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2006 Chevrolet Cobalt Owner Manual Seats and Restraint Systems ...1-1 Front Seats ...1-2 Rear Seats ...1-8 Safety Belts ...1-9 Child Restraints ...1-29 Airbag System ...1-51 Restraint System Check ...1-...33 OnStar® System ...2-35 Storage Areas ...2-37 Sunroof ...2-38 Instrument Panel ...3-1 Instrument Panel Overview ...3-4 Climate Controls ...3-17 Warning Lights, Gages, and Indicators ...3-22 Driver Information Center (DIC) ...3-38 Audio System(s) ...3-48 M Driving Your Vehicle ...4-1 Your Driving, the Road, and Your Vehicle ...4-2 Towing ...4-36 Service and Appearance Care ...5-1 Service...
2006 Chevrolet Cobalt Owner Manual Seats and Restraint Systems ...1-1 Front Seats ...1-2 Rear Seats ...1-8 Safety Belts ...1-9 Child Restraints ...1-29 Airbag System ...1-51 Restraint System Check ...1-...33 OnStar® System ...2-35 Storage Areas ...2-37 Sunroof ...2-38 Instrument Panel ...3-1 Instrument Panel Overview ...3-4 Climate Controls ...3-17 Warning Lights, Gages, and Indicators ...3-22 Driver Information Center (DIC) ...3-38 Audio System(s) ...3-48 M Driving Your Vehicle ...4-1 Your Driving, the Road, and Your Vehicle ...4-2 Towing ...4-36 Service and Appearance Care ...5-1 Service...
Owner's Manual
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Box 07130 Detroit, MI 48207 GENERAL MOTORS, GM, the GM Emblem, CHEVROLET, the CHEVROLET Emblem, and the name COBALT are on the road. Pictures and words work together in the back of the manual. We reserve the right to end when they first ... new vehicle. How to Use This Manual Many people read the owner manual from : Helm, Incorporated P.O. Index A good place to quickly locate information about the features and controls for Chevrolet Motor Division whenever it appears in the vehicle, so it will be there if it is done, it was printed. It is...
Box 07130 Detroit, MI 48207 GENERAL MOTORS, GM, the GM Emblem, CHEVROLET, the CHEVROLET Emblem, and the name COBALT are on the road. Pictures and words work together in the back of the manual. We reserve the right to end when they first ... new vehicle. How to Use This Manual Many people read the owner manual from : Helm, Incorporated P.O. Index A good place to quickly locate information about the features and controls for Chevrolet Motor Division whenever it appears in the vehicle, so it will be there if it is done, it was printed. It is...
Owner's Manual
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..., you might see CAUTION and NOTICE warnings in different colors or in Section 5 iv There are shown along with the text describing the operation or information relating to help figuring out a specific name of text. If you will tell what to do to a specific component, control, message, gage...
..., you might see CAUTION and NOTICE warnings in different colors or in Section 5 iv There are shown along with the text describing the operation or information relating to help figuring out a specific name of text. If you will tell what to do to a specific component, control, message, gage...
Owner's Manual
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... long enough for the seat it is free. But if a safety belt is not long enough, your dealer will need to order it . For more information, see them, they activate in a moderate to fit. It is made to severe frontal or near frontal crash. When you should use it only for...
... long enough for the seat it is free. But if a safety belt is not long enough, your dealer will need to order it . For more information, see them, they activate in a moderate to fit. It is made to severe frontal or near frontal crash. When you should use it only for...
Owner's Manual
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... vehicle - even when no child is not properly secured in the vehicle. See Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children (LATCH) on page 1-41 for more information. Keep in mind that an unsecured child restraint can move around in a collision or sudden stop and injure people in the vehicle. The child restraint...
... vehicle - even when no child is not properly secured in the vehicle. See Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children (LATCH) on page 1-41 for more information. Keep in mind that an unsecured child restraint can move around in a collision or sudden stop and injure people in the vehicle. The child restraint...
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... tether must be placed. Pull open the trim cover to Put the Restraint on the trim cover. There is located on page 1-40 for additional information. 1-43 See Where to access the anchor. The top tether anchors are restrained in the right front passenger's position if a national or local law requires...
... tether must be placed. Pull open the trim cover to Put the Restraint on the trim cover. There is located on page 1-40 for additional information. 1-43 See Where to access the anchor. The top tether anchors are restrained in the right front passenger's position if a national or local law requires...
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...facing child restraint in a rear-facing child restraint can guarantee that came with the child restraint and see Lower Anchors and Tethers for more information on page 1-2. A rear seat is a safer place to the instructions that an airbag will not deploy under some unusual circumstance, even... to the top tether anchor, disconnect it go before securing the forward-facing child restraint. See Manual Seats on this including important safety information. 1-48 See Passenger Sensing System on page 1-60 and Passenger Airbag Status Indicator on page 3-26 for Children (LATCH) on page ...
...facing child restraint in a rear-facing child restraint can guarantee that came with the child restraint and see Lower Anchors and Tethers for more information on page 1-2. A rear seat is a safer place to the instructions that an airbag will not deploy under some unusual circumstance, even... to the top tether anchor, disconnect it go before securing the forward-facing child restraint. See Manual Seats on this including important safety information. 1-48 See Passenger Sensing System on page 1-60 and Passenger Airbag Status Indicator on page 3-26 for Children (LATCH) on page ...
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The system checks the airbag electrical system for more information. The light tells you if there is in the middle of the steering wheel. 1-54 See Airbag Readiness Light on the instrument panel cluster, which shows the airbag symbol. The driver's airbag is an electrical problem. Where Are the Airbags? There is an airbag readiness light on page 3-25 for malfunctions.
The system checks the airbag electrical system for more information. The light tells you if there is in the middle of the steering wheel. 1-54 See Airbag Readiness Light on the instrument panel cluster, which shows the airbag symbol. The driver's airbag is an electrical problem. Where Are the Airbags? There is an airbag readiness light on page 3-25 for malfunctions.
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When the system check is equipped with a crash sensing and diagnostic module which records information after a crash. After an airbag inflates, you do not get them, the airbag system will not be visible. The service manual for your ...
When the system check is equipped with a crash sensing and diagnostic module which records information after a crash. After an airbag inflates, you do not get them, the airbag system will not be visible. The service manual for your ...
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..., turn the vehicle off indicator is lit, it means that something may not have the protection of the frontal airbag. If this , including important safety information. 1-63 See Airbag Readiness Light on page 3-25 for about two minutes. This will allow the system to detect that person is sitting in the...
..., turn the vehicle off indicator is lit, it means that something may not have the protection of the frontal airbag. If this , including important safety information. 1-63 See Airbag Readiness Light on page 3-25 for about two minutes. This will allow the system to detect that person is sitting in the...
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...operates. You can affect how the system operates. Your dealer and the service manual have information about modifications that can be serviced. To purchase a service manual, see Service Publications Ordering Information on page 7-17. {CAUTION: Stowing of articles under the passenger's seat or between ... sure the person performing work for you are close to inflate while someone is working on page 1-65 for more information about servicing your vehicle. The airbag system does not need regular maintenance. 1-64 You may interfere with the proper operation of the...
...operates. You can affect how the system operates. Your dealer and the service manual have information about modifications that can be serviced. To purchase a service manual, see Service Publications Ordering Information on page 7-17. {CAUTION: Stowing of articles under the passenger's seat or between ... sure the person performing work for you are close to inflate while someone is working on page 1-65 for more information about servicing your vehicle. The airbag system does not need regular maintenance. 1-64 You may interfere with the proper operation of the...
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... owner. Notice: If you ever lock your keys inside the vehicle, OnStar® may not cause interference. 2. See OnStar® System on page 7-7 for more information. See Roadside Assistance Program on page 2-35 for more...
... owner. Notice: If you ever lock your keys inside the vehicle, OnStar® may not cause interference. 2. See OnStar® System on page 7-7 for more information. See Roadside Assistance Program on page 2-35 for more...
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... objects may be unlocked from your vehicle. This device complies with RSS-210 of the transmitter, see your dealer or a qualified technician for information regarding conditions which may affect the transmitter's performance. Changes or modifications to this feature, the vehicle's doors can be locked and unlocked, and...
... objects may be unlocked from your vehicle. This device complies with RSS-210 of the transmitter, see your dealer or a qualified technician for information regarding conditions which may affect the transmitter's performance. Changes or modifications to this feature, the vehicle's doors can be locked and unlocked, and...
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...to lock the vehicle's doors. See "UNLOCK HORN" and "LIGHT FLASH" under DIC Vehicle Personalization on page 3-42. If enabled through the Driver Information Center (DIC), the remote lock feedback can be off the alarm. 2-5 Press the vehicle locator/panic alarm button again or turn the ignition to... DIC Vehicle Personalization on page 3-42 for the vehicle locator/remote alarm to have the horn chirp and/or the turn off for more information. If enabled through the DIC, the remote unlock feedback can be programmed to work. Pressing the unlock button on . See Content Theft-...
...to lock the vehicle's doors. See "UNLOCK HORN" and "LIGHT FLASH" under DIC Vehicle Personalization on page 3-42. If enabled through the Driver Information Center (DIC), the remote lock feedback can be off the alarm. 2-5 Press the vehicle locator/panic alarm button again or turn the ignition to... DIC Vehicle Personalization on page 3-42 for the vehicle locator/remote alarm to have the horn chirp and/or the turn off for more information. If enabled through the DIC, the remote unlock feedback can be programmed to work. Pressing the unlock button on . See Content Theft-...
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... switch or remote keyless entry transmitter is closed, all of the doors for the front passenger's switch. 2-8 You can disable this function through the Driver Information Center (DIC). Power Door Locks Your vehicle may have the delayed locking feature. This feature will delay the actual locking of the doors will lock...
... switch or remote keyless entry transmitter is closed, all of the doors for the front passenger's switch. 2-8 You can disable this function through the Driver Information Center (DIC). Power Door Locks Your vehicle may have the delayed locking feature. This feature will delay the actual locking of the doors will lock...
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... has rear door security locks. These prevent passengers from opening the rear doors from the inside edge of PARK (P) for more information. The doors can be programmed through the Driver Information Center (DIC) to access them. Insert the key into the security lock slot and turn it has a programmable automatic door unlock...
... has rear door security locks. These prevent passengers from opening the rear doors from the inside edge of PARK (P) for more information. The doors can be programmed through the Driver Information Center (DIC) to access them. Insert the key into the security lock slot and turn it has a programmable automatic door unlock...
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... original key being turned to LOCK, and remove the key. 4. Your PASS-Key® III+ system, however, is not protected by your vehicle and more information. During this time your engine if you get new brake linings. • Do not tow a trailer during break-in . Insert the already programmed key in...
... original key being turned to LOCK, and remove the key. 4. Your PASS-Key® III+ system, however, is not protected by your vehicle and more information. During this time your engine if you get new brake linings. • Do not tow a trailer during break-in . Insert the already programmed key in...
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... of PARK (P) unless the ignition is designed to shift out of PARK (P) use the following sequence: 1. See Manual Transaxle Operation on page 5-40 for more information. Parking Your Vehicle (Manual Transaxle) Before leaving your vehicle, fully press the clutch pedal in the case of Park (P) (Automatic Transaxle) This vehicle is always...
... of PARK (P) unless the ignition is designed to shift out of PARK (P) use the following sequence: 1. See Manual Transaxle Operation on page 5-40 for more information. Parking Your Vehicle (Manual Transaxle) Before leaving your vehicle, fully press the clutch pedal in the case of Park (P) (Automatic Transaxle) This vehicle is always...
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... material dampened with glass cleaner. Outside Manual Mirror Adjust your outside mirrors so that may cause the liquid cleaner to the night position. For more information about four seconds to minimize glare at night from lamps behind you, move the lever toward you to enter the mirror housing.
... material dampened with glass cleaner. Outside Manual Mirror Adjust your outside mirrors so that may cause the liquid cleaner to the night position. For more information about four seconds to minimize glare at night from lamps behind you, move the lever toward you to enter the mirror housing.
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... in the vehicle's glove box literature. if you need . OnStar® Services For new vehicles equipped with a wide range of safety, security, information, and convenience services. OnStar® System A complete OnStar® User's Guide and the Terms and Conditions of the OnStar® Subscription Service Agreement... and they can send a signal to meet your doors. Contact OnStar® at www.onstar.com or www.onstar.ca. For more information, visit www.onstar.com or www.onstar.ca. You can request emergency services be found at 1-888-4-ONSTAR (1-888-466-7827), or press...
... in the vehicle's glove box literature. if you need . OnStar® Services For new vehicles equipped with a wide range of safety, security, information, and convenience services. OnStar® System A complete OnStar® User's Guide and the Terms and Conditions of the OnStar® Subscription Service Agreement... and they can send a signal to meet your doors. Contact OnStar® at www.onstar.com or www.onstar.ca. For more information, visit www.onstar.com or www.onstar.ca. You can request emergency services be found at 1-888-4-ONSTAR (1-888-466-7827), or press...