2006 Chevrolet Cobalt Chevrolet Cobalt 2006

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2006 Chevrolet Cobalt repairs by problem area

Engine (25%)

Transmission and Drivetrain (6%)

Brakes and Traction Control (4%)

Suspension and Steering (33%)

Electrical and Air Conditioning (16%)

Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim (10%)

Other (6%)

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2006 Chevrolet Cobalt electrical repair cost distribution

$2500+ (0%)

$1000 - $2499 (6%)

$500 - $999 (6%)

$100 - $499 (24%)

< $100 (65%)

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Chart based on 17 repair trips. The repair cost chart excludes repairs made under warranty, do-it-yourself repairs, and repair trips that include maintenance.

2006 Chevrolet Cobalt

Engine not specified

61040 mi

C $350
the wiring for all the lights run under the seats, in our winters in canada, we have alot of salt poured down, and inbetween the wet boots and salt, it ate through the wiring and i had no lights or anything. they replaced the wiring 
150000 mi

US $1500
abs light, check engine light, still on I've taken it to two ASE certified mechanics. Have an appointment to take it to an auto electrical repair shop Sept.9th. 

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2006 Chevrolet Cobalt 4dr Sedan

145-horsepower 2.2L I4 5-speed manual FWD

5580 mi Remote key fob failed, replaced. 
44000 mi

US $7
Passenger front side signal bulb stopped working because of a burned connector on the bulb. New bulb cost about $7 and 10-20 minutes to install. Very minor. 

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2006 Chevrolet Cobalt 4dr Sedan

145-horsepower 2.2L I4 4-speed automatic FWD

57500 mi

US $500
The fuse box under the hood decided it didn't want to go to ground anymore. 
136400 mi

C $50
Left head light was burnt out and needed replacement. 
25000 mi System low on freon. Found leak at condenser outlet pipe seal. Replaced seal, charged system, and verified repair. 
39680 mi The oil indicator resets to 100% after it reaches the 50-60% range. Normal behaviour is to continue decreasing in percentage untill oil is due for change and a message should indicate that the change is due. 

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2006 Chevrolet Cobalt 4dr Sedan

92000 mi

US $300
Air conditioning most likely had a leak in it. Replaced fluid with way to leave dye so that leak can be identified. 

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2006 Chevrolet Cobalt 2dr Coupe

supercharged 205hp 2.0L I4 5-speed manual FWD

11000 mi Battery replacement under warranty, defective cell. 
45260 mi Replaced CD player. 
10 mi Cruise control would not engage. There was a TSB on it to either adjust or repair the clutch sensor. 
7500 mi Cruise control button sticking 
58000 mi Blower motor bearing shot kept hearing clicking noise on vent level 1,2, and 3 dealer replaced. 

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2006 Chevrolet Cobalt 2dr Coupe

171-horsepower 2.4L I4 4-speed automatic FWD

60000 mi

US $120
Replace old battery 

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2006 Chevrolet Cobalt 2dr Coupe

145-horsepower 2.2L I4 5-speed manual FWD

55540 mi

C $400
replaced battery (worn down) 

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2006 Chevrolet Cobalt 2-door

4-cylinder automatic 2WD

25000 mi The car would shut off if the keys were barely touched while running. It required a replacement part, no charge. 

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2006 Chevrolet Cobalt Electrical Problems

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