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HOMESERVICE MANUALSCHEVROLET2006COBALT SS, 4D SEDAN, STANDARDREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT CARSECTION 126 (REAR SUSPENSION SYSTEM)REPAIR INSTRUCTIONSSTRUT ASSEMBLY REPLACEMENTINSTALLATION PROCEDURE

2006 Chevrolet Cobalt SS, 4D Sedan, Standard

Installation Procedure

2006 Chevrolet Cobalt SS, 4D Sedan, StandardSECTION Installation Procedure

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.

NOTE: Care should be taken to avoid chipping or scratching the coating when handling the suspension coil spring. Damage to the coating can cause premature failure.

Fig 1: View Of Strut

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Install the strut into place.

NOTE: Refer to Fastener Notice in Cautions and Notices.

Install the strut to knuckle bolts.
Tighten: Tighten the strut to knuckle bolts and nuts to 120 N.m (89 lb ft).

Fig 2: View Of Strut-To-Body Mount Nuts And Brake Hose Bracket Bolt

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Connect the stabilizer shaft link to the strut. Refer to Stabilizer Shaft Link Replacement .
Install the tire and wheel. Refer to Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation in Tires and Wheels.

Fig 3: Strut-To-Body Mount Nuts

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Install strut to body mount nuts (1).
Tighten: Tighten the strut to body mount nuts to 45 N.m (33 lb ft).
Lower the vehicle.
Adjust the rear wheel alignment. Refer to Wheel Alignment Specifications in Wheel Alignment.

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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.