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HOMESERVICE MANUALSCHEVROLET2006COBALT SS, 4D SEDAN, STANDARDREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISBODY & FRAMESEATSSEAT SYSTEMREPAIR INSTRUCTIONSSEAT BACK FRAME REPLACEMENT - FRONT
2006 Chevrolet Cobalt SS, 4D Sedan, Standard

Seat Back Frame Replacement - Front

2006 Chevrolet Cobalt SS, 4D Sedan, StandardSECTION Seat Back Frame Replacement - Front
Fig 1: Identifying Seat Back Frame - Front
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Seat Back Frame Replacement - Front

Callout Component Name
NOTE: Refer to Fastener Notice .
Fastener Tightening Specifications:  Refer to Fastener Tightening Specifications .

Preliminary Procedures

  1. Remove the front seat. Refer to Seat Replacement - Front Bucket .
  2. Remove the cushion frame. Refer to Seat Cushion Frame Replacement - Front .
  3. Remove the seat back cover and pad assembly. Refer to Seat Back Cover and Pad Replacement - Front .
  4. Adjust the seat back position until the notches in the seat back line up with the springs.
  5. Slide the spring onto the notches. Ensure that the springs are completely engaged into the notches.
  6. Adjust the seat back forward to allow the springs to be lifted from the impact tube.
1 Nut, Seat Back Frame (Qty: 6)

Tighten:  20 N.m (14 lb ft)
2 Frame Assembly, Seat Back
Tip:  Separate the seat adjuster tracks.
RENDER: 1.0x

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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.