or equivalent (check specific manual for exact part number) Manual Transmission Fluid: API GL-4, SAE 75W-90 Gear Oil (check specific manual for exact part number) 📐 Dimensions Exterior Length: 169.2 inches (4300 mm) Width: 69.7 inches (1770 mm) Height: 59.3 inches (1505 mm) Wheelbase: 102.4 inches (2600 mm) Weights Curb Weight 1.8L Manual: 2,790 lbs (1266 kg) Curb Weight 1.8L Auto: 2,810 lbs (1275 kg) Curb Weight 2.4L Auto FWD: 2,930 lbs (1329 kg) Curb Weight 2.4L Auto AWD: 3,075 lbs (1395 kg) Cargo Cargo Volume Seats Up: 19.1 cu ft (541 L) Cargo Volume Seats Down: 60.1 cu ft (1702 L) 🛡️ Safety Features Ratings NHTSA Driver Front Impact: 5-Star NHTSA Passenger Front Impact: 5-Star NHTSA Side Impact Driver: 5-Star NHTSA Side Impact Rear Passenger: 5-Star IIHS Moderate Overlap Frontal Offset: Good IIHS Side Impact: Good Active Features ABS: Standard (4-wheel disc brakes on 2.4L, front disc/rear drum on 1.8L) Traction Control: Available (on certain trims/models) Electronic Stability Control: Available (on certain trims/models) Passive Features Airbags Front: Standard (Driver and Passenger Frontal) Airbags Side: Available (Front Seat Side-Impact Airbags) Airbags Curtain: Available (Side-Curtain Airbags) 💡 Technology Features Infotainment Audio System: Standard AM/FM/CD player, optional premium audio with subwoofer, MP3 input Navigation: Optional factory navigation system Driver Assistance Cruise Control: Standard Rear Wiper: Standard Connectivity Auxiliary Input: Available on some models for audio devices Tire Pressure Monitoring: Available (TPMS) 🔧 Maintenance Service Intervals Oil Change Interval: Every 5,000 miles or 6 months, or 10,000 miles/12 months with synthetic oil (check manual for specifics) Engine Air Filter: Inspect every 15,000 miles, replace as needed (typically every 30,000 miles) Cabin Air Filter: Replace every 15,000 miles or 12 months (if equipped) Spark Plugs 1.8L: Iridium-tipped: 120,000 miles Spark Plugs 2.4L: Iridium-tipped: 100,000 miles Coolant Replacement: Initial: 100,000 miles or 10 years; subsequent: 50,000 miles or 5 years Transmission Fluid Replacement Auto: Check condition, often recommended around 60,000-100,000 miles depending on driving conditions (consult manual for specific intervals) Transmission Fluid Replacement Manual: Check condition, typically at higher mileage intervals (consult manual) Fluid Specifications Engine Oil 1.8L: SAE 5W-30 (Synthetic recommended for 10k mile intervals) Engine Oil 2.4L: SAE 5W-30 (Synthetic recommended for 10k mile intervals) Engine Oil Capacity 1.8L: 4.4 US quarts (4.2 L) with filter Engine Oil Capacity 2.4L: 4.8 US quarts (4.6 L) with filter Coolant: Toyota Super Long Life Coolant (SLLC) Pink or equivalent (pre-diluted) Brake Fluid: DOT 3 Power...
Comprehensive factory-level detail, suitable for professional technicians and advanced DIYers
📊 Manual Specifications
File Format
File Type:
PDF
Searchability:
Likely text-searchable (typical for factory PDFs)
Print Quality
Printability:
Printable (single pages or full manual)
Image Resolution:
High-resolution photos and diagrams
Binding Type
Binding:
N/A (Digital PDF download)
Paper Type
Paper Type:
N/A (Digital PDF download)
⚙️ Engine Specifications
Primary Engine
Engine Code:
1ZZ-FE
Configuration:
Inline 4-cylinder
Displacement:
1.8 Liters (1794 cc)
Bore X Stroke:
3.15 in x 3.43 in (80.0 mm x 87.0 mm)
Compression Ratio:
10.0:1
Horsepower:
126 hp @ 6000 rpm
Torque:
122 lb-ft @ 4200 rpm
Valve Train:
DOHC, 16 valves, VVT-i (Variable Valve Timing with intelligence)
Fuel System:
Electronic Fuel Injection (EFI)
Emission Control:
Catalytic Converter, Oxygen Sensors
Secondary Engine
Engine Code:
2AZ-FE
Configuration:
Inline 4-cylinder
Displacement:
2.4 Liters (2362 cc)
Bore X Stroke:
3.50 in x 3.07 in (88.5 mm x 78.0 mm)
Compression Ratio:
9.8:1
Horsepower:
158 hp @ 6000 rpm
Torque:
162 lb-ft @ 4000 rpm
Valve Train:
DOHC, 16 valves, VVT-i
Fuel System
Fuel Type:
Unleaded Gasoline
Recommended Octane:
87 Octane (Minimum)
🔧 Transmission
Standard
Transmission 1.8L:
5-speed Manual
Transmission 2.4L:
4-speed Automatic
Optional
Transmission 1.8L:
4-speed Automatic
Features
AWD Availability:
Available with 2.4L engine (with automatic transmission)
Fluid Specs
Automatic Transmission Fluid:
Toyota ATF WS (World Standard) or equivalent (check specific manual for exact part number)
Manual Transmission Fluid:
API GL-4, SAE 75W-90 Gear Oil (check specific manual for exact part number)
📐 Dimensions
Exterior
Length:
169.2 inches (4300 mm)
Width:
69.7 inches (1770 mm)
Height:
59.3 inches (1505 mm)
Wheelbase:
102.4 inches (2600 mm)
Weights
Curb Weight 1.8L Manual:
2,790 lbs (1266 kg)
Curb Weight 1.8L Auto:
2,810 lbs (1275 kg)
Curb Weight 2.4L Auto FWD:
2,930 lbs (1329 kg)
Curb Weight 2.4L Auto AWD:
3,075 lbs (1395 kg)
Cargo
Cargo Volume Seats Up:
19.1 cu ft (541 L)
Cargo Volume Seats Down:
60.1 cu ft (1702 L)
🛡️ Safety Features
Ratings
NHTSA Driver Front Impact:
5-Star
NHTSA Passenger Front Impact:
5-Star
NHTSA Side Impact Driver:
5-Star
NHTSA Side Impact Rear Passenger:
5-Star
IIHS Moderate Overlap Frontal Offset:
Good
IIHS Side Impact:
Good
Active Features
ABS:
Standard (4-wheel disc brakes on 2.4L, front disc/rear drum on 1.8L)
Traction Control:
Available (on certain trims/models)
Electronic Stability Control:
Available (on certain trims/models)
Passive Features
Airbags Front:
Standard (Driver and Passenger Frontal)
Airbags Side:
Available (Front Seat Side-Impact Airbags)
Airbags Curtain:
Available (Side-Curtain Airbags)
💡 Technology Features
Infotainment
Audio System:
Standard AM/FM/CD player, optional premium audio with subwoofer, MP3 input
Navigation:
Optional factory navigation system
Driver Assistance
Cruise Control:
Standard
Rear Wiper:
Standard
Connectivity
Auxiliary Input:
Available on some models for audio devices
Tire Pressure Monitoring:
Available (TPMS)
🔧 Maintenance
Service Intervals
Oil Change Interval:
Every 5,000 miles or 6 months, or 10,000 miles/12 months with synthetic oil (check manual for specifics)
Engine Air Filter:
Inspect every 15,000 miles, replace as needed (typically every 30,000 miles)
Cabin Air Filter:
Replace every 15,000 miles or 12 months (if equipped)
Spark Plugs 1.8L:
Iridium-tipped: 120,000 miles
Spark Plugs 2.4L:
Iridium-tipped: 100,000 miles
Coolant Replacement:
Initial: 100,000 miles or 10 years; subsequent: 50,000 miles or 5 years
Transmission Fluid Replacement Auto:
Check condition, often recommended around 60,000-100,000 miles depending on driving conditions (consult manual for specific intervals)
Transmission Fluid Replacement Manual:
Check condition, typically at higher mileage intervals (consult manual)
Fluid Specifications
Engine Oil 1.8L:
SAE 5W-30 (Synthetic recommended for 10k mile intervals)
Engine Oil 2.4L:
SAE 5W-30 (Synthetic recommended for 10k mile intervals)
Engine Oil Capacity 1.8L:
4.4 US quarts (4.2 L) with filter
Engine Oil Capacity 2.4L:
4.8 US quarts (4.6 L) with filter
Coolant:
Toyota Super Long Life Coolant (SLLC) Pink or equivalent (pre-diluted)
Brake Fluid:
DOT 3
Power Steering Fluid:
Dexron III ATF or equivalent (check manual)
Known Issues
Common Wear Item:
Brake pads and rotors (typical for any vehicle)
Engine 1.8L:
Oil consumption (can occur with higher mileage, address with proper maintenance)
Engine 2.4L:
Occasional oil leaks from valve cover or oil pan gaskets
HVAC System:
Blend door actuator failure leading to improper air temperature control
Exhaust System:
Catalytic converter issues can arise, especially with unaddressed engine problems
📚 Vehicle History
Brand Heritage
Pontiac Legacy:
Pontiac was an American automobile division of General Motors (GM) known for performance-oriented vehicles, though the Vibe represented a shift towards practicality and efficiency through GM's global partnerships.
Model Evolution
First Generation:
2003-2008
Second Generation:
2009-2010 (Discontinued with Pontiac brand)
Production
Manufacturing Location:
Fremont, California, USA (joint venture with Toyota)
Production Years:
2003-2010
🏆 Awards & Recognition
Recognitions
Reliability Reputation:
Generally praised for reliability due to its Toyota mechanicals, often scoring well in consumer satisfaction surveys.
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