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HOMESERVICE MANUALSCHEVROLET2006COBALT SS, 4D SEDAN, STANDARDREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT CARSECTION 187 (ANTILOCK BRAKE SYSTEM AND TRACTION CONTROL SYSTEM)REPAIR INSTRUCTIONSWHEEL SPEED SENSOR REPLACEMENT - REARINSTALLATION 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: Removing/Installing Wheel Speed Sensor
    GM929664Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  1. Install the wheel speed sensor through the drum brake backing plate to the wheel bearing/hub assembly.
  2. Seat the wheel speed sensor harness grommet into the backing plate.
    3. NOTE: Refer to Fastener Notice in Cautions and Notices.
  3. Install the wheel speed sensor mounting bolt.

    Tighten:  Tighten the bolt to 8 N.m (71 lb. in.).

    4. Fig 2: Disconnecting/Connecting Wheel Speed Sensor Electrical Connector
    GM933149Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  4. Connect the wheel speed sensor electrical connector.
  5. Install the brake shoes. Refer to Brake Shoe Replacement in Drum Brakes.
  6. Install the tire and wheel assembly. Refer to Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation in Tires and Wheels.
  7. Lower the vehicle.
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