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HOMESERVICE MANUALSCHEVROLET2006COBALT SS, 4D SEDAN, STANDARDREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISSTEERINGPOWER STEERING SYSTEMREPAIR INSTRUCTIONSRACK AND PINION BOOT REPLACEMENT - ON VEHICLEINSTALLATION PROCEDURE

2006 Chevrolet Cobalt SS, 4D Sedan, Standard

Installation Procedure

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

Install a new clamp on the inner portion of the steering gear boot.

Fig 1: View Of Steering Gear Boot

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Apply grease from the service kit to the indicated locations.
IMPORTANT: The boot must seat in the groove in the steering gear.
Install the boot over the inner tie rod onto the steering gear.
Using the J 22610 , crimp the inner boot clamp on the steering gear housing. See Special Tools .
Install the small spring clamp on the outer portion of the inner tie rod end.
Install a new outer to inner tie rod jam nut.

Fig 2: View Of Outer & Inner Tie Rods

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Install the outer tie rod end. Refer to Rack and Pinion Outer Tie Rod End Replacement .
Install the wheel. Refer to Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation (5 Lug Wheel) or Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation (4 Lug wheel) in Tires and Wheels.
Set the toe. Refer to Front Toe Adjustment in Wheel Alignment.

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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.