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HOMESERVICE MANUALSCHEVROLET2006COBALT SS, 4D SEDAN, STANDARDREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT CARSECTION 435 (ENGINE COOLING SYSTEM)REPAIR INSTRUCTIONSRADIATOR REPLACEMENT (L61)INSTALLATION 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: View Of Radiator Seals
    GM931817Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  1. Install the radiator seals to the radiator.
  2. Install the radiator to the vehicle.
    3. Fig 2: View Of Radiator Outlet (L61) Hose At Radiator
    GM931390Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  3. Install the radiator outlet hose to the radiator.
  4. Install the radiator outlet hose clamp to the radiator.
    5. Fig 3: View Of Radiator Inlet Hose At Radiator
    GM1340565Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  5. Install the radiator inlet hose to the radiator.
  6. Install the radiator inlet hose clamp to the radiator.
    7. Fig 4: View Of CRFM Mounting Brackets To The Radiator Support
    GM948980Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  7. Install the CRFM bracket to the radiator support.
    8. NOTE: Refer to Fastener Notice in Cautions and Notices.
  8. Install the CRFM brackets bolts to the radiator.

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

  9. Install the transmission cooler to the vehicle, if equipped. Press down to engage the upper retention tabs.

    Tighten  Tighten the fittings to 16 Nm (12 lb ft).

    Fig 5: Condenser & Radiator
    GM949047Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  10. Install the condenser to the radiator. Press down to engage the upper retention tabs.
    Fig 6: Removing/Installing Fan Assembly From Radiator
    GM931378Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  11. Install the fan assembly to the radiator.
  12. Install the fan assembly bolts to the radiator.

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

    Fig 7: View Of CRFM Closeout/Splash Panel To Condenser
    GM948958Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  13. Install the CRFM closeout panel to the condenser.
  14. Install the CRFM closeout panel retainers to the condenser.
    Fig 8: View Of Battery Box Inlet Air Duct
    GM948926Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  15. Install the battery box inlet air duct.
  16. Install the front fascia. Refer to Fascia Replacement - Front Bumper in Bumpers.
  17. Fill the cooling system. Refer to Draining and Filling Cooling System (GE 47716 Fill)  or Draining and Filling Cooling System (Static Fill) .
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