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HOMESERVICE MANUALSCHEVROLET2008COBALT LS, 2D COUPE, STANDARDREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISSTEERINGPOWER STEERING SYSTEMREPAIR INSTRUCTIONSSTEERING GEAR REPLACEMENTREMOVAL PROCEDURE
2008 Chevrolet Cobalt LS, 2D Coupe, Standard

Removal Procedure

2008 Chevrolet Cobalt LS, 2D Coupe, StandardSECTION Removal Procedure
    NOTE: Secure the steering wheel utilizing a strap to prevent rotation. Locking of the steering column will prevent damage and a possible malfunction of the SIR system. The steering wheel must be secured in position before disconnecting the following components:
    • The steering column
    • The intermediate shaft
    • The steering gear

    After disconnecting these components, do not move the front tires and wheels. Failure to follow these procedures may cause improper alignment of some components during installation and result in possible damage to the SIR coil.
  1. Turn the steering wheel to the straight ahead position and lock it in place.
  2. Remove the front tire/wheel assemblies. Refer to Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation .
    3. Fig 1: View Of Intermediate Shaft-To-Steering Gear Pinch Bolt
    GM851655Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  3. Remove the intermediate steering shaft bolt at the steering gear and discard it.
  4. Disconnect the intermediate steering shaft from the steering gear.
    5. Fig 2: View Of Tie Rod End & Steering Knuckle
    GM854972Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  5. Remove both rack and pinion outer tie rod end nuts and discard them.
    6. Fig 3: Separating Outer Tie Rod End From Steering Knuckle
    GM854983Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
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