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HOMESERVICE MANUALSCHEVROLET2006COBALT SS, 4D SEDAN, STANDARDREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT CARSECTION 664 (FRONT SUSPENSION SYSTEM)REPAIR INSTRUCTIONSSTEERING KNUCKLE REPLACEMENT

2006 Chevrolet Cobalt SS, 4D Sedan, Standard

Steering Knuckle Replacement

2006 Chevrolet Cobalt SS, 4D Sedan, StandardSECTION Steering Knuckle Replacement

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2008 Pontiac G5 and 2008 Chevrolet Cobalt. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Fig 1: View Of Steering Knuckle Assembly

Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.

Callout	Component Name
Preliminary Procedure Raise and support the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle . Remove the wheel bearing and hub assembly. Refer to Front Wheel Bearing and Hub Replacement (L61/LE5) or Front Wheel Bearing and Hub Replacement (LSJ) . Remove the outer tie rod end from the knuckle. Refer to Rack and Pinion Outer Tie Rod End Replacement . Remove the lower control arm from the knuckle. Refer to Lower Control Arm Replacement .
1	Bolt (Qty: 2)
2	Nut (Qty: 2) NOTE: Refer to Fastener Notice . Tighten: 120 N.m (89 lb ft)
3	Steering Knuckle Tip: Check the wheel alignment. Refer to Wheel Alignment Measurement .

RENDER: 1.0x

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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.