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.
SYS.OK|MANUAL.DB● LIVE
HOMESERVICE MANUALSCHEVROLET2006COBALT SS, 4D SEDAN, STANDARDREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT CARSECTION 727 (STEERING)POWER ASSIST CHECK
2006 Chevrolet Cobalt SS, 4D Sedan, Standard
Power Assist Check
2006 Chevrolet Cobalt SS, 4D Sedan, StandardSECTION Power Assist Check
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:
This test should be done with original equipment tires and wheels at the correct tire pressure.
- Start the engine, and let it idle.
- Attach a commercially available spring scale to the steering wheel. With the engine idling and the vehicle on a clean, dry floor, pull the scale as shown, and read it as soon as the tires begin to turn.
Power assist: 34 N (3.5 kgf, 7.7 lbf)
- If the scale reads no more than the specification, the power assist is OK. If it reads more, check these items:
- Steering linkage (see STEERING LINKAGE AND GEARBOX INSPECTION )
- Rack guide adjustment (see RACK GUIDE ADJUSTMENT )
- EPS system (see GENERAL TROUBLESHOOTING INFORMATION )
RENDER: 1.0x
NO RELATED
Recommended Tools & Savings
Use the Manual With the Right Hardware
Pair factory procedures with proven DIY tools so the instructions are easier to execute.
Affiliate disclosure: We may earn a commission at no extra cost to you.
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.