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HOMESERVICE MANUALSCHEVROLET2006COBALT SS, 4D SEDAN, STANDARDREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT CARSECTION 727 (STEERING)RACK GUIDE ADJUSTMENT
2006 Chevrolet Cobalt SS, 4D Sedan, Standard
Rack Guide Adjustment
2006 Chevrolet Cobalt SS, 4D Sedan, StandardSECTION Rack Guide Adjustment
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.
Special Tools Required
Locknut Wrench, 40 mm 07MAA-SL00100
- Set the steering wheel in the straight ahead driving position.
- Raise the vehicle on a lift, (see LIFT AND SUPPORT POINTS )
- Loosen the rack guide screw locknut (A) with the locknut wrench, then remove the rack guide screw (B).
- Remove the old sealant from the rack guide screw (A), and apply new sealant (Three Bond 1215 or Loctite 5699) to the middle of the threads (B). Loosely install the rack guide screw on the steering gearbox.NOTE: If more than 5 minutes has passed after applying the sealant, remove the old sealant and residue, and reapply new sealant.
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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.