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HOMESERVICE MANUALSCHEVROLET2006COBALT SS, 4D SEDAN, STANDARDREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT CARSECTION 122 (DISC BRAKE SYSTEM)
2006 Chevrolet Cobalt SS, 4D Sedan, Standard
Section 122 (Disc Brake System)
2006 Chevrolet Cobalt SS, 4D Sedan, StandardSECTION Section 122 (Disc Brake System)
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2005 Buick LaCrosse and 2005 Buick Allure. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
- Specifications
- Diagnostic Information and Procedures
- Diagnostic Starting Point - Disc Brakes
- Brake Rotor Thickness Measurement
- Brake Rotor Thickness Variation Measurement
- Brake Rotor Surface and Wear Inspection
- Brake Rotor Assembled Lateral Runout (LRO) Measurement
- Brake Pad Inspection
- Brake Caliper Inspection
- Disc Brake Mounting and Hardware Inspection - Front
- Disc Brake Mounting and Hardware Inspection - Rear
- Repair Instructions
- Brake Pads Replacement - Front (RPO J65. JL9)
- Brake Pads Replacement - Rear (RPO J65, JL9)
- Burnishing Pads and Rotors
- Brake Caliper Replacement - Front (RPO J65, JL9)
- Brake Caliper Replacement - Rear (RPO J65, JL9)
- Brake Caliper Overhaul - Front
- Brake Caliper Overhaul - Rear
- Disc Brake Hardware Replacement - Front
- Disc Brake Hardware Replacement - Rear
- Brake Caliper Bracket Replacement - Front (RPO J65, JL9)
- Brake Caliper Bracket Replacement - Rear (RPO J5, JL9)
- Brake Rotor Replacement - Front (RPO J65, JL9)
- Brake Rotor Replacement - Rear (RPO J65, JL9)
- Disc Brake Backing Plate Replacement - Rear
- Brake Rotor Assembled Lateral Runout (LRO) Correction
- Brake Rotor Assembled Lateral Runout (LRO) Correction - Indexing
- Brake Rotor Assembled Lateral Runout (LRO) Correction - Correction Plates
- Brake Rotor Assembled Lateral Runout (LRO) Correction - On-Vehicle Lathe
- Brake Rotor Refinishing
- 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.