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HOMESERVICE MANUALSCHEVROLET2006COBALT SS, 4D SEDAN, STANDARDREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT CARSECTION 738 (STARTING SYSTEM)STARTER REMOVAL AND INSTALLATIONINSTALLATION
2006 Chevrolet Cobalt SS, 4D Sedan, Standard
Starter Removal and Installation: Installation
2006 Chevrolet Cobalt SS, 4D Sedan, StandardSECTION Installation
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- Install the starter, then tighten the starter mounting bolts.
- Connect the positive starter cable (A) and the BLK/WHT harness connector (B) to the S terminal, then install the heater hose bracket (C). Make sure the crimped side of the ring terminal is facing out.
- Install the air cleaner (see AIR CLEANER REMOVAL/INSTALLATION ).
- Do the 12 volt battery terminal reconnection procedure (see 12 VOLT BATTERY TERMINAL DISCONNECTION AND RECONNECTION ).
- If the IMA battery level indicator displays no level, start the engine, and hold it between 3,500 and 4,000 rpm without load (in P or N) until the level in the indicator is half full.
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- β’ You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- β’ Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- β’ The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- β’ You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- β’ You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.