Output Shaft Speed Sensor Installation

2006 Chevrolet Cobalt SS, 4D Sedan, StandardSECTION Output Shaft Speed Sensor Installation
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    Fig 1: View Of Vehicle Speed Sensor Components
    GM25656Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  1. Inspect the vehicle speed sensor (62) for damage to the sensor, the electrical connector, or the O-ring (63).
  2. Clean and dry the vehicle speed sensor (62).
  3. Fig 2: Locating Output Shaft Speed Sensor
    GM20830Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  4. Install the O-ring (63) onto the speed sensor (62).
  5. Install the speed sensor (62) into the transmission case.
  6. NOTE: Refer to Fastener Notice in Cautions and Notices.
  7. Install the speed sensor stud (61).

    Tighten:Β  Tighten the speed sensor stud to 12 N.m (9 lb ft).

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