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HOMESERVICE MANUALSCHEVROLET2006COBALT SS, 4D SEDAN, STANDARDREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT CARSECTION 11 (SUPPLEMENTAL INFLATABLE RESTRAINT SYSTEM)SPECIFICATIONSFASTENER TIGHTENING SPECIFICATIONS
2006 Chevrolet Cobalt SS, 4D Sedan, Standard
Fastener Tightening Specifications
2006 Chevrolet Cobalt SS, 4D Sedan, StandardSECTION Fastener Tightening Specifications
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2005 Saturn L300. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
Fastener Tightening Specifications
| Torque Spec Description | Specification | |
|---|---|---|
| Metric | English | |
| Assist Handle Bracket-to-Roof Rail Bolts | 16 N.m | 12 lb ft |
| B-Pillar Fastener | 10 N.m | 89 lb in |
| B-Pillar Molding Fastener | 10 N.m | 89 lb in |
| Child Restraint Bracket Bolt | 20 N.m | 15 lb ft |
| Console Screws | 1.2 N.m | 11 lb in |
| Curtain Inflator Retaining Bolt (10 mm Hex Head) | 10 N.m | 89 lb in |
| Curtain Inflator Retaining Nut (10 mm Hex Head) | 10 N.m | 89 lb in |
| Curtain Inflator Retaining Screw (7 mm Hex Head) | 2.5 N.m | 22 lb in |
| Front Seat Anchoring Bolts | 20 N.m | 15 lb ft |
| Height Adjuster Fasteners | 35 N.m | 26 lb ft |
| Inflator Fasteners | 5 N.m | 18 lb in |
| Knee Bolster Bolts | 2.3 N.m | 20 lb in |
| Latch Bracket Attaching Bolts | 25 N.m | 18 lb ft |
| Passenger Inflator Module (Air Bag) Bolts | 10 N.m | 89 lb in |
| Rear Retractor-to-Vehicle Bolt | 35 N.m | 26 lb ft |
| Rear Seat Belt Shoulder Belt-to-C-Pillar | 35 N.m | 26 lb ft |
| Rear Seat Center Belt Buckle Fastener | 35 N.m | 26 lb ft |
| Rear Seat Shoulder Belt Retractor | 35 N.m | 26 lb ft |
| Rear Shoulder Belt-to-C-Pillar | 35 N.m | 26 lb ft |
| Rear Shoulder Belt-to-C-Pillar Bolt | 35 N.m | 26 lb ft |
| Rear Shoulder Belt-to-Floor Bolt | 35 N.m | 26 lb ft |
| Retractor Fastener | 35 N.m | 26 lb ft |
| SDM Nuts | 10 N.m | 89 lb in |
| SIS Fasteners | 10 N.m | 89 lb in |
| Safety Belt Guide Fasteners | 1.5 N.m | 13 lb in |
| Seat Belt Buckle-to-Seat Frame Fasteners | 35 N.m | 26 lb ft |
| Seat Center Seat Belt Bolts | 35 N.m | 26 lb ft |
| Shoulder Belt-to-Height Adjuster Bolt | 29 N.m | 21 lb ft |
| Shoulder Belt-to-Seat Track Fastener | 20 N.m | 15 lb ft |
| Steering Column Cover Fasterns | 4 N.m | 35 lb in |
| Steering Wheel Nut | 40 N.m | 30 lb ft |
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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.