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Chevrolet 2006 Cobalt manuals available for free PDF download: Owner's Manual, Getting To Know Manual
Chevrolet 2006 Cobalt Owner's Manual (394 pages)
Brand:
Chevrolet
| Category:
Automobile
| Size: 2.6 MB
Table of Contents
Table of Contents
1
How to Use this Manual
2
Vehicle Symbols
4
Seats and Restraint Systems
7
Front Seats
8
Manual Seats
8
Driver Seat Height Adjuster
9
Manual Lumbar
9
Head Restraints
12
Easy Entry Seat (Coupe)
13
Split Folding Rear Seat
14
Rear Seats
14
Safety Belts
15
Why Safety Belts Work
17
Driver Position
21
How to Wear Safety Belts Properly
21
Shoulder Belt Height Adjustment
27
Rear Seat Passengers
28
Right Front Passenger Position
28
Safety Belt Use During Pregnancy
28
Rear Safety Belt Comfort Guides
31
Safety Belt Extender
34
Safety Belt Pretensioners
34
Child Restraints
35
Older Children
35
Infants and Young Children
38
Child Restraint Systems
41
Securing the Child Within the Child Restraint
45
Where to Put the Restraint
46
Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children (Latch)
47
Top Tether Anchor
48
Securing a Child Restraint Designed for the Latch System
50
Securing a Child Restraint in a Rear Seat Position
52
Securing a Child Restraint in the Right Front Seat Position
54
Airbag System
57
Where Are the Airbags
60
When Should an Airbag Inflate
63
How Does an Airbag Restrain
64
What Makes an Airbag Inflate
64
What will You See after an Airbag Inflates
65
Passenger Sensing System
66
Servicing Your Airbag-Equipped Vehicle
70
Restraint System Check
72
Checking the Restraint Systems
72
Replacing Restraint System Parts after a Crash
72
Features and Controls
75
Keys
76
Remote Keyless Entry System
77
Remote Keyless Entry System Operation
78
Battery Replacement
80
Doors and Locks
81
Delayed Locking
82
Power Door Locks
82
Automatic Door Lock
83
Programmable Automatic Door Unlock
83
Rear Door Security Locks
83
Lockout Protection
84
Emergency Trunk Release Handle
85
Remote Trunk Release
85
Windows
86
Manual Windows
87
Power Windows
87
Sun Visors
87
Theft-Deterrent Systems
88
Disarming the System
89
Starting and Operating Your Vehicle
91
New Vehicle Break-In
91
Ignition Positions
92
Retained Accessory Power (Rap)
94
Starting the Engine
94
Manual Transaxle
95
Starting Procedure
95
Engine Coolant Heater
96
Manual Transaxle Operation
99
Up-Shift Light
100
Parking Brake
101
Shifting into Park (P) (Automatic Transaxle)
102
Leaving Your Vehicle with the Engine Running
103
Torque Lock
103
Parking Your Vehicle (Manual Transaxle)
104
Shifting out of Park (P) (Automatic Transaxle)
104
Engine Exhaust
105
Parking over Things that Burn
105
Running the Engine While Parked
106
Mirrors
107
Manual Rearview Mirror
107
Outside Manual Mirror
107
Outside Remote Control Mirror
107
Onstar System
109
Onstar Personal Calling
110
Onstar Virtual Advisor
110
Storage Areas
111
Center Console Storage Area
111
Convenience Net
111
Driver's Storage Compartment
111
Glove Box
111
Sunroof
112
Instrument Panel
113
Section 3 Instrument Panel
114
Instrument Panel Overview
116
Tilt Wheel
118
Turn Signal/Multifunction Lever
119
Headlamp High/Low-Beam Changer
120
Turn and Lane-Change Signals
120
Windshield Wipers
121
Cruise Control
122
Windshield Washer
122
Daytime Running Lamps (Drl
126
Headlamps on Reminder
126
Wiper Activated Headlamps
126
Dome Lamp
127
Fog Lamps
127
Instrument Panel Brightness
127
Accessory Power Outlet(S
128
Battery Run-Down Protection
128
Entry/Exit Lighting
128
Mirror Reading Lamps
128
Ashtray(S) and Cigarette Lighter
129
Climate Controls
129
Defogging and Defrosting
131
Outlet Adjustment
132
Passenger Compartment Air Filter
132
Rear Window Defogger
132
Warning Lights, Gages, and Indicators
134
Instrument Panel Cluster
135
Safety Belt Reminder Light
136
Speedometer and Odometer
136
Airbag Readiness Light
137
Passenger Safety Belt Reminder Light
137
Passenger Airbag Status Indicator
138
Charging System Light
140
Anti-Lock Brake System Warning Light
142
Engine Coolant Temperature Warning Light
144
Malfunction Indicator Lamp
144
If the Light Is Flashing
145
Emissions Inspection and Maintenance Programs
146
If the Light Is on Steady
146
Maintenance Schedule
147
Fog Lamp Light
148
Fuel Gage
148
Highbeam on Light
148
Security Light
148
Boost Gage
149
DIC Operation and Displays
150
Driver Information Center (DIC)
150
DIC Warnings and Messages
152
Check Gas Cap
153
Door Ajar
153
Ice Possible
153
Low Coolant
153
Power Steering
154
DIC Vehicle Personalization
154
Entering Personalization Menu
155
Personalization Menu Modes
155
Audio System(S)
160
Setting the Time for Radios Without Radio Data Systems (RDS)
161
Setting the Time for Radios with Radio Data Systems (RDS)
161
Radio with CD (Base Level)
162
Setting Preset Stations
163
Playing a CD
164
Radio Messages
164
Radio with CD (Uplevel)
167
Finding a Station
168
Playing the Radio
168
Rds and XM
170
Rds Messages
171
Radio with CD (MP3)
176
Adjusting the Speakers (Balance/Fade)
180
Using an Mp3 CD
186
Theft-Deterrent Feature
191
Audio Steering Wheel Controls
191
Radio Reception
192
Care of Your Cds
193
Care of the CD Player
193
Fixed Mast Antenna
193
XM™ Satellite Radio Antenna System
193
Section 4 Driving Your Vehicle
195
Your Driving, the Road, and Your Vehicle
196
Defensive Driving
196
Drunken Driving
197
Control of a Vehicle
200
Braking
200
Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS)
201
Braking in Emergencies
203
Enhanced Traction System (ETS)
203
Electric Power Steering
205
Limited-Slip Differential
205
Steering
205
Steering in Emergencies
206
Off-Road Recovery
207
Passing
208
Loss of Control
209
Racing or Other Competitive Driving
211
Driving at Night
211
Driving in Rain and on Wet Roads
212
Driving through Deep Standing Water
213
City Driving
214
Freeway Driving
215
Before Leaving on a Long Trip
216
Highway Hypnosis
217
Hill and Mountain Roads
218
Winter Driving
220
If You Are Caught in a Blizzard
222
If Your Vehicle Is Stuck in Sand, Mud, Ice or Snow
224
Rocking Your Vehicle to Get It out
225
Loading Your Vehicle
225
Steps for Determining Correct Load Limit
226
Towing
230
Towing Your Vehicle
230
Recreational Vehicle Towing
230
Dinghy Towing
231
Dolly Towing
232
Towing a Trailer (Automatic Transaxle)
233
If You Do Decide to Pull a Trailer
234
Weight of the Trailer
234
Weight of the Trailer Tongue
235
Safety Chains
236
Trailer Brakes
236
Driving with a Trailer
237
Driving on Grades
238
Making Turns
238
Turn Signals When Towing a Trailer
238
Parking on Hills
239
Towing a Trailer (Manual Transaxle)
240
Section 5 Service and Appearance Care
241
Service
243
Accessories and Modifications
243
California Proposition 65 Warning
243
Doing Your Own Service Work
244
Adding Equipment to the Outside of Your Vehicle
245
Fuel
245
Gasoline Octane
245
Gasoline Specifications
246
California Fuel
246
Additives
246
Fuels in Foreign Countries
247
Filling the Tank
248
Filling a Portable Fuel Container
250
Checking Things under the Hood
250
Hood Release
251
Engine Compartment Overview
252
Engine Oil
255
When to Add Engine Oil
256
What Kind of Engine Oil to Use
257
Engine Oil Additives
259
Engine Oil Life System
260
Engine Air Cleaner/Filter
261
How to Inspect the Engine Air Cleaner/Filter
262
Automatic Transaxle Fluid
263
Manual Transaxle Fluid
263
Hydraulic Clutch
263
Engine Coolant
263
What to Use
264
Checking Coolant
265
Coolant Surge Tank Pressure Cap
269
Engine Overheating
269
If no Steam Is Coming from Your Engine
270
Cooling System
271
How to Add Coolant to the Coolant Surge Tank
273
Windshield Washer Fluid
275
Brakes
276
Adding Washer Fluid
276
What to Add
277
Brake Pedal Travel
278
Brake Wear
278
Battery
279
Brake Adjustment
279
Vehicle Storage
280
Jump Starting
280
Headlamp Aiming
284
Bulb Replacement
287
Halogen Bulbs
287
Headlamps, Front Turn Signal, Sidemarker
288
Center High-Mounted Stoplamp (CHMSL)
289
Taillamps and Turn Signal Lamps (Coupe)
290
Taillamps, Turn Signal, Stoplamps and Back-Up Lamps (Sedan)
291
Back-Up Lamps
292
Replacement Bulbs
293
Windshield Wiper Blade Replacement
293
Tires
294
Tire Sidewall Labeling
296
Tire Size
298
Tire Terminology and Definitions
298
Inflation - Tire Pressure
301
How to Check
302
Tire Inspection and Rotation
303
When It Is Time for New Tires
304
Buying New Tires
304
Different Size Tires and Wheels
306
Uniform Tire Quality Grading
307
Wheel Alignment and Tire Balance
308
Wheel Replacement
308
Used Replacement Wheels
309
Tire Chains
310
If a Tire Goes Flat
310
Changing a Flat Tire
311
Removing the Spare Tire and Tools
312
Removing the Flat Tire and Installing the Spare Tire
316
Storing a Flat or Spare Tire and Tools
320
Compact Spare Tire
323
Appearance Care
323
Cleaning the Inside of Your Vehicle
323
Fabric/Carpet
325
Leather
325
Instrument Panel, Vinyl, and Other
326
Plastic Surfaces
326
Care of Safety Belts
326
Weatherstrips
326
Washing Your Vehicle
327
Cleaning Exterior Lamps/Lenses
327
Finish Care
327
Windshield and Wiper Blades
328
Aluminum or Chrome-Plated Wheels
328
Tires
329
Sheet Metal Damage
329
Finish Damage
329
Underbody Maintenance
330
Chemical Paint Spotting
330
Vehicle Care/Appearance Materials
330
Vehicle Identification
331
Vehicle Identification Number (VIN)
331
Service Parts Identification Label
332
Electrical System
332
Add-On Electrical Equipment
332
Headlamp Wiring
333
Windshield Wiper Fuses
333
Power Windows and Other Power Options
333
Fuses and Circuit Breakers
333
Floor Console Fuse Block
334
Engine Compartment Fuse Block
336
Capacities and Specifications
342
Section 6 Maintenance Schedule
345
Introduction
346
Maintenance Requirements
346
Maintenance Schedule
346
Your Vehicle and the Environment
346
Using the Maintenance Schedule
347
Scheduled Maintenance
348
Additional Required Services
350
Maintenance Footnotes
351
Owner Checks and Services
352
At each Fuel Fill
353
At Least Once a Month
353
At Least Once a Year
354
Ignition Transaxle Lock Check
355
Underbody Flushing Service
355
Recommended Fluids and Lubricants
356
Normal Maintenance Replacement Parts
358
Maintenance Record
359
Section 7 Customer Assistance and Information
363
Customer Assistance and Information
364
Customer Satisfaction Procedure
364
Online Owner Center
366
Customer Assistance for Text Telephone (TTY) Users
366
Customer Assistance Offices
367
GM Mobility Reimbursement Program
368
Roadside Assistance Program
369
Canadian Roadside Assistance
370
Courtesy Transportation
370
Scheduling Service Appointments
371
Transportation Options
371
Additional Program Information
372
Vehicle Data Collection and Event Data Recorders
373
Collision Damage Repair
374
Insuring Your Vehicle
375
Repair Facility
375
Reporting Safety Defects
378
Reporting Safety Defects to the United States Government
378
Reporting Safety Defects to the Canadian Government
378
Reporting Safety Defects to General Motors
378
Service Publications Ordering Information
379
Service Manuals
379
Current and Past Model Order Forms
380
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Chevrolet 2006 Cobalt Getting To Know Manual (20 pages)
Brand:
Chevrolet
| Category:
Automobile
| Size: 0.96 MB
Table of Contents
Table of Contents
1
Driver Information
2
Instrument Panel
2
Instrument Panel Cluster
3
Driver Information Center (DIC)
4
Comfort Features
5
Seat Adjustments
5
Shoulder Belt Height Adjustment
6
Adjustable Front Headrests
6
Visor Vanity Mirrors
6
Heated Seats
6
Tilt Steering Wheel
6
AUDIO SYSTEMS Audio System Features
7
Steering Wheel Audio Controls
8
RDS Radio Functions
8
XM Satellite Radio
9
CONVENIENCE FEATURES Retained Accessory Power (RAP)
9
Remote Keyless Entry (RKE)
10
Automatic Door Locks
11
Exterior Lamps
11
Interior Lamps
12
Theft-Deterrent System
12
Onstar
12
Cruise Control
13
Climate Control Features
13
Preventing Window Fogging
14
Cabin Air Filter
14
Accessory Power Outlets
14
Cupholders
14
Interior Storage Features
14
Emergency Trunk Release
14
Child Restraints (LATCH)
15
Split-Folding Rear Seatbacks
15
Sunroof
15
Parking Brake
15
Passenger Air Bag Status Indicator
16
PERFORMANCE FEATURES Electric Power Steering
16
Traction Control
16
Parking Your Vehicle
16
MAINTENANCE FEATURES Cleaning the Interior Upholstery
17
Battery Location
17
Tire Pressure
17
Changing a Flat Tire
18
Securing the Fuel Cap
18
Resetting the Oil Life System
18
Vehicle Symbols Glossary
19
Owner Information
20
Roadside Assistance
20
My Gmlink
20
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