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HOMESERVICE MANUALSCHEVROLET2006COBALT SS, 4D SEDAN, STANDARDREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT CARSECTION 166 (ENGINE CONTROLS - 3.5L (L66) INTRODUCTION)REPAIR INSTRUCTIONSFILLER TUBE REPLACEMENTREMOVAL PROCEDURE
2006 Chevrolet Cobalt SS, 4D Sedan, Standard

Removal Procedure

2006 Chevrolet Cobalt SS, 4D Sedan, StandardSECTION Removal Procedure
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    CAUTION: Do not allow smoking or the use of open flames in the area where work on the fuel or EVAP system is taking place. Anytime work is being done on the fuel system, disconnect the negative battery cable, except for those tests where battery voltage is required.
  1. Ensure that the fuel level in the tank is less than 1/4 full. If necessary, drain the fuel tank to at least this level. Refer to Fuel Tank Draining Procedure .
  2. Disconnect the negative battery cable. Refer to Battery Negative Cable Disconnect/Connect Procedure in Engine Electrical.
  3. Remove the fuel filler cap.
  4. Push/pry the closeout grommet to expose the fuel fill neck attachment bolt. Remove the fill neck attachment bolt.
    Fig 1: Fuel Neck Attachment & Bolt
    GM927722Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  5. Raise and support the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle in General Information.
  6. Remove the right rear wheel and tire. Refer to Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation in Tires and Wheels.
  7. Remove the right rear wheelhouse inner liner. Refer to Wheelhouse Liner Panel Replacement - Rear in Body Rear End.
  8. Remove the fuel filler pipe intermediate bracket bolt.
    Fig 2: View Of Fuel Pipe Intermediate Bracket Bolt
    GM932666Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  9. Disengage the fuel filler neck from the support bracket by moving the fuel filter neck up and to the left, toward the rear of the vehicle.
  10. Disconnect the fuel fill pipe vent tube, fresh air hose, and fuel fill hose from the fuel tank.
    Fig 3: View Of Fuel Filler Pipe, EVAP Vent & Fresh Air Hoses At Fuel Tank
    GM1347586Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  11. Disengage the filler pipe hose from the fuel tank and remove the fuel filler pipe and rubber grommet from the vehicle.
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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.