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HOMESERVICE MANUALSCHEVROLET2006COBALT SS, 4D SEDAN, STANDARDREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT CARSECTION 766 (FENDERWELL)SPLASH SHIELD REPLACEMENT
2006 Chevrolet Cobalt SS, 4D Sedan, Standard
Splash Shield Replacement
2006 Chevrolet Cobalt SS, 4D Sedan, StandardSECTION Splash Shield Replacement
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:
- Put on gloves to protect your hands.
- Take care not to scratch the body.
- When prying with a flat-tip screwdriver, wrap it with protective tape to prevent damage.
- Remove the splash shield (A).
- From the wheel arch on both sides, remove the clips (B.) securing the splash shield and the front inner fender (C) to the body, and remove the clips (D) securing the splash shield to the body.
- From under the front bumper (E), remove the clips (F) and the screws (G).
- From under the body, remove the clips (H, I).
- Release the hooks (J) of the splash shield from the front inner fender, then pull the splash shield out.
- If necessary, remove the screws (K), then remove the engine under cover (L).
NOTE: To release the clips (B, D, F, H), pry up on the center pin at the notch (M).
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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.