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HOMESERVICE MANUALSCHEVROLET2006COBALT SS, 4D SEDAN, STANDARDREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT CARSECTION 710 (ENGINE COOLING SYSTEM)DIAGNOSTIC INFORMATION AND PROCEDURESLOW ENGINE COOLANT INDICATOR ALWAYS ONCIRCUIT/SYSTEM TESTING
2006 Chevrolet Cobalt SS, 4D Sedan, Standard
Circuit/System Testing
2006 Chevrolet Cobalt SS, 4D Sedan, StandardSECTION Circuit/System Testing
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.
IMPORTANT:
Circuit/System Verification must be performed before performing the Circuit/System Testing.
- Ignition OFF, disconnect the harness connector at the coolant level switch.
- Test for less than 5 ohms of resistance between the ground circuit terminal B and ground.
- If greater than the specified range, test the ground circuit for an open/high resistance.
- Ignition ON, verify the scan tool coolant level switch parameter reads LOW.
- If not the specified value, test the signal circuit terminal A for a short to ground. If the circuit tests normal, replace the control module.
- Install a 3A fused jumper wire between the signal circuit terminal A and the ground circuit terminal B. Verify the scan tool coolant level switch parameter reads OK.
- If not the specified value, test the signal circuit for a short to voltage or an open/high resistance. If the circuit tests normal, replace the control module.
- If all circuits test normal, test or replace the coolant level switch.
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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.