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HOMESERVICE MANUALSCHEVROLET2006COBALT SS, 4D SEDAN, STANDARDREPAIR AND DIAGNOSIS (SINGLE PAGE)BRAKESPARKING BRAKE SYSTEMREPAIR INSTRUCTIONSPARK BRAKE LEVER ASSEMBLY REPLACEMENTREMOVAL PROCEDURE
2006 Chevrolet Cobalt SS, 4D Sedan, Standard
Removal Procedure
2006 Chevrolet Cobalt SS, 4D Sedan, StandardSECTION Removal Procedure
- Disable the SIR system. Refer to SIR Disabling and Enabling Zone 8 in SIR.
- Remove the front floor console. Refer to Console Replacement - Front Floor in Instrument Panel, Gages, and Console.
- Ensure that the park brake lever is in the fully released position.
- Release the tension from the park brake cable system at the front cable adjusting nut (1).
Using ONLY HAND TOOLS, loosen the adjusting nut (1) completely to the end of the front cable threaded rod.
- Disconnect the electrical connector (1) from the park brake warning lamp switch.
- With the park brake lever in the released position, release the rear park brake cable ends (3) from the cable equalizer.
- Release the rear cable fittings (2) from the park brake lever bracket (1).
- Remove the park brake lever mounting nuts.
- Remove the park brake lever assembly from the vehicle.
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- β’ You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- β’ Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- β’ The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- β’ You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- β’ You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.