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HOMESERVICE MANUALSCHEVROLET2006COBALT SS, 4D SEDAN, STANDARDREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT CARSECTION 51 (DISC BRAKE SYSTEM)REPAIR INSTRUCTIONSBRAKE ROTOR REPLACEMENT - FRONTINSTALLATION PROCEDURE

2006 Chevrolet Cobalt SS, 4D Sedan, Standard

Installation Procedure

2006 Chevrolet Cobalt SS, 4D Sedan, StandardSECTION Installation Procedure

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2005 Saturn L300. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Fig 1: Removing/Installing Rotor Retaining Screw

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Install the brake rotor onto the wheel hub.

NOTE: Refer to Fastener Notice in Cautions and Notices.

Tighten the rotor retaining screw.
Tighten: Tighten the brake rotor retaining screw to 4 N.m (35 lb in).
Clean the caliper support bracket fasteners thoroughly with brake and choke cleaner P/N 21007432 or equivalent.

IMPORTANT: If LOCTITE 272® Threadlocker or equivalent is not available, new caliper support bracket fasteners must be used.

Apply LOCTITE 272® Threadlocker or equivalent to the caliper support bracket fasteners.

Fig 2: Removing/Installing Caliper Bracket-To-Steering Knuckle Bolts

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Install the caliper bracket-to-steering knuckle bolts.
Tighten: Tighten the brake caliper-to-steering knuckle bolts to 95 N.m (70 lb ft).

Fig 3: Removing/Installing Brake Pressure Hose At Strut

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Attach the brake pressure hose and install the locking plate.
Install the tire and wheel assembly. Refer to Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation in Tires and Wheels.
Lower the vehicle from the hoist.

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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.