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HOMESERVICE MANUALSCHEVROLET2006COBALT SS, 4D SEDAN, STANDARDREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT CARSECTION 184 (FRONT SUSPENSION SYSTEM)REPAIR INSTRUCTIONSSTRUT, STRUT COMPONENT AND/OR SPRING REPLACEMENTINSTALLATION PROCEDURE

2006 Chevrolet Cobalt SS, 4D Sedan, Standard

Installation Procedure

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

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Fig 1: Locating Upper Mount Assembly, Strut Dust Shield, Strut Shaft & Spring

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Extend the strut to its limit of travel.
Install the hollow bumper and dust boot to the strut shaft.

Fig 2: Compressing Spring Assembly

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With the spring in the compressor, install the strut into the spring.
Assemble the upper spring seat onto the strut shaft and align the flat with the strut to knuckle mounting bracket.
Assemble the top mount onto the strut shaft and align the flat 180 degrees from flat on the upper spring seat.

Fig 3: Removing/Installing Strut Shaft & Nut

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Loosely install the strut shaft nut.

NOTE: Refer to Fastener Notice in Cautions and Notices.

Hold the strut shaft and tighten the shaft nut while verifying that the upper spring seat flats align with the top mount.
Tighten: Tighten the strut shaft nut to 75 N.m (55 lb. ft.).

Fig 4: Removing/Installing Strut Assembly Using J 45400

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Release the tension on the J 45400 . See Special Tools .
Remove the strut assembly from the J 45400 . See Special Tools .

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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.