Safety Warning
DIY auto repair can cause serious injury, fire, or vehicle damage. These guides are for informational purposes only. Always follow OEM torque specs, wear PPE, and consult a certified mechanic if you are unsure. You are solely responsible for your safety.
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HOMESERVICE MANUALSCHEVROLET2006COBALT SS, 4D SEDAN, STANDARDREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT CARSECTION 706 (ENGINE CONTROLS AND FUEL - 2.0L - DTC P0010 TO DTC P0299)DTC P0016 OR P0017CIRCUIT/SYSTEM VERIFICATION
2006 Chevrolet Cobalt SS, 4D Sedan, Standard
Circuit/System Verification
2006 Chevrolet Cobalt SS, 4D Sedan, StandardSECTION Circuit/System Verification
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2008 Chevrolet Cobalt. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
- Start the engine.
- Allow the engine to reach normal operating temperature.
- Allow the engine to idle.
- With a scan tool, monitor the Desired Exh. and Int. CMP, the Exh. and Int. CMP Angle, and the Exh. and Int. CMP Variance parameters. All parameters should display less than 1 degree.
- Using the scan tool output control function, command the CMP actuator to 25 degrees. The Desired CMP and the CMP Angle parameter should display 25 degrees. The CMP Variance Angle will rise for 2-3 seconds until the Desired and Actual parameters values match, then the CMP Variance parameter should return to zero degrees.
- If the vehicle passes the Circuit/System Verification Test, then operate the vehicle within the Conditions For Running The DTC. You may also operate the vehicle within the conditions that are captured in the Freeze Frame/Failure Records Data List.
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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.