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HOMESERVICE MANUALSCHEVROLET2006COBALT SS, 4D SEDAN, STANDARDREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT CARSECTION 664 (FRONT SUSPENSION SYSTEM)REPAIR INSTRUCTIONSWHEEL STUD REPLACEMENT (5-STUD PATTERN)REMOVAL 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 2008 Pontiac G5 and 2008 Chevrolet Cobalt. 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 tire and wheel assembly. Refer to Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation .
- Without disconnecting the hydraulic brake flex hose, remove and support the brake caliper and bracket as an assembly, and remove the brake rotor. Refer to Front Brake Rotor Replacement (Without RPO LNF) or Front Brake Rotor Replacement (With RPO LNF) .
- Rotate the bearing hub to a position where the least amount of interference between the stud and the steering knuckle exists.
- Using the J 43631 , release the wheel stud from the bearing hub and discard the stud.
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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.