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HOMESERVICE MANUALSCHEVROLET2006COBALT SS, 4D SEDAN, STANDARDREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT CARSECTION 505 (POWER STEERING SYSTEM)
2006 Chevrolet Cobalt SS, 4D Sedan, Standard
Section 505 (Power Steering System)
2006 Chevrolet Cobalt SS, 4D Sedan, StandardSECTION Section 505 (Power Steering System)
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2007 Chevrolet Monte Carlo and 2007 Chevrolet Impala. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
- Specifications
- Component Locator
- Diagnostic Information and Procedures
- Diagnostic Starting Point - Power Steering System (w/o Electro-Hydraulic Steering)
- Symptoms - Power Steering System
- Power Steering System Test
- Power Steering Fluid Leaks
- Rattle, Clunk, or Shudder Noise from the Power Steering System
- Whine or Growl Noise from the Power Steering System
- Poor Return of Steering Wheel
- Steering Effort Hard or Too Easy in One or Both Directions
- Repair Instructions
- Power Steering System Bleeding
- Checking and Adding Power Steering Fluid
- Power Steering System Flushing
- Remote Power Steering Fluid Reservoir Replacement
- Power Steering Pulley Replacement (LS4)
- Power Steering Pulley Replacement (LZ4/LZE/LZ9)
- Power Steering Pump Replacement (LS4)
- Power Steering Pump Replacement (LZ4/LZE/LZ9)
- Power Steering Reservoir Replacement - Off Vehicle (CB Series)
- Power Steering Pump Flow Control Valve Replacement - Off Vehicle (CB Series)
- Power Steering Pump Shaft Seal Replacement (CB)
- Rack and Pinion Outer Tie Rod End Replacement
- Rack and Pinion Boot Replacement - On Vehicle
- Power Steering Cooler Pipe/Hose Replacement
- Power Steering Pressure Pipe/Hose Replacement (LS4)
- Power Steering Pressure Pipe/Hose Replacement (LZ4/LZE/LZ9)
- Power Steering Return Hose Replacement (LS4)
- Power Steering Return Hose Replacement (LZ4/LZE/LZ9)
- Power Steering Gear Replacement
- Rack and Pinion Gear Rack Bearing Preload Adjustment - Off Vehicle (Rack and Pinion)
- Rack and Pinion Boot and Breather Tube Replacement - Off Vehicle
- Rack and Pinion Inner Tie Rod Replacement - Off Vehicle (Quiet Valve)
- Steering Gear Cylinder Pipe Assemblies/O-Ring Seals Replacement - Off Vehicle
- 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.