Installation Procedure

2006 Chevrolet Cobalt SS, 4D Sedan, StandardSECTION Installation Procedure
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    Fig 1: View Of Navigation Antenna Coaxial Cable
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  1. Install the antenna cable (1) to the vehicle. Use electrical tape in order to secure the antenna cable to the top of the wiring harness. Secure the cable to the harness at least every 150 mm (6 in).
  2. Fig 2: View of Antenna Extension Cable
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  3. Connect the antenna cable to the antenna extension cable.
  4. Install the carpet. Refer to Carpet Replacement - Front in Interior Trim.
  5. Install the lower center pillar trim panel. Refer to Trim Panel Replacement - Lower Center Pillar in Interior Trim.
  6. Install the left lower pillar garnish molding. Refer to Garnish Molding Replacement - Lower Pillar in Interior Trim.
  7. Fig 3: View Of Radio Antenna Module & Antenna Cable
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  8. Connect the antenna cable (2) to the radio antenna module
  9. Install the headliner. Refer to Headliner Replacement in Interior Trim.
  10. Install the left rear upper quarter trim panel. Refer to Trim Panel Replacement - Rear Quarter Upper in Interior Trim.
  11. Install the left rear quarter lower trim panel. Refer to Trim Panel Replacement - Rear Quarter Lower in Interior Trim.
  12. Install the rear seat back. Refer to Seat Back Replacement - Rear (Non-folding) or Seat Back Replacement - Rear (Folding) in Seats.
  13. Install the rear seat cushion. Refer to Seat Cushion Replacement - Rear in Seats.
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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.