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HOMESERVICE MANUALSCHEVROLET2006COBALT SS, 4D SEDAN, STANDARDREPAIR AND DIAGNOSIS (SINGLE PAGE)ENGINE MECHANICALCOOLING SYSTEM (MECHANICAL)ENGINE COOLING SYSTEM
2006 Chevrolet Cobalt SS, 4D Sedan, Standard
Engine Cooling System
2006 Chevrolet Cobalt SS, 4D Sedan, StandardSECTION Engine Cooling System
- Specifications
- Schematic and Routing Diagrams
- Component Locator
- Diagnostic Information and Procedures
- Diagnostic Code Index
- Diagnostic Starting Point - Engine Cooling
- Scan Tool Data List
- Scan Tool Data Definitions
- DTC P0480, P0481, or P0482 (LSJ, 2.0L)
- DTC P0480, P0481, or P0482 (L61, 2.2L/LE5, 2.4L)
- DTC P1258
- Symptoms - Engine Cooling
- Low Engine Coolant Indicator Always On
- Cooling Fan Always On (LSJ/2.0L)
- Cooling Fan Always On (LE5, 2.4L/L61, 2.2L)
- Cooling Fan Inoperative (2.0, LSJ)
- Cooling Fan Inoperative (2.2, L61/2.4L, LE5)
- Engine Overheating
- Loss of Coolant
- Thermostat Diagnosis
- Coolant Heater Inoperative
- Engine Fails To Reach Normal Operating Temperature
- Pressure Cap Testing
- Coolant Leak Testing (2.0L (LSJ))
- Coolant Leak Testing (2.2L (L61), 2.4L (LE5))
- Repair Instructions
- Draining and Filling Cooling System (2.0L (LSJ))
- Draining and Filling Cooling System (2.2L (L61), 2.4L (LE5))
- Draining and Filling Cooling System (GE 47716 Fill)
- Draining and Filling Cooling System - Charge Air Cooling System
- Coolant System Flushing
- Surge Tank Replacement
- Coolant Recovery Reservoir Replacement - Charge Air Cooler
- Surge Tank Hose/Pipe Replacement - Inlet
- Surge Tank Hose/Pipe Replacement - Outlet (2.4L (LE5))
- Surge Tank Hose/Pipe Replacement - Outlet (2.0L (LSJ), 2.2L (L61))
- Radiator Hose Replacement - Inlet (2.2L (L61), 2.4L (LE5))
- Radiator Hose Replacement - Inlet (2.0L (LSJ))
- Radiator Hose Replacement - Outlet (2.2L (L61))
- Radiator Hose Replacement - Outlet (2.0L (LSJ))
- Radiator Hose Replacement - Outlet (2.4L (LE5))
- Charge Air Cooler Radiator Hose Replacement - Inlet
- Charge Air Cooler Hose Replacement - Outlet
- Auxiliary Water Pump Hose Replacement - Inlet
- Auxiliary Water Pump Hose Replacement - Outlet
- Cooling Fan and Shroud Replacement (2.2L (L61), 2.4L (LE5))
- Cooling Fan and Shroud Replacement (2.0L (LSJ))
- Thermostat Housing Replacement (RPO LE5)
- Thermostat Housing Replacement (RPO LSJ)
- Thermostat Housing Replacement (RPO L61)
- Thermostat Replacement (RPO LE5)
- Thermostat Replacement (RPO LSJ)
- Thermostat Replacement (RPO L61)
- Water Pump Replacement
- Coolant Pump Replacement - Charge Air Cooler
- Drain Cock Replacement
- Fan Shroud Replacement
- Radiator Replacement
- Radiator Replacement - Charge Air Cooler
- Radiator Air Baffle and Deflector Replacement - Side
- Radiator Air Baffle and Deflector Replacement - Upper
- Coolant Heater Replacement
- Coolant Heater Cord Replacement
- Description and Operation
- Special Tools and Equipment
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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.