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HOMESERVICE MANUALSCHEVROLET2006COBALT SS, 4D SEDAN, STANDARDREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT CARSECTION 731 (CONTINUOUSLY VARIABLE TRANSMISSION (CVT))GENERAL TROUBLESHOOTING INFORMATIONPCM/TCM RESET
2006 Chevrolet Cobalt SS, 4D Sedan, Standard
PCM/TCM Reset
2006 Chevrolet Cobalt SS, 4D Sedan, StandardSECTION PCM/TCM Reset
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:
To reset the PCM/TCM, initialize only the automatic transmission memory stored in the PCM or the TCM.
- Select the A/T system with the HDS.
- Reset the PCM/TCM with the HDS while the engine is stopped.
- Turn the ignition switch to LOCK (0).
- Turn the ignition switch to ON (II), and wait 30 records.
- Turn the ignition switch to LOCK (0), and disconnect the HDS from the DLC.
- Do the PCM idle learn procedure (see PCM IDLE LEARN PROCEDURE ).
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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.