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HOMESERVICE MANUALSCHEVROLET2006COBALT SS, 4D SEDAN, STANDARDREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT CARSECTION 356 (ENGINE MECHANICAL - 3.9L)REPAIR INSTRUCTIONSON-VEHICLE REPAIR INSTRUCTIONSENGINE FRONT COVER REPLACEMENTREMOVAL PROCEDURE

2006 Chevrolet Cobalt SS, 4D Sedan, Standard

Removal Procedure

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

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2006 Chevrolet Monte Carlo and 2006 Chevrolet Impala. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Fig 1: Identifying Engine Front Cover, Bolts & Gasket

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Drain the cooling system. Refer to Draining and Filling Cooling System (LZE, LZ4, LZ9 Static Fill) or Draining and Filling Cooling System (LZE, LZ4, LZ9, 9C1, 9C3 GE 4771 Fill) .
Remove the drive belt tensioner. Refer to Drive Belt Tensioner Replacement .
Remove the oil pan. Refer to Oil Pan Replacement .
Remove the crankshaft balancer. Refer to Crankshaft Balancer Replacement .
Remove the crankshaft position actuator magnet. Refer to Camshaft Position Actuator Magnet Replacement .
Remove the thermostat housing. Refer to Thermostat Housing Replacement (RPOs LZE/LZ4/LZ9) .
Remove the water pump. Refer to Water Pump Replacement (RPOs LZE/LZ4/LZ9) .
Remove the engine front cover bolts.
Remove the engine front cover.
Remove the engine front cover gasket.

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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.