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HOMESERVICE MANUALSCHEVROLET2006COBALT SS, 4D SEDAN, STANDARDREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT CARSECTION 358 (ENGINE COOLING SYSTEM)
2006 Chevrolet Cobalt SS, 4D Sedan, Standard
Section 358 (Engine Cooling System)
2006 Chevrolet Cobalt SS, 4D Sedan, StandardSECTION Section 358 (Engine Cooling System)
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- Specifications
- Schematic and Routing Diagrams
- Component Locator
- Diagnostic Information and Procedures
- Diagnostic Code Index
- Diagnostic Starting Point - Engine Cooling
- Scan Tool Output Controls
- Scan Tool Data List
- Scan Tool Data Definitions
- DTC P0480 or P0481
- DTC P1258
- Symptoms - Engine Cooling
- Engine Coolant Temperature Indicator Always On
- Cooling Fan Always On
- Cooling Fan Inoperative
- Engine Overheating
- Loss of Coolant
- Thermostat Diagnosis
- Coolant Heater Inoperative
- Engine Fails To Reach Normal Operating Temperature
- Pressure Cap Testing
- Coolant Leak Testing
- Repair Instructions
- Draining and Filling Cooling System (LS4 Static Fill)
- Draining and Filling Cooling System (LZE, LZ4, LZ9 Static Fill)
- Draining and Filling Cooling System (9C1, 9C3 Static Fill)
- Draining and Filling Cooling System (LS4 GE 47716 Fill)
- Draining and Filling Cooling System (LZE, LZ4, LZ9, 9C1, 9C3 GE 4771 Fill)
- Flushing
- Radiator Cleaning
- Coolant Recovery Reservoir Replacement (RPOs LZE, LZ4, LZ9)
- Coolant Recovery Reservoir Replacement (RPO LS4)
- Inlet Radiator Hose Replacement - (RPO LS4)
- Inlet Radiator Hose Replacement - (RPOs LZE, LZ4, LZ9)
- Outlet Radiator Hose Replacement - (RPO LS4)
- Outlet Radiator Hose Replacement - (RPOs LZE, LZ4, LZ9)
- Engine Oil Cooler Pipe/Hose Quick Connect Fitting
- Engine Oil Cooler Hose/Pipe Replacement
- Auxiliary Engine Oil Cooler Replacement
- Electric Cooling Fan Motor Replacement
- Thermostat Housing Replacement (RPOs LZE/LZ4/LZ9)
- Thermostat Housing Replacement (RPO LS4)
- Thermostat Replacement (RPOs LZE/LZ4/LZ9)
- Thermostat Replacement (RPO LS4)
- Coolant Crossover Pipe Replacement (RPOs LZE/LZ9)
- Coolant Air Bleed Pipe Assembly Replacement (RPO LS4)
- Coolant Air Bleed Hose Replacement (RPO LS4)
- Water Pump Replacement (RPOs LZE/LZ4/LZ9)
- Water Pump Replacement (RPO LS4)
- Coolant Pump Manifold Replacement (RPO LS4)
- Drain Cock Replacement
- Fan Shroud Replacement
- Radiator Replacement
- Lower Radiator Air Baffle and Deflector Replacement
- Upper Radiator Air Baffle and Deflector Replacement
- Coolant Heater Replacement (RPOs LZE/LZ4/LZ9)
- Coolant Heater Replacement (RPO LS4)
- Coolant Heater Cord Replacement (RPOs LZE/LZ4/LZ9)
- Coolant Heater Cord Replacement (RPO LS4)
- Description and Operation
- Special Tools and Equipment
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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.