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DIY auto repair can cause serious injury, fire, or vehicle damage. These guides are for informational purposes only. Always follow OEM torque specs, wear PPE, and consult a certified mechanic if you are unsure. You are solely responsible for your safety.
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HOMESERVICE MANUALSPONTIAC2009VIBE BASE, 2.4 0, FWD, STANDARDREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT CARSECTION 25 (OBJECT DETECTION SYSTEM)DIAGNOSTIC INFORMATION AND PROCEDURESSIDE OBJECT SENSOR MALFUNCTIONCIRCUIT/SYSTEM VERIFICATION
2009 Pontiac Vibe Base, 2.4 0, FWD, Standard
Circuit/System Verification
2009 Pontiac Vibe Base, 2.4 0, FWD, StandardSECTION Circuit/System Verification
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- Ignition ON, verify the scan tool can communicate with right side object sensor.
- If the scan tool can not communicate with the right side object sensor, refer to Circuit/System Testing for Right Side Object Sensor Malfunction
- Verify the scan tool can communicate with left side object sensor.
- If the scan tool can not communicate with the left side object sensor, refer to Circuit/System Testing for Left Side Object Sensor Malfunction
- Ignition ON, verify that the side blind zone alert system indicators located in the outside rearview mirrors briefly turn ON and then turn OFF during the system self test.
- If both indicators do not briefly illuminate during the system self test, the side blind zone alert system has been disabled. Refer to Diagnostic Aids .
- If only one indicator does not briefly illuminate during the self test, refer to Circuit/System Testing for Side Object Indicator Malfunction.
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.