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HOMESERVICE MANUALSCHEVROLET2006COBALT SS, 4D SEDAN, STANDARDREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT CARSECTION 673 (WIPER SYSTEM & WASHER SYSTEM)REPAIR INSTRUCTIONSWINDSHIELD WIPER MOTOR 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 2008 Pontiac G5 and 2008 Chevrolet Cobalt. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
- Position the wiper motor to the wiper transmission assembly.
- Install the wiper motor screws.
Tighten: Tighten the screws to 8 N.m (71 lb in).
- Install the wiper motor crank arm and crank arm nut.
Tighten: Tighten the nut to 25 N.m (18 lb ft).
- Install the windshield wiper transmission. Refer to Windshield Wiper Transmission Replacement .
- Install the air inlet grille panel. Refer to Air Inlet Grille Panel Replacement .
NOTE:
Refer to Fastener Notice
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IMPORTANT:
The new wiper motor comes pre-timed from the factory in the PARK position. Do Not energize the wiper motor prior to installation.
If the wiper motor is energized, the wiper motor must be electrically returned to the PARK position as shown, prior to installation.
If the wiper motor is energized, the wiper motor must be electrically returned to the PARK position as shown, prior to installation.
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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.