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 726 (CONVENTIONAL BRAKE COMPONENTS)CONVENTIONAL BRAKE COMPONENTSPARKING BRAKE SWITCH TEST
2006 Chevrolet Cobalt SS, 4D Sedan, Standard
Parking Brake Switch Test
2006 Chevrolet Cobalt SS, 4D Sedan, StandardSECTION Parking Brake Switch Test
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2011 Honda Insight and 2010 Honda Insight. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
NOTE:
If both the ABS/VSA indicator and the brake system indicator come on at the same time, check the ABS or VSA system first: ABS (see
GENERAL TROUBLESHOOTING INFORMATION
), VSA (see
GENERAL TROUBLESHOOTING INFORMATION
).
- Remove the center console (see CENTER CONSOLE REMOVAL/INSTALLATION ).
- Disconnect the parking brake switch connector (A) from the parking brake switch (B).
- Check for continuity between the switch terminal (C) and body ground.
- With the parking brake lever pulled, there should be continuity.
- With the parking brake lever released, there should be no continuity.
NOTE: If the parking brake switch and the brake fluid level switch are OK, but the brake system indicator (Red) does not function, do the gauge control module self-diagnostic function (see SELF-DIAGNOSTIC FUNCTION ). - Reconnect the parking brake switch connector.
- Install the center console (see CENTER CONSOLE REMOVAL/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.