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HOMESERVICE MANUALSCHEVROLET2006COBALT SS, 4D SEDAN, STANDARDREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT CARSECTION 762 (VSA (VEHICLE STABILITY ASSIST) SYSTEM COMPONENTS)WHEEL SPEED SENSOR REPLACEMENTFRONT

2006 Chevrolet Cobalt SS, 4D Sedan, Standard

Wheel Speed Sensor Replacement: Front

2006 Chevrolet Cobalt SS, 4D Sedan, StandardSECTION Front

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.

Turn the ignition switch to LOCK (0).
Remove the front wheels.
Remove the grommet (A), then disconnect the wheel speed sensor connector (B).

Fig 1: Wheel Speed Sensor Connector , Grommet And Bolt With Torque Specifications
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Remove the bolt and the bracket (C), the clip (D), and the grommet (E).
Remove the bolt and the wheel speed sensor (F).
Install the wheel speed sensor in the reverse order of removal, and note these items:
- Do not twist the sensor wires.
- If the wheel speed sensor comes in contact with the hub bearing unit, it is faulty.
- Make sure the grommet is installed properly.
- Make sure there is no debris in the sensor mounting hole.
Start the engine, and make sure the ABS and the VSA indicators go off.
Test-drive the vehicle, and make sure the ABS and the VSA indicators do not come on.

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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.