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HOMESERVICE MANUALSCHEVROLET2006COBALT SS, 4D SEDAN, STANDARDREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT CARSECTION 520 (REAR SUSPENSION SYSTEM)REPAIR INSTRUCTIONSSUPPORT REPLACEMENTINSTALLATION 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 2007 Chevrolet Monte Carlo and 2007 Chevrolet Impala. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
- Position the rear suspension support in place.
- Install the rear wheel spindle rod-to-rear suspension support bolts and nuts.
Tighten: Tighten the nuts to 135 N.m (100 lb ft).
NOTE: Refer to Fastener Notice . - Install the rear suspension support mounting bolts.
Tighten: Tighten the bolts to 110 N.m (81 lb ft).
- Position the rear wheel spindle rod to the knuckle.
- Install the retaining bolts and nuts to the knuckle.
Tighten: Tighten the nut to 150 N.m (111 lb ft).
- Install the stabilizer shaft to the rear suspension support. Refer to Stabilizer Shaft Replacement .
- Connect the brake lines to the rear suspension support. Refer to Rear Brake Hose Replacement .
- Install the parking brake cables and the tensioner. Refer to Park Brake Cable Replacement - Rear (Z7U) .
- Install the exhaust pipe. Refer to Muffler Replacement (Dual Outlet) or Muffler Replacement (Single Outlet) .
- Install the tires and wheels. Refer to Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation .
- Lower the vehicle.
- Adjust the rear wheel alignment. Refer to Measuring Wheel Alignment .
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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.