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HOMESERVICE MANUALSCHEVROLET2006COBALT SS, 4D SEDAN, STANDARDREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISSTEERINGSTEERING WHEEL & STEERING COLUMNREPAIR INSTRUCTIONSSTEERING WHEEL REPLACEMENT
2006 Chevrolet Cobalt SS, 4D Sedan, Standard

Steering Wheel Replacement

2006 Chevrolet Cobalt SS, 4D Sedan, StandardSECTION Steering Wheel Replacement
Fig 1: Replacing Steering Wheel
GM1549895Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
Steering Wheel Replacement

Callout Component Name
NOTE: Refer to Fastener Notice .
Fastener Tightening Specifications:  Refer to Fastener Tightening Specifications .

Preliminary Procedures

  1. Disable the SIR system. Refer to SIR Zone Identification Views .
  2. Remove the steering wheel SIR module. Refer to Inflatable Restraint Steering Wheel Module Replacement .
  3. Remove the instrument panel (I/P) cluster bezel. Refer to Bezel Replacement - Instrument Panel (I/P) Cluster .
  4. Remove the steering column covers. Refer to Steering Wheel Shroud Replacement .
1 Steering Wheel Nut

Tighten:  40 N.m (30 lb ft)
2 Steering Wheel
Tip:  Use J 1859-A  Steering Wheel Puller and J 42578  Steering Wheel Puller Legs to remove the steering wheel. See Special Tools .
RENDER: 1.0x

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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.