Bro you are the man! I bought battery cables and a starter. No luck. Saw your video...bought a starter relay and FIESTA!!!! 🎉🎉🎉🎉 Back on the road. Thank you from the bottom of my heart. Stay up and God bless
Man…I couldn’t thank you enough for this video. My neighbor’s 2007 Vibe wouldn’t start yesterday. We tried jumping it at first, but the battery was clearly holding a charge so that was useless. The problem sounded just like what you were describing. Took us a few minutes to get to the relay, and a few more to pull it out. Once out, we noticed heavy corrosion and deposits on the prungs. $37 and a trip to Auto Zone later, we tried a new one and BOOM! It worked dude! We were ecstatic. Thank you, thank you and thank you again. The only decent video we could find on TH-cam and ended up being perfect. You rock 🤘🏼
UPDATE: The starter was the problem, it was going out. But if any of you are having a issue when trying to start your car then have someone sit in the driver seat and turn the key while you tap on the starter with an object such as a hammer. Give it some love taps at first and see if the vehicle starts. If this method doesn't start the car then most likely the starter went out or you have another issue on your hands.
THANK YOU, Mr. LONE STAR GAMER, sir. Got a pry tool from a trim set (& starter relay also at autozone). Replaced the starter relay in under 15 minutes for my 2003 Pontiac Vibe MT with this explanation.
thanks- I just changed my 07 vibes' starter but I was worried that if it wasn't the issue that I was going to have to go hunting for the relay- I would have never thought to access it through the vent panel- thanks for posting
Thanks so much for this video it’s really helpful to me. Yesterday I encountered the same issue but I couldn’t find the relay so I had to fix another relay in the bonnet which I tapped the starting current from the gear ⚙️ sensor and it’s works perfectly but what a hell of a job I did there 😂
Had the same problem with a 2003 Matrix. Used a rod-type stethoscope and could not hear the replay “pic” while turning the ignition switch. This is by far the easiest way to access the relay.
Hey thank you for this video! This is exactly what I've been looking for!! Thank you thank you! My exact car and exact problem. I hope this fixes my car -- I'm gonna try it tomorrow! You rock!
Just make sure that it's actually your starter relay fuse and not the starter itself. At first I assumed that it was my starter relay fuse because when I took it off and replaced it with a new one, the vehicle started back up after installation but then the next time I went to start it back up after doing some shopping, the car wouldn't start at all and made no indication of starting whatsoever. So for me personally it was my starter. If you want to test to see if it's your starter then have someone tap on the starter with a hammer or heavy object while you turn the key and it should start right up. That's if that's the issue you are dealing with. Best of luck!
@@LSGproductions713 thank you for the response. I just looked and it turns out I replaced my starter 6 YEARS ago. It feels like it was only yesterday lol. I hope its not the starter too cuz I just replaced the alternator today. What are the odds of both going simultaneously...?! Thank you for the advice. I thought best check the easy thing first, but that starter is definitely on my mind! Cheers :)
@@laurasalo6160 Just what ever you do, don't jump to conclusions like I did. The starter relay fuse cost me about $40 which wasn't even a part of the issue. So let me know what your problem is exactly so that way I can help you further. But you mentioned the alternator which of course keeps the battery charged. So you either have a bad battery or it's still good but it was drained because the alternator went out which then probably makes you assume that it's either the starter or starter relay fuse. I would personally do the starter tap test first and if that doesn't work then focus on the battery and alternator before making a purchase.
@@LSGproductions713 I took your advice... Because I had power to the dash lights, interior light and radio etc, I learned it couldn't be the starter relay, but I still appreciate knowing how to get at that fuse panel. Noone else has such a video. I ruled out everything battery- and/or alternator-related. Finally I made my way to the starter as the next likely culprit. It was in fact the problem. I replaced it and it's running now. It's strange that they both gave out at the same time, and neither exhibited the usual, obvious signs of failure. I appreciate your video and your advice. It was still very helpful. Thank you so much. :) Cheers!
@@LSGproductions713 it actually did work thank you again and then about two weeks later it I had the same problem but it ended up being the battery connection cables so I replace them now it works great. Fingers crossed lol I don’t wanna jinx myself.
Can one also get at the power window relays and or power window fuses more easily from this place than going through the ashtray or from below the dashboard in a 2007 Pontiac Vibe?
I've got a 03 Matrix with the same problem, great video on how to access it easier. Did you use any tool to pop it out or just your hand ? I tried pulling it out and it won't budge. Thanks
Mine is draining the battery I check the alternator and it works I don't know if I should check the alternator fuse is draining the battery after like 3 days or almost a week do you think might be the relay starter fuse? My starter still works it crank and quick start after the crank but when is draining the battery it takes like a bit to turn on and if I leave the car for a night when I go to sleep next day the car won't start until I jump it any thoughts?
I have a 05 pontiac vibe also sort of same issue but my woman was driving to the post office an it just cut off an it didnt want to start at all again checked everything starter battery the same fuses in the video but theres one u didnt look at its under the part your talking about the intergration relay im haveing trouble locating one for mine any suggestions or where to purchase
Quick suggestion, have someone sitting in the driver's seat turning the key while you tap on the starter with a hammer or another object. Don't hit the starter too hard, just give it love taps. Let me know what happens and get right back to me.
@@SiouxPremeG Sorry, I should of known beforehand because you mentioned that the car died while she was driving it. So if it's a automatic transmission and that happened then it's probably related to something else. Have you checked the alternator? It's a possibility that your alternator is going out which most likely drained the battery or it could be a fuel issue.
Yeah checked the fuel line got new ones its not that the alternator was changed along with the starter so we checked the fuses like in the video that starter fuse is good on mine its a relay intergration moduel or something like that cuase everything checked out to be okay an working
@@LSGproductions713 my 05 matrix xr absolutely wont start 2 garages couldn’t figure out the problem but my dash lights come on but no fire to start and tapping the starter doesn’t work either any idea if that may be fuse we changed MAF sensor and it didn’t run good after and when engine was cut off it would start after a while but now nothing
I believe that the issue you are facing isn't related to the content of this video. But It sounds like your ignition switch or key are the issue. Inspect your key to see if it's worn or defective. If that checks out, then I would check the ignition switch.
Bro you are the man! I bought battery cables and a starter. No luck. Saw your video...bought a starter relay and FIESTA!!!! 🎉🎉🎉🎉 Back on the road. Thank you from the bottom of my heart. Stay up and God bless
Man…I couldn’t thank you enough for this video. My neighbor’s 2007 Vibe wouldn’t start yesterday. We tried jumping it at first, but the battery was clearly holding a charge so that was useless. The problem sounded just like what you were describing.
Took us a few minutes to get to the relay, and a few more to pull it out. Once out, we noticed heavy corrosion and deposits on the prungs. $37 and a trip to Auto Zone later, we tried a new one and BOOM! It worked dude! We were ecstatic. Thank you, thank you and thank you again. The only decent video we could find on TH-cam and ended up being perfect. You rock 🤘🏼
Awesome! I'm very glad that this video was able to assist you. Comments like this one are what make me so happy to help.
Man, probably saved me a couple hours of frustration! Thank you sir!
Glad it helped!
Dude im 6ft5 and was having a helluva time trying to change the relay watched your video got it done in minutes.
UPDATE: The starter was the problem, it was going out. But if any of you are having a issue when trying to start your car then have someone sit in the driver seat and turn the key while you tap on the starter with an object such as a hammer. Give it some love taps at first and see if the vehicle starts. If this method doesn't start the car then most likely the starter went out or you have another issue on your hands.
Thank you! This video saved me a lot of money, time, and frustration.
No problem!
THANK YOU, Mr. LONE STAR GAMER, sir.
Got a pry tool from a trim set (& starter relay also at autozone). Replaced the starter relay in under 15 minutes for my 2003 Pontiac Vibe MT with this explanation.
Excellent!
thanks- I just changed my 07 vibes' starter but I was worried that if it wasn't the issue that I was going to have to go hunting for the relay- I would have never thought to access it through the vent panel- thanks for posting
Thanks so much for this video it’s really helpful to me.
Yesterday I encountered the same issue but I couldn’t find the relay so I had to fix another relay in the bonnet which I tapped the starting current from the gear ⚙️ sensor and it’s works perfectly but what a hell of a job I did there 😂
Worked like charm on my ‘03 Matrix. Thanks so much !!!!!
Glad it helped
Thanks so much for this video it’s really helpful to me.
Thank you !! It was driving me crazy !!!
But what is the problem that you are having?
Thanks man. I'm sure you saved me a bunch of skin on my knuckles and a crick in my neck.
Thank You very much Man You are My HERO, this is sooooooooooo Helpul, appreciated Your effort and sharing.
Glad it helped
Had the same problem with a 2003 Matrix. Used a rod-type stethoscope and could not hear the replay “pic” while turning the ignition switch. This is by far the easiest way to access the relay.
Hey thank you for this video! This is exactly what I've been looking for!! Thank you thank you! My exact car and exact problem. I hope this fixes my car -- I'm gonna try it tomorrow! You rock!
Just make sure that it's actually your starter relay fuse and not the starter itself. At first I assumed that it was my starter relay fuse because when I took it off and replaced it with a new one, the vehicle started back up after installation but then the next time I went to start it back up after doing some shopping, the car wouldn't start at all and made no indication of starting whatsoever. So for me personally it was my starter. If you want to test to see if it's your starter then have someone tap on the starter with a hammer or heavy object while you turn the key and it should start right up. That's if that's the issue you are dealing with. Best of luck!
@@LSGproductions713 thank you for the response. I just looked and it turns out I replaced my starter 6 YEARS ago. It feels like it was only yesterday lol. I hope its not the starter too cuz I just replaced the alternator today.
What are the odds of both going simultaneously...?!
Thank you for the advice. I thought best check the easy thing first, but that starter is definitely on my mind!
Cheers :)
@@laurasalo6160 Just what ever you do, don't jump to conclusions like I did. The starter relay fuse cost me about $40 which wasn't even a part of the issue. So let me know what your problem is exactly so that way I can help you further. But you mentioned the alternator which of course keeps the battery charged. So you either have a bad battery or it's still good but it was drained because the alternator went out which then probably makes you assume that it's either the starter or starter relay fuse. I would personally do the starter tap test first and if that doesn't work then focus on the battery and alternator before making a purchase.
@@LSGproductions713 that is really kind of you. Thank you.
@@LSGproductions713
I took your advice...
Because I had power to the dash lights, interior light and radio etc, I learned it couldn't be the starter relay, but I still appreciate knowing how to get at that fuse panel. Noone else has such a video.
I ruled out everything battery- and/or alternator-related. Finally I made my way to the starter as the next likely culprit.
It was in fact the problem.
I replaced it and it's running now.
It's strange that they both gave out at the same time, and neither exhibited the usual, obvious signs of failure.
I appreciate your video and your advice. It was still very helpful.
Thank you so much. :)
Cheers!
It worked!!!!!! Thank you brother. That was the problem
No problem 👍
Thanks a lot. Exactly what I needed to hear and see.
You're welcome!
No thank you Man, great video
Thanks for watching!
Thank you so much because we were going nuts trying to figure out how in the hell do we get to the starter relay box
Totally helped dude my 05 vibe ainstarting after i was trying to install a new radio i probably blew that starter relay
Dude! Many thanks for this video.
Glad to help!
Respect my friend l Can not thank you enough
Totally helped. Thank you. 👍👍
Thank you i have a 2009 Pontiac vibe
What a time saver! thanks buddy
You bet!
Really helpful, thank you.
You the best bro !!
You are!
Great video! Hope this works!
Did it work?
@@LSGproductions713 it actually did work thank you again and then about two weeks later it I had the same problem but it ended up being the battery connection cables so I replace them now it works great. Fingers crossed lol I don’t wanna jinx myself.
So very helpful!!!!!!
Thanks man have a vibe needed to know
Any time!
Can one also get at the power window relays and or power window fuses more easily from this place than going through the ashtray or from below the dashboard in a 2007 Pontiac Vibe?
Not exactly sure. But this is one of the best spot that I know of to get to the relay fuse that I'm specifically discussing in the video.
Hey thanks alot...matrix got 150k miles my buddys has over 350k ..im not paying a car note
I've got a 03 Matrix with the same problem, great video on how to access it easier. Did you use any tool to pop it out or just your hand ?
I tried pulling it out and it won't budge.
Thanks
I just pulled on it. lol
So which fuse is the “Cig” I’m looking at the diagram but still like uhhhhhh
perfect, thanks!
You're welcome!
You rock
Very helpful ty
You are very welcome!
Mine is draining the battery I check the alternator and it works I don't know if I should check the alternator fuse is draining the battery after like 3 days or almost a week do you think might be the relay starter fuse? My starter still works it crank and quick start after the crank but when is draining the battery it takes like a bit to turn on and if I leave the car for a night when I go to sleep next day the car won't start until I jump it any thoughts?
Have you gone to AutoZone or O'Reilly's to have your alternator checked?
@@LSGproductions713 yes nothing bad with the alternator
@@LSGproductions713 i had old battery I bought a new one let's see how this one works plus the old one was not 26R group
@@barbariandelgado3018 Let me know how it turns out with the new battery.
How do you remove it on a 2006 Corolla? There is no such space. Is it bolt down? I cannot pull it out when lying down on my back looking upward.
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Thanks that help
I have a 05 pontiac vibe also sort of same issue but my woman was driving to the post office an it just cut off an it didnt want to start at all again checked everything starter battery the same fuses in the video but theres one u didnt look at its under the part your talking about the intergration relay im haveing trouble locating one for mine any suggestions or where to purchase
Quick suggestion, have someone sitting in the driver's seat turning the key while you tap on the starter with a hammer or another object. Don't hit the starter too hard, just give it love taps. Let me know what happens and get right back to me.
Yeah we did that but still wont start an its a pretty new part still
@@SiouxPremeG Sorry, I should of known beforehand because you mentioned that the car died while she was driving it. So if it's a automatic transmission and that happened then it's probably related to something else. Have you checked the alternator? It's a possibility that your alternator is going out which most likely drained the battery or it could be a fuel issue.
Yeah checked the fuel line got new ones its not that the alternator was changed along with the starter so we checked the fuses like in the video that starter fuse is good on mine its a relay intergration moduel or something like that cuase everything checked out to be okay an working
@@SiouxPremeG
Check this guy out.
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It's not the starter relay but, maybe you know where the relay fuse goes for the tail lights for 2006 Pontiac Vibe.
Remove the glove box compartment and look up you see a little tray of fuses
Did it work for you?? Did you lose the dash light dimmer too?
I finally took it to a shop and they fixed it for about 120, I needed lights because I work second shift.
@@irenegarcia1870 what was the cause?
thank you
Im having that problem right now. Does the fuse relay has to click? To know its bad? Thanks it would help alot.
In order to determine if the fuse is good, it needs to make a clicking noise and if it doesn't then it's most likely blown.
@@LSGproductions713 my 05 matrix xr absolutely wont start 2 garages couldn’t figure out the problem but my dash lights come on but no fire to start and tapping the starter doesn’t work either any idea if that may be fuse we changed MAF sensor and it didn’t run good after and when engine was cut off it would start after a while but now nothing
Mine starts with remote but wont with the key
Do you have an answer for me ?
I believe that the issue you are facing isn't related to the content of this video. But It sounds like your ignition switch or key are the issue. Inspect your key to see if it's worn or defective. If that checks out, then I would check the ignition switch.
Awesome.
Thank you! Cheers!
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So if you just bought a battery and your car started but then don't do you think it may need a jump or it may be a starter relay
Might be the starter relay fuse or the starter itself.
Holy sh!t dude
Are you okay?
My car has been sitting for over a month because I didn’t want to disassemble the dash
I watched your video. And now I’m on the way to the parts store with the relay in my hand.