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HOMESERVICE MANUALSCHEVROLET2006COBALT SS, 4D SEDAN, STANDARDREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT CARSECTION 860 (ENGINE COOLING SYSTEM)SPECIFICATIONSFASTENER TIGHTENING SPECIFICATIONS
2006 Chevrolet Cobalt SS, 4D Sedan, Standard
Fastener Tightening Specifications
2006 Chevrolet Cobalt SS, 4D Sedan, StandardSECTION Fastener Tightening Specifications
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| Application | Specification | |
|---|---|---|
| Metric | English | |
| Air Cleaner Assembly Nut (RPO LE5/L61) | 10 N.m | 89 lb in |
| Charged Air Cooler Bolt | 10 N.m | 89 lb in |
| Charged Air Cooler Pump Clamp Bolt | 10 N.m | 89 lb in |
| Charged Air Cooler Reservoir Bolt | 8 N.m | 70 lb in |
| Condenser Bolt | 10 N.m | 89 lb in |
| Coolant Heater Bolt | 10 N.m | 89 lb in |
| Coolant Heater Cord Clip Nut (RPO LSJ) | 10 N.m | 89 lb in |
| Engine Coolant Temperature (ECT) Sensor | 20 N.m | 15 lb ft |
| Exhaust Shield Stud | 22 N.m | 16 lb ft |
| Lower Radiator Mount Bracket Bolt | 25 N.m | 18 lb ft |
| Positive Crankcase Ventilation (PCV) Tube/Hose Bolt/Nut (RPO LSJ) | 10 N.m | 89 lb in |
| Surge Tank Bolt | 6.5 N.m | 58 lb in |
| Thermostat Cover Bolt | 10 N.m | 89 lb in |
| Thermostat Housing Bolt | 10 N.m | 89 lb in |
| Transmission Oil Cooler Line to Radiator | 20 N.m | 15 lb ft |
| Underhood Junction Block Bracket Bolt | 25 N.m | 18 lb ft |
| Underhood Junction Block Bracket Nut | 10 N.m | 89 lb in |
| Water Pump Access Plate Bolt | 10 N.m | 89 lb in |
| Water Pump Bolt | 25 N.m | 18 lb ft |
| Water Pump Sprocket Bolt | 10 N.m | 89 lb in |
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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.