Safety Warning
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 181 (GENERAL INFORMATION)INTRODUCTIONKEY AND LOCK CYLINDER CODINGDOOR LOCK CYLINDER CODINGBALANCE OF ASSEMBLY
2006 Chevrolet Cobalt SS, 4D Sedan, Standard
Balance of Assembly
2006 Chevrolet Cobalt SS, 4D Sedan, StandardSECTION Balance of Assembly
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- With key inserted into cylinder, insert cylinder into housing (2). This will hold the pawl (1) into position once the cylinder is inserted into the housing.
- Shutter (8) and compression spring (6) are pre assembled to the cylinder in the service package.
- Install the cap (9) by aligning the notch in the cap with the large drain slot in the housing and pressing the cap until it bottoms out and snaps onto the housing (2).
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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.