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HOMESERVICE MANUALSCHEVROLET2006COBALT SS, 4D SEDAN, STANDARDREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT CARSECTION 830 (DISC BRAKE SYSTEM)REPAIR INSTRUCTIONSFRONT BRAKE CALIPER HARDWARE REPLACEMENT (WITH RPO LNF)INSTALLATION PROCEDURE

2006 Chevrolet Cobalt SS, 4D Sedan, Standard

Installation Procedure

2006 Chevrolet Cobalt SS, 4D Sedan, StandardSECTION Installation Procedure

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2010 Pontiac G5 and 2010 Chevrolet Cobalt. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Fig 1: Removing & Installing Brake Pads

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Install the brake pads (1) to the caliper.
Install the upper caliper guide pin (2) through the caliper, inner and outer brake pads.
Using a hammer and punch seat the upper guide pin to the outer caliper half. Ensure the caliper guide pin is seated into the outer caliper pin seat.

Fig 2: Identifying Lower Caliper Guide Pin & Brake Pad Retainer

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Install the brake pad retainer (1) under the upper caliper pin assembly.
Rotate brake pad retainer downward.
Hold the brake pad retainer down and install the lower caliper guide pin (2) through the caliper, inner and outer brake pads.
Using a hammer and punch seat the upper guide pin to the outer caliper half. Ensure the caliper guide pin is seated into the outer caliper pin seat. Ensure the brake pad retainer is centered retaining both brake pads.
Install the tire and wheel. Refer to Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation .

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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.