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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 MANUALSCHEVROLET2006COBALT SS, 4D SEDAN, STANDARDREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT CARSECTION 12 (ENGINE CONTROLS - INTRODUCTION)REPAIR INSTRUCTIONSKNOCK SENSOR (KS) 2 REPLACEMENTREMOVAL PROCEDURE
2006 Chevrolet Cobalt SS, 4D Sedan, Standard
Removal Procedure
2006 Chevrolet Cobalt SS, 4D Sedan, StandardSECTION Removal Procedure
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- Turn the steering wheel all the way to the right.
- Turn the ignition OFF.
- Disconnect the knock sensor 2 harness connector.
- Following the steps below:
- Remove the knock sensor 2 pigtail from the camshaft position sensor clip.
- Pull the sensor pigtail wire away from the 1 attachment clip located about 6 inches down the wire from the camshaft position sensor clip.
- Tie a 4-foot long strip to one end of the knock sensor 2 connector and the other end to a fixed component near the camshaft position sensor.
- Slightly loosen the power steering pump pulley bolts. Do not back the bolts out.
- Remove the accessory drive belt.
- Remove the power steering pump pulley bolts and the power steering pump pulley.
- Raise the vehicle.
- Remove the knock sensor 2 attachment bolts and guide the knock sensor with a string out from the bottom. Remove the string from the end of the knock sensor, but leave the string hanging.
CAUTION:
Ensure that the vehicle is properly supported and squarely positioned. To help avoid personal injury when a vehicle is on a hoist, provide additional support for the vehicle on the opposite end from which the components are being removed.
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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.