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HOMESERVICE MANUALSCHEVROLET2006COBALT SS, 4D SEDAN, STANDARDREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT CARSECTION 692 (ENGINE CONTROL SYSTEM & FUEL SYSTEM - 2.4L - INTRODUCTION (2 OF 2))REPAIR INSTRUCTIONSFILLER TUBE 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.
- Remove the caps or plugs from the fuel tank opening and vent line.
- Install the fuel fill hose to the fuel tank. Align the "D" notch on the fill hose (1) with the "D" notch on the fuel tank (1).
- Tighten the fuel fill hose clamp (3) at the fuel tank.
Tighten:Β Tighten the clamp to 4.5 N.m (40 lb in).
- Connect the fuel tank vent line quick connect fitting (2) to the fill pipe recirculation line. Refer to Plastic Collar Quick Connect Fitting ServiceΒ .
- Install the fuel fill pipe lower bolt.
Tighten:Β Tighten the bolt to 10 N.m (89 lb in).
- Remove the cap or plug from the EVAP canister fitting.
- Connect the fuel fill vent pipe quick connect fitting (1) to the EVAP canister. Refer to Plastic Collar Quick Connect Fitting ServiceΒ .
- Lower the vehicle.
- Install the fuel fill pocket. Refer to Fuel Tank Filler Pipe Housing Replacement .
- Refill the fuel tank.
NOTE:
Refer to Fastener Notice
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- β’ You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- β’ Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- β’ The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- β’ You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- β’ You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.