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HOMESERVICE MANUALSCHEVROLET2006COBALT SS, 4D SEDAN, STANDARDREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT CARSECTION 524 (DISC BRAKE SYSTEM)REPAIR INSTRUCTIONSDISC BRAKE HARDWARE 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 2007 Chevrolet Monte Carlo and 2007 Chevrolet Impala. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Lubricate the bores (3), the inside part of the bolt boot (2) and the caliper pin bolts (4) with GM P/N 18047666, or equivalent.

Fig 1: Identifying Caliper Guide Pin & Caliper Pin Bolts
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Press the new caliper pin bolt boots into the caliper pin bores.
Install the brake caliper bracket. Refer to Brake Caliper Bracket Replacement - Front .
Install the brake pad retainers (1) to the caliper bracket.

Fig 2: View Of Brake Pads, Brake Pad Retainers, & Caliper Bracket
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Install the brake pads (2) to the caliper bracket.
Remove the heavy mechanics wire (1) and install the brake caliper. Refer to Front Brake Caliper Replacement .

Fig 3: View Of Brake Caliper & Caliper Bracket
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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.