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HOMESERVICE MANUALSCHEVROLET2006COBALT SS, 4D SEDAN, STANDARDREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT CARSECTION 372 (POWER ROOF SYSTEM)REPAIR INSTRUCTIONSSUNROOF TRACK TIMING/SYNCHRONIZATIONREMOVAL 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.

Remove the headliner. Refer to Headliner Replacement (Impala) or Headliner Replacement (Monte Carlo) .
Disconnect the electrical connector from the motor/actuator.
Remove the motor/actuator. Refer to Sunroof Motor/Actuator Replacement .
Remove the sunroof window. Refer to Sunroof Window Replacement .
Manually slide the mechanism forward in the track until the mechanism reaches the hard stop.

Fig 1: View Of Cam Assembly, Timing Hole & Lifter Arm

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Push the cam assembly (2) forward until the timing hole (3) in the cam is aligned with the timing hole (4) in the lifter arm (1).

Fig 2: View Of Pin & Drive Motor

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Insert a pin (1) in the holes to hold the position while installing the drive motor.
IMPORTANT: Both mechanisms should now be in the closed position.
Repeat this procedure for the opposite side.

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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.