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HOMESERVICE MANUALSCHEVROLET2006COBALT SS, 4D SEDAN, STANDARDREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT CARSECTION 520 (REAR SUSPENSION SYSTEM)REPAIR INSTRUCTIONSSUPPORT REPLACEMENTREMOVAL PROCEDURE
2006 Chevrolet Cobalt SS, 4D Sedan, Standard
Removal Procedure
2006 Chevrolet Cobalt SS, 4D Sedan, StandardSECTION Removal 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.
- Raise and support the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle .
- Remove the rear tires and wheels. Refer to Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation .
- Remove the exhaust pipe. Refer to Muffler Replacement (Dual Outlet) or Muffler Replacement (Single Outlet) .
- Disconnect the brake lines from the rear suspension support. Refer to Rear Brake Hose Replacement .
- Disconnect the parking brake cables and tensioner from the suspension support. Refer to Park Brake Cable Replacement - Rear (Z7U) .
- Remove the stabilizer shaft from the rear suspension support. Refer to Stabilizer Shaft Replacement .
- Remove the rear suspension support mounting bolts.
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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.