Symptom Troubleshooting Index

2006 Chevrolet Cobalt SS, 4D Sedan, StandardSECTION Symptom Troubleshooting Index
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SYMPTOM TROUBLESHOOTING INDEX

Symptom Diagnostic procedure Also check for
SRS indicator does not come on Symptom Troubleshooting (see SYMPTOM TROUBLESHOOTING  ) Communication with the HDS
SRS indicator stays on, but no DTCs are stored, or cannot be read Symptom Troubleshooting (see SYMPTOM TROUBLESHOOTING  )
  • Charging system for under or overcharging
  • Communication with the HDS
Side airbag cutoff indicator flashes Check for DTCs. If any DTC is indicated, go to the DTC TROUBLESHOOTING 
  • ODS unit Initialization
  • Communication with the HDS
Side airbag cutoff indicator stays on Symptom Troubleshooting (see SIDE AIRBAG CUTOFF INDICATOR STAYS ON  ) Communication with the HDS
Side airbag cutoff indicator does not come on Symptom Troubleshooting (see SIDE AIRBAG CUTOFF INDICATOR STAYS ON  )
  • ODS unit Initialization
  • Communication with the HDS
Passenger's airbag cutoff indicator flashes Check for DTCs. If any DTC is indicated, go to the DTC TROUBLESHOOTING 
  • Communication with the HDS
  • ODS unit initialization
Passenger's airbag cutoff indicator stays on or comes on suddenly Symptom Troubleshooting (see PASSENGER'S AIRBAG CUTOFF INDICATOR STAYS ON OR COMES ON SUDDENLY  ) Communication with the HDS
Passenger's airbag cutoff indicator does not come on Check for DTCs. If any DTC is indicated, go to the DTC TROUBLESHOOTING  Communication with the HDS
HDS does not communicate with the SRS unit or the vehicle Troubleshoot the DLC circuit (see DLC CIRCUIT TROUBLESHOOTING ) Communication with the HDS
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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.